Unmanned aerial vehicles are known as jet drones. You can use them for surveillance, aerial targeting, and logistical support. They can even replace human-piloted fighter pilots. From radio-controlled aircraft in the First World War, drones have evolved to be more advanced versions. A drone is not controlled by a pilot.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions created the UTAP-22 (Utility Threat Aerial Platform-22), a military-target drone. The drone can fly at altitudes from 7 to 40kft. You can equip it with numerous electronic upgrades. This upgrade includes an aerodynamic package that can increase fuel efficiency.
The UAV also features a SATCOM receiver that allows a ground station communication with the drone. This is particularly important for long-range mission. A machine vision system is also included, which aids in autonomous navigation.
The drone is designed to survive in challenging environments. According to the company it can run at speeds of upto 500 miles per hours and sound. Moreover, it can be used in places that have little infrastructure.
The company claims that the JetQuad VTOL drone is capable of hovering precisely at one place. It is made to withstand extreme weather, unlike many other drones. This is why it is able to operate on uneven terrain and in areas where there is no electrical grid. There are several options available for the JetQuad, which ranges from a basic model for $85,000 to an aerodynamic upgrade that costs $44,000.
Kratos has also introduced a second type of drone, the XQ-222. This UAV is designed from a clean sheet design and was recently commissioned by the Air Force Research Lab. The aircraft can be modified for carrying a wide variety of payloads, and can fly in areas with no electrical grid.
The U.S. Navy awarded the company a contract worth $50.9 million in December. In addition to the contract, Kratos received a $4.1 million order from an international customer. Although the company has not provided details about the contract it did state that it would take between a year and 18 months to fulfill the orders.
Kratos also created the XQ-58A Valkyrie, and the XQ-58A Mako for manned-uncrewed grouping operations. As such, it has become the leading supplier of affordable high-performance jet powered unmanned aerial drones.
A drone suitable for indoor play has been developed by the company in addition to the above-mentioned jet-powered drones. It has an internal weapon bay and low RCS, making it less sensitive and susceptible to vibrations.
Kratos Uncrewed Systems Division is responsible for a number of high-performance tactical jet drones that are used by the U.S. Air Force and other military customers. In addition, the company boasts 150 drones produced annually by its active production lines.