Advanced Aircraft Company (AAC) has been chosen by AFWERX for an SBIR Phase II contract to further develop the HAMR: AAC’s Hybrid Advanced Multi-Rotor Uncrewed Aerial System.

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HAMR’s multi-rotor configuration and distributed electric propulsion system give the aircraft outstanding flight endurance.  In addition, HAMR can accommodate  multiple, simultaneous payloads. “The aircraft can be optimized for a wide range of defense applications and mission profiles, including tactical ISR, perimeter security, search and rescue, and medical supply delivery missions,” says the company announcement.

“We are thrilled to have been awarded an SBIR Phase II contract and look forward to continuing development of our UAS to aid our warfighters on the battlefield,” said Paul Allen, CEO of AAC. “Our HAMR UAV’s high-performance, efficient propulsion system, rugged aerodynamic airframe, ease of use, and serviceability in the field…

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Source: dronelife.com