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Description

Blackwing is a submersible loitering reconnaissance system designed for rapid maritime deployment from submerged submarines, surface vessels, or mobile ground vehicles. It features an advanced miniature electro-optical and infrared sensor suite for real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. The system includes a built-in secure Digital Data Link (DDL™) for cross-domain command-and-control relay operations between undersea and surface vessels and unmanned underwater vehicles. Its small size and quiet motor make it difficult to detect, even at close range.

About the Company

AeroVironment, Inc.

AeroVironment is a global defense technology leader delivering battlefield-proven systems and next-generation capabilities across multiple domains. The company specializes in autonomous systems, lo...

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Core Information

Product class
Defense
Platform category
Fixed-wing
Rotor configuration
Not applicable
Primary use cases
Defense/ISR
Name
Blackwing
Release status
In production

Performance & Dimensions

Wingspan (mm)
686
Empty weight (kg)
1
Length (mm)
495

Airframe & Propulsion

Frame materials
Other
Propulsion type
Electric (Battery)
Battery chemistry
Li-ion

Payload & Interfaces

Payload interfaces/mounts
Bottom mount
Supported gimbal size
Not specified
Integrated payloads
EO/IR Sensor Suite

Avionics, Navigation & Autonomy

Autopilot features
Waypoint missions Auto takeoff/landing Return-to-home (RTH)
GNSS systems
GPS
RTK/PPK support
None
Obstacle avoidance sensors
None
Flight controller platform
Proprietary

Communications & Control

Control link types
UHF Other
Encryption standard
Proprietary
Ground control compatibility
Proprietary GCS
Video downlink resolution
Not specified
Video downlink type
Other

Operational Capabilities

Operating environments
Maritime Urban Rural
Takeoff/landing methods
Runway Catapult Belly landing
BVLOS ready
Max simultaneous payloads
1
Night operations capable
Maritime operations capable

Environmental & Durability

Corrosion resistant
EMI/EMC shielding
IP rating
None/Not specified

Safety

Redundancy features
Dual GPS
Parachute system
None
Flight termination system

Compliance & Certification

Export control status
ITAR
Remote ID compliance
Not specified
NDAA Section 889 compliant
Other certifications/standards
AS 9100D ISO 9001
EASA class marking
None/Unmarked

Logistics & Commercial

Included in box
Aircraft
Shipping restrictions
Export controlled, ITAR restricted
Price notes
Configuration-dependent, contact for pricing
Availability status
Made-to-order
Optional accessories
Multipack Launcher (MPL) Underwater-to-surface delivery canister Tube launcher

Media & Documentation

Certification documents URLs
https://www.avinc.com/images/uploads/product_docs/AV_AS_9100D___ISO_9001_Certificate_2025%28r%29_1.pdf