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Description

The Predator C Avenger is a high-speed, long-endurance, jet-powered Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system designed for multi-mission Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and precision strike missions. Developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, it features a Pratt & Whitney turbofan engine capable of 400 KTAS maximum speed, operates at altitudes over 50,000 feet with 20+ hours endurance, and can carry up to 6,500 pounds total payload including internal weapons bay capacity for 3,000 pounds of precision munitions. The aircraft is designed for survivability in higher threat environments and provides quick-response armed reconnaissance capability.

About the Company

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

A world leader in Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA), radars, and mission systems solutions. The company develops transformational technologies for long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integr...

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Core Information

Product class
Defense
Platform category
Fixed-wing
Rotor configuration
Not applicable
Primary use cases
Defense/ISR
Release date
April 01, 2009
Name
Predator C Avenger
Release status
In production

Performance & Dimensions

Cruise speed (km/h)
648
Length (mm)
13258
Service ceiling (m)
15240
Wingspan (mm)
23165
Max payload (kg)
2948
Max takeoff weight (MTOW) (kg)
8255
Max speed (km/h)
741
Endurance (minutes)
1200

Airframe & Propulsion

Frame materials
Carbon fiber Aluminum
Propulsion type
Turbine Jet
Battery chemistry
None/Not applicable
Redundant power system

Payload & Interfaces

Payload interfaces/mounts
Payload bay Hardpoint/Pylon
Supported gimbal size
Not specified
Payload power output (W)
20000

Avionics, Navigation & Autonomy

Autopilot features
Waypoint missions Auto takeoff/landing Return-to-home (RTH) Failsafe/RTL on link loss
GNSS systems
GPS
RTK/PPK support
None
Obstacle avoidance sensors
None
Flight controller platform
Proprietary
Redundant IMU
Detect-and-avoid capable

Communications & Control

Control link types
SATCOM UHF VHF
Encryption standard
AES-256
Ground control compatibility
Proprietary GCS
Video downlink type
SATCOM streaming
Video downlink resolution
Not specified

Operational Capabilities

Operating environments
Urban Rural Maritime Mountainous Arctic/Cold Desert/Hot
Takeoff/landing methods
Runway
Maritime operations capable
BVLOS ready
Night operations capable

Environmental & Durability

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

Safety

Redundancy features
Dual GPS Dual IMU Dual compass Dual flight controllers Redundant power bus
ADS-B OUT
Flight termination system
Parachute system
None
ADS-B IN

Compliance & Certification

FCC certified
Export control status
ITAR
Other certifications/standards
MIL-STD
FAA type certified
Remote ID compliance
Not compliant
EASA class marking
None/Unmarked
NDAA Section 889 compliant

Logistics & Commercial

Optional accessories
EO/IR sensors Lynx Multi-mode Radar SIGINT/ESM System Communications relay Various precision munitions
Price notes
Configuration-dependent pricing; typically multi-million USD range
Shipping restrictions
ITAR-controlled export restrictions apply
Availability status
Made-to-order