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Description

The Predator C Avenger ER is a next-generation jet-powered Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) designed for high-speed, long-endurance multi-mission ISR and precision strike operations. Developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, this military-grade UAV features a Pratt & Whitney PW545B turbofan engine, can operate at speeds up to 400 KTAS, altitudes over 50,000 feet, and provides over 20 hours of endurance. It carries up to 6,500 pounds total payload with internal weapons bay capacity of 3,000 pounds and six external hard points for sensors and munitions. The aircraft is designed for survivability in high-threat environments and can perform wide-area surveillance, time-sensitive strike missions, and communications relay operations.

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 status
In production
Release date
April 01, 2009
Name
Predator C Avenger ER

Performance & Dimensions

Service ceiling (m)
15240
Max takeoff weight (MTOW) (kg)
8255
Cruise speed (km/h)
648
Length (mm)
13259
Max payload (kg)
2948
Max speed (km/h)
741
Endurance (minutes)
1200
Wingspan (mm)
23165

Airframe & Propulsion

Frame materials
Other
Propulsion type
Gasoline/Petrol (ICE)
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)
GNSS systems
GPS
RTK/PPK support
None
Obstacle avoidance sensors
None
Flight controller platform
Proprietary
Detect-and-avoid capable
Redundant IMU

Communications & Control

Control link types
SATCOM UHF VHF Other
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
Night operations capable
Maritime operations capable
BVLOS ready
Max simultaneous payloads
7

Environmental & Durability

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

Safety

Redundancy features
Dual flight controllers
Flight termination system
ADS-B IN
ADS-B OUT
Parachute system
None

Compliance & Certification

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

Logistics & Commercial

Included in box
Aircraft
Price notes
Military procurement pricing, configuration-dependent
Availability status
Made-to-order
Shipping restrictions
ITAR export controlled
Optional accessories
EO/IR sensors Lynx Multi-mode Radar SIGINT/ESM System Communications relay Hellfire missiles GBU-12/49 GBU-31 GBU-32 GBU-38 JDAM GBU-39 GBU-16/48