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Description

ARES is an innovative modular multi-mission vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) unmanned tilt-wing aerial system (UAS) comprising a common optionally manned Flight Module with interchangeable Mission Payload Modules. Designed with a small landing footprint for shipboard and expeditionary operations, it provides embedded multi-mission C4I, ISR, combat, and logistics support to small distributed combat forces operating over extended distances and complex terrain. The modular architecture enables rapid reconfiguration of mission payloads to reduce logistics footprint and cost.

About the Company

Piasecki Aircraft Corporation

Piasecki Aircraft Corporation is a research and development company specializing in the design, fabrication, and flight testing of experimental rotorcraft and unmanned air vehicles. Founded in 1955...

Core Information

Product class
Defense
Platform category
Hybrid eVTOL
Rotor configuration
Not applicable
Primary use cases
Defense/ISR Public Safety/Search & Rescue Delivery/Logistics
Release status
Prototype
Name
ARES

Airframe & Propulsion

Frame materials
Other
Propulsion type
Electric (Battery)
Battery chemistry
LiPo

Payload & Interfaces

Payload interfaces/mounts
Bottom mount Quick-release Payload bay
Supported gimbal size
Not specified

Avionics, Navigation & Autonomy

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

Communications & Control

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

Operational Capabilities

Operating environments
Maritime Urban Rural Mountainous
Takeoff/landing methods
VTOL
Maritime operations capable
VTOL capable

Environmental & Durability

IP rating
None/Not specified

Safety

Parachute system
None

Compliance & Certification

Remote ID compliance
Not specified
EASA class marking
None/Unmarked
Export control status
Not specified

Logistics & Commercial

Included in box
Aircraft
Shipping restrictions
Export-controlled technology
Availability status
Made-to-order
Price notes
Configuration-dependent pricing