Russian fixed-wing, catapult-launched light reconnaissance/observation UAV with a single electric motor (~100 km/h, ~2 h endurance), also usable for aerial photography and survey. The name 'Drozd' is shared by several Russian systems.
| Country | Russia |
|---|---|
| Subtype | Light reconnaissance UAV |
| Role | Reconnaissance / observation |
| Russian-made | true |
| Class | Class I (mini) |
| Classification | Light reconnaissance UAV |
| Mission | reconnaissance, observation, patrol, aerial photography, survey |
| Frame type | Fixed-wing |
| Propulsion | Single electric motor |
| Combat-proven | No |
| Launch method | catapult |
| Autonomy level | Programmed / remotely operated |
| Endurance (min) | 120 |
| Recovery method | parachute |
| Max speed (km/h) | 100 |
| Standard sensors | EO camera |
| Airframe / lift type | Fixed-wing |
| Control / autonomy level | RC line-of-sight – VLOS, Waypoint / GPS-guided |
| Domain | Aerial (UAV/UAS) |
| Mission / use case – civil | Photography / film, Survey / mapping |
| Mission / use case – military | ISR |
| Origin / supply chain | Military-grade |
| Propulsion | Electric (LiPo / Li-ion) |
| Range / endurance | Close range (5–50 km, 1–6 hrs) |
| Speed regime | Medium (50–150 km/h) |
| Threat vector | Surveillance / reconnaissance |
| Weight / class | Class I – Mini (2–20 kg) |