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PS-01 Komar (ПС-01 Комар)

OSKBES MAI (Moscow Aviation Institute) · Russia

Experimental small UAV by OSKBES MAI originating from Soviet MoD requirements. High-wing with modular interchangeable nose carrying payloads up to 30 kg; foldable wings stow in a transport container. First flew 1981.

CountryRussia
SubtypeReconnaissance UAV
RoleReconnaissance
Russian-madetrue
ClassTactical
ClassificationExperimental military/dual-use UAV
MissionReconnaissance
MTOW (kg)90
Frame typeFixed-wing
PropulsionPiston/ICE
Launch methodCatapult, Air-launch
Recovery methodParachute
Year introduced1981
Max payload (kg)30
Max speed (km/h)180
Production statusPrototype
Airframe / lift typeFixed-wing
DomainAerial (UAV/UAS)
Mission / use case – civilResearch
Mission / use case – militaryISR
Origin / supply chainMilitary-grade
PropulsionICE – petrol
Signature / detectabilityRCS – small
Speed regimeHigh (150–400 km/h)
Threat vectorSurveillance / reconnaissance
Weight / classClass I – Small (20–150 kg), FAA >25 kg (Part 137 / waiver)
Review-stage catalogue data — specs corroborated from manufacturer and secondary sources; not for procurement decisions.