Hand/catapult-launched tactical ISR fixed-wing UAV by Spaitech of Ukraine for scouting, artillery correction, border patrol and SAR; base Sparrow and Sparrow LE (long-endurance) variants. Used in the Russo-Ukrainian War.
| Country | Ukraine |
|---|---|
| Subcategory | Fixed-wing |
| Subtype | Fixed-wing reconnaissance UAV |
| Role | ISR / reconnaissance |
| Classification | Tactical ISR mini/small UAV |
| Mission | Reconnaissance, Surveillance, Artillery correction, Border patrol, Search and rescue |
| Datalink | Encrypted radio link |
| Variants | Sparrow, Sparrow LE |
| MTOW (kg) | 7 |
| Operators | Ukraine |
| Frame type | Fixed-wing |
| Propulsion | Electric |
| Range (km) | 20 |
| Wingspan (m) | 3 |
| Combat-proven | Yes |
| Export status | Available for export |
| Launch method | Hand-launched, Catapult |
| Autonomy level | Semi-autonomous / waypoint |
| Recovery method | Parachute, Belly landing |
| Max speed (km/h) | 110 |
| Standard sensors | Gyro-stabilized EO camera, Thermal imager |
| Production status | In production |
| Conflicts deployed in | Russo-Ukrainian War |
| Airframe / lift type | Fixed-wing |
| Control / autonomy level | Semi-autonomous (human-on-the-loop), Waypoint / GPS-guided |
| Domain | Aerial (UAV/UAS) |
| Mission / use case – civil | Public safety / SAR |
| Mission / use case – military | ISR, Target acquisition |
| Origin / supply chain | Military-grade |
| Propulsion | Electric (LiPo / Li-ion) |
| Range / endurance | Close range (5–50 km, 1–6 hrs) |
| Signature / detectability | GNSS-dependent, RCS – small, RF-emitting |
| Speed regime | Medium (50–150 km/h) |
| Threat vector | Surveillance / reconnaissance |
| Weight / class | Class I – Mini (2–20 kg), FAA <25 kg (Part 107) |