Current Defence focused programmes

A diverse range of craft for use in the defence sector are currently being developed with our defence partners. Current programmes are built upon those that were started in 2020.

Current Defence Concepts

Multiple programmes focused in the areas of surveillance, personnel and cargo delivery systems of varying sizes, are currently underway.

Specification

L x W x H 8.43m x 6.99m x 1.99m
Take off speed 30mph / 26 knots
Cruise speed 75mph / 65 knots
Cruise height 0.5m to 3.5m above wave height
Maximum wave height in cruise 1.5m
Maximum wave height take off and landing 0.5m
Empty weight 175kg
Useful load weight 200kg

Markets

The SP50 useful load is limited to 200kg including the pilot and fuel. This allows for a passenger or cargo of 80kg to 100kg dependent on range required. 40kg of fuel (57 litres) will see a range of between 270 to 340 nautical miles (310 to 391 miles or 500 to 629km) dependent on weights and conditions.

Leisure
Single passenger taxi or ferry
Search and Rescue services
Paramedic services
Other services

The Pros and Cons

Eco friendly and a fraction of costs in comparison to boat/helicopter/aircraft
Super fuel efficient transport with drag converted into lift
Road transport speeds at road fuel efficiency
Comfortable means of transport
No runway infrastructure necessary
Weather and sea condition limitations
Lack of knowlegde regionally

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