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Brazilian technology flying high! The Albatroz military drone, now equipped with a 100% national turbine, promises to reach altitudes of up to 40.000 feet, taking the defense sector to new heights.
The Albatroz military drone, developed by the Brazilian company Stella Tecnologia, is the new star of the BID Brasil Show, which is taking place this week in Brasília. With an innovative configuration, it will be able to carry out missions at an incredible altitude of 40.000 feet, something unprecedented in the national market. The information was confirmed by Stella's founder and CEO, Gilberto Buffara, who highlighted the advantages of the new turbine developed with 100% Brazilian technology.
100% national turbine: a milestone for Brazilian defense with the new military drone
O big difference in the new version The Albatroz military drone is a partnership between Stella Tecnologia and Aero Concepts, which resulted in the development of a 100% national turbine. This innovation allows the drone to reach speeds of up to 250 km/h, ideal for critical missions that require high performance and range. According to Buffara, “the Albatroz will be able to fly at altitudes higher than Mount Everest.”
The new turbine is not only powerful, but also represents a milestone in the Brazilian defense industry. For the first time, this type of technology has been applied to medium and large drones, consolidating the advancement of the sector. Previously, these turbines were only used in missiles.
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High performance in a compact package
Measuring 4 meters long and with a wingspan of 7 meters, the Albatross military drone impresses with its versatility. Designed to operate on runways of less than 150 meters, including vessels, it can carry loads of between 6 kg and 50 kg. Its robust design allows for a variety of applications, such as maritime and land inspections, transporting sensors and even launching small missiles.
“The aircraft was designed to meet the specifications of the Brazilian Navy and will be used from the Multipurpose Aircraft Carrier Atlântico,” Buffara highlighted. The compact configuration of the new military drone and its easy operation make it a strategic tool for missions in remote areas.
Next steps and future innovations
Certification by ANAC is scheduled for 2025, with flight tests scheduled for early this year. Buffara believes the process will be quick, since the model has already been tested with a combustion engine. “This new version also serves as a test platform for future aircraft, including faster drones that can reach speeds of 700 km/h.”
The Albatroz is the second largest large drone manufactured in Brazil, behind only the Atobá, also from Stella Tecnologia. But with the advancement of the partnership with Aero Concepts and the use of 100% national turbines, the Albatroz military drone consolidates itself as a true landmark for the country's defense sector.
The BID Brasil Exhibition continues until Friday at the Ulysses Guimarães Convention Center, with the Albatroz highlighted at the Aero Concepts stand. The visit by the Minister of Defense, José Múcio Monteiro, reinforces the importance of the project for the future of defense technology in Brazil.
