The Belarusian company Unmanned Helicopter Design Bureau (UAVHELI) has announced that the first flight test series of its unmanned transport helicopter SKY-TRUCK has been successfully completed.
The announcement was made by the company’s public relations department, headquartered in Minsk.
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The SKY-TRUCK can carry up to 600 kilograms of cargo using the AIRBOX, a shipping container attached to the lower fuselage. The robust and modular design is intended to meet the growing demand for autonomous logistics solutions in harsh environments.
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Engine flexibility
Initially, the project was planned to integrate a Russian-made VK-650 engine. However, the company has decided to expand compatibility to other models, including the Rolls-Royce 250-C20, 250-C30, and 250-C47. According to UAVHELI, this flexibility aims to facilitate SKY-TRUCK’s entry into the international market and allow it to adapt to various customer and regional requirements.
From oil platforms to logistics missions
SKY-TRUCK was originally designed to transport supplies to marine oil drilling platforms. However, during the development, engineers expanded its capabilities and transformed it into a multi-purpose aircraft capable of carrying out a variety of cargo transport missions on land and at sea.
With the completion of flight tests, Belarus is seeking to establish itself in the rapidly expanding sector: the market for medium-sized unmanned aerial vehicles for logistics.
Source and Images: UAVHELI. This content was created with AI support and reviewed by the editorial team.
