Chinese startup unveils next-gen cargo drone

Ziyan, a Chinese-based startup, is stepping into 2024 with the launch of its latest innovation, the Grey Whale G1, a next-generation cargo unmanned helicopter.

The Grey Whale G1 is tailored for transporting payloads across diverse terrains, from islands to high-altitude mountainous regions, promising users enhanced efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and heightened safety in air transportation solutions.

Highlighted advantages of the Grey Whale G1 include a payload capacity of 21kg, a flight range spanning 60km, and integrated safety features such as a built-in parachute. These additions ensure stable and precise autonomous landings in emergency situations, significantly bolstering operational safety standards.

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Additionally, the drone offers optional functionalities beyond cargo transport. It can be utilized not only for delivering supplies and equipment but also for engaging ground targets through supplementary armament, comprising small-caliber bombs or missile systems.

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Zhuhai Ziyan Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Co., Ltd., the company behind this technological innovation, specializes in pioneering research and development efforts focused on cutting-edge small and medium-sized electric unmanned helicopters.

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