Context: SpearUAV, developers and suppliers of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for defence and homeland security applications from Israel, has signed a pact with Paras Aerospace to unveil Ninox40.

Analysis

Ninox40

• It is a micro-tactical drone for military and paramilitary forces, internal security and law enforcement agencies.
• This micro-tactical drone system was specifically designed for single-user operation and can be launched manually or from a standard grenade launcher.

• Ninox 40 weighs under 250g – and is lightweight enough to be incorporated into the soldier’s vest and carried on the person during combat. Ninox -40 has up to 40- minutes’ flight capacity, extensive ISTAR capabilities, a day and night camera for enhanced situational awareness.
• Build to withstand harsh battle conditions, the ruggedized system is ideal for tactical urban environments.