A hybrid, tandem wing, multi-domain and multi-role UAS capability, STRIX™ could be used for a variety of missions including air to ground strike against hostile targets and persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR). It could also act as …

Dec 23, 2024 · BAE Systems Australia last week revealed that it has flown and tested the prototype of a unique heavy-class “tilt-body” VTOL (Vertical Take-Off Landing) drone in late October 2024 in Western...

Feb 28, 2023 · BAE Systems has unveiled a fascinating new autonomous, hybrid, VTOL UAV for military use. The STRIX, developed in Australia, folds to fit inside a shipping container, and is capable of carrying...

Feb 27, 2023 · Strix is a Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) aircraft that can be stuffed in a standard shipping container and can carry a range of weapons, including the AGM-114 Hellfire, Brimstone, APKWS II...

Dec 13, 2024 · STRIX has been uniquely designed to perform a range of autonomous missions independent of a runway, including air-to-ground strike, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. This will remove human crews from arduous or dangerous conditions and free up skilled personnel to focus on where they are needed most.

Feb 28, 2023 · BAE Systems Australia has created Australia’s first VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) uncrewed air system in collaboration with local industry (UAS). STRIX was introduced at the 2023 Avalon...

Mar 1, 2023 · BAE Systems Australia has unveiled a mock-up of the country’s first domestically designed vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone with both strike and intelligence-gathering capabilities, and its name is STRIX.

Nov 6, 2023 · INDOPAC 2023 — BAE System Australia’s ambitious long-range drone, STRIX, has passed the company’s critical design review, and though it is slightly behind schedule for first flight, the...

Nov 8, 2023 · BAE Systems Australia has announced that its ambitious long-range drone called STRIX has successfully passed critical design review. Featuring a modular design, the drone can fit in a standard shipping container and carry up to 160 kilograms (353 pounds) of payload.

Sep 26, 2024 · STRIX™ can carry a payload of up to 160 kg and cover distances of up to 800 km. It is designed for multi-purpose use, including electronic warfare, autonomous strikes, support for helicopter units, anti-submarine and anti-ship operations, and collaboration with manned aircraft.