Airbus Helicopters VSR700

History of the Airbus Helicopters VSR700

Maritime unmanned vertical take-off and landing systems (VTOLs) are a growing subset of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Modern warships almost always rely on some kind of airborne element to explore beyond the horizon (BtH), and that role must be (fairly effectively) filled by recoverable balloons and seaplanes.

However, today's technologically advanced ships require more modern solutions, which is why several major UAV developers are focusing on delivering helicopter-type unmanned vehicles to meet a variety of ongoing needs - some as reconnaissance platforms, others as reconnaissance platforms. Some as air supply systems.

Airbus Helicopters builds on the former with an aircraft framed by the French-built Guimbal Cabri G2, a two-seat, single-engine light helicopter introduced in 2008. The modified unmanned product is "VSR700". , while retaining all the good characteristics of the light and relatively simple G2 helicopter. The VSR700 was developed to meet the French Navy's requirements for shipborne and recoverable unmanned aerial systems.

As a compact rotorcraft, the VSR700 naturally takes up little space on a warship - whether that's considering the larger Mistral-class amphibious assault platforms or the traditional French naval frigates currently in service.

Externally, the helicopter takes the same form and function as its manned predecessor. However, the cockpit area has been covered and now includes the associated operating system. The optics are mounted in the "chin" position, and the other sensors are mounted under the belly of the fuselage. The fuselage is also fitted with a single-engine unit that drives the three-blade main rotor overhead.

Shaft-driven fenestron ducted tail rotor unit embedded in a thin tail shaft. A horizontal stabilizer is attached to the rear end of the tailstock. The chassis consists of a single four-point double skid arrangement, further simplifying vehicle design and maintenance.

The VSR700 is scheduled to be displayed as a static exhibit at the 2017 Paris Air Show. The aircraft is expected to be evaluated by the end of 2017.

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