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Gadfin Platform Family

Unmanned Platform

The Gadfin Platform Family consists of fixed-wing hybrid drones designed for long-range medical package delivery and infrastructure inspections.

Manufacturer
Gadfin
Lod, · Israel
Platform Type
Unmanned Platform
Country of Origin
Israel

Mission Profile

Gadfin's drones leverage a hybrid VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) and fixed-wing design, combining the operational flexibility of multi-rotor systems for vertical take-off and landing with the efficiency and extended range of fixed-wing aircraft. This design allows them to operate from confined spaces without requiring traditional runways, while still achieving significant distances for various missions.

Their primary roles include the rapid and secure delivery of time-critical medical supplies, such as blood samples, organs, and pharmaceuticals, over long distances, particularly in challenging urban or remote environments. Additionally, the platforms are employed for detailed and efficient inspection of critical infrastructure, including pipelines, power lines, and large industrial facilities, providing high-resolution data for maintenance and monitoring.

Key Features

  • Hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) capability
  • Efficient fixed-wing flight for extended range
  • Designed for long-range medical package delivery
  • Capable of detailed infrastructure inspections
  • Electric propulsion system
  • Autonomous flight operations
  • Payload capacity optimized for specific delivery and inspection tasks

Specifications

ceiling
Not publicly disclosed
configuration
Hybrid VTOL, fixed-wing
endurance
Up to 4 hours
mtow
Not publicly disclosed
payload
Up to 25 kg
propulsion
Electric
range
Up to 400 km
speed
Up to 120 km/h cruise

Notable Operators

Israeli Ministry of Health (for pilot programs)Various hospitals in Israel (for trials)

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About the Manufacturer

Gadfin appears in the Unmanned Systems Technology platform directory as a manufacturer of unmanned vehicles and autonomous systems. The company's published focus: fixed-wing hybrid drones for long-range medical package delivery & infrastructure inspections. Operating from Lod, Israel, Gadfin serves customers across defense, public safety, industrial, and commercial markets. Visit the official site for current platform specifications, payload options, and procurement information.

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