Robinson Unmanned

Robinson Unmanned is a leading developer of high-performance VTOL UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems), spanning sub-250 g nano platforms to heavy-lift autonomous rotorcraft. Designed and manufactured in the United States, these systems support remotely piloted, optionally piloted, and fully autonomous operations across a range of mission-critical applications.

The company builds on the foundation of Robinson Helicopter Company, drawing on more than five decades of FAA-certified aircraft manufacturing, aviation-grade engineering, and disciplined production processes.

HELIUS UAS

Ultra-lightweight, rapidly-deployable nano UAS for tactical & field operations

Weighing just 249 grams and built to meet NDAA compliance requirements, the HELIUS UAS is an ultra-lightweight nano platform designed for rapid deployment and reliable aerial intelligence in time-critical environments.

HELIUS combines compact form factor, stable flight performance, and integrated imaging to support tactical operations, reconnaissance, and field missions requiring real-time situational awareness.

Designed for single-operator use with hand launch capability, the system is optimized for rapid situational awareness and close-range ISR, particularly in environments where larger UAS are impractical or restricted.

SPIRIT UAS

All-weather, modular UAS with multiple mission-specific payloads

The SPIRIT UAS is a compact, coaxial unmanned aircraft designed for multi-mission operations in demanding environments. Its cylindrical form factor and low-profile architecture support rapid deployment, efficient transport, and reliable performance across ISR, mapping, inspection, and agricultural sensing tasks.

Designed for single- or two-operator deployment, the platform features remote operation with an autonomy-ready architecture, allowing it to adapt to evolving mission requirements.

SPIRIT’s streamlined design incorporates fewer moving parts and scalable components, supporting sustainment and long-term operational use while functioning as a core platform within a broader UAS fleet.

Classified as a small UAS, SPIRIT combines a rugged, all-weather airframe with a modular, open-system approach that reduces the need for multiple aircraft types. With payload capacity up to 6.5 lb and a 13.5 lb MTOW, it supports a wide range of mission-specific configurations, enabled by a universal click-ring payload interface for fast swapping or integration of custom payloads.

SPARTAN UAS

Coaxial UAS platform with extended endurance, range & payload capacity

The SPARTAN UAS is a next-generation coaxial platform engineered for high performance in demanding environments. It features a rugged cylindrical airframe and refined aerodynamic design to deliver high speed, extended flight time, wide-area coverage, and strong payload capability within a compact, portable system.

Classified as a Group 2 UAS, SPARTAN is suited to medium-lift transport, logistics support, and agricultural mapping missions, while occupying the space between smaller UAS and larger unmanned logistics aircraft.

With capacity for payloads up to 15.3 lbs and flight endurance of more than 70 minutes, it is designed for versatile deployment across defense, industrial, public safety, and agricultural operations, with modular payload integration supporting fast mission reconfiguration.

R44 SPRAYHAWK

Gas-powered unmanned VTOL platform with integrated 110-gallon liquid spray system

The R44 SPRAYHAWK is a gas-powered VTOL UAS built for precision aerial application in agricultural environments. It supports high-throughput spraying operations with a 110-gallon liquid system, enabling efficient coverage of large areas while reducing the need for manual intervention and lowering operational risk.

Developed for consistent, repeatable agricultural operations, SPRAYHAWK combines automated flight control, integrated spray and flow management, and terrain-following capability to maintain accurate application across a variety of field conditions.

R44 AIRTRUCK

Gas-powered heavy-lift VTOL UAS for autonomous cargo transport

The R44 AIRTRUCK is a heavy-lift unmanned VTOL platform designed to support autonomous cargo transport, logistics, and resupply in remote and high-risk environments. The gas-powered UAS delivers more than 1,000 lb of useful load capacity, with a 63 cubic foot internal payload bay and external sling load capability to accommodate a wide range of mission requirements.

Engineered for scalable logistics operations, AIRTRUCK combines full authority fly-by-wire control, 360° sensing, and infrastructure-independent performance powered by a six-cylinder aviation engine.Operated via a Ground Control Station (GCS) with single-pilot input, it supports ground-based deployment with rapid road transport and integrates four concurrent communications links.

R66 TURBINETRUCK

Turbine-powered heavy-lift VTOL UAS for autonomous logistics & resupply operations

The R66 TURBINETRUCK is a turbine-powered VTOL unmanned logistics platform designed to deliver reliable cargo transport in high-risk and contested environments. Built as a large-class UAS, it is optimized for military resupply missions where crewed operations introduce unacceptable risk, offering a high-performance solution for moving critical payloads in austere conditions.

With internal payload capacity of up to 1,300 lb and support for external loads via cargo hook, the platform features a purpose-built cargo architecture with front clamshell access and additional side loading for efficient handling. Its autonomy-agnostic design allows integration of AI-driven, autonomous, or remotely piloted control systems.

Designed & Built in the USA

Robinson Unmanned has designed and manufactured NDAA-compliant VTOL UAS in the northeastern United States since 2014. Acquired by commercial helicopter OEM Robinson Helicopter Company in April 2024, the company draws on Robinson’s more that 50-years of FAA-certified manufacturing expertise, using the same materials, processes, and standards found in the production of type-certificated aircraft.

Robinson Unmanned SPIRIT™ Joins Blue UAS Cleared List

The NDAA-compliant SPIRIT is recognized as both a Blue UAS Cleared system and a cleared component on the Blue UAS Framework, meeting U.S. Department of Defense requirements for cybersecurity, supply chain integrity, and operational suitability for government and defense use.

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