Israeli start-up Tactical Robotics has developed an autonomous vertical take-off and landing ( VTOL) drone called the Cormorant that can conduct remote medical evacuations. Targeting front line military operations, the drone has a 20-mile range and can reach speeds of over 100 mph. With a reduced radar profile and able to withstand stronger winds than a helicopter, according to Tactical Robotics, the Cormorant can collect two casualties at a time. The Cormorant, which is being tested in Israel, will be used for search and rescue operations as well as disaster relief operations.
Israeli start-up Tactical Robotics has developed an autonomous vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone called the Cormorant that can conduct remote medical evacuations. Targeting front line military operations, the drone has a 20-mile range and can reach speeds of over 100 mph. With a reduced radar profile and able to withstand stronger winds than a helicopter, according to Tactical Robotics, the Cormorant can collect two casualties at a time. Its first customers will be the Israel Defense Forces, however, the technology's potential application in civilian hospitals' air ambulance services is also noted.