Airbus Flexrotor Begins European Maritime Surveillance Missions Written 2 September 2026
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Aerovel (Airbus acquired the company in May 2024) Flexrotor | Credit: Guymca; Wikipedia; CC BY-SA 4.0
Aviation News Daily reports Airbus Helicopters has “commenced operational maritime surveillance missions” using its U030 Flexrotor uncrewed aerial system on behalf of the European Maritime Safety Agency. The long-endurance VTOL aircraft operates from naval patrol vessels, providing real-time intelligence to national coast guards and border authorities.
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