Flygas is a leading developer of supercharged engines and related components for tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) platforms.
As a supplier partner, Defense Advancement is showcasing innovative solutions and capabilities across Flygas’ supplier profile.
100% made in Italy and other EU countries, and backed by 20 years of aerospace experience, Flygas’ high-powered propulsion solutions are ideal for a wide variety of military and defense applications, including Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and battlefield logistics.
Read on to find out more:
UAV Engines
Flygas’ UAV engines are designed specifically for Group 4 and Group 5 platforms, and are ideal for high-altitude and MALE (medium-altitude long-endurance) applications.
The GAS418HA is a high-performance four-stroke gasoline UAV engine that delivers 180HP output at 5800 RPM, with an excellent power-to-weight ratio of up to 2.3 hp/kg. Featuring a gear-driven centrifugal supercharger, it can be easily installed into a wide range of platforms.
The engine can be provided with dual redundant EFI systems, or with a EFI and carburetor configuration. It can also be supplied with a secondary alternator upon request.
The GAS418S is a highly compact four-stroke gasoline engine with low overall weight that is designed to fit into very small UAV fuselages. Ideal for medium to high altitude applications, it is suited to both fixed-wing and unmanned helicopter platforms, delivering specific power of up to 2.31 hp/kg.
Flygas 912 EFI Supercharged Engine
Flygas supplies the brand new Rotax 912 ULS engine completely assembled, bench tested and equipped with the following Flygas kits:
- Supercharger for Rotax 912 – 142 HP
- Redundant Electronic Fuel Injection “Fly-Safe” with Carburetors
- Mechanical Fuel Pump 3 bar
Rotax 912 Series Upgrades
Flygas has developed a range of upgrades that significantly boost the power and reliability of the Rotax 912 four-stroke engine and related models. The enhanced capabilities transform these COTS engines into high-powered propulsion systems that are ideal for demanding Group 4 and Group 5 UAV applications.
Flygas’ alternator kits enable UAV OEMs and systems integrators to install additional alternators on board their platforms in order to meet demands for onboard power. Designed as standard for the Rotax 912-914 engines, they offer a lighter, more compact and cost-effective alternative to official solutions.
The kits are provided ready-to-install with no modification required, and can also be tailored towards unique customer requirements and specific engine models. The assembly is mounted directly on the engine shaft, with no need for belt-driving systems.
