When we think of drones we tend to conjure images of miniature quadcopters flitting across the sky. That’s what makes the new FLYOX Mark II amphibious cargo drone so unusual. First, the thing is massive, with a ramp weight of 8,800 pounds and a 35-foot wingspan. It’s also the only drone we know of that’s also a taildragger and flying boat and a twin.
FLYOX Mark II Amphibious Drone Cleared for Flight Trials in Kansas
Key Takeaways:
- The FLYOX Mark II is a massive (8,800 lbs, 35-foot wingspan) amphibious cargo drone, recently approved by the FAA for flight testing in Kansas as the world's largest commercial drone.
- It is designed for hazardous operations, including firefighting with a 530-gallon tank, crop dusting, and extended 50-hour search and rescue missions impossible for human crews.
- Projected to sell for around $1 million, making it one of the priciest civilian drones, with manufacturing planned to take place in Kansas.
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