Piasecki Plans Production Model of Newly-Acquired Kargo UAV for 2026

Latest addition to the manufacturer’s portfolio complements its other vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) projects.

Jack Daleo

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 09:30 AM ET

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PiAC plans to develop Kaman’s Kargo UAV as a versatile vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft for military and commercial applications. [Courtesy: Piasecki Aircraft Corp.]

Key Takeaways:

Piasecki Aircraft Corp. (PiAC) acquired Kaman Air Vehicles' autonomous Kargo UAV program, including all intellectual property, assets, and personnel.
PiAC aims to achieve production readiness for the medium-lift Kargo UAV by 2026, pursuing FAA certification for its use in both military and diverse commercial cargo logistics.
This acquisition strategically expands PiAC's vertical flight portfolio, complementing its existing projects and addressing a growing market need for autonomous expeditionary logistics solutions.

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Piasecki Aircraft Corp. (PiAC) is adding a new dimension to its vertical flight portfolio.

The Pennsylvania-based company on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Kaman Air Vehicles’ autonomous Kargo UAV—a medium-lift uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for military and commercial cargo logistics—and the intellectual property, assets, and personnel related to the program. Its goal is to field a production-ready vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) vehicle by 2026. PiAC will also pursue FAA certification to expand the market for the aircraft.