Natilus is the leading developer of large autonomous cargo freighters designed to dramatically reduce both the cost and environmental impact of air freight. The Natilus N3.8T is the first in a family of next-generation freight aircraft. The twin-engine turboprop will have a maximum takeoff weight of 8,618 kg (19,000 lbs.), a maximum range of 1,667 km (1,035 miles) and is expected to carry a load of LD3 containers to a maximum weight of 3,855 kg (8,500 lbs.).
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Whether the flight operations warrant a FAA-certified UAV or the aerospace regulations call for human pilot controls, Natilus will offer the ultimate flexibility and solution to the pilot shortage or regulations that stagnate traditional airline growth.
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Natilus twin-engine turboprop drone can carry 60 percent more cargo than an equivalent aircraft.Natilus is the leading developer of large autonomous cargo freighters designed to dramatically reduce both the cost and environmental impact of air freight.
source-image: volatusaerospace
The twin-engine turboprop will have a maximum takeoff weight of 8,618 kg (19,000 lbs.), a maximum range of 1,667 km (1,035 miles) and is expected to carry a load of LD3 containers to a maximum weight of 3,855 kg (8,500 lbs.).
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Whether the flight operations warrant a FAA-certified UAV or the aerospace regulations call for human pilot controls, Natilus will offer the ultimate flexibility and solution to the pilot shortage or regulations that stagnate traditional airline growth.