Falco Xplorer MALE UAV offers 24h+ endurance, 350kg payload, 30,000ft ceiling, modular sensors, and dual-use ISR and precision strike mission capabilities.

# Leonardo Falco Xplorer – Advanced Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance UAV

The Falco Xplorer, developed by Leonardo S.p.A., is a versatile Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) UAV designed for both military and civil applications. It offers exceptional endurance, payload capacity, and modular sensor integration, making it suitable for a wide range of missions including intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and precision strike operations.

Key Features and Capabilities

1. Extended Endurance and High Ceiling

The Falco Xplorer boasts an impressive endurance of over 24 hours, allowing for prolonged missions without the need for frequent refueling. It operates at a maximum ceiling of 30,000 feet, providing a strategic advantage in high-altitude operations.

2. High Payload Capacity

With a maximum take-off weight of 1,300 kg, the UAV can carry a payload of up to 350 kg. This capacity supports a variety of mission-specific equipment, including sensors and munitions.

3. Modular Sensor Suite

The UAV is equipped with a customizable sensor suite, including:

• Gabbiano T80UL: Multimode Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)

• LEOSS: Electro-Optical/Infrared Stabilized Turret

• SAGE: Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Suite

These sensors provide comprehensive situational awareness and intelligence gathering capabilities.

4. Dual-Use Capabilities

Designed to meet both military and civil requirements, the Falco Xplorer is suitable for missions such as border patrol, maritime surveillance, environmental monitoring, and disaster response.

5. NATO STANAG 4671 Certification

The system is undergoing military type certification in accordance with NATO STANAG 4671, ensuring interoperability and standardization for allied operations.