Forecast International

BEIJING - China unveiled the Wing Loong-3 long-range unmanned air vehicle (UAV) at the 14th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition. Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group developed the WL-3.

The Wing Loong series resembles the Reaper UAV developed by the United States. The Wing Loong UAVs are intended for reconnaissance and surveillance missions, but cam carry air-to-surface missiles.

The Wing Loong-3 is more capable than its predecessors and offers a range of 10,000 kilometers. The WL-3 is also larger than previous versions. This UAV has a length of 12.2 meters and a wingspan of 24 meters. Besides strike weapons, the WL-3 can be equipped with fourth-generation air-to-air missiles.

China has already exported earlier versions in the Wing Loong series to customers in Africa and the Middle East.

Source: Interesting Engineering
Associated URL: https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/wing-loong-3-intercontinental-military-drone
Author: Ameya Paleja

NOTICE TO USERS

Warranty: Forecast International makes no guarantees as to the veracity or accuracy of the information provided. It warrants only that the information, which has been obtained from multiple sources, has been researched and screened to the best of the ability of our staff within the limited time constraints. Forecast International encourages all clients to use multiple sources of information and to conduct their own research on source data prior to making important decisions. All URLs listed were active as of the time the information was recorded. Some hyperlinks may have become inactive since the time of publication.

Technical Support: Phone (203)426-0800 e-mail support@forecastinternational.com

Subscription Information: Phone (203)426-0800 or (800)451-4975; FAX (203)426-0223 (USA) or e-mail sales@forecastinternational.com

Aerospace/Defense News Highlights is published by Forecast International, 75 Glen Rd, Suite 302 Sandy Hook, CT 06482 USA. Articles that list Forecast International as the source are Copyrighted © 2024. Reproduction in any form, or transmission by electronic or other means, is prohibited without prior approval from the publisher.

Forecast International welcomes comments and suggestions regarding its material.
Please send any feedback to: info@forecastinternational.com