FEINDEF 2023: Teledyne Flir displays Black Hornet airborne PRS Personal Reconnaissance System for dismounted soldiers.

Black Hornet PRS, also known as the Personal Reconnaissance System, is an innovative and cutting-edge technology that has revolutionized the field of small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for military and security applications. Developed by Teledyne Flir Systems, the Black Hornet PRS is a remarkable tool that provides soldiers and operators with unprecedented situational awareness and intelligence-gathering capabilities in a compact and lightweight package.
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The Black Hornet PRS consists of a tiny unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that measures just a few inches in length and weighs less than 33 grams(Picture source: Army Recognition)

At its core, the Black Hornet PRS consists of a tiny unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that measures just a few inches in length and weighs less than 33 grams. Despite its small size, this remarkable sUAS is equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, including a high-resolution electro-optical camera and thermal imaging capabilities. These sensors allow the Black Hornet PRS to capture clear and detailed imagery in both daylight and low-light conditions, enabling operators to effectively navigate and gather critical information in various environments.

One of the key features that sets the Black Hornet PRS apart is its exceptional stealth capabilities. With a near-silent propulsion system and its diminutive size, this sUAS can conduct covert operations without drawing attention or compromising the safety of the user. The Black Hornet PRS's ability to blend seamlessly into the environment and provide real-time video and images to the operator greatly enhances situational awareness and enables rapid decision-making on the ground.

The Black Hornet PRS is designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind. Its intuitive user interface allows operators to control the sUAS with minimal training, making it an accessible tool for military personnel, law enforcement agencies, and other security professionals. With just a few taps on a handheld control unit, an operator can launch, maneuver, and land the Black Hornet PRS with precision and ease.

Beyond its reconnaissance capabilities, the Black Hornet PRS also offers a range of advanced features to support mission success. It has the ability to stream live video and images to a remote ground station, providing real-time situational awareness to commanders and decision-makers. The Black Hornet PRS can also autonomously navigate and conduct pre-programmed missions, allowing operators to focus on analysis and decision-making rather than piloting the sUAS.

The Black Hornet PRS equips the non-specialist dismounted soldier with immediate covert situational awareness (SA). Game-changing EO and IR technology bridges the gap between aerial and ground-based sensors, with the same SA as a larger UAV and threat location capabilities of UGVs. Extremely light, nearly silent, and with a flight time up to 25 minutes, the combat-proven, pocket-sized Black Hornet PRS transmits live video and HD still images back to the operator.

Defense News May 2023