Utva Vrabac

Vrabac
Role Remote controlled, UAV
Manufacturer Utva Aviation Industry
Introduction 2008
Status active
Primary user Serbian Air Force
Produced 2008-present
Number built 50+

The Vrabac ("sparrow") is a reconnaissance aircraft built in Serbia by Utva Aviation Industry.[1] It is a mini drone which weighs 5.5 kg with a 2.80 meter wing span. The horsepower of the mini UAV is 350 horsepower which is enough for the Vrabac to have a total of 1 hour flying time and to have a top speed of 85 km/h. The operation range of Vrabac's is 10 km and an operative height of 300 to 500 meters. The Vrabac drone is designed to survey and analyze major infrastructural facilities such as pipelines, major roads, bridges, forests etc. It is also intended for night and daylight surveillance and target finding and designating. It can carry a payload of maximum of 1.5 kg.

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