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General Atomics PELE

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Small uncrewed launched effect designed to extend the capabilities of a mothership aircraft (primarily for use with MQ-9B SkyGuardian) but could also be launched from the ground. Capable of carrying onboard EO/IR or other sensors and own mission payloads. In development.

Lift type

Fixed wing

Assembly

Factory-built

Control

Remotely piloted, Autonomous

Engine type

Application

Attack, Surveillance

Design & construction

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Airframe & structure

Pressurisation

Unpressurised

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Type variants

Variant	Launch / first flight	Production end	Notes
General Atomics PELE	2025 /		Semi-autonomous UAS with 11-foot wingspan.

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