Petrel Technologies Achieves Six-Hour Flight Test for AERO Sky Hybrid VTOL Drone
DEFENSE
Florida-based Petrel Technologies announced that its AERO Sky hybrid VTOL drone successfully completed a six-hour flight test, demonstrating extended reconnaissance capabilities. The Group 3 unmanned aerial system is designed for low-cost surveillance and strike missions, featuring vertical takeoff and fixed-wing flight efficiency. The aircraft supports modular payloads and autonomous operation, aiming to enhance aerial intelligence across defense and commercial sectors.

Feb 21, 2026, 4:09 PM