Ukraine’s new StarGate drone can evacuate wounded soldiers from the battlefield — without risking a rescue crew
Ukraine unveils new drone designed to recover wounded soldiers on the battlefield equipped with various anti-drone countermeasures for added protection.
Ukrainian defense tech firm SkyFall has unveiled a new StarGate drone designed to evacuate wounded soldiers from the battlefield quickly and safely. The StarGate can carry injured personnel up to a distance of 15 kilometers, with a one-way flight speed of up to 65 mph and up to 105 mph if necessary. The drone, which has a basic price of $50,000 per unit, can be deployed in just 10 minutes and is equipped with countermeasures against enemy drones to protect the rescue mission.
Background: The idea of the StarGate drone came from the front lines, as a commander of the 475th Separate Assault Regiment sought a safer method for evacuating wounded personnel. The drone, which was demonstrated live to the press, is capable of carrying a person suspended under its chassis and can accommodate payloads up to 150 kilograms (330 pounds). This includes a ground operative dressed in body armor and armed with combat gear.
Design: The StarGate drone has undergone multiple iterations before reaching its current form. SkyFall aims to produce around 1,000 drones per month by the end of 2026, potentially saving a significant number of lives in the process.
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