{"product_id":"x8-2026-fixed-wing-uas","title":"X8 2026 Fixed-Wing UAS","description":"\u003ch1\u003eX8 Fixed-Wing UAS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkywalker X8 Airframe Platform | Cube Orange Autopilot | Long-Range Telemetry | 6S Li-Ion Power System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X8 Fixed-Wing UAS is a professionally integrated electric flying-wing platform built around the proven \u003cstrong\u003eSkywalker X8 airframe\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Its reinforced composite structure and carbon-fiber wing spars provide a robust platform for repeated field deployment while maintaining a practical balance between durability and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntegrated Flight Control \u0026amp; Avionics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the system is a \u003cstrong\u003eCube Orange flight controller\u003c\/strong\u003e, integrated and configured by \u003cstrong\u003eDominion Drones\u003c\/strong\u003e with the ArduPilot flight-control stack. The system is paired with an \u003cstrong\u003eRFD-900 \/ RFD-900x 900 MHz long-range telemetry modem\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a dedicated telemetry and command\/data link for supported operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated avionics architecture allows the X8 to serve as a flexible foundation for navigation, autonomous flight missions, telemetry, payload integration and future system expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEfficient Electric Propulsion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X8 uses a \u003cstrong\u003e100% electric propulsion system\u003c\/strong\u003e, eliminating the need for gasoline or other combustion fuel. The propulsion package combines a high-performance \u003cstrong\u003ebrushless motor\u003c\/strong\u003e, heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003e80A ESC\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003efolding pusher propeller\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe folding propeller reduces aerodynamic drag when the motor is not under power and complements the X8's efficient flying-wing configuration, making the platform well suited for extended fixed-wing flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLong-Endurance Power System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft is powered by a high-density \u003cstrong\u003e6S Li-Ion flight battery system\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to maximize energy efficiency and airborne endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on aircraft configuration, payload, environmental conditions and flight profile, the system is designed to support \u003cstrong\u003e2+ hours of flight endurance per battery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRobust Composite Airframe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X8 airframe features a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-strength fiberglass-composite fuselage\u003c\/strong\u003e with reinforced \u003cstrong\u003ecarbon-fiber wing spars\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 2.12-meter wingspan and 790 mm fuselage length provide a large and aerodynamically efficient platform while maintaining a practical transport footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flying-wing configuration offers excellent aerodynamic efficiency and stable low-speed handling, while the approximately 80 dm² wing area supports efficient glide performance and extended loiter operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModular UAS Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than being limited to a single mission profile, the X8 is designed as a \u003cstrong\u003econfigurable fixed-wing UAS platform\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its integrated avionics and spacious airframe architecture provide a foundation for additional mission equipment, sensors and payload systems, subject to the aircraft's weight, balance and power limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system is supplied as a pre-integrated UAS package and is prepared for final field assembly, configuration and pre-flight checks by the customer. 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The Skywalker X8 airframe is used as the aircraft platform; flight-control, avionics and system integration are performed by Dominion Drones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGround Control \u0026amp; Launch System\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X8 Fixed-Wing UAS can be configured with a dedicated ground control and launch package designed for field deployment, long-range telemetry operations and fixed-wing launch support. The complete ground segment combines a rugged dual-screen tactical Ground Control Station, redundant handheld control capability, a long-range elevated antenna system and a dedicated UAV catapult launcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTactical Ground Control Station\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional Ground Control Station is built around the \u003cstrong\u003eFoxtech GS-75U Dual-Screen Tactical GCS\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a dedicated field workstation for mission planning, aircraft monitoring and ground-control operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system features \u003cstrong\u003edual 13.3-inch Full HD sunlight-readable displays\u003c\/strong\u003e with up to \u003cstrong\u003e1,000 nits brightness\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing improved visibility during outdoor and high-ambient-light operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GCS runs \u003cstrong\u003eWindows 10\/11\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eMission Planner pre-installed and configured by Dominion Drones\u003c\/strong\u003e. The system can be delivered with the required flight-control software, configuration files and system settings preloaded to streamline deployment and operator setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong-Range Ground Communications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extended-range operations, the GCS incorporates a hardwired \u003cstrong\u003eRFD-900 ground modem\u003c\/strong\u003e connected to a \u003cstrong\u003e6-meter telescoping antenna mast\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elevated antenna system can be configured with high-gain directional \u003cstrong\u003epatch or Yagi antennas\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing an optimized ground-to-air telemetry link for line-of-sight operations. 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