BETA unveils MV250 autonomous hybrid military logistics VTOL
BETA Technologies unveiled MV250, an autonomous series hybrid-electric VTOL designed to move heavy cargo across contested and dispersed military operating environments.
Evidence notes
- MV250 carries a 2,000 lb payload within a 250-nautical-mile tactical radius and has a 1,300-nautical-mile reposition range.
- The platform uses BETA's ALIA architecture and a GE Aerospace-BETA turbogenerator with a CT7/T700-based turbine.
- Build-up flight tests have demonstrated both Sikorsky MATRIX and BETA autonomy systems on the aircraft architecture.
Company context
US aerospace manufacturer developing electric aircraft, autonomous flight systems, propulsion and charging infrastructure.