Yamaha RMAX (Japan), Unmanned helicopters - Rotary-wing - Civil

Type
Remotely piloted helicopter.

Programme
Initial R-50 model developed for agricultural spraying from 1983 and entered service in 1991. Advanced R-MAX introduced in late 1997, featuring more powerful engine and larger spray tank, flight stability system, low-fuel indicator and automatic rotor stop system. SkEyes Unlimited, a prime contractor for US Army-sponsored programmes using a fleet of RMAX Type II aircraft fitted with LADAR systems for airspace deconfliction, UAV obstacle and collision avoidance research. The G-1 introduced in October 2005 and certified in January 2008, and a military version, the Mk IIG, used by the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force in Iraq. More than 2,000 produced by the end of 2010.

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Publication Title	Jane's Helicopter Markets and Systems
Publication date	Jun 20, 2011
Section	Unmanned helicopters - Rotary-wing - Civil
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