Russia's United Engine Corporation (UEC)has unveiled a 500 kW hybrid power plant for drones at the UMEX 2026 international exhibition in Abu Dhabi.

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Russian UEC Demos Hybrid UAV Engine at UMEX exhibition

The hybrid power plant was developed by UEC-Klimov and is based on the VK-650V helicopter engine.

Russia's UEC Building Hybrid & Electric Aero Engines

These engines are intended for use in drones, air taxis, and VTOL/STOL aircraft.

Russia's UEC Building Hybrid & Electric Aero Engines

These engines are intended for use in drones, air taxis, and VTOL/STOL aircraft.

Russia's VK-650V Helicopter Engine Ready for Tests

On June 21, the UEC supplied the first prototype VK-650V engines to begin flight testing of the import-substituted Ansat helicopter.

Russia's VK-650V Helicopter Engine Ready for Tests

On June 21, the UEC supplied the first prototype VK-650V engines to begin flight testing of the import-substituted Ansat helicopter.