BAE Systems GA22

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GA22
RoleUAV
National originUnited Kingdom
Manufacturer BAE Systems

The BAE Systems GA22 is an unmanned airship demonstrator programme in response to a need for low cost, long endurance UAV platform. Lindstrand Technologies is a major contributor to the programme. [1] [2]

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References

  1. "BAE Systems floats autonomous system at Farnborough International". www.baesystems.com. 14 July 2008. Archived from the original on 30 July 2008. Retrieved 30 July 2008.
  2. "BAE's GA22 unmanned blimp makes its debut". www.engadget.com. 15 July 2008. Archived from the original on 1 August 2008. Retrieved 30 July 2008.