First Flight of the Squire Electric Ground-Effect Drone (heise.de)

• Successful maiden flight of the Squire electric WIG platform
• Designed for military logistics and maritime surveillance
• Ground-effect aerodynamics for enhanced range and efficiency

"The Squire unmanned ground-effect vehicle (WIG) has completed its inaugural flight. Designed primarily for military applications, this electric platform utilizes the ground effect to glide efficiently over water surfaces. Its development signals a shift toward stealthy, high-efficiency autonomous maritime assets suitable for logistics and surveillance, offering improved energy consumption compared to traditional vertical takeoff drones or naval vessels."