Schiebel has successfully concluded the first flight test campaign for its CAMCOPTER S-300 unmanned helicopter in France, marking a significant program milestone. The flights took place at the CESA Drones test site in Sainte-Hélène near Bordeaux, where the S-300 expanded its operational envelope and accumulated a total of 100 flight hours.
The flight activities build on prior experience gained with the S-300 and represent a further step in expanding the aircraft’s operational flight envelope. Conducted in a military environment, the flights focused on verifying key flight characteristics and overall system performance.
“France has been a trusted partner for Schiebel for many years, making it a natural location for the next phase of CAMCOPTER S-300 flight activities,” said Hans Georg Schiebel, Chairman of the Schiebel Group. “Our long-standing relationship with the French Navy and our local presence through Schiebel Aéronaval SAS reflect our deep roots in France. The S-300 is being developed to meet the requirements of international military and government users worldwide, building on Schiebel’s global experience in unmanned aviation.”
During the tests, the CAMCOPTER S-300 demonstrated stable and controlled behavior during typical evaluations, including handling qualities, flight control response, and overall aircraft performance.
The CAMCOPTER S-300 builds directly on Schiebel’s extensive experience with the CAMCOPTER S-100, a maritime-proven unmanned helicopter with several hundred thousand flight hours worldwide. Drawing on this operational heritage, the S-300 is designed to deliver increased payload capacity, extended endurance, and enhanced mission flexibility for demanding military and government applications.
