Here to serve and support the mission.
Nimble, fast and flexible enough to complement existing craft, the X7 extends and enhances tactical capabilities for a range of critical ops.
Insertion and extraction
Durable enough for all weathers, the X7 cabin can fly one pilot and four fully-equipped special teams operatives to the target area and back, quickly and quietly: at 3,500 rpm, the rotors are beyond human hearing.
Surveillance and reconnaissance
Built for intelligence-gathering, the X7’s resistance to detection and tracking is complemented by an in-flight cruise mode that automatically diverts 150 kw of power to the payload bay to operate sensors, radar and any other mission-critical technology. A fighter radar requires around 10 kw; the X7 can run an AESA array up to 15 times larger.
Medevac, search and rescue
With the capacity for 1 pilot and 6 civilians, the cabin can be reconfigured with stretchers and medical equipment for the seriously injured. Speed is life: the ability to fly direct to the scene and a hospital landing pad enables seamless rapid transfer for patients, often within the survival “golden hour”.
The Cavorite X7’s technology and capabilities compare favorably with other conventional military aircraft in the concept study #5 NATO NGRC Study, as shown in the table above. Scaled up, Horizon’s technology is in a strong position to be the choice for the Canadian concept for NATO NGRC.
A hybrid designed for defence
| Horizon Cavorite X7 | Airbus Racer | Sikorsky X2 Defiant | Leonardo AW609 | Bell Boeing MV-22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPEED | 460 km/hr | 400 km/hr | 460 km/hr | 500 km/hr | 445 km/hr |
| RANGE | 800 km +AAR | 740 km | 424 km | 1300 km | 926 km +AAR |
| PEOPLE | 1+6 | 2+10 | 2+10 est. | 2+9 | 4+24 |
| ELECTRICAL POWER AVAILABLE | 150 kW | 10 kW est. | 10 kW est. | 10 kW est. | 10 kW est. |
| USEFUL LOAD | 703 kg | Not stated | Not stated | 2860 kg | 9070 kg |
| COST | $10M | $39M est. | $35M est. | $30M | $75M |