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Reaper, (also
known as Predator B) an outgrowth of the combat proven Predator
A UAS, became operational in 2007 and as it began flying combat
missions over Afghanistan. With an operational ceiling of
50,000ft, and higher cruising speed, Reaper can cover a larger
area, under all weather conditions carrying payloads of more
than 1.5 tons. The aircraft is powered by a single Honeywell
TP331-10 engine,
producing 950 shp, provides a
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airspeed
of 260 kts and a cruise speed for maximum endurance of 150-170
kts.
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