IDEX 2025: Heven Drones Unveils the Raider
This is a hydrogen propulsion UAS Characterized by extended endurance, enhanced payload capacity, and a modular design to adapt to evolving operational demands
Photo: Heven Drones
Heven Drones, an Israeli company specializing in hydrogen-powered unmanned aerial systems for complex operational environments, will introduce the Raider, a hydrogen-propulsion UAS, at IDEX 2025, taking place next week in Abu Dhabi.
According to the company, the new platform is designed for extended endurance, versatile payload options, and field-ready modularity, addressing critical challenges faced by modern operators.
The Raider is built to support multiple mission requirements, offering hydrogen-powered endurance exceeding 10 hours and a payload capacity of up to 50 lbs. (23 kg). Its modular twin-fuselage design enhances aerodynamic stability and allows for rapid adaptation to different operational profiles without extensive recalibration. Key features include vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) for deployment in diverse environments, fast assembly within 15 minutes, and a modular battery system for improved hovering capabilities.
Beyond performance metrics, the Raider enables near-silent operation with ultra-low thermal and acoustic signatures, ensuring discreet use in sensitive missions. Its ability to monitor large areas with multi-platform, multi-sensor configurations makes it particularly valuable for persistent surveillance and force protection. Additionally, on-site hydrogen generation provides energy independence, ensuring continuous operations in remote or resource-limited environments.
Benzion Levinson, founder and CEO of Heven Drones, sees the Raider’s launch as a testament to the company's mission to enhance operational capabilities across a broad range of missions. He states, “The platform’s ability to deliver long endurance with a high payload capacity, combined with hydrogen-powered sustainability, opens new possibilities for reconnaissance, tactical operations, and logistics. The H2D family of drones has already been validated in operational environments, and the Raider is designed to provide reliable performance while offering operators the adaptability needed in today’s dynamic scenarios.”
