Arrowhead UAS

The Griffon Aerospace Arrowhead (MQM-172) is a delta-wing unmanned aircraft designed around a simple, cost-effective, and scalable architecture. Its modular configuration allows the platform to accommodate different mission payloads and sensors, supporting applications ranging from reconnaissance and training to electronic warfare and aerial target operations.

Designed with mass production and maintainability in mind, Arrowhead uses a rear-mounted propulsion system and can operate from austere environments without conventional runway infrastructure. Its flexible launch architecture includes pneumatic, rocket-assisted, and truck-mounted launch options, while the platform can also be configured for catapult launch and parachute recovery.

Key Operational Capabilities

• Delta-wing unmanned aircraft configuration
• MQM-172 platform
• Modular payload and sensor architecture
• Payload capacity up to 100 lb (45 kg)
• Rear-mounted propeller engine
• Designed for mass production and simplified maintenance
• Multiple launch configurations
• Suitable for operations from austere locations
• Navigation system designed for reliable operation across varied scenarios
• Configurable for reconnaissance, training, EW, and aerial-target applications

Primary Mission Profiles

Reconnaissance & Surveillance
The modular architecture allows integration of mission-specific sensors for aerial reconnaissance and observation.

Training & Aerial Targets
The platform can support weapons testing and training activities as an unmanned aerial target, building on Griffon Aerospace’s established target-aircraft experience.

Electronic Warfare
Payload modularity enables integration of specialized electronic systems for EW-related testing and mission applications.

Multi-Role Mission Platform
A common airframe and interchangeable payload architecture allow the aircraft to be adapted to different mission requirements without requiring a dedicated platform for each role.

Launch & Recovery Architecture

Arrowhead is designed for operations where conventional runway infrastructure may not be available. Depending on configuration, the platform can use:

• Pneumatic launch
• RATO-assisted launch
• Truck-mounted launch systems
• Catapult launch
• Parachute recovery