JUMP 20-X

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The JUMP® 20-X represents a new era of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) designed for unmatched flexibility across both sea and land operations. Built to withstand the harshest maritime environments, this fully marinized aircraft is engineered to deliver superior endurance, precision, and adaptability in contested domains. With its advanced payload integration and AI-enhanced capabilities, the JUMP® 20-X is rapidly becoming a critical asset for modern military forces seeking dominance in multi-domain operations.

Photo Credit: AeroVironment

The JUMP® 20-X is a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft requiring no launch system or runway, making it ideal for shipboard and expeditionary missions. It cruises at a speed of 58 mph (50 knots) and can operate at altitudes up to 17,000 feet density altitude. With a wingspan of 18.8 feet (5.7 meters) and a length of 9.5 feet (2.9 meters), the aircraft maintains a compact footprint while delivering robust performance.

Photo Credit: AeroVironment

Weighing in at 215 pounds maximum gross takeoff weight (MGTOW), the system supports fuel and payload capacity of 97.5 kilograms. Endurance exceeds 13 hours, enabling long-duration surveillance and reconnaissance missions. The aircraft can carry up to 30 pounds (13.6 kilograms) of usable payload, ensuring versatility across mission sets.

Photo Credit: AeroVironment

Advanced Command and Control Systems

The JUMP® 20-X integrates seamlessly with the Vigilant Spirit Command and Control Interface, fully compliant with STANAG-4586 standards. This ensures interoperability with NATO and allied systems, enhancing coalition operations. The platform offers a link range of 115 miles (185 kilometers) with beyond line-of-sight (BLOS) capability, providing extended operational reach in both maritime and land-based theaters.

Precision Launch and Landing Capabilities

One of the most distinctive features of the JUMP® 20-X is its AI-enhanced precision landing system. Using predictive algorithms, the aircraft adapts to dynamic deck motion, enabling safe recovery on moving ships even in high sea states. This capability significantly reduces operational risk and expands deployment options for naval forces operating in contested waters.

Contested Environment Technologies

Modern battlefields demand resilience against electronic warfare and navigation denial. The JUMP® 20-X integrates configurable GNSS, AltNav solutions, and multiple radio options to ensure mission continuity in contested environments. Anti-jam data links and alternative navigation systems provide redundancy, allowing operators to maintain control and situational awareness even under hostile interference.

SPOTR-EDGE AI Detection and Tracking

Equipped with SPOTR-EDGE technology, the aircraft delivers onboard detection, classification, and tracking of key objects. AI overlays identify and categorize vessels, enhancing maritime domain awareness. This capability allows operators to rapidly distinguish between friendly, neutral, and potentially hostile assets, providing commanders with actionable intelligence in real time.

Modular Multi-Payload Integration

The JUMP® 20-X is designed for modular payload versatility, supporting a wide range of mission configurations. Payload options include EO/MWIR with laser designator, EO/IR with NSP3 and AIS, EO/MWIR with communications relay and SIGINT, and EO/IR with Hatchet precision strike munition plus SIGINT. Additional payloads such as CORVID Shryke, optical sensor fusion, radar RF scan, and electronic warfare attack modules further expand mission adaptability.

This modular approach ensures the aircraft can transition seamlessly between intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), electronic warfare, and precision strike roles, making it a true multi-domain force multiplier.

Power Supply and Endurance

Powered by a 230 cc heavy fuel two-stroke engine, the JUMP® 20-X is compatible with JP-5, JP-8, Jet A, and MoGas fuels. This flexibility in fuel supply enhances logistical efficiency and ensures sustained operations in diverse environments. Combined with its 13+ hour endurance, the aircraft provides persistent coverage over critical areas of interest.

JUMP® 20-X Specifications and Key Features


CategoryDetails
Link Range115 mi (185 km); Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) capability
Endurance13+ hours
Usable Payload CapacityUp to 30 lb (13.6 kg)
Power Supply230 cc heavy fuel engine, 2-stroke; compatible with JP-5, JP-8, Jet A, MoGas
Aircraft & ElectronicsFully marinized aircraft for harsh shipboard operations
Speed58 mph (50 knots) cruise
Operating Altitude17,000 ft Density Altitude (DA)
Wingspan18.8 ft (5.7 m)
Length9.5 ft (2.9 m)
Weight215 lb Maximum Gross Takeoff Weight (MGTOW); Fuel & Payload 97.5 kg
Launch MethodNo launch system or runway required; Vertical Takeoff & Landing (VTOL)
Recovery MethodVTOL Landing
Ground Control SystemVigilant Spirit Command/Control Interface; STANAG-4586 compliant

Key Features


FeatureDescription
Multi-fuel, multi-INT/multi-domainOperates across multiple domains with diverse intelligence payloads
Engineered for extreme maritime conditionsFully marinized for shipboard operations
Fully autonomous precision landingAI-enhanced precision landing on moving ships
13+ hr enduranceLong-duration missions with persistent coverage
Up to 30 lb payload capacitySupports multiple payloads for ISR, EW, and strike missions
Modular architectureCompatible with third-party payloads, radios, and control options
Beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS)Multiple SATCOM options for extended operational reach

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