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Meridian Flight Systems, founded in the United Kingdom in 2023, harnesses over a century of combined aerospace expertise to deliver innovative UAV solutions.

Our mission is to introduce advanced hybrid power systems that address key challenges across multiple sectors, where there’s strong demand for autonomous, reliable airlift capabilities.

By setting new standards in safety, efficiency and performance, Meridian is committed to producing all-weather, heavy-lift, long-range UAVs, such as the Corra platform, designed to meet the rigorous needs of commercial, Defence, and Government operations.

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Milestones

July 2024

Corra Concept Design Complete

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July 2024
August 2024

Corra Airframe Development Work Start

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August 2024
November 2024

Meridian HERMES Turbine Development Start

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November 2024
July 2025

Corra 60% Scale Prototype Design Freeze

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July 2025
August 2025

Corra 60% Scale Prototype Production Start

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August 2025
December 2025

Corra 60% Scale Prototype First Flight

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December 2025
June 2026

Corra 60% Scale Prototype Flight Test Programme End

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June 2026

Team Overview

Our team consists of experienced aerospace engineers, aviators, and consultants with deep expertise in UAV design and development.

We specialise in taking airframe and powerplant concepts from initial design through certification to operational service.

Together, we are advancing UAV technology to meet the demands of modern aerospace applications, pushing boundaries in performance and sustainability.

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Our Partners

Meridian collaborates with industry leaders like AeroTex UK, Altair Engineering, Barclays Eagle Labs, MathWorks and Zenotech, enhancing our capabilities in simulation, computational modelling, atmospheric analysis, and power system engineering.

Join us as we push the limits of UAV technology through strategic partnerships.

Industries We Serve

The Heron UAV is engineered to serve a wide range of industries, each benefiting from its hybrid power, operational flexibility, and superior performance.

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Logistics

From long-range cargo transportation to delivering goods in hard-to-reach areas, the Corra excels in supporting logistics operations that require heavy-lift and all-weather reliability.

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Defence

For military applications, Corra offers a reliable solution for intelligence gathering, reconnaissance, and combat support. Its ability to be highly manoeuvrable while carrying 350 kg of payload and operating in hostile airspace ensures mission success.

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Government & Law Enforcement

Supporting disaster response, search & rescue, and law enforcement, the Corra’s long-range and autonomous operations make it the go-to platform for critical Government missions.

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