Schiebel CAMCOPTER-S-100 at EDA’s Opex Campaign.
Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 Demonstrates Cross-Domain Logistics Capabilities During EDA’s Inaugural OPEX Campaign: Vienna, 22 July 2025: Schiebel’s CAMCOPTER S-100 Unmanned Air System (UAS) recently showcased its cross-domain logistics capabilities during the European Defence Agency’s (EDA) first-ever Operational Experimentation (OPEX) campaign. The demonstration took place in a complex, simulated operational environment, where the UAS proved its ability to execute autonomous logistics missions both in the air and on the ground.
The OPEX campaign, held over five weeks, took place at the Italian Army’s Multifunctional Experimentation Centre (CEPOLISPE) and UTTAT (Ufficio Tecnico Territoriale Armamenti Terrestri di Nettuno). The event brought together six leading European defence companies, each showcasing the capabilities of Unmanned Air and Ground Systems (UAS and UGS) in executing cross-domain logistics operations. The aim was to explore innovation and interoperability within the European defence sector, a crucial step in advancing multi-domain operations.
The CAMCOPTER S-100 participated in multiple logistics missions, each involving the transport of cargo under an underslung net. The UAS successfully carried suspended loads of over 50 kg, even in challenging conditions such as degraded communications, adverse weather, and contested operational environments. These missions highlighted the system’s robustness, reliability, and effectiveness in real-world battlefield scenarios.
Schiebel’s Chairman, Hans Georg Schiebel said: “We are proud to have contributed to this important initiative led by the European Defence Agency. The S-100’s proven operational track record, combined with its autonomous logistics capability, underscores its value as a force multiplier in multi-domain operations.”
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The CAMCOPTER S-100: A Versatile and Resilient UAS
The CAMCOPTER S-100 is a versatile Unmanned Air System designed for both military and civilian applications. Its Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) capabilities allow it to operate in diverse environments without requiring prepared launch or recovery areas. The UAS can function day and night, even in adverse weather conditions, and has a beyond line-of-sight range of up to 200 km (108 nautical miles) over both land and sea.
The S-100’s robust construction, with a carbon fiber and titanium fuselage, enables it to carry a variety of payloads. Its endurance can extend up to 10 hours, with a service ceiling of 5,500 meters (18,000 feet). In a typical configuration, it carries a payload of 34 kg (75 lbs), powered by AVGas or JP-5 heavy fuel. The UAS provides high-definition payload imagery, which is transmitted to the control station in real time, offering operational flexibility for a range of missions.
What sets the S-100 apart is its capability to operate even in environments where GPS signals may not be available. Its missions can be planned and controlled through a simple point-and-click graphical user interface, making it adaptable to a wide range of operational conditions.
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Schiebel’s Camcopter S-100.
Schiebel Group: Pioneering UAS Technology
Schiebel, founded in 1951 and headquartered in Vienna, is recognized globally for its development, design, and production of the CAMCOPTER S-100. The company has built a solid reputation for producing advanced military, commercial, and humanitarian products, all certified to meet AS/EN 9100 standards. Schiebel operates facilities in Vienna and Wiener Neustadt (Austria), Toulon (France), Manassas, VA (USA), Abu Dhabi (UAE), and Shoalhaven (Australia).
In addition to its cutting-edge products, Schiebel is committed to providing exceptional after-sales service and support. The company’s customer service extends to training and ensuring that operators are fully equipped to maximize the system’s potential in various operational contexts.
Schiebel’s successful demonstration of the CAMCOPTER S-100 at the EDA’s OPEX campaign marks a key milestone in the development of autonomous logistics systems. By proving the UAS’s capabilities in both aerial and terrestrial domains, Schiebel has highlighted the increasing relevance of unmanned systems in modern military operations. As defense forces around the world continue to seek efficient and flexible solutions for cross-domain logistics, the CAMCOPTER S-100 is positioned as a capable tool in the future of multi-domain operations.
