Euronext | ALUAV | € 32.00 | 09/15/2026

Gyrocopters combine the characteristics of rotorcraft and fixed-wing platforms, utilizing unpowered rotors for lift and a propulsion system for forward thrust. Veronte Autopilot delivers the nuanced control required to manage rotor autorotation and coordinated propulsion.

Gyrocopter Layout Compatibility

Conventional Autogyros

Conventional Autogyros

Free-spinning rotor with rear-mounted pusher propeller.

Hybrid Helicopter-Gyros

Hybrid Helicopter-Gyros

Capable of powered rotor engagement for takeoff.

Takeoff and Landing Capabilities

Takeoff

Takeoff

Supports both runway takeoff and assisted jump takeoff using pre-rotation logic (if motorized rotor present). Fully automated throttle and pitch coordination.

Landing

Landing

Soft and energy-efficient landings using autorotation, with programmable touchdown speeds and emergency descent behavior.

Flight Control for Gyrocopter

Real-time control of rotor pitch, yaw, and propeller thrust. Includes trim compensation, corrections, and balanced flight coordination. Handles asymmetric load or shifting CG.

Mission Capabilities & Precision Operations

Coastal Patrol / Survey

Stable, low-speed tracking and loitering.

ISR / Tactical Recon

Enhanced visibility from open-airframe platforms.

Training and Development

Adaptive parameters for prototype vehicles.

Redundancy, Safety and Compliance

Integrated health checks, fallback plans, and manual override via manual control or GCS. Emergency autorotation supported and user-defined geofence and flight zone enforcement. All this with D178C and DO254 compliance.

Advanced Features for Gyrocopter

Rotor Trim Compensation

Automatically adjusts for rotor momentum variations.

Pre-Rotation Logic

Manages startup phase for hybrid types.

Adaptive Throttle Mapping

Balances prop and rotor needs.

Envelope Protection

Prevents over-speed or negative lift states.