The fully-autonomous flight modes of the Hermes 450 ensures simplified operation while reducing the possibility of human errors. Predefined flightplans loaded before or after take-off enable the UAV to autonomously fly to the mission area and to return to the recovery site, even if in data link fails. Its modular design enables simple and quick reconfiguration in the flight line. A reconnaissance film camera is also installed, for high resolution photos. The Hermes 450 is capable to carry any other types of payloads as optronic, electronic or radar, according to customer's requirement.
Power is supplied by a generator.
The full ground system comprises the GCS, GDT and generators. Two racks serve as commander and observer consoles, the third serves as a communication rack. During a mission, the GCS is operated by three crew members - mission commander, observer and liaison operator. However, it can be fully operated by only two crew men - a single operator and liaison. The GCS is equipped to conduct a complete mission from the planning stage to debriefing.