Germany's Quantum Systems Unveils PULSE P19 Turboprop 'Drone Hunter' at ILA Berlin 2026
German drone and defense technology company Quantum Systems has debuted the PULSE P19, a turboprop multi-mission aircraft capable of both manned and unmanned operation, at ILA Berlin Air Show 2026. Designed for counter-UAS missions and unveiled by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the platform marks the company's expansion from small reconnaissance drones into the medium-altitude multi-role aircraft segment.
Highlights
- Quantum Systems unveiled the PULSE P19 turboprop multi-mission aircraft at ILA Berlin Air Show on June 10, 2026, with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz personally revealing the full-scale model.
- The PULSE P19 supports both manned and unmanned operation, targeting counter-UAS, ISR, and training missions in response to lessons learned from the war in Ukraine.
- The launch marks Quantum Systems' strategic expansion from small reconnaissance drones into the medium-altitude multi-role aircraft segment.
- The PULSE P19 integrates with Quantum Systems' MOSAIC UXS software ecosystem, enabling manned-unmanned teaming and collaborative operations with air and ground systems.
- Quantum Systems has not yet disclosed the PULSE P19's engine, avionics, or key subsystem suppliers as of the aircraft's public debut.
Quantum Systems Unveils PULSE P19 Turboprop Drone Hunter
German drone and defense technology company Quantum Systems officially unveiled the PULSE P19 at the 2026 ILA Berlin Air Show. The turboprop multi-mission aircraft supports both manned and unmanned operations and is positioned as a new capability platform for countering enemy drone threats.
On June 10, 2026, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz personally unveiled a full-scale model of the PULSE P19 at the Quantum Systems booth, drawing significant attention to the aircraft's debut.
From Small Reconnaissance Drones to Medium-Altitude Multi-Role Aircraft
The PULSE P19 launch marks a significant strategic shift for Quantum Systems, which has historically focused on small reconnaissance drones and autonomous systems. The company is now entering the medium-altitude multi-role aircraft segment.
Quantum Systems stated that the aircraft's design philosophy was informed by lessons learned from the war in Ukraine and other recent conflicts, in which conventional low- and medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) drones have become increasingly vulnerable to air defense and counter-UAS systems.
In response, Quantum Systems engineered the PULSE P19 to combine higher speed, extended range, flexible payload options, and a more cost-effective and scalable architecture compared to traditional long-endurance unmanned platforms.
Multi-Mission Capability
According to the company, the PULSE P19 is designed to support the following mission types:
- Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)
- Training operations
- Counter-UAS (C-UAS) missions
Quantum Systems emphasized that the PULSE P19 can operate as either a manned aircraft or an unmanned system, enabling operators to gradually transition from conventional flight testing and training toward higher levels of autonomous operation.
Executive Statements
Florian Seibel, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Quantum Systems, said: "The evolution of modern warfare has clearly exposed the limitations of conventional drones. Today's armed forces need faster, more cost-effective, and scalable capabilities to address emerging threats. The PULSE P19 was developed precisely to meet those needs."
Chief Engineer Lars Peter added: "We are not choosing between a manned aircraft and an unmanned system — we are developing a platform that combines the advantages of both. The result is an aircraft that delivers speed, endurance, and economy, while opening a clear development path toward greater autonomy."
Integration with MOSAIC UXS Software Ecosystem
The PULSE P19 can also be integrated with Quantum Systems' MOSAIC UXS software ecosystem, the company's command-and-control platform purpose-built for unmanned systems. Through this integration, the PULSE P19 can operate collaboratively with other aerial and ground systems, supporting manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T), strike reconnaissance missions, and rapid payload integration.
Company Background
Quantum Systems expanded rapidly during the war in Ukraine, where its small unmanned aircraft have been deployed for reconnaissance and targeting support. The company has since built a comprehensive portfolio spanning airborne, ground-based, and software-defined unmanned systems.
Notably, Quantum Systems has not yet disclosed details regarding the PULSE P19's engine, avionics, or primary subsystem suppliers.
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