DronamicsVerified

Dronamics is an aerospace company that builds unmanned aerial systems for commercial and dual-use missions. It was founded in Bulgaria in 2014 by brothers Svilen and Konstantin Rangelov and works internationally.

Its core focus is cargo logistics, and its technology also supports other missions, including civil protection, public safety and national security. The company designs, builds and flies its own aircraft. Its R&D and prototyping hub, where the Black Swan is engineered and built, is in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Services

• Cargo flights: time-sensitive goods, post and parcels, consumer goods and special cargo
• Same-day delivery to remote and underserved areas
• Turning airfields and air bases into cargo hubs
• Civil protection: search and rescue, humanitarian aid, fire detection and firefighting
• Defence and national security: long-range resupply, maritime and border surveillance
• Special missions: disaster relief, surveying and mapping, natural resource exploration, agriculture
• Droneports for drone cargo operations

The Black Swan

The Black Swan is a large, long-range cargo drone (Class III UAV) and the company's flagship aircraft. Dronamics says it is the only MALE (medium altitude, long endurance) drone platform repeatedly built and tested in Europe.

• Payload: up to 350 kg (770 lb)
• Cargo space: up to 3.5 m³ (125 ft³)
• Range: up to 2,500 km (1,550 mi)
• Endurance: more than 24 hours
• Cruise speed: up to 180 km/h
• Maximum altitude: 22,000 ft
• Minimum runway: 400 m, and it can use unpaved strips
• Wingspan 16 m, fuselage 8 m
• Remotely piloted or fully automated flight, with satellite communications
• Mobile ground control station
• Modular design that takes different payloads

Approvals and testing

According to the company, the Black Swan is the first large UAV to receive an EU drone airline licence (LUC) under the EU drone rules, and Dronamics is the only cargo drone operator with IATA and ICAO airline codes.

Its website reports more than 500 test flights at 7 different locations. Dronamics is also part of SESAR IRINA2, a European project on flying large remotely piloted aircraft in shared airspace. Live Black Swan flights for the project are run with BULATSA, Bulgaria's air traffic services authority.

Company facts

• Founded: 2014, in Bulgaria
• Founders: Svilen Rangelov (CEO) and Konstantin Rangelov
• Team: around 170 people in aerospace, logistics and technology
• R&D and prototyping hub: Sofia, Bulgaria
• Backers include the European Innovation Council

Contact

Sales: sales@dronamics.com
Droneports: droneports@dronamics.com
Press: press@dronamics.com
General: info@dronamics.com

FAQ

Where is Dronamics based?

Dronamics was founded in Bulgaria. Its R&D and prototyping hub, where the Black Swan is built, is in Sofia.

How much can the Black Swan carry?

Up to 350 kg, or 3.5 m³ of cargo, over a range of up to 2,500 km.

Does the Black Swan need a long runway?

No. It needs a 400 m strip, and the company says it can take off and land on unpaved surfaces.

How do I talk to Dronamics about cargo flights?

Email the sales team at sales@dronamics.com.

Black Swan specs and company details supplied by Dronamics, October 2026. Other details from dronamics.com.