This drone, designed for hard-to-reach disaster areas, will soon be getting an upgrade that allows it to be consumed along with its cargo. The Pouncer drone, developed by former army logistics expert Nigel Gifford, has a three-metre-wide hull and wings that enclose vacuum-packed foods and medical supplies. Its wooden framework is made from sustainable sources, but within 12 months Gifford's company – Windhorse Aerospace – hopes to replace this structure with edible food components. The aim of Pouncer is to overcome challenges currently being experienced by teams operating in various disaster situations through the use of a single aerial vehicle," said Gifford. "It has been designed to be a supplementary aid delivery system, used in conjunction with other delivery systems," he continued. "Other delivery systems require the host aircraft in some circumstances to over-fly the drop zone, whilst Pouncer can be launched at a stand-off range.