Aether-10
Aether-10
Entry-Level Research Platform with Optional AI Development
The Aether-10 delivers reliable, extended-endurance performance for research and monitoring applications where operational simplicity and proven performance are essential. Purpose-built for university programs, environmental studies, and agricultural research requiring complete NDAA compliance.
Mission Ready configuration adds NVIDIA Orin AGX for organizations pursuing AI autonomy development.
Available in fixed-wing and VTOL configurations.
Systems are tailored to mission requirements. Investment includes platform, sensors, ground control, training, and support—configured for your operational environment.
Three Configurations for Different Operational Needs
Each tier delivers specific operational capabilities tailored to your mission requirements.
| Capability | Basic Proven Platform, Essential Operations | Professional Extended Operations, BVLOS-Ready | Mission Ready AI Development Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform & Sensors | NDAA-compliant airframe FLIR VIO F1 EO/IR Electric propulsion (2-4hr) | All Basic features Hybrid propulsion (6-8hr) 2x Starlink Mini hardware | All Professional features Enhanced PNT solution Ruggedized transport cases |
| AI Compute | None (standard autopilot only) | None (enhanced autopilot only) | NVIDIA Orin AGX edge compute AI integration suite Developer access & documentation |
| Autonomy Level | Standard waypoint navigation with exclusion zone fencing | Enhanced waypoint navigation BVLOS planning Advanced mission profiles | All Professional autonomy Custom AI model development Advanced autonomous capabilities |
| Communications | RFD900x (40km range) Standard GCS | RFD900x + Starlink Enhanced BVLOS GCS Extended range communications | All Professional comms Enhanced encryption options |
| Training & Support | 2 days operator training 90-day warranty 48hr support response | 3 days training (inc. BVLOS) 1-year warranty 24hr priority support Annual onsite maintenance | 5 days training (inc. AI) 2-year warranty 12hr Gold support Round-trip shipping covered |
| Documentation & Tools | Technical manuals FAA registration support Range box with essential tools | All Basic docs STL files for customization Spare parts kit One-way shipping covered | All Professional docs Developer API access Custom autonomy support Advanced telemetry analysis |
| Best For | University research programs Environmental monitoring Budget-conscious deployments | Large-area environmental surveys Agricultural precision monitoring Government agency operations | AI development labs Autonomy research programs Advanced academic research |
| Discuss Basic | Discuss Professional | Discuss Mission Ready |
Investment Approach: Systems are configured to your mission requirements and operational environment. Our mission specialists work with your team to design the optimal configuration, integrate with your existing infrastructure, and provide training matched to your operator experience level. Both fixed-wing and VTOL variants available.
Technical Specifications
Fixed-Wing Variant
| Endurance | 2-5 hours |
| Wingspan | 2.6m (8.5 ft) |
| MTOW | 35kg (77 lbs) |
| Payload Capacity | 4kg (8.8 lbs) |
| Cruise Speed | 30 m/s (67 mph) |
| Max Speed | 35 m/s (78 mph) |
| Wind Resistance | Up to 25 mph |
| Launch Method | Runway takeoff |
VTOL Variant
| Endurance | 2-5 hours |
| Wingspan | 2.6m (8.5 ft) |
| MTOW | 40kg (88 lbs) |
| Payload Capacity | 6kg (13.2 lbs) |
| Cruise Speed | 30 m/s (67 mph) |
| Max Speed | 35 m/s (78 mph) |
| Wind Resistance | Up to 25 mph |
| Launch Method | Vertical takeoff and landing |
All Configurations Include
Mission Applications
Defense & Intelligence
- Extended ISR missions requiring AI-enabled object detection
- Autonomous patrol and surveillance in contested environments
- Real-time threat assessment with edge AI processing
- Multi-platform coordination for complex operations
Research & Development
- Autonomy algorithm development and validation
- Machine learning model training with real flight data
- Sensor fusion and perception system research
- BVLOS operational procedure development
Infrastructure & Inspection
- Automated power line and pipeline inspection
- AI-assisted anomaly detection on critical infrastructure
- Large-area surveying with minimal operator workload
- Persistent monitoring of remote installations
Emergency Response
- Search and rescue with AI-powered person detection
- Fire detection and perimeter monitoring
- Disaster assessment with autonomous area coverage
- Long-duration situational awareness missions
Mission Economics
Extended endurance and AI-enabled autonomy deliver operational cost advantages versus traditional ISR methods.
Total ownership cost includes acquisition, training, maintenance, and operational expenses over the system lifecycle. Our mission specialists can provide detailed cost modeling for your specific operational profile.
Ready to Discuss Your Mission Requirements?
Our mission specialists work directly with defense organizations, research institutions, and government agencies to design optimal UAS configurations for specific operational needs.
What to expect: Initial consultation to understand your mission parameters, operational environment, and compliance requirements. We'll provide configuration recommendations, integration planning, and total ownership cost analysis.
Lead time: 10-14 weeks from contract signature to delivery, including platform configuration, integration, and pre-delivery testing.