Hoverfly Technologies
Your Variable Height Antenna (VHA) Solution of Choice for Defence & Security
LiveSky SENTRY VHA
Single Payload sUAS
Our all-weather SENTRY is designed to meet IP54 and MIL-STD-810 standards. It operates in extreme conditions and is a force multiplier for mission critical situations. Fielded and maintained by our forces flying either our ISR Camera gible are increasing perimeter security or TrellisWare TSM Radio payload are able to increase their tactical range and mobility.
LiveSky SPECTER VHA
Dual Payload sUAS
The SPECTRE is a robust tether-powered multirotor sUAS built for radios. It is currently used for ISR and Communications Relay as a persistent, multi-day, aerial platform. The SPECTRE is deployable in minutes and can be mounted on vehicles or vessels, on the ground, and on buildings.
CAPABILITIES & INTEGRATIONS
Precision Landing
Launch and recover without optical sensors for precise landing in all-weather environments.
Open Architecture
Open API, range of sensors, radios, and payloads available for seamless platform integration
Field Proven
Blue sUAS fielded and maintained by our forces flying Silvus, Trellisware, MPU5, PRC-163, and PRC-161 radios.
GPS Denied Ops
Our proprietary technology provides unmatched precision flight in areas where GPS signals are not optimal.
Built for radios
Qualified payloads include Silvus, Trellisware, Persistent Systems, L3 Harris, Viasat, goTenna, multiple sensors, cameras, and others.
Power Over Tether
Unlike battery-powered drones, our tethered drones have unmatched power and unlimited flight time for hours, days, and weeks.
Tactical Repositioning
Transporting portable drones is efficient and convenient with quick setup for maximum flexibility in stationary or mobile missions.
SEAMLESS SDK INTEGRATION
Hoverfly’s Software Development Kit (SDK) allows Hoverfly and its sensors to be controlled over various networks or the internet for multiple fused sources in a Common Operating Picture (COP). It also enables seamless integration with existing security and video management systems with libraries for .NET, C++, and more coming soon. Our SDK provides three levels of access to the Hoverfly system: full control, payload-only control, and telemetry monitoring.
Intelligent Automatic Tether System
The tether maintains .8lb of tension with automatic reel system to sustain position of the aircraft relative to the ground station.
Fail-Safe Redundancy
Hoverfly drones have fully redundant fail-safe architecture to preserve the system in the event of power interruption or communication loss.
Network Capable
Work seamlessly with existing networks using our open architecture. Our system allows UAVs to be networked with other devices and comprehensively presented to a single source or multiple sources around the globe.
SPECIFICATIONS
Spectre
Payloads
5lb+ – ISR & tactical network payloads: EO/IR gimbal, tactical radios, laser designators, etc.
Flight Duration
Continuous 1500-hour maintenance
Operating Altitude
60/meters/200 feet, 100 meters/ 330feet*
Environmental
Weather resistant (MIL-STD-810*)
Wind Tolerance
Landing – 15mph, operational -25mph
Aircraft Weight
7 lbs. (no payload) and B\base 60 lbs.
Control
Ruggedized tablet, PC, ATAK, RaptorX, SDK
Launch Recovery
Quick attachment no-tool landing ring
Power
90-240VAC, 2000 Watts
Transport
2 cases total weight 175 lbs. / 79 kgs
Setup Time
<10 minutes from case to altitude
Maintenance
Field replacement with a spares kit
Sentry
Weight
5 lbs. (2.3kg) without payload
Payload Capacity
1.8lbs
Dimensions
20” x 20” x 10.6” (50 cm x 50 cm x 27 cm)
Construction
Composite and carbon
Maximum Altitude
200 ft (60m) tether
Communication
Secure data/video over tether
Power
Supplied by tether with backup battery
Environmental
IP54*, MIL-STD-810G*
Temperature
.20C to +55C