Performance & Specifications

Performance defined by mission reliability.

Airboxer Supports

Built for demanding operational contexts

The Airboxer is designed for deployment scenarios where endurance, predictability and environmental robustness matter most.

Maritime domain awareness and coastal ISR
Arctic, desert and extreme-weather operations
Shipborne launch and recovery
Border surveillance and tactical reconnaissance
Rapid deployment from confined environments
Key Performance Metrics

Core specifications in a structured operational context

Label
Value
Maximum take-off weight
34.2 kg
Powerplant configuration
80cc, 2-stroke, air-cooled, dual injection, FADEC
Fuel quantity
8.86 l, optional ERFs 11.86 l
Onboard generator
Alternator 28V 700W
Maximum flight time, standard
> 4 hours
Maximum flight time, Extended Range Fueltanks
> 5 hours
Maximum flight range
> 200 NM / 360 km
Speed for maximum endurance (loiter)
40 kts IAS
Speed for maximum range
45 kts IAS
Maximum flight speed
75 kts IAS
Operating Temperature
-10°C to +45°C
Ingress Protection (IP)
IP-56 enclosure, IP-67 avionics
Max Operational Wind
25 kts (up to 40 kts including gusts)
Humidity
95% Non-condensing
EMC (MIL-STD-810F)
200 V/m @ 1 MHz - 18 GHz
Maximum Payload Capacity
7.0 kg across multiple payload bays
Payload at Full Fuel
3.0 kg
Payload Power Supply
300W / 24VDC continuous
Communication Interface
IP Ethernet (IEEE 802.3)
Data Rate (Max Range)
> 4 Mbps (suffices for Full HD video)
Integrated Payload Types
EO/IR, VIDAR, MAD, LIDAR, acoustic sensors, CBRN sensors
Radio Type
2x2 MIMO Radio (Low-SWaP, low-cost)
Transmission Power
Up to 10W (20W effective with TX Eigen Beamforming)
Standard Frequency (S-Band)
2200–2500 MHz
Optional Frequency (C-Band)
4400–4940 MHz
BVLOS Control (4G LTE)
200+ km with 4G coverage
Encryption (Standard)
DES standard
Encryption (Optional)
AES (up to 256-bit, FIPS 140-3 Level 2)
SATCOM
Available capability
Maritime Capability

Designed for operations at sea

The Airboxer is built for maritime deployment, with predictable flight characteristics in dynamic sea conditions and mission-specific configuration for coast guard, naval and offshore operations.

  • VTOL deck launch and recovery
  • Operation from moving vessels
  • Corrosion-resistant materials and protective coatings
  • Stabilized ISR performance in maritime wind conditions
  • Navigation robustness in GNSS-challenged environments
  • Modular mission configuration for coast guard, naval and offshore tasking
Environmental Range

Engineered with cold-climate deployment in mind

The platform architecture supports operations in demanding northern environments, with mission-specific configuration and validation aligned to deployment requirements.

  • Propulsion architecture designed for low-temperature operability
  • Temperature-managed avionics environment
  • Energy management strategy for reduced battery efficiency in cold conditions
  • Structural configuration suited for sustained wind exposure
  • Configurable environmental protection options aligned to mission profile
Endurance Philosophy

Endurance achieved through design discipline

This architecture enables persistent surveillance with a lower logistical footprint compared to heavier tactical systems or pure rotary platforms.

  • Aerodynamically efficient
  • Intelligent power management
  • Mission-based endurance profiles
  • Configurable fuel and energy management profiles
Payload & Integration

Built around a modular system architecture

The Airboxer supports mission-specific sensor and communication configurations within an aviation-grade framework, while maintaining configuration control, airworthiness and system integrity.

Interchangeable payload interfaces
Multi-sensor configurations within certified envelope
Modular communication systems, short-range, long-range and SATCOM-ready where applicable
Available electrical power for advanced sensors
Defined mechanical and electrical integration standards
Structured integration process under controlled documentation
Operational Footprint

Capability without unnecessary logistical burden

Operational efficiency extends beyond the aircraft itself. The Airboxer is designed for situations that require scalable deployment, structured maintenance and clear documentation without excessive logistical complexity.

  • Compact deployment configuration
  • Scalable communication configurations
  • Configurable support and maintenance packages
  • Rapid setup and recovery procedures
  • Scalable ground control station architecture
  • Structured maintenance program
Reliability & Standards

Performance measured in controlled, repeatable mission delivery

The Airboxer operates within a mature regulatory and safety framework, where redundancy, safety management and aviation-standard documentation are embedded in the system architecture.

  • LUC SAIL II operational authorization
  • Structured safety management system
  • Aviation-standard documentation
  • Maintenance procedures aligned with established aviation practices
  • Redundancy and risk mitigation embedded in system architecture