Portable tethered and Free-Flight UAS

EZ Lite+ Hybrid

The EZ Lite+ brings the endurance of a tethered aerostat and the agility of a free-flight drone into one compact solution. Its 100 m tether enables continuous day-and-night operations, ideal for surveillance, inspection and security missions. When untethered, the platform achieves up to 60 minutes of flight and supports heavy payloads up to 4 kg — offering unmatched versatility in its class.

 

EZ Site Tethered system

Equipped with a 100m data-over-power (DOP) enhanced tether, the system guarantees reliable and secure data transmission. Its ability to hover precisely, even in GPS-denied areas, adds flexibility for diverse applications. The rugged, MIL-STD-810 G-certified docking station also features an automated roof mechanism for easy deployment.

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Site tethered-UAS

This military-grade solution is highly customizable and tailored to meet the specific needs of ISTAR, security, mapping, or inspection operations. Its autonomous capabilities allow it to perform missions with minimal human intervention, providing exceptional value in defense and commercial sectors.

Unlimited / 60 minutes Flight time
DoP / 20km Radio
25 knots Wind resistance
Autonomous / manual Control

Onsite Long-Term Monitoring

With field-proven unmanned technology, the EZ Lite+ is designed for stationary operations, making it ideal for perimeter security and continuous onsite monitoring. Its robust design ensures it can seamlessly integrate into existing security infrastructure, adapting to evolving client requirements for long-term surveillance and protection.

Altitude

Persistent eye in the sky

Providing on-site surveillance without requiring constant human oversight, the system serves as a persistent “eye in the sky” with unlimited flight time and fully autonomous operation.

Connectivity Network in the sky
Reliability Robust Design
Control Fully Autonomous Operation
Payload Options EO/IR cameras

Continuous and unlimited network in the sky

Enable uninterrupted communications from above with a tethered platform that provides constant power, data, and mission uptime. The Lite+ is ideal for perimeter security, enhancing connectivity and situational awareness. With the possibility to take the next steps to convert into a Free flight UAS, to have every benefit.

Reliability found in a robust design

The EZ Lite+ system features a rugged and MIL-STD-810G certified design, ensuring optimal performance in harsh environments. Built with military-grade materials, it withstands extreme weather conditions and impacts, guaranteeing dependable operation for critical missions. Its durable construction ensures longevity and reliability.

Rapid Autonomous Deployability

Designed for fast field deployment, the EZ Lite+ requires no landing pad and is operational as a tethered system within moments. Users benefit from true 24/7 persistent flight thanks to its integrated 100 m tether system. With a simple battery swap, it becomes a powerful free-flight drone with long endurance and exceptional payload capacity.

Clear vision

The EZ Lite+ Tethered system supports various EO/IR camera payloads, offering thermal imaging and zoom capabilities. These versatile payloads provide exceptional thermal performance and can feature 40x or 80x zoom, ensuring optimal surveillance and target detection across diverse operational scenarios.

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Technical Specifications

The tethered UAV features a durable carbon composite construction and motor redundancy for enhanced reliability.

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Maximum take-off weight 13 kilograms
Tether length 100 meters
Dimensions UAV 61 x 41 x 25 cm
Dimensions Lite Tether Station 61 x 41 x 25 cm
Flight time Unlimited / 60 minutes
Data transmission Data-over-Power / Microhard / LTE 5G
Precipitation IP54
Operational temperature -20 to +50 °C

EZ Lite+ Payload Options

DragonEye 3X
X80
Starling
Nighthawk UZ
Raptor
Falcon

DragonEye 3X

The DragonEye X3 is a dual EO-LWIR stabilized camera with an uncooled thermal sensor and optical zoom, paired with a 40x EO and 4x digital IR zoom. Designed for compact, long-range applications, it delivers clear images day and night, even at extended distances. The lightweight system provides steady performance in various environments, making it highly versatile for various demanding missions.

Optional: Quick swap mount

  • IR zoom: x4 digital
  • EO zoom: x20 + x2 (x40 continuous)
  • LWIR: uncooled 8-14 μm
  • IR resolution: 640 x 480
  • IR H.FOV: 32°
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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X80

The X80 is a long-range electro-optical (EO) stabilized camera payload named for its impressive combination of optical and digital zoom capabilities. The X80 delivers excellent performance with a clear image resolution, making it ideal for various observation tasks. An optional quick swap mount adds to its adaptability, enabling rapid deployment across different missions.

Optional: Quick swap mount

  • EO H.FOV: 60°
  • EO resolution: 1280 x 720
  • EO zoom: x40 + x2 digital (x80 continuous)
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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Starling

The Starling is a dual EO-IR 3-axes stabilized camera with a weight of just 180 grams. The Starling delivers unparalleled performance in a compact system. It is designed for low weight platforms that have a limited energy capacity, resulting in extended mission time with optimized day & night vision.

Optional: Quick swap mount

  • IR zoom: x4 digital
  • EO zoom: x20 + x2 (x40 continuous)
  • LWIR: uncooled 8-14 μm
  • IR resolution: 640 x 480
  • IR H.FOV: 18°
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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Nighthawk UZ

The NightHawk-UZ is a dual EO-IR stabilized camera turret designed for long-range observation applications that require very low weight. Embodying cutting-edge technological innovations, the NightHawk-UZ provides unmatched capabilities for various missions. Its efficient design ensures excellent performance while maintaining a lightweight profile, making it ideal for platforms with limited payload capacities. An optional 5mW 850nm laser illuminator enhances its versatility, improving performance.

Optional: 5mW 850nm Laser illuminator

  • IR zoom: x4 digital
  • EO zoom: x20 + x2 (x40 continuous)
  • LWIR: uncooled 8-14 μm
  • IR resolution: 1280 x 720
  • IR H.FOV: 25°
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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Raptor

The Raptor is a dual EO-LWIR stabilized camera with an uncooled thermal sensor and optical zoom, paired with a powerful 22x IR zoom and 80x EO zoom. Designed for long-range applications, it delivers clear images day and night, even at extreme distances. The system is stabilized mechanically and electronically across all three axes, ensuring steady performance in any environment. An optional 200mW 850nm laser illuminator further enhances its versatility, making it ideal for various demanding missions.

Optional: 200mW 850nm Laser illuminator

  • IR zoom: x8 digital
  • EO zoom: x40 + x2 digital (x80 continuous)
  • LWIR: uncooled 8-14 μm
  • IR resolution: 1280 x 720
  • IR H.FOV: 17.5°
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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Falcon

The Falcon is a dual EO-LWIR stabilized camera with an uncooled thermal sensor and optical zoom, paired with a powerful 4x IR zoom and 80x EO zoom. Designed for long-range applications, it delivers clear images day and night, even at extreme distances. The system is stabilized mechanically and electronically across all three axes, ensuring steady performance in any environment. An optional 200mW 850nm laser illuminator further enhances its versatility, making it ideal for various demanding missions.

Optional: 200mW 850nm Laser illuminator

  • IR zoom: x4 digital
  • EO zoom: x40 + x2 digital (x80 continuous)
  • LWIR: uncooled 8-14 μm
  • IR resolution: 1280 x 720
  • IR H.FOV: 25°
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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EZ Ground Control Station

The EZ Ground Control Station (GCS) is a rugged, all-weather handheld unit designed for defense applications, ensuring NDAA compliance. Powered by an industrial-grade tablet with a 2.4GHz Octa-core Qualcomm processor, it delivers reliable performance in extreme conditions. The GCS features a secure data link with AES256 encryption and FIPS 140-2 compatibility for secure communications. Its adjustable RF link with Low-Density Parity Check (LDPC) further enhances communication reliability.

EZ systems

EZ UAS EZ-Mobile-Tethered
EZ UAS EZ Mobile Free-Flight
EZ UAS EZ-Lite-Tethered
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EZ-Mobile-Tethered

The EZ Mobile Tethered is a compact and MIL-STD-810 G-certified autonomous Drone-In-The-Box system for seamless integration with vehicles and vessels. It delivers real-time situational awareness, serves as an essential "eye in the sky" for military operations, and allows for quick, efficient deployment from host platforms.

  • Tether length: 100 meter
  • Radio: Data over Power (DoP)
  • Flight Time: Unlimited
  • Wind Tolerance: 13 m/s
  • Weight (MTOW): 5.8 kilograms
  • Payload Capacity: 1 kilograms
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EZ Mobile Free-Flight

The EZ Site Free Flight is a portable, autonomous aerial monitoring system that adapts to diverse operational needs. It automatically deploys in response to security triggers and recharges between missions. UAVs can take off and land at different EZ Site docking stations, enabling long-range monitoring and continuous operation.

  • Flight Time: 45 minutes
  • Radio Range: 15-25 km | 10 kilometers
  • Wind Tolerance: 13 m/s
  • Weight (MTOW): 8.3 kilograms
  • Payload Capacity: 2.3 kilograms
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EZ-Lite-Tethered

The EZ Lite Tethered is the most portable and compact version of the EZ systems, delivering high-performance capabilities in a mobile design. Weighing just 18.5 kg, the rucksack-sized tether system offers rapid adaptability and exceptional mobility. The advanced tether ensures secure data transmission through Data-over-Power (DOP) technology.

  • Tether length: 100 meter
  • Radio: Data over Power (DoP)
  • Flight Time: Unlimited
  • Wind Tolerance: 13 m/s
  • Weight (MTOW): 5.8 kilograms
  • Payload Capacity: 1 kilograms
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