Skybeam Heavy Lift Quad

Skybeam Heavy Lift Quad

$12,300.00
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Description

SkyBeam

SkyBeam is a U.S.-built, NDAA-compliant heavy-lift quadrotor designed for operators who need meaningful payload capacity, long endurance, and flexible integration in a practical, field-ready platform.Built around a modular carbon fiber airframe, SkyBeam supports real mission payloads for defense, public safety, inspection, emergency response, ISR, payload delivery, and commercial operations. With 60+ minutes of endurance and payload capacity up to 14 lbs, it gives teams the flight time and lift capability needed for demanding missions.SkyBeam is designed around open architecture compatibility and a modular payload rail system, making it easier to integrate sensors, radios, onboard compute, delivery systems, and other mission-specific payloads as requirements evolve.The result is a capable heavy-lift UAS that is adaptable, repairable, and built to scale — without the cost or complexity typically associated with heavy-lift aircraft.
 
Key Features
 
• U.S.-built and NDAA-compliant
• 60+ minutes of endurance
• Payload capacity up to 14 lbs
• Modular carbon fiber airframe
• Swappable payload rail architecture
• PX4-based flight controls
• MAVLink-compatible integration
• Configurable communications, compute, and payload options
• Designed for field repairability and flexible mission integration

Payload & Camera Options

SkyBeam can be configured with a range of payload and camera options for ISR, inspection, mapping, monitoring, research, and mission-specific applications. Payload compatibility, mounting, power, and integration requirements may vary based on the selected aircraft configuration.

If no camera or payload is selected, SkyBeam will ship without an integrated camera payload.

Survey Camera

A lightweight survey camera option for aerial mapping, inspection, and image collection missions.

Includes:

• High-resolution image capture
• Autopilot-compatible triggering
• In-flight geotagging support
• Suitable for mapping, inspection, and documentation workflows

Final mounting and integration requirements may vary based on payload configuration.

FLIR Vue Pro Thermal Camera

A lightweight thermal imaging option for inspection, monitoring, search, and heat detection applications.

Includes:

• Thermal imaging camera
• Autopilot-triggered image capture
• In-flight geotagging support
• Suitable for inspection, emergency response, and situational awareness missions

Gimbaled installation may be available by request. Contact Applied Aeronautics to confirm compatibility and integration requirements.

EO/IR Gimbaled Camera with Tracking

SkyBeam can be configured with a lightweight EO/IR gimbaled payload for customers requiring stabilized day/night imaging.

This option is well suited for professional ISR, observation, public safety, inspection, and mission monitoring applications.

Includes:

• Stabilized EO/IR imaging
• Day/night observation capability
• Integrated tracking capability
• Payload integration into the SkyBeam platform when selected

Final payload selection, mounting, power, and control integration will depend on customer mission requirements.

Long-Range Video Package

The long-range video package adds a live video feed from the aircraft to the ground station using high-powered transmit/receive equipment and high-gain antennas.

Includes:

• Live video feed from aircraft to ground station
• High-powered video transmit/receive equipment
• High-gain antennas
• Designed for extended-range monitoring and mission visibility

Range varies based on RF environment, terrain, antenna setup, operating conditions, and final aircraft configuration.

Edge Compute Package

For customers requiring onboard processing, AI/ML workflows, computer vision, autonomy development, or payload-side data processing, SkyBeam can be configured with an optional edge compute package.

This option supports missions where real-time analytics, autonomy, or reduced reliance on downlink bandwidth are important.

May support:

• Real-time image processing
• Object detection
• Computer vision workflows
• AI/ML model deployment
• Sensor fusion
• Autonomy development
• Payload-side analytics
• Data processing in communications-limited environments

Integration details, power requirements, mounting configuration, thermal management, and software stack will vary based on selected payload, camera, communications package, and mission requirements.

Long-Range Command & Control Link

SkyBeam can be configured with a long-range command-and-control link for customers requiring extended operational range and resilient aircraft communications.

Includes:

• Long-range command-and-control capability
• Encrypted C2 options available
• Suitable for defense, public safety, inspection, and range operations
• Configurable communications architecture based on mission requirements

Range varies based on RF environment, terrain, antenna setup, operating conditions, and mission profile.

Rugged Ground Control Station

Missions can be planned and executed from compatible ground control software. Applied Aeronautics also offers a rugged ground control station for customers requiring an integrated field-ready system.

Includes:

• Ruggedized field-ready setup
• Mission planning and aircraft control interface
• Payload control options available depending on camera configuration
• Designed for professional field operations and demanding mission environments

Final ground station configuration may vary based on selected aircraft, communications, video, and payload options.

Battery Charger

A compatible battery charger is available for SkyBeam flight batteries.

Includes:

• Charger configured for SkyBeam battery system
• Supports operational battery management
• Recommended for customers purchasing flight batteries with the aircraft

Charging requirements and setup may vary based on battery configuration.

First-Year Support Basic

First-Year Support Basic is designed for customers who want onboarding assistance and access to technical support after delivery.

Includes:

• 1 hour of onboarding
• Preflight checklist
• Email-based technical support
• Maiden flight log analysis

First-Year Support Pro

First-Year Support Pro is designed for customers who want a more guided support package for operational setup, early flights, and field use.

Includes:

• 1 hour of onboarding
• Preflight checklist
• Standard Operating Procedures template
• Technical support by email or phone
• Maiden flight log analysis

Extended support packages may be available. Contact Applied Aeronautics for details and pricing.

Remote Training

Remote training is available for customers who want guided instruction on SkyBeam operation, maintenance, and mission planning.

Training may cover:

• Aircraft operation
• Maintenance overview
• Mission planning
• Preflight procedures
• Post-flight procedures
• Best practices
• Use of Applied Aeronautics manuals, checklists, and supporting documentation

Training should be scheduled in advance and may vary based on aircraft configuration and mission requirements.

Carrying Case

A carrying case option is available for customers who need a more field-ready transport and storage solution for SkyBeam and selected accessories.

Includes:

• Protective transport case
• Storage support for aircraft components and accessories
• Designed for field operations, shipping, and organized deployment

Final case configuration may vary based on aircraft, payload, battery, and ground station selections.