Purpose-built for
offshore operations
A hybrid-electric eVTOL designed from the ground up for the demanding conditions of maritime logistics. Not a modified consumer drone.
What makes us different
Hybrid-Electric Powertrain
A small turbine engine (running on Jet-A) spins a generator that powers electric motors. This combines jet fuel's energy density (12,000 Wh/kg) with electric motor precision— unlike battery-only Chinese alternatives limited to ~125 mile range.
Lift & Cruise Configuration
Dedicated lift rotors for vertical takeoff/landing and separate cruise propulsion for efficient forward flight. Simpler and more robust than tilt-rotor designs. Optimized for the "middle weight" cargo segment.
Marinized Design
Engineered from the ground up for salt spray and humidity. IP67-rated electronics, titanium and composite construction, over-engineered thermal management for Gulf conditions that would destroy consumer drones.
Full Autonomy Stack
Differential GPS (RTK) for approach, visual sensors with fiducial markers for precision landing on moving platforms. Multi-link C2 architecture: LTE/5G near shore, satellite (Starlink/Iridium) offshore.
Why hybrid-electric is non-negotiable
To fly 400 miles carrying 500 lbs, a battery-powered drone would weigh as much as a Tesla Semi—too heavy for any helideck. The hybrid solution is the only path to covering the entire US Exclusive Economic Zone.
Energy Density
Jet fuel vs ~300 Wh/kg for batteries. Essential for 400+ mile range with 500 lb payload.
Fuel Availability
Available on every offshore helideck. No charging infrastructure required.
Redundancy
If turbine fails, battery buffer enables safe emergency landing.
Efficiency
Turbine runs at optimal efficiency. Electric motors provide precise flight control.
Built for the Gulf of Mexico
The GoM is a hostile environment for avionics. We're engineered for it.
All critical servos, motors, and battery housings sealed against salt spray and humidity.
Carbon fiber composites with galvanic corrosion prevention. Titanium/stainless fasteners.
Cooling systems rated for 35°C+ ambient with high humidity. No thermal throttling during hover.
Designed for helideck operations in areas where explosive gases may be present.
Built for US critical infrastructure
100% US-manufactured with no Chinese components in critical systems. Designed to meet the strictest government requirements from day one.
Regulatory pathway
FAA 44807 Exemption
Heavy-lift operations (55+ lbs) enabling initial commercial flights
Shelf Operations
Commercial routes within 50 miles for inspections and light cargo
Part 135 Certification
Full air carrier certification for expanded commercial operations
Deepwater & Defense
Ultra-deepwater routes (100-250 miles) and defense contracts
Want the technical deep dive?
We're happy to walk through the engineering details with serious partners.
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