The Long-Range VTOL Drone Network
Airborne in seconds, on site within minutes
Airborne in seconds, on site within minutes
Flown by
Avy launches from its dock in seconds and gains data in minutes; whilst you pilot from anywhere you want.
The only long range drone
The only long range drone with a docking station
with a docking station
Coverage and remote capabilities
Aera
Aera is a robust VTOL drone. It takes off and lands vertically like a helicopter before transitioning to the efficient flight of a plane by leveraging its wings.
Dock
Payload
Software
Aera
Aera is a robust VTOL drone. It takes off and lands vertically like a helicopter before transitioning to the efficient flight of a plane by leveraging its wings.
Dock
Payload
Software
Use cases
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The Port of Rotterdam
In 2021, Avy started their collaboration with the Port of Rotterdam. The goal? To support the Port Authority’s aim to make the port safer, smarter and faster with long-range drones.
Dominik Kondziela
Marketing & Communications Lead
Remote monitoring
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The Port of Rotterdam
In 2021, Avy started their collaboration with the Port of Rotterdam. The goal? To support the Port Authority’s aim to make the port safer, smarter and faster with long-range drones.
Dominik Kondziela
Marketing & Communications Lead
Emergency response
Intelligent surveillance
Intelligent surveillance
Intelligent surveillance
Not an operator? We'll fly it for you.
Not every operation starts with buying a drone network. Avy operates its own aircraft on behalf of clients across Europe — so you get the capability without the infrastructure. When you're ready to own and operate yourself, we're ready for that too.
Not an operator? We'll fly it for you.
Not every operation starts with buying a drone network. Avy operates its own aircraft on behalf of clients across Europe — so you get the capability without the infrastructure. When you're ready to own and operate yourself, we're ready for that too.
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Here are a few of the frequently asked questions
Who is Avy?
Avy is a European drone manufacturer based in Amsterdam. We design and build long-range VTOL drones and autonomous docking stations, and operate them for clients across Europe. Our systems are used for police, security, emergency response and infrastructure work.
What is the Avy drone network?
A complete system that works as one: drone, docking station, software and control centre. The drone launches automatically, flies its mission and returns to its dock to recharge, with no one needed on site. It gives always-on aerial coverage, ready to deploy in seconds.
What does the Avy dock do?
The Avy dock is a weatherproof station that launches, lands and recharges Aera with no one on site. She launches in 30 seconds and lands precisely using RTK positioning. The dock heats, cools and dehumidifies itself, so Aera stays ready between flights from minus 15 to 50 degrees.
Where are Avy drones and docking stations built?
Aera is designed, built and flight tested in Amsterdam. The Avy dock is built in the Netherlands. Keeping development in-house means we control the full system, from hardware to software.
Does Avy work with police and security services?
Yes. Avy works with the Dutch police and with police operators in several European countries, as well as fire services and the Royal Dutch Navy. The system is used for first response, surveillance and wide-area security.
What is a VTOL drone?
A VTOL drone takes off and lands vertically like a helicopter, then flies on its wings like a plane. That combination means it needs no runway but can fly far longer and further than a multicopter.
What makes Avy different from a regular drone?
Most drones need a pilot standing nearby. Avy is built to operate remotely, beyond visual line of sight, in real weather and over long distances. It is closer to an unmanned aircraft system than a consumer drone.
How far and how fast can Aera fly?
Aera has a flight range of up to 150 km on a single charge, at a cruise speed of 83 km/h, with a flight time of +100 minutes.
Can Aera fly in bad weather?
Yes. Aera flies in rain, cold and heat, and in wind up to 30 knots including gusts. It is built for operational conditions, not just ideal ones.
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