SwissDrones

About

SwissDrones is a Swiss aerospace company founded in 2013 and based in Zurich, with a manufacturing facility in Buchs (St. Gallen). The company specializes in developing, manufacturing, and operating long-range, heavy-lift unmanned helicopter systems (VTOL UAVs) designed for beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) missions. Their applications include aerial intelligence, surveillance, inspection, search and rescue, and environmental monitoring. The flagship product, the SDO 50 series, features a twin-rotor design and is capable of carrying payloads over 25 kg. It is deployable by a two-person team in just 15 minutes and offers precise hovering, extended range, and modularity for various sensors. SwissDrones provides end-to-end solutions, including unmanned aerial intelligence, BVLOS flight operations, and custom payload integrations. The company is recognized for its commitment to safety and efficiency, operating under civil aviation regulations and expanding its reach across Asia, Europe, and North America.