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Whether you are looking for a reliable sUAS to get your custom payload airborne or need an out-of-the-box solution ready for your specific mission, Ascent’s SPIRIT and SPARTAN coaxial UAS deliver unmatched payload flexibility, performance reliability, and proven all-weather performance in a compact, aircraft-grade platform. Select your mission from the list below to discover the Ascent UAS, sensor, and accessory combinations commonly used by others.
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Precision aerial insights for crop scouting, monitoring and mapping to increase efficiency, improve safety, and maximize yield.
Rapid airborne intelligence and real-time search to locate, identify and assess threats or missing persons.
High-resolution aerial data capture for accurate terrain models, site analysis, and progress tracking.
Fast, on-scene situational awareness to help assess hazards and coordinate safer, faster action.
Persistent overwatch and real-time detection of movement anomalies and threats across large, remote areas.
Automated inspection of power lines, pipelines, towers and critical infrastructure.
Start with one of our proven, NDAA-compliant platforms and build your own custom-configured UAS.
Mid-size, Blue UAS-cleared modular UAS with a maximum takeoff weight of 13.5 lbs (6.1kg).
Large, NDAA-compliant modular UAS with a maximum takeoff weight of 30lb (13.6kg)
Your Ascent UAS build experience will put the multi-mission flexibility of our proven SPIRIT and SPARTAN platforms at your fingertips. Mix-and-match your chosen airframe with high-performance sensors and radios, battery count and chemistry, and rugged, reliable Ground Control Systems (GCS) to create the perfect UAS for your range of missions. Brief descriptions of each available accessory is below.
A Blue UAS cleared, 790g EO/IR gimbal with 240x optical zoom, 8x thermal zoom, AI tracking and 2400m laser rangefinder.
An ultra-light, 165g Blue UAS cleared EO/IR gimbal that offers a 40x optical zoom and a 640×480 thermal sensor.
A midrange, 380g Blue UAS cleared EO/IR gimbal with 40x optical zoom, a 1280×720 thermal sensor, target detection and tracking.
A premium, 625g Blue UAS cleared long-range EO/IR gimbal with 80x optical zoom, 8x thermal zoom and target recognition.
A Blue UAS cleared 810g high-resolution camera with 61MP full frame sensor, 4K zoom and swappable lenses.
An NDAA-compliant 363g high-resolution 5-band multispectral and panchromatic (RGB) sensor.
Battery Count |
Description |
| 1 Battery | Lightweight configuration for shorter, agile missions. |
| 2 Batteries | Dual-Battery setup for increased flight time and endurance. |
Battery Count |
Description |
| 1 x 15 Amp | High-speed, dynamic performance for agile flight. |
| 2 x 15 Amp | Dual batteries for extended endurance with high responsiveness. |
| 1 x 17.5 Amp | Balanced endurance with quick, responsive controls. |
| 2 x 17.5 Amp | Long-duration stability for demanding missions. |
| 1 x 20 Amp | High-capacity battery for long, pre-programmed flights. |
| 2 x 20 Amp | Maximum endurance and efficiency for extended operations. |
NDAA- and Blue UAS compliant, military-grade mesh radio delivering high-bandwidth, long-range connectivity in complex environments.
An all-in-one system combining RC control, HD video, and telemetry for simplified drone operations with the Cube, Ardupilot or PX4.
A compact, SWaP-optimized radio providing high-speed data and video transmission across modern and legacy tactical networks.
A JTRS-approved, SCA-compliant tactical radio offering secure multiband networking for mission-critical unmanned operations.
Budget-friendly, NDAA- and Blue UAS-compliant radios delivering reliable, long-range communication for telemetry-heavy integrations.
A rugged, NDAA- and Blue UAS-compliant Android GCS with screen mirroring, long battery life, and secure connectivity for government UAV operations.
A lightweight, all-in-0ne Android GCS combining RC control, telemetry, and HD video in a cost-effective solution.
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