Fotokite Sigma
One-button tethered overwatch, 24+ hr continuous on vehicle power, 150 ft ceiling; flies GPS-independent via tether-based positioning; deployed by LAFD/FDNY. Strong fireground and incident-command fit rather than DFR...
| Class | tethered |
|---|---|
| Takeoff weight | 1300.0 g |
| Sensors | rgb, thermal |
| Payload options | wide + zoom EO, radiometric thermal, vehicle-integrated launch box |
| Specs checked | verified against the maker's page |
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