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ARA409

Training Drones for Tactical Readiness.

Canadian Made Logo
NDAA Compliant Logo
Canadian Made Logo
NDAA Compliant Logo

Advanced FPV Training Platform for Mission and Swarm Operations

At ARA Robotics, we proudly design, engineer, and manufacture our drones in Canada, ensuring reliability, performance, and security at every step.

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30mins
Max Flight Time

45km/h
Wind Resistance

3.9kg
Weight with battery

-30°C to 40°C
Operating Temperature

40mins
Max Flight Time

45km/h
Wind Resistance

2.6kg
Max Weight

-40°C to 50°C
Operating Temperature

IP54
IP Rating

2.4GHz
Frequency

8m/s
Ascent Speed

4m/s
Descent Speed

18m/s
Cruising Speed

RTK
PPK & Dual RTK Support

2.4GHz
Transmission Perimeter

6m/s
Ascent Speed

3m/s
Descent Speed

20m/s
Cruising Speed

RTK
PPK & Dual RTK Support

ARA408

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​ON-DEMAND AERIAL SURVEYS

ODAS®

ARA408

Up to 20G Resistant | Aerospace-Grade Connectors
 

<1.5 cm Accuracy with RTK Base Station

Up to 8 Hours of Continuous Flight Logging

Operating temperature -40°C to 50 °C

Optimized for Full Flight Automation & Multiple Modes

Flexible Fail-Safe Actions – Configurable In-Flight

Adaptive Geofencing Without Restrictive Boundaries

ARA Robotics' autopilot SKYMATE™ commercial flight controller

SKYMATE™ - Commercial Grade

Flight Controller

SKYMATE™ is an easy-to-use, commercial-grade flight controller, proven worldwide across a wide range of missions and environments. Purpose-built for operational efficiency, its factory-calibration ensures unprecedented navigation robustness with no need for on-site calibration. Equipped with dual RTK GNSS heading for superior resistance to interference and redundant GNSS/IMU systems for enhanced safety, SKYMATE™ delivers reliable performance in the most demanding conditions.

Built for transparency and reliability SKYMATE™ gives operators the confidence and control essential for mission-critical operations—where safety, data integrity, and continuity define success.

SKYMATE™

Advanced Control - Precise Navigation - Proven Reliability

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Canadian Made Logo

ARA Robotics Proprietary Hardware and Firmware

Up to 20G Resistant | Aerospace-Grade Connectors
 

<1.5 cm Accuracy with RTK Base Station

Up to 8 Hours of Continuous Flight Logging

Operating temperature -40°C to 50 °C

Optimized for Full Automation & Multiple Flight Modes

Flexible Fail-Safe Actions – Configurable In-Flight

Adaptive Geofencing Without Restrictive Boundaries

Defense – Public Security – Counter-UAS Training

The ARA409 is a compact, all-in-one multirotor system purpose-built for repeatable, realistic counter-UAS training and testing. Enabling different scenarios to validate operation environments.  Delivered as a single-box solution, including the drone, handheld GCS, batteries, charger, and spares, it requires no external power, tripods, or antennas, enabling rapid deployment in any environment. The handheld GCS features reconfigurable 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz data links, joystick-based flight via line-of-sight or onboard FPV with real-time overlays, and automated takeoff and landing for streamlined operations. Designed and manufactured in Canada, the ARA409 supports scalable, mission-ready training aligned with modern defense and public security requirements.
 
 sUAS Threat Simulation for Counter-UAS Training
Pre-Programmed Missions and Swarm Control Scenarios
Electronic Warfare Training: Jamming, Spoofing, Takeover, and Tracking
Multi-Drone Operations from a Single Ground Control Station
ARA Robotics' autopilot SKYMATE™ commercial flight controller

SKYMATE™

Advanced Control - Precise Navigation - Proven Reliability

NDAA Compliant logo
Canadian Made Logo

SKYMATE™ is an easy-to-use, commercial-grade flight controller, proven worldwide across a wide range of missions and environments. Purpose-built for operational efficiency, its factory-calibration ensures unprecedented navigation robustness with no need for on-site calibration. Equipped with dual RTK GNSS heading for superior resistance to interference and redundant GNSS/IMU systems for enhanced safety, SKYMATE™ delivers reliable performance in the most demanding conditions.

Built for transparency and reliability SKYMATE™ gives operators the confidence and control essential for mission-critical operations—where safety, data integrity, and continuity define success.

Using advanced image processing techniques, the AiM filters unwanted data and displays only what truly matters, to make faster, more informed decisions. Whether it’s highlighting pixels within a defined temperature range, detecting and tracking objects of interest, or overlaying mission-relevant information directly onto the live video feed, the AiM transforms raw data into actionable intelligence.

Coordinated Multi-Drone Control for Repeatable Counter-UAS Training Scenarios

Realistic Threat Simulation for Counter-UAS Training

Enables operators to train against authentic sUAS behaviors, including autonomous flight, swarm coordination, and contested RF environments. The ARA409 supports repeatable, scenario-based exercises that mirror real-world threats without external infrastructure.

Realistic Threat Simulation for Counter UAS Training

A visible imaging camera combined with the AiM allows operators to detect, track, and quickly locate missing individuals during search-and rescue operations. Onboard infrared (IR) imaging further extends capabilities to environmental surveying, enabling responders to detect and localize hotpots during wildfire operations.

Real Time First-Person View (FPV) Video Feed

Using its integrated flight control, telemetry, and real-time video feedback, the ARA409 presents operators with only the most relevant mission data to support faster, more informed decision-making. From live FPV video and telemetry overlays to GNSS status, link health, and mission state awareness, the system delivers clear, actionable insight during training and testing scenarios. By consolidating flight data, control inputs, and mission context into a single operational view, the ARA409 transforms complex training environments into effective, repeatable learning experiences.

Coordinated Multi-Drone Control for Repeatable Counter-UAS Training Scenarios

Supports swarm operations and single GCS multi-drone management, enabling teams to train against complex threat profiles and coordinated aerial behaviors encountered in modern conflict zones, with repeatable, pre programmed missions purpose built for training.

With its flexible software architecture, the AiM seamlessly integrates with a wide range of payloads to support diverse mission profiles. It is fully compatible with EO/IR camera payloads for intelligence, surveillance, and wildfire monitoring, while also supporting high-resolution cameras for photogrammetry, 3D mapping, and critical infrastructure inspections.

Real Time First Person View (FPV) Video Feed

SCHEDULE

DEPLOY

CONNECT

VISUALIZE

ANALYZE

SURFACE OPERATIONS REPORT OFFERED ON A DAILY, WEEKLY AND MONTHLY BASIS

​Surface operations report offered on a daily, weekly and monthly basis

SURFACE OPERATIONS REPORT OFFERED ON A DAILY, WEEKLY AND MONTHLY BASIS

Surface operations report offered on a daily, weekly and monthly basis

Gremsy VIO Camera
Security - S&R - Wildfires
Gremsy VIO F1
Sony ILX-LR1 Camera
Inspection - Survey - Monitoring
Sony ILX-LR1
Lenovo Legion Go Controller
All-in-one Controller
Doodle Labs Radio
Portable Long Range Radio
ARA408 Case
Ruggedized Transport Case

ACCESSORIES

Plug-and-Play Accessories for Effortless Operations

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OEM Radio

The Microhard pMDDL5824 Digital Data Link is a compact, high-performance OEM radio designed for reliable data communications in demanding environments. Using 2×2 MIMO technology with software-selectable 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz operation, it delivers robust, high-throughput wireless links for video, telemetry, and control data. With support for multiple network topologies, flexible I/O interfaces, and AES encryption, the pMDDL5824 ensures secure, low-latency connectivity in a lightweight form factor built for integration into mission-critical systems.
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All-in-one Controller

The Lenovo Legion Go Handheld Controller is a user-friendly touch-screen device, built for efficiency. Designed for field operations, it provides up to 2 hours of continuous use on a single charge, ensuring reliable performance without interruption. With its intuitive interface and SkyControl™ GCS compatibility, the controller delivers seamless mission control in a compact, portable form factor.
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Ruggedized Transport Case

The NANUK 963 Protective Case is a rugged, professional-grade transport solution built to protect critical equipment in demanding environments. Featuring an impact-resistant NK-7 resin shell, an IP67-rated waterproof and dustproof seal, and an automatic pressure relief valve, it ensures reliable protection against shock and environmental exposure. Heavy-duty PowerClaw latches, stainless-steel hardware, and customizable foam provide secure, versatile transport for sensitive gear.

Ground Control
Station software

Smart Control. Easy to Use

Lenovo Legion Go Controller showing SKYCONTROL™ platform

Fly - Monitor - Configure

Mobile View

Rugged laptop showing SKYCONTROL™ platform

Operate - Plan - Monitor - Configure - Extract

Desktop View

SKYCONTROL™ serves as the central hub for real-time monitoring, mission planning and configuration of your ARA RPAS. It provides key systems visualization, seamless integration on external networks and radios and ensures situation awareness via FPV and camera feed visualization. SKYCONTROL™ allows a single operator to manage multiples efficiently with automated safety protocols, while remaining user-friendly for rapid deployment in diverse mission contexts. Additionally, SKYCONTROL™ is deployable in two versions, one for PC and one for touch-screen handheld controllers.

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