top of page

Containment & Recovery

Locate residual hotspots, verify containment progress, and reduce the risk of re-ignition.

PROVEN IN THE FIELD BY

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

Testimonials

"Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles."

John Doe

"Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles."

John Doe

"Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles."

John Doe

EYES IN THE SKY. CONFIDENCE ON THE GROUND.

Real-time drone intelligence helps crews detect lingering hotspots, monitor containment lines, and complete wildfire mop-up operations faster and safer.

SOVEREIGNTY & CYBERSECURITY

Canadian Sovereignty

  • Proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in Canada

  • NDAA compliant (self-declared)

  • Canadian-owned intellectual property

  • Controlled Goods Program certified

  • Transport Canada 922.04 compliant

Cybersecurity

  • End-to-end AES-256 encrypted command, control, and video links

  • Anti-intercept RF links with low-detectability design

  • Anti-jamming navigation with dual RTK GNSS heading

  • Closed-loop architecture with zero backdoor vulnerabilities

Proprietary Technology

SKYMATE™ Flight Controller

  • Fully proprietary hardware and firmware for maximum reliability, control, and resilience

SKYCONTROL™ Software Platform

  • In-house ground control software enabling secure, modular, and mission-adaptable operations

Operational Foundations

AraDefenseSecurityPage_Ara405_04.webp

Secure Communications

Secure communication between aircraft and ground control systems protects mission-critical data during operations.

Sovereign Data Control

Built on an in-house software stack, our systems provide secure operational control without dependence on foreign infrastructure.

Canadian Controlled Goods Certified

NDAA compliant, built on Canadian-owned IP, and engineered for the most demanding environments. Designed for sovereignty in an era of digital conflict.

OPERATIONAL FOUNDATIONS

AAP_1765.jpg
Interopability

More than a decade of expertise designing, manufacturing, and supporting in Canada for secure procurement and long-term operational independence.

soldier-using-laptop-in-grassy-forest-environment-2026-03-09-03-22-35-utc.webp
Defense-Ready Performance

Built to meet the demands of military, public safety, and security operations with rugged hardware and dependable field performance.

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

modularity.png
Mission-Modular Architecture

Adapt payloads, sensors, and configurations to the mission — ISR, mapping, perimeter security, or tactical deployment.

AraDefenseSecurityPage_Ara409_02.webp
Trusted Deployment Partner

Responsive Canadian support, secure integration, and rapid deployment for teams that cannot afford downtime.

Persistent Overwatch

Continuous aerial monitoring that delivers real-time visibility of evolving wildfire conditions and operational areas.

Live Monitoring • EO/IR Imagery • Situational Awareness

2.gif

Hotspot Identification

Locate residual heat sources and concealed hotspots to support containment efforts and prevent re-ignition.

Thermal Analysis • Heat Mapping • Mop-Up Support

eoir.gif
Fire Perimeter Mapping

Generate accurate fire boundaries and progression data to support planning, resource allocation, and incident management.

Fire Mapping • Perimeter Tracking • Operational Planning

RTK.gif

Damage Assessment

Rapidly evaluate impacted areas and collect actionable data to support recovery, reporting, and future mitigation efforts.

Post-Fire Analysis • Impact Assessment • Recovery Planning

Wildfire-video-3.gif

CAPABILITIES

AERIAL SOLUTIONS DESIGNED
FOR WILDFIRE OPERATIONS

img-2.png

Containment & Recovery

Live visual and thermal imagery monitoring capabilities

Fire perimeter and hotspot identification mapping

Day and night operational capability readiness

Enhanced visibility in remote environments and terrain

img-1.png

Scalable Wildfire Operations

Large-area coverage with minimal personnel

Rapid deployment and mission flexibility across operations

Integration with existing emergency workflows

Data collection for post-incident assessment

Built for Field Operations

All-Season Reliability

Engineered to perform in challenging environmental conditions when operational continuity matters most.

Beyond Visual Line of Sight

Extend operational reach across vast and remote landscapes with long-range mission capability.

Easy Collaboration

Work directly with Canadian engineers, trainers, and support specialists throughout deployment and operations.

Rapid Field Deployment

Move from transport to mission-ready in minutes, enabling teams to respond when and where needed.

CAPABILITIES

Disaster Relief & Humanitarian Aid

Deployable UAV systems support rapid damage assessment and provide critical insights during natural disasters. They assist with emergency coordination, infrastructure evaluation, and response efforts in areas with limited access.

Mission Safety and Situational Awareness

Persistent aerial visibility enhances personnel safety by identifying threats early. UAVs assist with route clearance, hazard detection, and real-time intelligence, helping reduce risk during operations.

Strike

Designed to support a wide range of direct-action missions, these systems are built on a modular and agile framework proven in advanced simulations. They provide a scalable foundation for evolving operational requirements.

Persistent Overwatch

Continuous aerial monitoring that delivers real-time visibility of evolving wildfire conditions and operational areas.

Live Monitoring • EO/IR Imagery • Situational Awareness

2.gif
Damage Assessment

Rapidly evaluate impacted areas and collect actionable data to support recovery, reporting, and future mitigation efforts.

Post-Fire Analysis • Impact Assessment • Recovery Planning

Wildfire-video-3.gif
Fire Perimeter Mapping

Generate accurate fire boundaries and progression data to support planning, resource allocation, and incident management.

Fire Mapping • Perimeter Tracking • Operational Planning

RTK.gif

Arctic Operations

Engineered for reliable performance in extreme cold-weather environments, including northern, remote, and low-visibility operations.

Cold Weather • Remote Operations • Ruggedized Systems

Arctic.gif
Hotspot Identification

Locate residual heat sources and concealed hotspots to support containment efforts and prevent re-ignition.

Thermal Analysis • Heat Mapping • Mop-Up Support

eoir.gif
Cargo Drop

Rapid aerial delivery of critical supplies, communications equipment, and mission payloads in contested or hard-to-access environments.

Payload Delivery • Rapid Deployment • Remote Access

25a714c8-3ae9-4ed1-89e3-1c48e7c94af5-2026-05-21.jpg

SKYCONTROL™ COMMAND PLATFORM

A unified wildfire intelligence platform delivering early detection, operational awareness, coordinated response, and data-driven decision support.

Adaptive Geofencing

Dynamic mission boundary control for operational security

Adaptive Terrain Navigation

Automated terrain-aware routing that continuously adapts flight paths to surrounding elevation profiles, enabling safer and more efficient low-altitude operations.

Terrain-Aware Navigation • Automated Flight Planning • Mission Control

image (2).png
Geospatial Tagging & Data Management

Instant geospatial tagging and streamlined data management with precise coordinate capture and flexible export capabilities.

Geospatial Tagging • Instant Coordinate Capture • Exportable Mission Data

image.png
Advanced Thermal Intelligence

Advanced thermal intelligence with dynamic temperature tracking, customizable color palettes, and enhanced filtering tools for rapid detection and analysis.

Thermal Intelligence • Real-Time Temperature Tracking • Advanced Visual Analytics

Screenshot 2026-06-15 125919.png
Precision Stabilization & Range Measurement

High-performance image stabilization and real-time distance measurement deliver enhanced target tracking, environmental awareness, and operational precision.

Precision Camera Stabilization • Integrated Distance Measurement • Environmental Awareness

Our numbers

TRAINING & TECHNICAL SUSTAINMENT

Canadian-based engineering, training, and technical support designed to keep wildfire operations running when and where they matter most.

1780510994695.jpg

Operator Training & Certification

CanadaPhotoFlag.png

Canadian-Based Technical Support

manufacturing 2.png

Field On-Site & Remote Assistance

Our numbers

Proven Operational Performance

Trusted UAV systems supporting wildfire operations across Canada and beyond.

100

50+ employees and growing (25 → 50 from 2025 to 2026)

50+

50+ employees and growing (25 → 50 from 2025 to 2026).

10+ years

Delivering UAV systems and mission support since 2014 across commercial, wildfire and defence sectors.

100+

Total operations done across commercial, wildfire and defence sectors.

LATEST ANNOUNCEMENTS

ArticleLaPresse.webp

LA PRESSE

LA PRESSE

"Drones with 100% Canadian interests"

"The Montreal-based SME ARA Robotique has been designing and producing drones since the early 2020s..."

AraControlsLandingDrone.avif

LINKEDIN

LA PRESSE

ARA Robotics has been selected to advance to...

"Our project Canadian Skyforge: Building Canada’s Low-Cost Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) Ecosystem was selected for..."

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

Heading 3

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

News01.png

LINKEDIN

LA PRESSE

ARA Robotics and Laflamme Aéro Receive Nearly $8.8M...

"ARA Robotics, a Canadian company specializing in the manufacture of drones and advanced robotic aerial solutions, is developing remotely piloted..."

AraXUAVS.avif

LINKEDIN

LA PRESSE

Canadian UAVs and ARA Robotics Sign MOU to...

"Canadian UAVs and ARA Robotics Sign MOU to Advance BVLOS Operations in Northern Mining and Military Applications..."

408-forest-fire.png

Contact us

Discuss your operational requirements with our team and discover how our drone services can support your wildfire mop-up operations.

Inquiry purpose
bottom of page