VERSATILE COMMUNICATIONS PLATFORM
RELAY brings the U.S. Army’s Variable Height Antenna (VHA) capability to your mission, extending range, resilience, and reliability for forward-deployed communication networks.
- Continuous Elevated Link – Maintain a 200 ft elevated node for radios, mesh networks, and data links, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity across dynamic operations
- Secure Communications – Provides hard-wired data transfer and extended line-of-sight for mission-critical communications.
- Network Connection Force Multiplier – Enables dispersed teams, ground vehicles, and unmanned assets to maintain a shared common operating picture through seamless, persistent data relay.
CUSTOMERS AND DEPLOYMENTS
- Defense and Security customers demand reliable communications – From tactical maneuver elements to public safety and homeland security operations, RELAY ensures persistent, high-bandwidth connectivity when traditional infrastructure is unavailable.
- Ideal for vehicle-mounted, maritime, and expeditionary missions – Extend radio and data link range for convoys, patrol craft, and mobile command centers.
- Optimized for joint and distributed operations – Designed for teams operating beyond line-of-sight, enabling full network integration and resilient communications at the tactical edge.
RELAY TURNKEY SOLUTION
- Complete VHA capability in a single package – Delivered ready-to-deploy with Hoverfly TeUAS, networking integration, and radio payload.
- Flexible interoperability – Supports leading tactical radios, mesh networks, and waveform technologies, including Silvus, TrellisWare, Persistent Systems, and others.
- Streamlined integration and support – Backed by Hoverfly’s HIVE ecosystem with comprehensive training, sustainment, and technical support for rapid deployment.
UNMATCHED BASE PLATFORM
- Powered by Hoverfly tethered drone technology – Proven endurance, ruggedized components, and secure tether architecture ensure consistent operation in any environment.
- Persistent endurance, zero downtime – Operates indefinitely without launch-and-recovery cycles, maintaining continuous communication links for hours, days, or weeks.
- Trusted by defense and security leaders – Built, tested, and fielded for critical missions requiring persistent communication and resilient network extension in dynamic, contested conditions.
Tier 3
- Sentry Core Series (CS) – Base Sentry TeUAS without OTM/GPS-denied capabilities
- PTZ2 Camera Gimbal
- Ruggedized Tablet
- Standard Training
- Standard 1 Year Warranty
Tier 2
- Sentry TeUAS
- NextVision Raptor Camera Gimbal
- Ruggedized Tablet
- Field Replaceable Unit (FRU)
- Standard Training
- Standard 1 Year Warranty
TIER 1
- Spectre TeUAS
- NextVision Raptor Camera Gimbal
- Athena AI Vision (SightLine Intelligence)
- Ruggedized Tablet
- Field Replaceable Unit (FRU)
- Standard Training
- 2 Year Warranty
NEXT-GENERATION COMMUNICATIONS & CONNECTIVITY
RELAY integrates a fusion of next-generation technologies into one mobile network extension platform. Built around Hoverfly TeUAS, RELAY delivers scalable, modular, and intelligent connectivity for dispersed forces, mobile units, and expeditionary teams operating beyond traditional infrastructure.
- Elevated communication node – Maintain a persistent 200 ft aerial vantage point to extend radio, mesh, and data networks across complex or obstructed environments.
- Secure, interference-resistant data handling – no RF emission for mission-critical communications in contested environments.
- Extended network reach – Provides forward-deployed teams with continuous connectivity and enhanced situational awareness through real-time data relay.
- Mission adaptability – Modular integration with leading radio systems and waveform technologies allows RELAY to scale with evolving mission profiles and operational requirements.
RELAY unites endurance, reliability, and mobility—delivering persistent communications and elevated network dominance for defense, security, and expeditionary operations in the most demanding environments.
WORLD CLASS SUPPORT
Hoverfly backs every system with the industry’s most dedicated support, ensuring our end users succeed in every mission.
- Expert training and onboarding – Intensive instruction for operators and maintainers to maximize performance from day one.
- Payload and mission integration – Hands-on assistance to configure sensors and mission packages to operational needs.
- Sustainment and field support – Responsive product support teams ready to troubleshoot, repair, and keep systems mission-ready.
- Continuous innovation – Engineers who refine and evolve Hoverfly solutions in direct alignment with customer feedback and emerging mission demands.
- Hoverfly customers gain more than a system—they gain a long-term partner dedicated to delivering leading tethered drones, trusted expertise, and reliable support at every step.
HIVE Tethered Drone Ecosystem
Hoverfly’s HIVE ecosystem empowers operators with modular, mission-ready ISR and communication capabilities across diverse operational environments. From persistent overwatch to mobile command and live event security, each HIVE solution is designed for rapid deployment, seamless integration, and unmatched performance—delivering scalable solutions for today’s most critical missions.
RECON
Persistent ISR
Maintain a constant elevated vantage point with leading sensors and AI-vision to ensure uninterrupted overwatch and situational awareness across critical mission zones.
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SPEARHEAD
On-The-Move
Mountable to vehicles or vessels, SPEARHEAD enables live ISR during movement for real-time intelligence and secure overwatch in mobile environments.
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RELAY
Variable Height Antenna (VHA)
Extend tactical communications to 200 feet, creating a persistent, elevated comms bubble that keeps command agile and securely connected.
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SHIELD
Live Overwatch Drone
Deliver continuous live-streaming for security and event monitoring with seamless integration into SIEM and existing surveillance infrastructure.
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NEXUS
Unmanned Teaming
Interconnect unmanned systems to multiply ISR and strike capabilities while expanding command range up to 10x via elevated network extension.
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WHO WE ARE
Hoverfly Technologies is the leader in tether-powered aerial drone systems. Over time, we have evolved from creating flight controllers to designing and providing industry-leading tethered drones for defense, communication, and security solutions.
About UsIn the Field
Our tethered drones are fielded by branches of the Armed Forces and industry partners to provide a mobile ad-hoc network of flying communications or ISR nodes.
Made in the USA
Our drones are proudly designed, built, and supported in the U.S.A. Committed to quality, reliability, and ingenuity, we harness American expertise to deliver cutting-edge tethered-drone solutions tailored to the unique needs of our customers.
THE HIVE ADVANTAGE
Experience the HIVE Advantage and revolutionize your aerial operations with unparalleled precision, adaptability, and reliability:
Precision Landing
Our proprietary and patented landing capabilities ensure pinpoint accuracy, even in challenging environments. Launch and recover without optical sensors for seamless deployment and retrieval.
Open Architecture
With an open API, HIVE offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing for seamless integration of third-party payloads, sensors, and software solutions tailored to your specific mission requirements.
Field-Proven Reliability
Trusted by military and civilian users worldwide, Hoverfly systems have undergone rigorous testing and real-world deployments, delivering consistent performance in the most demanding conditions. Our tethered drones are Blue sUAS fielded and maintained by our forces flying Silvus, Trellisware, MPU5, Ultra, PRC-163, and PRC-161 radios.
Autonomous Operations
Leverage our intelligent autonomous flight control to streamline your operations. Our simple and intuitive control interface reduces workload and maximizes efficiency.
Rapid Deployment
Designed for rapid deployment and minimal setup time, HIVE empowers operators to quickly launch and execute missions, providing immediate aerial reconnaissance and communications capabilities whenever and wherever needed.
Scalable Solutions
From small-scale tactical reconnaissance to large-scale communications and monitoring missions, HIVE offers scalable solutions tailored to your organization’s size, scope, and operational needs.
Continuous Innovation
Committed to staying ahead of the technological curve, Hoverfly invests in ongoing research and development, ensuring our customers benefit from the latest advancements in tethered technology and capabilities.
Experience the HIVE Advantage and elevate your aerial operations to new heights. Join the ranks of satisfied customers who rely on Hoverfly for unmatched performance, versatility, and mission success.
By elevating tactical radios and data links up to 200 feet, RELAY creates a persistent Variable Height Antenna (VHA) that extends line-of-sight, strengthens signal integrity, and maintains reliable communications across obstructed or contested terrain.
RELAY seamlessly integrates with Silvus, TrellisWare, Persistent Systems, Doodle Labs, and other IP-based radios—providing a plug-and-play extension for mesh, MANET, and data networks.
Made In the USA
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