Fotokite Sigma
Fotokite Sigma is an actively tethered drone system built for firefighters, law enforcement, and search and rescue teams. It provides immediate aerial situational awareness from elevated perspectives without requiring a pilot.
Key Features
- One-button operation: Launch, fly, and land with a single push of a button — no piloting skills needed.
- Advanced camera system: Radiometric thermal camera, wide-angle color camera, and zoom color camera (0.5x–16x hybrid zoom) on a three-axis gimbal.
- Persistent flight: Powered from the vehicle, enabling 24+ hours of continuous operation and up to 150 ft (45 m) altitude.
- Rugged and weather-resistant: IP55 rated and regularly deployed in rain, snow, and windy conditions.
- Regulatory advantages: Exempt from Part 107 and COA requirements in the USA.
- Live streaming: Stream color and thermal video to up to 50 remote viewers at 1080p via secure links.
- Integrations: API for custom workflows, plus seamless integration with Axon Evidence.com and Axon Respond.
Configurations
- Transport Case: Interchangeable between vehicles for flexible deployment.
- Rooftop Box: Flagship hands-free configuration designed for SUVs and heavy apparatus.
Fotokite Sigma is field-tested by public safety teams worldwide, including the Los Angeles Fire Department, NYPD, and Paris Fire Brigade.