S.O.D.A. 3D
An enhanced SODA sensor variant that includes 3D data capture capabilities for terrain and structure analysis.
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GOVERNMENT TACTICAL MAPPING
eBee TAC
Command the sky with confidence.
From surveillance missions to tactical mapping, eBee TAC is a Blue UAS-approved, cyber-secure UAV that can be operated by one person, deployed in 3 minutes and perform with precision in disconnected environments.
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Features
Your mission-ready UAV.
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Why the eBee TAC
Regulatory Advantages
eBee TAC is a fully operational and approved solution used by armed forces worldwide.
Blue UAS certified
This designation makes the eBee TAC eligible for procurement by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies and recognizes the drone as compliant with security and performance standards required by the DoD.
BVLOS approved
eBee drones have been granted Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations permission in Brazil.
Flights Over People
Approved to run Operations Over People (OOP) in Canada and in the United States.
SORA process
eBee drones are the first to receive M2 Mitigation Design Verification for SORA process from the European Aviation Agency (EASA), essential for advanced operations.
NDAA compliant
With a connectable solution that has been proven cyber-secure, eBee TAC is National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) compliant, an essential requirement to prevent malicious hacking. No eBee TAC drone components, hardware or software are from any blacklisted companies or countries.
Safety as a Priority
eBee TAC meets the highest possible quality and ground risk safety standards and has demonstrated operational safety around people.
Successful impact tests to demonstrate operational safety around people.
Free from hard-front plastic parts and rear-facing motor.
Flight planning software integrates fail-safe protocols and live air traffic.
Live air traffic awareness with Ping USB accessory.
Easy to use Tactical Drone
With advanced features, the eBee TAC has all the functionality you need to collect and manage geospatial data and act with precision.
Operated by one person
Easy to train, use and carry in a hard transport case with STANAG certification.
3 minute deployment
Standalone and PPK deployment, 3 minutes. With RTK, 10 minutes.
Fly up to 90 minutes per flight
Efficiently map up to 500 ha / 1,235 ac while flying at 120 m / 400 ft.
Large area coverage
With a flight range of 55 km / 34 mi, eBee TAC can cover large and inaccessible areas.
Easy maintenance
Maintained without requiring external support.
Proven Reliability
eBee TAC is designed and built for the tactical mapping demands of defense applications to improve mission effectiveness in a variety of terrains. The hardware, software, cybersecurity and reliability of the product have been assessed by the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit (DIU).
90,490+ Flight hours
173,600+ Cumulated flights
1/1,750 hours – Fly away probability
12 years Industry experience
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Tactical Mapping Partnership
Kitted solution created in collaboration with Hexagon US Federal and Tough Stump Technologies.
This Aerial Reconnaissance Tactical Mapping and Imagery System kit available for the U.S. includes the eBee TAC drone, Google Earth Enterprise Platform (GEEP) and can be integrated with situational awareness tools such as ATAK.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Ground Sampling Distance (GSD) at 122 m (400 ft)
2.5 cm / 1 in per pixel with Aeria X
Absolute horizontal/vertical accuracy (w/GCPs)
Down to 3 cm / 1.2 in
Absolute horizontal/vertical accuracy (no GCPs)
1 - 5 m / 3 - 16 ft
Lowest Ground Sampling Distance
1 cm / 0.4 in per pixel with Aeria X
Absolute X, Y, Z accuracy (RTK/PPK activated)
1.5 cm / 0.6 in
Wingspan
116 cm / 45.7 in
Weight (incl. camera & battery)
1.3 kg - 1.6 kg / 2.2 - 3.5 lbs, depending on camera and battery
Electric motor
Low-noise, brushless
Radio link range
3 km nominal (up to 8 km) / 1.9 mi (up to 5 mi)
Detachable wings
Yes
Cameras (supplied)
None
Cameras (optional)
S.O.D.A. 3D, Aeria X, Duet T
GNSS grade
Survey
Backpack (included with eBee X, eBee Geo, eBee Ag)
N/A
Military standard case (included with eBee TAC)
75x48x33 cm / 30x19x13 in
Flight planning & control software (supplied)
eMotion
Automatic 3D flight planning
Included in eMotion
3D environment
Yes
Photogrammetry software (optional)
PIX4Dmapper/PIX4Dmatic/PIX4Dcloud/PIX4Dreact/PIX4Dfields/PIX4Dsurvey, Agisoft Metashape, DroneDeploy, Bentley ContextCapture, SimActive, Esri ArcGIS Drone2Map and Trimble Business Center
Vegetation index calculation (w/optional photogrammetry software)
Yes
CAD / GIS (optional)
AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Trimble Business Center, Leica Geo Office, VAGNET Office Tools, ArcGIS, MicroStation and more
Secure extension
Yes
Endurance extension available
Yes, included
Cruise speed
11-30 m/s (40-110 km/h or 25-68 mph)
Wind resistance
Up to 12.8 m/s (46 km/h or 28.6 mph)
Maximum flight time
Up to 90 minutes, depending on camera and battery
Endurance extension available (fly more than 60 minutes)
Yes, included
Nominal coverage at 120 m (400 ft)
N/A
Maximum coverage at 120 m (single flight)
500 ha / ~1,250 ac, with S.O.D.A. 3D
Max. flight range
55 km / ~34 mi
Post-processed kinematic (PPK)
Yes
Real-Time Kinematic / Virtual Base Station
Yes
Real-Time Kinematic / Base Station Unknown point
Yes
Real-Time Kinematic / Base Station Known point
Yes
Ground control points (GCPs)
Not required
Oblique imagery
Yes, with S.O.D.A. 3D
Hand launch
Yes
Landing
Automatic linear landing (5 m / 16.4 ft accuracy in 20° angle cone)
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Compatible With Most Processing Software
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Drone Cameras Available for eBee TAC
Aeria X
A high-performance sensor (likely multispectral or specialized) expanding EagleNXT’s aerial data capabilities.
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Support
Product Support
We are recognized throughout the industry for excellence in customer service. Our drone solutions include lifetime hardware, payload and eMotion support, plus free software and firmware updates. Should you require support for your mission or when coming back from the field, our global support network and R&D team stand by to help.
Training Programs
Available online and in-person, our eBee TAC training addresses defense, search & rescue, security and emergency response needs. With a military background, our training team has performed real missions worldwide. In addition, we offer customized training focused on different field missions at our headquarters in the U.S. and Europe.
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