The maximum endurance time for AVIAN is 90 minutes; cruising speed is around 15-21 m/s (30-40kt); it can sustain wind speed around 12.5m/s (25kt); effective altitude is 2000m (6000ft).

It takes only 1~2 person to operate the whole system of AVIAN. For insuring the safety of the AVIAN, just follow the procedures of the On-screen pre-launch check list for inspection; the mission planning system is already integrated within the check list; once all system inspections are passed and “check”, the AVIAN is ready to be launch. After launched by either bungee cord or launcher rack, the AVIAN will hover around the home point for self checking the radio communication again then flying out for executing the pre-programmed mission autonomously. After the mission is accomplished, the AVIAN will return HOME automatically, and perform either automatic parachuting recovery or manual parachuting recovery with Autopilot assistance.

Theoretically speaking, AVIAN can take off or land on any surface besides the wet surface that might submerge the AVIAN. Choosing a spacious zone for setting up the ground station, taking off, or landing is highly recommended while the operator is not as familiar with the system. Or, we have three level training courses offer to our clients, please ask service99@uaver.com for detail.

Head wind for taking off is highly recommended, this will advantaging in saving battery power and in building effective altitude quickly. Side wind take off is possible if the operator is well trained and well experienced. Tail wind might cause take off failure and aircraft body damage.

Basically, the AVIAN can land on any surface while the parachute descending speed has been calculated and an impact force absorbing feature has been integrated, the impact force of landing should take no effects to the main structures. However, a soft ground surface such as dirt, sand, or grass will be suggested as the priority choice while considering a perfect aircraft body surface maintenance.

AVAIN is capable to execute mission under light to moderate rain intensity condition. However, the operator should consider in all factors, such as mission type, the necessity, the security of the system and person, the result of photography or videography before launch the AVIAN into the air.

The procedure will be varied according to the sub-categories of AVIAN. For example, if the AVIAN-S or AVIAN-R model is adopted, the mission can be programmed wither before or after take-off. Re-program is allow and possible for these two models. For AVIAN-P model, the mission has to be pre-programmed before take-off.

2GHz Dual Core CPU, Ram Memory 2GB and up
Individual graphic card with RAM 512MB and up
RJ45 Ethernet Jack
OS: Microsoft Windows XP or WINDOWS 7
Additional Software required: Google Earth (or at clients’ special request)

While planning a mission, an internet connection will be needed for updating the map and terrain information, and updating information is not necessary on the site of work.  While executing mission, the AVIAN does not need any internet connection.

As a miniature UAV with the longest endurance time 90 minutes, our team has designed several operating modes for operator to plan a mission freely and to execute mission with less restricts.
The AVIAN flies at the speed 1 Km/min approximately.  Taking account of the safest operating condition, deducting the battery power consumptions during take-off and landing (app. 30min.), the operator still can get approximate 60 Km effective distance to plan freely.
In the effective range of radio communication, the operator can give comments to achieve ground-to-air real time control to the AVIAN.  If the mission had to take place in the distance beyond the effective communication range, the AVIAN can still execute mission by switching to “SILENCE MODE”.
The effective operating ranges under the ideal condition are as follow,
Avian-P is 5Km radius.
Avian-S or Avian-R are 10~15Km.

AVIAN is made by a new patent of glass/carbon composite material which is held by our company.  The advantage of this new material compare to the others is the repairability.  Under slight damage condition, a duct tape or glue is useful for simple repair.  If the main structures such as wings or main frame were also damaged, the parts have to be returned to us for repair.  All the on-board payloads, avionics, and electronics are well protected by the composite material; unless the aircraft had been submerged into water, the said components will not be damaged by reasonable collision or vibration.

We offer three levels, Beginner, Advanced, and Expert training course. Each level will take 30 hours to complete the course. The expert lever will cover courses such as night mission, complex terrains, and takeoff/landing in narrow or restricted areas.

Yes, if the operator is well trained and experienced. However, please contact your local authorities for regulations or restrictions; ask for permit if so required.

Since the latest battery technology is already adopted and utilized for the on-board systems AVIAN, so it is not possible to prolong the endurance time and distance at this moment. We will have the chance only while the battery technology has any major improvement for producing larger capacity but lighter in weight in the near future.

It only takes few minutes for changing batteries. Avionics and Propulsion are utilizing Li-Po batteries, while Ground Control Station is utilizing Li-Fe battery; all battery will take 3~4 hours to be fully recharged. A simple battery charger will come with your package.

This situation usually caused by radio communication interference, blocking by objects, or the UAV position is already out of the communication range. If the said situations are met, AVIAN will proceed with self inspection for few seconds then proceed with “HOME” mode automatically for returning HOME point immediately. However, if the operator intentional let the AVIAN executing mission and flying beyond the communication range in modes such as NAVIGATION, AERIAL PHOTO, or SILENCE, then the AVIAN will continue its mission until mission accomplished then turning HOME.

If the voltage has dropped and exceeded the system default, parachute will be deployed automatically for securing the AVIAN.  For avoiding this situation, please solid perform the pre-launch inspection.  While executing a mission, check constantly for the voltage meters on the left down corner of the real time OSD.

AVIAN will deploy parachute automatically for self protection under the following conditions,

1. While AVIAN is already at the altitude that is lower than the default and safe air-to-ground level, and the AVIAN is keep on descending. 2. While the AVIAN is in any operating mode other than “SILENCE MODE”, and the distance between AVIAN and GCS is farther and farther.

AVIAN will return and head for HOME location immediately, then automatically deploying the parachute for recovery.