Critical infrastructure
SkyRadar surfaces unauthorised drone activity over sensitive sites, supporting operational continuity. Used by energy, transport, water, and industrial operators with perimeter visibility requirements.
SkyRadar
SkyRadar: the trusted edge of airspace awareness.
Distributed multi-sensor detection hardware for low-altitude airspace. Detects cooperative and non-cooperative drone activity at the edge. SkyRadar is part of Aerial Grid's Aerial Intelligence platform for low-altitude airspace.
01 · BUILT FOR THE EDGE
Built for the edge
Built for the edge.
Hardware
Multi-sensor detection hardware for edge-based airspace awareness. Combines Remote ID decoding, RF / SDR sensing, and radar data input.
Operation
Operates passively without jamming.
Integration
Exposes detection data through MQTT, REST, and webhooks.
Origin
Swiss engineered. Made in India.
Who SkyRadar is built for
Who SkyRadar is built for.
Public safety agencies
SkyRadar supports situational awareness in urban areas during events, incidents, and routine operations. Detection data feeds existing operations platforms.
Regulators
For regulators verifying that what is flying matches what was authorised. SkyRadar surfaces compliance gaps through structured detection data and audit-ready records.
System integrators
SkyRadar provides a sensor node with open APIs. Integrates with SkyGrid, ATM systems, and third-party UTM providers, fitting into existing airspace, operations, and control-room platforms.
The problem
The problem.
Blind spots
Remote ID alone leaves blind spots.
Basic Remote ID receivers see only drones that broadcast their identity. Drones that are not broadcasting Remote ID remain invisible to receiver-only systems.
Vendor lock-in
Closed systems limit integration.
Many sensors bind detection data to a single proprietary console. Operations teams that need to combine sensor outputs with their existing platforms struggle to do so without custom engineering.
Fragmentation
Cities and infrastructure operators need a unified view.
Without a common detection layer, sensor outputs from different vendors do not align with operations platforms, control centres, or compliance workflows.
SkyRadar vs Remote-ID-only
How SkyRadar compares to a Remote ID-only baseline.
| Capability | Remote ID only | SkyRadar |
|---|---|---|
| Drones broadcasting Remote ID | Detected | Detected |
| Drones not broadcasting Remote ID | Not detected | Detects via RF / SDR |
| Detection scope | Receiver-only | Combines Remote ID with RF / SDR and radar input |
| Cross-source correlation | Not supported | Correlates cooperative and non-cooperative inputs at the edge |
| Data flow | Often vendor-locked | Exposes data through open APIs |
| Integration interfaces | Proprietary | MQTT, REST, webhooks |
This matrix compares SkyRadar against a Remote ID-only baseline. Detection performance depends on environment, sensor placement, and the local RF landscape. Coverage is scoped per deployment.
From signal to decision
From signal to decision.
06 · PIPELINE
SKYRADAR · EDGE
LIVE · NOMINAL
SKYRADAR · EDGE
LIVE · NOMINAL
Detect
Listens for Remote ID broadcasts. Scans the radio-frequency spectrum. Accepts radar data input.
Correlate
Combines cooperative and non-cooperative inputs at the sensor node. Performs correlation locally rather than at a central server.
Send
Exposes structured detection data through MQTT, REST, and webhooks.
LIVE · EDGE PROCESSING
SKYRADAR · SENSOR NODE
07 · CAPABILITIES
Core capabilities
Core capabilities.
07.01
Cooperative and non-cooperative detection.
Combines Remote ID decoding, radio-frequency sensing, and radar input. Correlates broadcasting and non-broadcasting drone activity at the edge.
07.02
Edge-based airspace awareness.
Detection and correlation happen on the sensor node. Operates independently of central infrastructure and integrates with operational systems through standard interfaces.
07.03
Open integration.
Open APIs (MQTT, REST, webhooks) make detection data available to system integrators, control centres, and operations platforms.
08 · SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications and posture
Specifications and posture.
Detection inputs
Remote ID decoding. RF / SDR sensing. Radar data input.
Operating mode
Operates passively without jamming.
Performance
Detection performance depends on environment, sensor placement, and the local RF landscape. Specific performance values are validated during deployment planning. Coverage is scoped per deployment.
Integration
MQTT, REST, and webhooks.
Engineering
Swiss engineered. Made in India.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
What does SkyRadar detect?
SkyRadar combines Remote ID decoding, radio-frequency sensing, and radar data input. It detects cooperative drones (broadcasting Remote ID) and drones that are not broadcasting Remote ID. Detection scope and performance depend on environment, sensor placement, and the local RF landscape.
How is SkyRadar different from a Remote ID receiver?
A Remote ID receiver sees only drones that broadcast their identity. SkyRadar combines Remote ID decoding with RF / SDR sensing and radar input, providing visibility into a wider range of drone activity.
Does SkyRadar jam or interfere with drone signals?
No. SkyRadar operates passively without jamming. It observes airspace activity without active RF interference.
How does SkyRadar connect with SkyGrid?
SkyRadar feeds detection data into SkyGrid through Aerial Grid's open APIs (MQTT, REST, webhooks). Once integrated, sensor outputs appear in SkyGrid's unified operational airspace view alongside other inputs.
What environments is SkyRadar used in?
Typical SkyRadar deployments cover critical infrastructure perimeters, public safety operations, urban airspace corridors, and airport or vertiport environments. Site-specific suitability and detection performance are determined during deployment scoping.
Does SkyRadar detect drones that are not broadcasting Remote ID?
Yes. SkyRadar detects drones that are not broadcasting Remote ID using radio-frequency sensing and sensor fusion. Detection performance depends on environment, sensor placement, and the local RF landscape; coverage is scoped per deployment.
How is the deployment scope determined?
Deployment scope is determined through scoping conversations with Aerial Grid. Site assessment, environmental conditions, integration requirements, and operational scale shape the final configuration.
11 · DISCUSS SKYRADAR
BOOK · DEMO
Get in touch
Discuss a SkyRadar deployment.
Aerial Grid works with cities, regulators, infrastructure operators, and system integrators on SkyRadar deployments.