Compliance pressure
Legacy fleets face new compliance pressure.
Older, custom-built, and mixed-brand drones often lack a trusted identity layer. As Remote ID rules expand, the compliance gap widens.
SkyTag
SkyTag: operator-controlled identity for drone fleets.
Lightweight retrofit hardware. Broadcasts Remote ID and brings operator-controlled identity to legacy and mixed-brand drones. SkyTag extends Aerial Grid's Aerial Intelligence platform to legacy and mixed-brand drones.
Built for operators
Built for operators.
Identity
Broadcasts Remote ID. Adds operator-controlled identity to legacy and mixed-brand drones. Tamper-resistant identity design.
Hardware
Retrofit module with internal GNSS. Universal retrofit mount.
Connectivity
Broadcasts Remote ID locally. Transmits telemetry over cellular where coverage exists. Connects retrofitted drones into SkyGrid and the Aerial Grid ecosystem.
The problem
The problem.
Cost
Replacing aircraft is costly.
Operators should not need to retire proven drones to stay operational in regulated airspace. Replacement carries capital cost, operational disruption, and re-certification overhead.
OEM dependency
OEM dependency limits operators.
Drones whose identity layer depends on manufacturer telemetry constrain operator choice. Mixed fleets become harder to standardise. Compliance posture shifts to the OEM rather than the operator.
SkyTag at a glance
SkyTag at a glance.
Remote ID broadcast
SkyTag broadcasts Remote ID information for the drone it is mounted on.
Operator-controlled identity
Identity logic sits under operator control rather than OEM telemetry. No manufacturer firmware integration required.
Internal GNSS
Onboard GNSS provides the position fix for the identity broadcast.
Universal retrofit mount
SkyTag mounts to legacy and mixed-brand drones without internal modification of the host aircraft.
Cellular telemetry
Transmits telemetry over cellular where coverage exists, extending visibility beyond local broadcast range.
SkyGrid ecosystem connection
SkyTag-equipped drones appear in SkyGrid as cooperative, identified aircraft within the Aerial Grid ecosystem.
Deployment scoping
Specific drone-platform compatibility and region-specific compliance posture are confirmed during deployment scoping.
From mount to integration
From mount to integration.
06 · PIPELINE
SKYTAG · RETROFIT
LIVE · NOMINAL
SKYTAG · RETROFIT
LIVE · NOMINAL
Mount
SkyTag mounts to the drone as a retrofit module. No internal modification of the host aircraft.
Identify
Internal GNSS and the operator-controlled identity module create the drone's digital identity.
Transmit
SkyTag broadcasts Remote ID locally. Where cellular coverage exists, SkyTag also transmits telemetry beyond local broadcast range.
Integrate
The drone appears in SkyGrid as a cooperative, identified aircraft within the Aerial Grid ecosystem.
LIVE · IDENTITY BROADCAST
SKYTAG · RETROFIT MODULE
Core capabilities
Core capabilities.
Remote ID broadcast
SkyTag broadcasts Remote ID information for the drone it is mounted on. Operates locally without dependence on the manufacturer telemetry stack.
Operator-controlled identity
SkyTag puts the identity layer under the operator's control rather than the OEM's. Identity logic does not require manufacturer firmware integration.
Retrofit deployment
SkyTag mounts as a retrofit module to legacy and mixed-brand drones. No internal modification of the host aircraft.
SkyGrid ecosystem
SkyTag-equipped drones appear in SkyGrid as cooperative, identified aircraft. Connects retrofitted fleets into Aerial Grid's unified operational airspace view.
Fleet visibility
Standardises identity across mixed and legacy drone fleets. Provides operators with a single identity layer regardless of OEM.
Hardware posture
Hardware posture.
Form factor
Lightweight retrofit module. Internal GNSS.
Identity
Remote ID broadcast. Operator-controlled identity. Tamper-resistant identity design.
Connectivity
Local Remote ID broadcast. Cellular telemetry where coverage exists.
Mount
Universal retrofit mount.
Performance and compatibility
Specific drone-platform compatibility and region-specific compliance posture are confirmed during deployment scoping.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
What does SkyTag do?
SkyTag is a retrofit hardware module that broadcasts Remote ID and adds operator-controlled identity to the drones it's mounted on. It connects retrofitted drones into SkyGrid and the Aerial Grid ecosystem.
Does SkyTag work with legacy drones?
Yes. SkyTag is built as a retrofit for older, custom-built, and mixed-brand drones that lack an integrated Remote ID layer. Specific drone-platform compatibility is confirmed during deployment scoping.
Does SkyTag broadcast Remote ID?
Yes. SkyTag broadcasts Remote ID locally. Region-specific compliance posture is confirmed during deployment scoping.
How does SkyTag connect to SkyGrid?
SkyTag-equipped drones appear in SkyGrid as cooperative, identified aircraft. Where cellular coverage exists, SkyTag also transmits telemetry, extending visibility beyond local Remote ID range.
What is included in SkyTag?
SkyTag includes Remote ID broadcast, operator-controlled identity, internal GNSS, universal retrofit mount, cellular telemetry where coverage exists, and connection into SkyGrid and the Aerial Grid ecosystem. Specific drone-platform compatibility and region-specific compliance posture are confirmed during deployment scoping.
Does SkyTag require replacing the drone?
No. SkyTag mounts as a retrofit module on the existing aircraft. No internal modification or firmware integration of the host drone is required.
How is compatibility and deployment scope determined?
Compatibility with specific drone platforms and region-specific compliance posture are determined through scoping conversations with Aerial Grid. Operational scale, fleet composition, and integration requirements shape the final configuration.
11 · DISCUSS SKYTAG
BOOK · DEMO
Get in touch
Discuss a SkyTag deployment.
Aerial Grid works with enterprise operators, drone service providers, public safety teams, and fleet managers on SkyTag deployments.