- Skyfish pilots will give Clients an overview of various hardware components, how they interact with each other and maintenance procedures.
- Skyfish pilots will assist Clients with flight evaluations and individual flight instruction in a real-world working environment.
- Client will demonstrate advanced user understanding of workflows and be able to take this knowledge back to his or her organization with the express purpose of being able to train other FAA 107 pilots locally.
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About Skyfish
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About Skyfish
We've developed a deep drone platform technology stack and we design and manufacture our own onboard computer, remote controller, carbon composite airframes, battery charging system, ground station, flight planning and navigation software, and 3D modeling, mapping, and data analytics software. We support industry standard sensors, cameras, RTK kits, and radios. And we have unique data processing, mapping and 3D modeling capabilities. We're experts in the UAV industry and have the ingenuity and engineering talent to bring your commercial drone requirements to life.
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We've developed a deep drone platform technology stack and we design and manufacture our own onboard computer, remote controller, carbon composite airframes, battery charging system, ground station, flight planning and navigation software, and 3D modelling, mapping, and data analytics software. We support industry standard sensors, cameras, RTK kits, and radios. And we have unique data processing, mapping and 3D modelling capabilities. We're experts in the UAV industry and have the ingenuity and engineering talent to bring your commercial drone requirements to life.
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FAQ
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FAQ
Answering all your questions.
Answering all your questions.
Compliance
Is your drone made in the United States?
Yes. Skyfish Drones are made in America. We design, manufacture, and test our Drones at our Stevensville, Montana HQ and provide local support to satisfy your security standards.
Are Skyfish Drones federal government and NDAA Sec. 848 compliant?
Yes. Skyfish Drones comply with Congress and DoD supply chain standards and is NDAA sec. 848 compliant.
Is Skyfish FAA Drone Zone compliant?
Yes. Skyfish complies with FAA Drone Zone; we lead our customers and Train the Trainer participants (107 Pilots) through the FAA Drone Zone commercial UAV registration process.
Is Skyfish ITAR sec. 126.1 compliant?
Yes. Skyfish is ITAR sec. 126.1 compliant; we ship our UAVs to countries with which the United States does not have a policy of denial of trade.
Can I travel on airline with my Skyfish Drone?
Yes. Skyfish M-Series drones are checked-in luggage.
Are my batteries airline travel safe?
Skyfish sells batteries that are compliant (UN38.3 certified safe for airline travel) and batteries that are not compliant for a lower cost.
What type of batteries does Skyfish use?
Skyfish uses custom made Li-Ion smart batteries.
How do I properly care for my drone batteries?
If I live outside the United States, can I buy Skyfish products?
Skyfish will ship to any countries not restricted by international arms trade agreements.
Architecture
What features does your flight planning software have? Is it customizable to different use cases?
Our flight planning software, Skyfish Mission Control™, covers all pre-, during-, and post-flight tasks and is highly customizable to different industry workflows. Our customers use Mission Control™ to survey grids and terrains, select unlimited waypoints and POIs, geo-tag photos, cache and manage maps, modify flight details on-the-go, create and manage checklists and user templates, store and manage flight logs and geo-PDF map overlays, and more.
Is it possible to customize the Mission Control™ UI for my industry?
Yes, we can quickly configure our software to meet your specific needs.
What software platforms do you integrate with?
Skyfish integrates with Bentley software for photogrammetry and 3D modeling, Pix4D software for photogrammetry and drone mapping, miscellaneous photogrammetry software, and miscellaneous geo-tagging software.
How does Skyfish accommodate custom payloads?
Skyfish’s onboard computer, Skymind™, is capable of supporting hundreds of different payloads. For more detail, please contact us.
What type of accessories and sensors does the Skyfish drone platform support?
Skyfish supports Gremsy gimbals and anything that attaches to them, Sony Alpha series of cameras, Sony QX series of cameras, FLiR cameras and a variety of thermal imaging equipment, RICO, LiDAR, emissions systems, infrared cameras, robotics equipment, and very specific payloads.
Does Skyfish offer custom software/firmware integration of various accessories or sensors?
Our onboard computer, Skymind™, allows us to integrate almost any type of sensor and appropriate drivers. Skyfish will contact the manufacturer of the sensor of your choice to acquire engineering drawings and design your drones accordingly. Skyfish engineers will ensure easy integration from a hardware and software perspective and get you the best results.
Does Skyfish offer custom hardware fabrication for mounting various accessories and sensors?
Yes. Our machine shop can create custom mounts as required. For more detail, please send us a message.
As technology improves, can I upgrade my unit?
Yes. Our drone platform is built in modules, so we can update your drone as required.
Performance
Do you publish a flight time vs. payload graph for the Skyfish M4 drone?
Do you publish a flight time vs. payload graph for the Skyfish M6 drone?
What is the most you’ve ever lifted with the M6?
The Skyfish M6 is a serious machine. It can lift up to 20 lbs, easy. If you require heavier payloads, Skyfish can design a power system for you. Send us a message for more details.
What is the maximum flight distance from point to point?
The M4 and M6 drones maximum flight distance from point to point is 7.5 miles (12 km).
Product
What does the button on the GPS unit do?
It arms the drone and prepares it for flight.
How do I access flight logs?
You can access flight logs through Skyfish Mission Control™ flight planning software.
What comes with my Skyfish UAS?
Each Skyfish drone comes with: The Skyfish drone platform, 2 sets of flight batteries, charger and charging case, power supply (battery or generator), Pelican™ travel case, Skyfish remote controller, RTK GPS, propellers (2 sets of 4 for the M4 drone and 2 sets of 6 for the M6 drone), landing gear, repair kit, user manual, and more (depending on customer specs).
Can I order extra accessories? Can I order extra propeller sets?
Yes. Contact us by email or phone to make an order.
How long does it take to manufacture and ship my order?
Your order will be shipped up to 45 days after it has been placed and received.
What are the shipping options for my purchase?
FedEx, USPS, DHL, UPS, air or ground.
How do I track my shipment?
Skyfish provides an order tracking number at the time of shipment which can be followed through your chosen courier.
How do I get started with my Skyfish drone?
If you were able to navigate your way to this website, you can fly a Skyfish Drone. Your order will come with our User Manual and QuickStart Guide, and our engineers and support team are available for you Monday through Friday.
What does RTK stand for?
RTK stands for Real Time Kinematics, which allows you to adjust your position in real time and does differential analysis of the signal.
Is there a lower cost option?
Yes, but with reduced features and functionality.
Warranty, Reliability, and Longevity
What is the warranty on my purchase?
1 year, limited liability. Read this document to learn more.
What is the maintenance schedule?
The maintenance schedule for your Skyfish purchase involves post-flight inspections, monthly bearing inspection, propeller replacing every 6 months or sooner, motor rebuild (bearing kit) every 6 months.
How long does my Skyfish Drone last?
The projected lifetime for your Skyfish Drone is 2 years with regular maintenance.
Does Skyfish offer repairs?
Yes, Skyfish offers repairs Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm MST. Read this document to learn if you qualify.
Support
How can Skyfish support my mission?
Skyfish is the most flexible, customizable drone manufacturer and platform available. We can configure your drone order to meet your specific requirements.
What kind of Level 1 free phone support do you offer?
Skyfish customers receive Level 1 phone support Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm MST.
What kind of Level 2/3 hardware and software support do you offer?
Level 2/3 support, feature requests, and new functionality upgrades are available at a customization cost as you require. Skyfish can offer customization services for the entire craft because we support all of the technology from the bottom of the landing gear to the top of the GPS antenna.
I have other questions. How do I reach out if I need help?
We are more than happy to answer any and all questions. Send us a message or give us a call at 1-844-SKY-FISH (1-844-759-3474)
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Training
We understand the importance of training and want to help you operate your Skyfish products reliably, safely, and get the most value out of your purchase. Train the Trainer is our comprehensive program on all aspects of Skyfish products for FAA Part 107 pilots designated team leaders within their organization.
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Training
We understand the importance of training and want to help you operate your Skyfish products reliably, safely, and get the most value out of your purchase. Train the Trainer is our comprehensive program on all aspects of Skyfish products for FAA Part 107 pilots designated team leaders within their organization.
- Skyfish pilots will give Clients an overview of various hardware components, how they interact with each other and maintenance procedures.
- Skyfish pilots will assist Clients with flight evaluations and individual flight instruction in a real-world working environment.
- Client will demonstrate advanced user understanding of workflows and be able to take this knowledge back to his or her organization with the express purpose of being able to train other FAA 107 pilots locally.
