
tactical mission support
High-tech drone solution for
Darkflite is Rugged, Scalable & versatile
darkflite is offering innovative, dual-use drone solutions to enhance tactical capabilities. Based on blueflite’s unique, patent-pending design, it features vertical take-off and landing and vectored thrust, providing unrivaled maneuverability. darkflite high-capability drones are versatile and can support logistics applications or tactical support missions through specialized onboard payloads.
Delivering quality & dependability
Hardware
Designed and made in USA. Optimized for runway independent settings. Easy to transport and dispatch, fully assembled, and ready to use. Extreme maneuverability and high-speed cruise through vectored thrust. Superior operating economics, for a range of tactical applications.
- Compact and modular design
- Lightweight carbon composite airframe
- Independently actuated tilt-rotors
- All-electric design with battery monitoring system
- Integrated cargo compartment with easy access
Our products

SLATE
More Speed
Winged, high-speed drone with unique tilt-rotor architecture featuring vectored thrust. High maneuverability and agility, compact design for ease of access. Rugged architecture, ease of use. Internal payload compartment.

COBALT
More Payload
Based on the SLATE platform with enhanced hover capability through more energy-efficient propulsion.
In the field
Applications
Payload capability for light cargo to support logistics missions. Integrated cargo compartment, easy to access for manual or automated cargo loading. Automated cargo egress capability. Compactness and extreme maneuverability for unrestricted access in challenging environments. High-speed cruise and energy-efficient flight for higher range than multicopters. Robust and rugged design, highly mobile, easy to use.
Logistics
Highly versatile platform for tactical support through versatile payloads such as sensors, visual instruments, and telecommunication equipment. Payload can be carried internally to shield from the external environment. Quick dispatch, high maneuverability to access hard-to-reach locations.
Tactical payload
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The State of Michigan has awarded more than $2 million through the “Make It in Michigan” Mobility Prototyping Grant Program to accelerate the next generation of mobility and defense innovations. We’re proud that Darkflite was selected as one of this year’s awardees. The grant will support development of a tiltrotor-based UAS prototype, integrating our patented platform with advanced launcher capabilities…
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