Frequently Asked Questions

The Scalable Technology Enablement Program (STEP) is Raptor Aero’s end-to-end support system for drone OEMs. It delivers a complete, production-ready UAV stack tailored to your mission needs — significantly accelerating your product development.

STEP is ideal for:

  • Drone startups
  • System integrators
  • OEMs entering new drone verticals
  • Component companies looking to deliver drone platforms under their brand

    • You receive:

  • Aerodynamically tuned airframe
  • Motors, ESCs, Propellers
  • Battery + Smart BMS + Power Distribution
  • Flight controller, GPS, RTK, Gimbals, Sensors
  • RaptorOS (PX4-based), Raptor GCS, SkySight tools
  • Assembly, calibration, and documentation
  • 5-year spare support and optional services

    • You define the mission. Raptor delivers a quality-assured drone assembly kit. You assemble, certify, and sell the product under your brand — while Raptor handles all the technical heavy lifting.

    Current and upcoming platforms include:

  • Nova: 60 mins endurance, 1- 3 Kg Payload
  • Zeta, Yeti, Gryphon, Super Nova, Grasshopper, Gravix: Specialized UAVs in various stages of development for ISR, mapping, logistics, and tactical ops.

    • You provide inputs like mission type, payload, and endurance. Raptor’s AI Configurator then recommends a tailored drone configuration to match those needs.

    Current and upcoming platforms include:

  • RaptorOS: PX4-based flight firmware
  • Raptor GCS: Ground Control Station software
  • SkySight: Fleet analytics and management tools
  • Additional APIs and data integration are also available.

  • Full drone hardware stack
  • Production-ready firmware
  • Manuals, wiring diagrams, calibration docs
  • Optional add-ons: vision systems, training, dashboards
  • You get Quality assured kit with guaranteed spare parts support for 5 years
  • Fleet tools and cloud analytics
  • Raptor Certified Training Programs
  • On-site field support engineers
  • Visual customization and branded UI
  • Partner Portal and firmware updates

    • 1 to 3 months, depending on complexity and your customization needs.

    No. All firmware and hardware integration is handled by Raptor. You only assemble and deploy.

    Yes. Raptor supports a “Your Brand, Our Tech (YBOT)” model — you stay visible in the market while Raptor powers the technology.

    Yes. Raptor can assist with:

  • Pre-compliance testing
  • Documentation support
  • Calibration procedures
  • Integration reports and logs

  • Mapping and Surveying
  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • ISR and Tactical Operations
  • Infrastructure and Asset Inspection
  • Maritime and Bathymetric Missions