Drones

Custom Drone Platforms

Purpose-built drones for research, industrial, and remote environment applications — including Antarctic deployments.

Overview

Over the years I have designed, built, and operated custom drone platforms for a range of demanding environments. These builds predate the current generation of commercial drones and were purpose-built to meet specific mission requirements.

Heavy Lift

Platforms capable of lifting payloads up to 20 kg — built for carrying research instruments, cameras, and sampling equipment in the field.

Waterproof

Designed for operation in rain, spray, and wet Antarctic conditions — sealed electronics and weather-resistant airframes.

Antarctic Operations

Flown in harsh polar environments for research support in 2014 — extreme cold, high winds, and remote operation.

Local Operations

Aerial photography, surveying, and testing in Victoria, Australia — proving ground for Antarctic-bound platforms.