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Real-world experiences. Mission-critical knowledge. Expert perspectives.

Welcome to insights & know-how. Your go-to source for tactical intel, proven expertise, and mission-focused updates. Here, you will find in-depth articles, expert tips, real-battle stories, and system walkthroughs – providing you with the knowledge to stay informed, prepared, and one step ahead.

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The Frontline Episodes – Missions demand more than flight.

With an intuitive software platform shaped by frontline feedback, the RQ-35 Heidrun delivers real-time insights, streamlined controls, and fewer steps between observation and action.

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Built for the Field. Designed for the Fight.

Watch the RQ-35 Heidrun in action and discover why it is trusted where it matters most. Like on the battlefields of Ukraine.

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Land Smart. Land Anywhere.

What if your drone could land precisely where the mission demands - no runway, no net, no compromise? Discover the tactical power of deep stall landings, a proven method used by the battle-tested RQ-35 Heidrun.

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The Frontline Episodes – Combat proven. Mission ready.

At Sky-Watch, we equip troops and decision-makers with superior UAS solutions that enhance situational awareness and provide a crucial edge in front-line defense and mission success.

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RQ-35 Heidrun – Examples of use cases

This document highlights tactical all arms use-case examples at the company and below level in the army and home guard forces.

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A live demonstration report

Over the past years the RQ-35 Heidrun UAS has captured attention across military circles for its advanced capabilities and reconnaissance support at company or platoon level.

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UAS in present day multi-domain military conflicts

The study focus is on the importance of multi-domain capabilities for military and security forces to obtain and maintain the upper hand.

Commitment to the Front Line

Sky-Watch is dedicated to providing the armed forces with cutting-edge UAS solutions that ensure operational superiority. Our on-the-ground presence, swift adaptation to field and commitment to exceeding our clients’ expectations give you the tools and support to dominate the modern-day battlespace.

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ORGANIC ISR

Real-time targeted intelligence is critical to actionable decision-making in a dynamic military environment. The RQ-35 Heidrun is your solution for battle-proven Organic ISR, seamlessly integrating with other battle space technologies. We give you the tools to gather intelligence, conduct surveillance, and carry out reconnaissance missions. This gives you the ultimate in stand-alone, yet connectable technology.

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YOUR CHALLENGE

We know your challenges in the field and we’re here to overcome them. Sky-Watch provides next gen technology to meet the demands of complex modern warfare. When the situations change, tech needs to evolve. Old systems might not meet your current needs, but we do.

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OUR SOLUTION

Speed and effectiveness, precision, self-reliance, situational awareness- your priorities are our priorities. Our UAS give you dependability when you need it most. In challenging environments, in tight timeframes, in complex situations, the Heidrun is designed to be fast, flexible and reliable- a true force multiplier.

Our Uas Solution

Terrain Mapping

Advanced mapping is the cornerstone for strategic planning and execution. The RQ-35 Heidrun Mapping UAV provides commanders with accurate, detailed topographical information and the ability to dynamically update navigational routes and strategies in response to evolving ground realities.

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YOUR CHALLENGE

Frontline commanders face significant challenges in maintaining situational awareness, often grappling with outdated or static maps that do not reflect the current operational reality. Traditional mapping solutions - reliant on strategic ISR, aircraft, or satellites - are not only costly but also lag in delivering the timeliness and specificity required for rapid decision-making.

OUR SOLUTION

Precision Mapping for Tactical Excellence
Leveraging unparalleled surveying technology and insights from frontline experiences in Ukraine, our RQ-35 Heidrun presents a transformative solution that directly addresses these operational challenges.

Our Uas Solution

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SURVEILLANCE

Step into the future of surveillance with the RQ-35 Heidrun, a groundbreaking ISR platform. Our drones deliver more that observation. The RQ-35 gives you the tools to command the high ground in informational warfare. The Heidrun's advanced optics provide live video feeds, enabling commanders to make informed decisions with speed and accuracy.

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YOUR CHALLENGE

In today’s rapidly evolving combat environments, having a bird's-eye view isn't enough. You need to be able to strike swiftly, navigate complex terrains, and outmaneuver adversaries. We integrate cutting-edge technology to enhance your tactical responses and shorten your action timelines. The RQ-35 Heidrun offers seamless data linkage and real-time intelligence, turning information into power, and power into victory.

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OUR SOLUTION

The RQ-35 Heidrun stands as a beacon of strategic innovation, engineered to serve not just as an ISR asset but as a cornerstone in the architecture of modern military operations. It offers distinct yet interconnected pathways to superiority on the battlefield, ensuring that commanders have the flexibility and depth of intelligence required for every mission scenario.

Our Uas Solution

FORCE PROTECTION

Drone technology is fundamentally changing the face of military operations. In this new era of combat surveillance, the necessity for innovative, adaptive strategies is key to success. By integrating cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to enhance the Intelligence Preparation of the Battlespace (IPB) and Engineer Battlefield Assessment (EBA), we are reimagining force protection. Our system is designed to navigate the complexities of modern warfare where agility, precision, and smart technology converge to define the future of tactical defense.

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YOUR CHALLENGE

The contemporary battlefield presents a mosaic of unpredictable challenges. Adversaries use asymmetrical tactics and advanced technologies to disrupt traditional defense strategies. In this rapidly changing environment, the one-size-fits-all approach to force protection is no longer viable.

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OUR SOLUTION

Our state-of-the-art UAS program is our innovative response to these evolving challenges. Battle-tested in Ukraine and using the most advanced technology on the market, our RQ-35 Heidrun is an organic asset, with high accuracy, high endurance and high resilience to EW and GNNS denied conditions.

Our Uas Solution

Force Protection

Frontline Descision support

Drone technology has created a pivotal shift towards intelligence-driven warfare. The precision and agility offered by Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) are now central to the Mission Planning Process. This enhances the S2’s ability to gather data and analyze battlefield intelligence.

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YOUR CHALLENGE

In the fluid and rapidly evolving battle space, understanding enemy movements, intentions, and capabilities is crucial. The S2 needs information superiority for operational success. The traditional methods of intelligence gathering are often outpaced by the speed of contemporary conflicts, necessitating a more advanced, adaptable, and integrated approach to intelligence operations.

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OUR SOLUTION

RQ-35 Heidrun is the ultimate strategic enhancement to the S2 branch's intelligence and security operations. This advanced UAS is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of modern warfare, offering key benefits that directly correlate with the essential functions of the S2 branch.

Our Uas Solution

Front Line Decision Support

Antenna

Ground control components (GCC) are a key component to the success of your UAS mission. GCC is both your interface and control hub. The Heidrun’s sensor-generated data is engineered to meet the exacting standards of our military clients, with a strong focus on high connectivity in challenging environments.

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PATCH ANTENNA

The RQ-35 mobile Patch Antenna kit is incredibly light weight. At only 4 kg, it is troop portable. Both the UAS plus Patch Antenna kit will easily fit into a backpack. Everything you need- the ground station, radio platform, antenna and tripod are all designed for quick and easy set up in the field. Our highly advanced yet light and flexible system ensures quality data transmission and ease of use. With an operational range of 25 km, automatic alignment and UAS tracking, you get the reliability you need.

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DUAL PATCH ANTENNA

With a range of up to 45km, the dual patch antenna extends your line of sight even further. In the event of electronic warfare, the marked advantages of the Heidrun become even more apparent. Our system ensures that troops maintain self sufficiency in the field, including the ability to transmit and receive data independently. The dual patch antenna kit is troop portable and fits easily into a pelicase or backpack. Each kit includes antenna, mount and cables in a compact and convenient pouch.

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Ground control

Ground control components (GCC) are a key component to the success of your UAS mission. GCC is both your interface and control hub. The Heidrun’s sensor-generated data is engineered to meet the exacting standards of our military clients, with a strong focus on high connectivity in challenging environments.

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GROUND CONTROL

The Heidrun RQ-35’s Ground Control Station (GCS) is your portable mission control center. Analyze data, plan missions, communicate with your UAS and more. Ours includes highly dependable and ruggedized components to ensure that your UAS is supported by the most reliable and secure GCS available.

All components are rigorously tested to ensure maximum reliability when it counts.

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RUGGEDIZED CONTROL STATION

Our robust tablet is the perfect tool for ISR missions in environments and weather conditions in any UAS operating window, giving you the ultimate in Ground Control Station performance.

We at Sky-Watch work hard to produce the most troop friendly and intuitive Drone Manager System (SDM) possible. Together with our technology partners, we constantly work to improve the performance of all of our systems to give you the best products on the market.

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UAV Platform

Sky-Watch is at the forefront of defense technology, specializing in fixed-wing mini-UAS systems. The RQ-35-Heidrun, is engineered for critical ISR missions, delivering unmatched reliability even in the event of electronic warfare or GPS-denied environments. Trusted by the Armed Forces of Ukraine since March 2022, the Heidrun RQ-35 is a testament to our commitment to innovation and reliability in the most demanding operational scenarios.

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The Heidrun RQ-35 - Superiority in the Sky

Designed for Front-Line ISR: Tailored for company-level deployment, the RQ-35 Heidrun offers superior intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities, even in GPS Denied and EW contested operations.

Advanced Optics and Stealth: Equipped with high-resolution day/night E/O cameras and an immune communication system, The Heidrun boasts an effective operational range of up to 46 Km and a flight time of 150 minutes in specific configurations.

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Quick Deployment and Reliable Performance

Operational Excellence: Proven in battle, the RQ-35 demonstrates exceptional stealth and durability. It is remarkably reliable, with a performance track record of over 500 missions for some drones and minimal losses despite severe EW challenges.

Rapid Deployment & Training: The Heidrun's lightweight design allows for single-operator handling and quick deployment, with a user-friendly interface ensuring operational readiness within days.

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UNMATCHED AERIAL INTELLIGENCE

YOUR CHALLENGE

MASTER YOUR BATTLESPACE AND ELEVATE YOUR OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

In today’s rapidly evolving combat environments, having a bird's-eye view isn't enough. You need to be able to strike swiftly, navigate complex terrains, and outmaneuver adversaries. We integrate cutting-edge technology to enhance your tactical responses and shorten your action timelines. The RQ-35 Heidrun offers seamless data linkage and real-time intelligence, turning information into power, and power into victory, not just from one but from a large number of platforms with the forward deployed units.

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EMPOWERING COMMAND WITH THE RQ-35 HEIDRUN

The RQ-35 Heidrun stands as a beacon of strategic innovation, engineered to serve not just as an ISR asset but as a cornerstone in the architecture of modern military operations. It offers distinct yet interconnected pathways to superiority on the battlefield, ensuring that commanders have the flexibility and depth of intelligence required for every mission scenario.

Autonomy with the RQ-35 Heidrun's seamless integration with ATAK-Mil, this combination creates self-sufficient intelligence, enabling units to operate with unrivaled situational awareness and communication precision. The Heidrun’s data feeds directly into ATAK-Mil, providing real-time, geo-referenced video that empowers troops with immediate and actionable intelligence. This standalone solution is perfect for rapid deployment scenarios, offering a compact and comprehensive tactical advantage.

The Heidrun is compatible with several battle management and strike solutions from including Palantir, Helsing, Teleplan Globe, and Systematic. This system integration gives you marked advantages over traditional surveillance giving you a holistic view of the operational landscape. With high-fidelity intelligence fed directly into these platforms, the Heidrun amplifies your command-and-control capabilities, enabling a synchronized orchestration of land, air, and sea assets. The result is a dynamic, interconnected force, poised to respond with precision and agility to evolving threats.

EMPOWERING THE MISSION - PRECISION PLANNING WITH ADVANCED ISR

YOUR CHALLENGE

OVERCOMING INFORMATION GAPS IN DYNAMIC COMBAT ZONES

In the fluid and rapidly evolving battle space, understanding enemy movements, intentions, and capabilities is crucial. The S2 needs information superiority for operational success. The traditional methods of intelligence gathering are often outpaced by the speed of contemporary conflicts, necessitating a more advanced, adaptable, and integrated approach to intelligence operations.

OUR SOLUTION

THE STRATEGIC EDGE OF AUTONOMOUS ISR

RQ-35 Heidrun is the ultimate strategic enhancement to the S2 branch's intelligence and security operations. This advanced UAS is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of modern warfare, offering key benefits that directly correlate with the essential functions of the S2 branch.

Intelligence Gathering

Our drone's’ sophisticated surveillance capabilities enable the collection of high-resolution imagery and real-time data across diverse environments from a large number of platforms deployed at the frontlines, frontlines, significantly enhancing the S2 branch's ability to monitor enemy activity and gather crucial intelligence.

Security

By deploying a covert, remotely operated drone, the risk of human exposure is minimized, enhancing operational security. The system's advanced encryption and data protection features also ensure the integrity and confidentiality of critical intelligence.

Analysis

Equipped with state-of-the-art sensors and analytics, the RQ-35 Heidrun provides detailed information that supports the S2's analytical tasks, helping to decode complex battlefield indicators and contributing to informed strategic planning and threat assessment.

Briefings

The comprehensive data collected and analyzed by the Heidrun can be synthesized into actionable intelligence, enabling the S2 to deliver precise and timely briefings to commanders and facilitate more effective decision-making and strategic oversight.