AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (also known as EagleNXT) announced today that its multispectral imaging sensors are now compatible with the Inspired Flight Technologies (IFT) IF800 Tomcat and IF1200 UAS drones through IFT’s new Smart Dovetail Kit. This integration represents a significant advancement in payload compatibility for professional drone operations.
The Smart Dovetail Kit enables seamless integration of custom payloads with American-made drones, expanding the compatibility and reach of EagleNXT sensors across professional applications. The company will offer the IFT Smart Dovetail Kit as a bundled package with its sensors, providing customers with a complete, ready-to-deploy solution.
“We are excited to continue to listen to the marketplace, and deliver in-demand compatibility to our customers,” said Bill Irby, CEO of EagleNXT. “IFT’s Smart Dovetail Interface will enable professionals to easily use our cutting-edge MicaSense sensors in agriculture, surveying, and public safety sectors, seamlessly leveraging our advanced imaging technology with trusted, American-made drones. This partnership streamlines operations and enhances mission versatility, supporting our mission to deliver innovative tools that empower our customers’ success.”
Technical Specifications of the Smart Dovetail Kit
The IFT Smart Dovetail Kit is engineered as a cutting-edge payload integration solution for drones and aerial vehicles. The kit features a robust quick-release dovetail mechanism that provides a vibration-resistant mechanical lock, ensuring secure payload attachment during flight operations. An integrated electrical interface enables seamless power and data connectivity between the payload and the UAS platform.
The quick-release mechanism allows for tool-free, secure attachment and detachment of payloads without requiring additional equipment or extended preparation time. This design eliminates the need for specialized tools, reducing deployment time and enhancing operational efficiency. The vibration-resistant mechanical lock maintains payload stability throughout flight operations, a critical requirement for imaging applications requiring precise sensor positioning.
Applications and Market Impact
The Smart Dovetail Kit compatibility enables rapid payload swapping, allowing operators to transition between different sensor configurations without compromising reliability or structural integrity. This flexibility supports professional applications including aerial mapping, inspections, search and rescue operations, and industrial surveying.
EagleNXT’s multispectral imaging sensors, including the MicaSense line, can now be deployed across IFT’s drone platform ecosystem. This partnership underscores EagleNXT’s commitment to advancing sensor technology for mission-critical applications across agriculture, surveying, and public safety sectors.
More information about EagleNXT is available from their website.
About EagleNXT
EagleNXT is a leading developer of high-performance drones, advanced sensors, and intelligent software solutions that deliver critical aerial intelligence to customers around the world. With more than one million flights conducted globally, EagleNXT’s platforms are trusted across defense, public safety, agriculture, infrastructure, and environmental monitoring applications. The Company’s drone systems have achieved multiple industry firsts, including FAA approvals for Operations Over People (OOP) and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS), as well as EASA C2 certification in Europe and inclusion on the U.S. Department of Defense’s Blue UAS list. EagleNXT’s sensors are integrated on more than 150 different drone models and are used in over 100 research publications worldwide, reinforcing its leadership in precision agriculture, surveying, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
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Ian McNabb is a journalist focusing on drone technology and lifestyle content at Dronelife. He is based between Boston and NH and, when not writing, enjoys hiking and Boston area sports.
