Commercial Drone SystemsMaptek ML1 Multirotor · ELF Fixed-Wing · Public Safety & AEC Ready

Yes. The Maptek ML1 Standard and Professional Bundles are fully NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) and TAA compliant, making them eligible for federal, state, and local government procurement. The Basic Bundle uses US-made components but does not carry formal NDAA certification. All platforms are designed and manufactured by Aerostar Dynamics in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

Yes, and this is a major differentiator. Unlike many competing platforms (particularly DJI), Maptek does not restrict or geofence your flight based on location. Pilots define their own geofencing when and if required. The system also supports SGI (Special Government Interest) and NOTAM filing, making it purpose-built for law enforcement and public safety operations in complex urban airspace. No need to ask a foreign company for permission to fly.

The ML1 supports interchangeable payloads from Sony (60MP RGB), Riegl (LiDAR), FLIR (thermal), GeoCue, and Workswell (highest-resolution commercial thermal at 1266×1010 30Hz). For law enforcement, the OVC OverCast system enables crowd control via remotely-triggered 40mm smoke, OC, or CS canisters. Most payload adaptations work straight out of the box; specialized configurations are handled at the Maptek facility in Carlisle, PA.

The ML1 is a multirotor optimized for VTOL, precision hovering, and payload deployment with up to 70 minutes of flight time and 12 LBS of lift. It excels at close-range, high-precision missions. The ELF (Extreme Longrange Fixedwing) is designed for endurance, with up to 3.5 hours of flight and a 50 km range. The ELF is ideal for BVLOS large-area surveys, perimeter monitoring, and infrastructure inspection where long loiter time matters more than precision hovering.

Yes. As an authorized Maptek reseller, On-Site Technology provides procurement assistance, FAA Part 107 pilot training guidance, and ongoing operational support for all Maptek UAS platforms across Northern NJ, Southern NJ, NY, PA, and South FL. Call (973) 777-7227 or use the contact form on this page to discuss your department or company requirements.

Maptek UAS are in use by police and sheriff departments, fire departments, municipal governments, AEC and construction firms, land surveyors, environmental agencies, insurance companies, parks and recreation departments, and private commercial operators. The platform NDAA compliance and unrestricted airspace access make it a leading choice for any government agency subject to federal procurement requirements.

Yes. On-Site Technology is the authorized Maptek reseller for Northern NJ, Southern NJ, New York, Pennsylvania, and South Florida. Because drone procurement involves hardware delivery, pilot training, and on-site mission planning, we focus our coverage on this regional footprint. Customers outside the region should contact Maptek directly for a local reseller referral.