Inspired Flight IF800 TOMCAT Quadcopter + Blue Herelink Ground Control Station
The IF800 TOMCAT delivers 54-minute endurance, 3 kg open payload capacity, and 20 km Blue Herelink datalink — a complete, NDAA-compliant UAS platform engineered in the USA for professional and government operations.
TOMCAT AirframeBlue Herelink GCS54-Min Endurance3 kg Payload CapacityIP43 Weather-ResistantRTK / PPK ReadyUSA-Made DroneFoldable DesignMulti-Payload SupportNDAA Compliant
The Enterprise UAS Platform Built for Every Mission
The IF800 TOMCAT is a professional-grade quadcopter engineered in the USA for demanding commercial and government applications. Its open-architecture payload bay accommodates thermal cameras, multispectral imagers, LiDAR, and cinema gimbals. Paired with the Blue Herelink GCS — delivering 20 km of HD video and telemetry — this bundle is a complete, deployment-ready UAS system out of the box.
Payload-Agnostic Architecture
The IF800's open payload interface supports any third-party sensor up to 3 kg — thermal cameras, multispectral imagers, LiDAR scanners, or cinema gimbals. Swap payloads between missions without airframe modifications.
Blue Herelink — 20 km Enterprise Link
The Blue Herelink GCS integrates HD video, RC control, and MAVLink telemetry into a single ruggedized ground unit with a 5.5-inch sunlight-readable display and Android-based mission planning.
USA-Made & NDAA Section 848 Compliant
Designed and assembled in the United States, the IF800 TOMCAT meets NDAA Section 848 requirements — eligible for federal procurement, DOD programs, and government UAS operations where foreign drones are restricted.
IF800 Platform Capabilities
The IF800 TOMCAT is a mission-configurable platform. Add any sensor payload and deploy across inspection, survey, agriculture, public safety, and defense verticals — with consistent performance, endurance, and compliance.
Infrastructure Inspection
Inspect bridges, towers, power lines, and pipelines at close range. The IF800's stable hover and long endurance make detailed inspection passes safe and efficient.
Survey & Photogrammetry
Mount a high-resolution RGB or LiDAR payload to produce survey-grade orthomosaics, point clouds, and 3D terrain models for construction, mining, and land survey.
Precision Agriculture
Add a multispectral or thermal payload to generate NDVI maps, identify irrigation issues, and monitor crop health across large agricultural parcels.
Search & Rescue
Deploy rapidly with a thermal or optical payload for SAR operations, missing person searches, and disaster assessment — operational in under three minutes from any location.
Public Safety & Emergency Response
Conduct autonomous missions over incident scenes, provide real-time HD video to command, and coordinate aerial surveillance with the 20 km Herelink datalink.
Defense & Government Operations
NDAA-compliant and USA-manufactured, the IF800 TOMCAT meets the requirements of federal, defense, and critical-infrastructure UAS programs where foreign-built drones are prohibited.
Key Use Cases
⚡ Power & Utility Inspection
The IF800's precision hover and stable platform make it ideal for close-proximity inspection of power lines, substations, and utility infrastructure. Long endurance reduces battery swaps on large grid segments.
🌉 Bridge & Civil Infrastructure Survey
Complete detailed structural surveys of bridges, overpasses, and retaining walls in a single flight. Real-time 1080p HD video streams directly to the Herelink GCS for on-site review.
🏗️ Construction Site Monitoring
Conduct regular autonomous site overflights to track earthwork progress, monitor site safety, and generate progress reports using photogrammetry or visual documentation payloads.
🚨 Disaster Response & Assessment
Deploy within minutes of an incident for aerial reconnaissance, damage assessment, and SAR coordination. The foldable airframe fits in a standard vehicle for rapid mobilization.
🗺️ Precision Mapping & Surveying
Pair the IF800 with an RGB or LiDAR payload to map terrain, create 3D models, and generate georeferenced orthomosaics for GIS, land management, and engineering workflows.
🛡️ Federal & Defense Applications
As an NDAA-compliant, USA-manufactured platform, the IF800 TOMCAT is cleared for use in federal, DOD, and critical-infrastructure programs requiring domestic UAS sourcing.
Technical Specifications
| Airframe |
IF800 TOMCAT (Foldable Quadcopter) |
| Diagonal Wheelbase |
800 mm |
| Max Takeoff Weight |
~10.0 kg (with payload) |
| Max Payload Capacity |
3.0 kg |
| Flight Time (no payload) |
54 minutes |
| Flight Time (3 kg payload) |
~30 minutes |
| Max Speed |
~15 m/s |
| Max Wind Resistance |
12 m/s (Beaufort 6) |
| IP Rating |
IP43 |
| Operating Temperature |
-10°C to 45°C |
| GNSS |
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| RTK Support |
Optional (payload-dependent) |
| Battery System |
Dual LiPo (hot-swap) |
| Ground Control Station |
Blue Herelink |
| GCS Display |
5.5-inch sunlight-readable touchscreen |
| Video Link Resolution |
1080p @ 30fps |
| Control Range |
Up to 20 km (line of sight) |
| GCS OS |
Android — ArduPilot / Mission Planner compatible |
| Compliance |
NDAA Section 848 | FAA Part 107 |
| Country of Manufacture |
United States of America |
What's in the Box
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IF800 TOMCAT Quadcopter
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2× LiPo Flight Batteries
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Pelican-Style Carrying Case
Frequently Asked Questions
What payloads can the IF800 TOMCAT carry?
The IF800 supports any third-party payload up to 3 kg. Common integrations include FLIR thermal cameras, Sentera multispectral sensors, Velodyne LiDAR, and cinema gimbals. The open payload bay and standard mounting interface make sensor integration straightforward.
Is the IF800 TOMCAT NDAA compliant?
Yes. The IF800 TOMCAT is designed and assembled in the United States and is compliant with NDAA Section 848, making it eligible for federal procurement, DOD programs, and government UAS operations where foreign-manufactured drones are restricted.
How does this compare to the IF800 sensor bundles?
This bundle is the base platform — ideal for operators who already own a sensor, need flexibility to swap payloads, or are sourcing a sensor separately. The IF800 + Sentera bundles include a pre-integrated, calibrated sensor optimized for mapping or multispectral workflows from day one.
Does the IF800 TOMCAT support RTK precision?
The IF800 is RTK-capable with an optional RTK module, enabling centimeter-level positioning for survey-grade mapping and GCP-free workflows. Contact us to discuss RTK integration options for your specific payload and workflow requirements.
