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Nightingale Blackbird Block-5

Air Drones (UAV/UAS)

Description

The Nightingale Blackbird Block-5 is an autonomous robotic aerial security (RAS) system designed for 24/7 DFR and aerial security operations. It features AI threat detection, all-weather performance including rain, snow and 45 mph wind gusts, and real-time situational awareness. The system includes dual sensors (visible and thermal imaging), autonomous patrols, rapid threat response, and seamless integration with existing security systems. With over 400,000 successful missions and 7+ years of operational experience, it's trusted by defense, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure operators.

About the Company

SOLID UAVS LLC

SOLID UAVS LLC is a technology company specializing in unmanned solutions, providing high-quality drone technology, comprehensive training, and expert services across diverse industries and busines...

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Core Information

Product class
Defense Public Safety Enterprise
Platform category
Multirotor
Rotor configuration
Hexacopter
Primary use cases
Public Safety/Search & Rescue Defense/ISR Oil & Gas/Energy Construction/Mining Telecom/Infrastructure
Name
Nightingale Blackbird Block-5
Release status
In production

Performance & Dimensions

Empty weight (kg)
6
Width (mm)
777
Endurance (minutes)
50
Service ceiling (m)
121
Max wind resistance (m/s)
20
Length (mm)
642
Max descent rate (m/s)
1
Max speed (km/h)
53
Max ascent rate (m/s)
2
Endurance with payload (minutes)
25
Height (mm)
279

Airframe & Propulsion

Frame materials
Carbon fiber
Propulsion type
Electric (Battery)
Battery chemistry
LiPo
Number of batteries
1
Battery capacity (Wh)
355
Nominal voltage (V)
22

Payload & Interfaces

Payload interfaces/mounts
Bottom mount
Supported gimbal size
Not specified
Integrated payloads
Daylight/Starlight Wide 4K Camera (60° HFoV) Daylight/Starlight Zoom 4K Camera (12° HFoV) Radiometric Thermal Camera (640×512 resolution)

Avionics, Navigation & Autonomy

Autopilot features
Waypoint missions Auto takeoff/landing Hover/Position hold Geofencing Return-to-home (RTH) Failsafe/RTL on link loss Precision landing Object tracking
GNSS systems
GPS
RTK/PPK support
None
Obstacle avoidance sensors
None
Flight controller platform
Proprietary

Communications & Control

Control link types
LTE/4G
Encryption standard
AES-128
Ground control compatibility
Proprietary GCS
Control link range (km)
8
Video downlink type
LTE/5G streaming
Video downlink resolution
4K

Operational Capabilities

Operating environments
Urban Rural Industrial
Takeoff/landing methods
VTOL
BVLOS ready
Night operations capable
Required crew size
1
Max simultaneous payloads
3

Environmental & Durability

Operating temperature max (°C)
50
IP rating
Not specified
Operating temperature min (°C)
-17

Safety

Redundancy features
Dual GPS Dual IMU Dual compass Dual battery Redundant power bus Motor-out tolerance
Parachute system
Integrated
Flight termination system

Compliance & Certification

EASA class marking
None/Unmarked
NDAA Section 889 compliant
Remote ID compliance
Not specified
Export control status
Not specified

Logistics & Commercial

Included in box
Aircraft
Price notes
Configuration-dependent pricing, typically sold as Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) with comprehensive maintenance and support
Availability status
Made-to-order
Lead time (weeks)
2
Shipping restrictions
Export controlled, subject to regulatory approval
Optional accessories
Heat-shield package Additional batteries Extended range modules