E400 — Hero
Fixed-Wing VTOL · Surveillance Drone
THE
E400 ISR
2 Hour Endurance120 Minutes at Full Operational Weight
40x Zoom EO/IR Payload360° Rotation Gimbal · 1280×720 Thermal Sensor
Carbon Fiber AirframeDurable · Lightweight · IP53 Rated
Single OperatorBox to Flight in 4 Minutes · Tablet-Based GCS
E400
E400 ISR Drone
Flying Weight20 lbs (9 kg) · Full Operational Configuration
Made in the USADesigned & Built in Richfield, Ohio · NDAA 848 Compliant
E400 — Overview
E400 ISR in flight
E400 ISR thermal view
Overview
Introducing
the E400 ISR A fixed-wing VTOL drone built for security, surveillance, and search and rescue.

The E400 ISR is purpose-built for first responders — police, firefighters, sheriffs, national guard, and border patrol. Its 2-hour flight endurance and long range let operators rapidly reach a target and stay on station for extended periods.

All-electric power keeps the system mechanically simple, minimizing maintenance and operating costs while maximizing reliability. A carbon fiber airframe keeps it durable and lightweight at just 20 lbs flying weight. Box to flight in 4 minutes. Single operator.

The E400 ISR is NDAA 848 Compliant and meets Executive Order 13981.

NDAA 848 Compliant EO 13981 Carbon Fiber Airframe IP53 Rated Open Architecture 4-Min Setup
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Made in the USA. Designed and manufactured at Event 38 headquarters in Richfield, Ohio. Full control over design and manufacturing allows customizations and guarantees replacement part availability for years to come.

E400 — Specs & Capabilities
E400 ISR Payload
Technical Specifications
E400 ISR Specs
Endurance 120 minutes Cruise Speed 36 mph (16 m/s) Dash Speed 49 mph (22 m/s) Flying Weight 20 lbs (9 kg) Airframe Carbon Fiber Composite Wingspan 10 feet Setup Time 4 minutes Packed Dimensions 36 × 45 × 13.5 in Wind Resistance Up to 18 mph Weather Rating IP53 / −15 to 43°C
NDAA 848 Compliant · Executive Order 13981 · Made in the USA.
Capabilities
What the E400 ISR Can Do

2-hour flight endurance — 120 Minutes at Full Operational Weight

Carry EO/IR payload + 4G radio bonded with point-to-point radio simultaneously

Modular open source architecture — adaptable to mission requirements

Vertical takeoff from confined areas — no runway or catapult required

Rapid battery swap for back-to-back sorties with minimal ground time

Single operator — box to flight in just 4 minutes

Available Payload Integrated & Validated
NextVision NightHawk2-UZ
NextVision NightHawk2-UZ Best-in-class EO/IR gimbal — unmatched power in an ultra-lightweight package
40×Total Zoom
320gWeight
720pIR Resolution
360°Pan Rotation

NightHawk2-UZ packs unmatched power into an ultra-lightweight, stabilized EO/IR gimbal. It delivers ×40 zoom (×20 optical + ×2 digital) and HD 1280×720 thermal and daylight imaging — ensuring crystal-clear visuals in any lighting condition. Its compact design and advanced stabilization with −45° to +135° pitch and 360° continuous yaw guarantee smooth, precise coverage across demanding missions.

Enhanced IR Sensor — long-range detection in total darkness, haze, smoke, or challenging weather. Reveals heat signatures with exceptional clarity at extended ranges.

Continuous 360° Coverage — uninterrupted situational awareness from every angle. Track moving targets, scan wide areas, and maintain lock without blind spots.

Continuous zoom enables operators to adapt quickly to mission needs — built for surveillance, reconnaissance, and target acquisition.

Additional payload integrations available — contact Event 38 to discuss your mission requirements.
E400 ISR — GCS & Radio
Ground Control Station
E38 Mission
Control

Intuitive mission planning, automated preflight checks, payload control and display — all from a lightweight, portable tablet-based ground control station.

Tablet-based GCS — lightweight and portable for rapid field deployment

Joystick or map-based point-and-click control of flight path and payload simultaneously

Automated preflight checks and mission planning built in

The E400 ISR is operated by a single operator — no second crew member required.
E400 ISR Tablet View
E400 ISR on grass
Available Radio Options
Microhard
Microhard pMDDL2450
Doodle Labs
Doodle Labs Mesh Rider
Elsight Halo
Elsight Halo
Microhard 2.4 GHz · License-Free · 256-bit AES
Doodle Labs Mesh Rider · Long Range
Elsight Halo Multi-link cellular connectivity
Event 38 Mobile Command Center
Mobile Infrastructure
Mobile Command
Center

Need a ready-to-deploy operations hub? The Event 38 Mobile Command Center integrates your GCS, radios, and communications into a single ruggedized, field-ready platform.

6'5" Interior Height
24hr+ Power Storage
Pt 108 Platform
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E400 ISR — Success Stories
Field Proven
Success Stories

Real missions. Real results. The E400 ISR deployed across defense, public safety, and maritime operations worldwide.

Philippine Coast Guard
Philippine Coast Guard
Payload NextVision NightHawk2-UZ EO/IR

The E400 ISR provides persistent overwatch and eyes in the sky as Philippine Coast Guard units patrol coastlines and territorial waters.

Mission Highlights
Search and rescue operations Maritime security and coastline patrol Supporting law enforcement and preventing illegal activities Supporting national defense efforts
Why E400 ISR

The extended flight time and lightweight EO/IR payload maximizes efficiency — the E400 ISR's rapid deployment capability keeps critical areas under persistent observation.

Maritime Security Search & Rescue Coast Guard
George Mason University Police
George Mason University Police
Payload NextVision Nighthawk EO/IR

After mission-focused upgrades, GMU Police put their E400 ISR through its paces — streaming live video flawlessly via DroneSense during public safety operations.

"The team at Event 38 did a great job, listening to feedback to make the E400 VTOL even more effective for specific public safety missions. The plane streamed DroneSense live video flawlessly using the NextVision Nighthawk sensor. Great vendors are invaluable."

Michael Lighthiser Deputy Chief of Police, George Mason University
Public Safety Law Enforcement Search & Rescue
Philippine Coast Guard
Payload NextVision NightHawk2-UZ EO/IR

The E400 ISR provides persistent overwatch and eyes in the sky as Philippine Coast Guard units patrol coastlines and territorial waters.

Mission Highlights
Search and rescue operations Maritime security and coastline patrol Supporting law enforcement and preventing illegal activities Supporting national defense efforts
Why E400 ISR

The extended flight time and lightweight EO/IR payload maximizes efficiency — the E400 ISR's rapid deployment capability keeps critical areas under persistent observation.

Maritime Security Search & Rescue Coast Guard
George Mason University Police
Payload NextVision Nighthawk EO/IR

After mission-focused upgrades, GMU Police put their E400 ISR through its paces — streaming live video flawlessly via DroneSense during public safety operations.

"The team at Event 38 did a great job, listening to feedback to make the E400 VTOL even more effective for specific public safety missions. The plane streamed DroneSense live video flawlessly using the NextVision Nighthawk sensor. Great vendors are invaluable."

Michael Lighthiser Deputy Chief of Police, George Mason University
Public Safety Law Enforcement Search & Rescue

E400 ISR — Documentation & Training
Operator Resources
Documentation
& Training

Event 38 provides a full suite of manuals and training resources to support your E400 ISR team from day one — whether you're integrating a custom payload, planning a mission, or running a classroom course.

Manuals
Payload Bay Integration Manual Manual
Payload Bay Integration Manual

All the technical details on how to integrate your payload into the E400 ISR — covering mechanical mounting, electrical interfaces, and software configuration.

Available to Customers
Operations Manual Manual
Operations Manual

Step-by-step operational procedures for the E400 ISR — pre-flight checks, launch, in-flight operations, landing, and emergency protocols.

Available to Customers
Maintenance Manual Manual
Maintenance Manual

Detailed maintenance schedules, inspection checklists, and repair procedures to keep the E400 ISR airworthy and mission-ready throughout its service life.

Available to Customers

All the technical details on how to integrate your payload into the E400 ISR — covering mechanical mounting, electrical interfaces, and software configuration.

Available to Customers

Step-by-step operational procedures for the E400 ISR — pre-flight checks, launch, in-flight operations, landing, and emergency protocols.

Available to Customers

Detailed maintenance schedules, inspection checklists, and repair procedures to keep the E400 ISR airworthy and mission-ready throughout its service life.

Available to Customers
Training
E400 ISR Classroom Training Training
E400 ISR Classroom Training

A structured set of training slides covering aircraft systems, pre-flight procedures, payload operations, and safety protocols — designed for classroom instruction.

Available to Customers
Ground Control Station Training Training
Ground Control Station (GCS) Overview

A complete guide to the E400 ISR GCS — setup, interface navigation, telemetry monitoring, and mission control during live flight operations.

Available to Customers
Field Training Training
Field Training

Hands-on field training covering E400 ISR assembly, launch procedures, real-time payload operation, and mission execution in operational environments.

Available to Customers

A structured set of training slides covering aircraft systems, pre-flight procedures, payload operations, and safety protocols — designed for classroom instruction.

Available to Customers

A complete guide to the E400 ISR GCS — setup, interface navigation, telemetry monitoring, and mission control during live flight operations.

Available to Customers

Hands-on field training covering E400 ISR assembly, launch procedures, real-time payload operation, and mission execution in operational environments.

Available to Customers
E400 ISR — Videos
See It In Action
E400 ISR In The Field
E400 ISR Variant
E400 ISR Variant

See the E400 ISR in action — demonstrating the fixed-wing VTOL's flight characteristics, payload integration, and operational capabilities in the field.

Watch

More E400 ISR videos coming soon — follow @Event38 on YouTube for the latest.

E400 ISR — CTA
Next Steps
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