E455 — Section 1: Hero
Fixed-Wing VTOL · Group II UAS
THE
E455
BVLOS ApprovedMultiple Waivers Approved Nationwide · Part 108 Ready
2 Hours EnduranceFull Endurance at Maximum 7lb Payload
7 lb Payload — Up to 12 lbs Available7 Pounds to Remain Under 55lbs · Up to 12 Pounds Available
Made in the USADesigned & Built in Richfield, Ohio · Deployable World-Wide
39–47 mph Cruise SpeedDash up to 58mph Capable
E455
E455 Drone
True BVLOS250' AGL
CompliantNDAA 848
Field Proven
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E455 — Section 3: Intro
E455 in flight
Technician with E455
Overview
Introducing
the E455 A fully autonomous fixed-wing VTOL drone with multiple power configurations and a heavier payload capacity.

The E455 is our largest fixed-wing vertical takeoff and landing drone. It carries 7 pounds of payload over 2 hours while staying under 55lbs total weight. Where allowed, the E455 can fly at up to 60 pounds takeoff weight, carrying 12 pounds of useful payload.

It uses a removable payload bay with open architecture at the center of gravity to allow maximum utility. Event 38 designs and builds the E455 in house, maintaining maximum control and flexibility over both hardware and software.

The E455 is NDAA 848 compliant.

NDAA 848 Compliant Open Architecture Built In-House Removable Payload Bay

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.

E455 — Section 4: Payload
E455 payload
Capabilities
More, Larger
Payload Options
With a 12 lb Carrying Capacity

It carries 7 pounds of payload over 2 hours while staying under 55lbs total weight. Where allowed, the E455 can fly at up to 60 pounds takeoff weight, carrying 12 pounds of useful payload.

3D printed or carbon fiber shell carries payload — files available for customer modification

Electrical interface provides power, Ethernet, TTL/PWM, serial, and CAN ports to flight controller

Combined payloads and additional edge computing possible

Popular Available Payloads
Surveillance
Surveillance
  • NextVision Raptor 360
  • NextVision Nighthawk 2-UZ 360
  • NextVision Dragoneye
  • Trilium HD25, HD40, HD45, HD59
Mapping
Mapping
  • Sony ILX-LR1
  • Phase One P5
  • RESEPI Lidar
  • Micasense Altum-PT
  • Sensys R4 Magnetometer
Custom Integrations
Custom Integrations
  • Centum Lifeseeker IMSI Catcher
  • Edge Compute
  • EW, SIGINT Payloads
  • Radar
  • NextVision Raptor 360
  • NextVision Nighthawk 2-UZ 360
  • NextVision Dragoneye
  • Trilium HD25, HD40, HD45, HD59
  • Sony ILX-LR1
  • Phase One P5
  • RESEPI Lidar
  • Micasense Altum-PT
  • Sensys R4 Magnetometer
  • Centum Lifeseeker IMSI Catcher
  • Edge Compute
  • EW, SIGINT Payloads
  • Radar
We can integrate your payload with the flight controller and GCS software so that you can control it remotely, or so it can control the aircraft directly.
E455 — Section 5: C2 / Radio
Command & Control
Multiple Radio
C2 Options

Multiple radio options for low and high data rate command and control. Pairing 4G or satellite with point-to-point radio solutions — the E455 operates wherever the mission demands.

All radio integrations are validated with the E455 flight controller and GCS software for seamless plug-and-play deployment.
E455 and team
Available Radio Options
Doodle Labs Mesh Rider
Doodle Labs Mesh Rider
Silvus Streamcaster
Silvus Streamcaster
Elsight Halo
Elsight Halo
Microhard pMDDL2450
Microhard pMDDL2450
Persistent Systems MPU5
Persistent Systems MPU5
RFD900Point-to-point long range
Viasat GotonomiSatellite communications
SpaceX StarlinkSatellite broadband
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
Part 108 Platform
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E455 — Success Stories
Field Proven
Success Stories

Real missions. Real results. The E455 deployed across defense, public safety, and scientific operations worldwide.

Florida State Guard
Florida State Guard
Custom Payload Centum Lifeseeker Mini

Utilized Centum's Lifeseeker technology to locate individuals in distress or imminent danger.

Application

E455 VTOL systems deployed to the Florida State Guard for training and operational readiness across emergency response and public safety missions statewide.

Emergency Response Public Safety
Alaska ISR Demonstration
Alaska ISR Demonstration
Custom Payload NextVision Raptor EO/IR

Provided real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) during U.S. Army training operations in Alaska's Arctic conditions.

Capabilities Demonstrated
Call for Fire support Communications relay between operational units Full-motion video streaming to handheld devices Successful relay of target coordinates Reliable performance in cold-weather environments Seamless integration with TAK infrastructure
U.S. Army ISR Arctic Ops
Los Alamos National Labs
Los Alamos National Labs

Event 38 supported integrating a challenging payload and flying in a demanding environment on two E455s and two E400s.

Results

The aircraft successfully detected orphaned oil wells and covered more ground than any other drone flown by other labs — demonstrating the E455's range and endurance advantage in scientific survey operations.

Scientific Survey Environmental
Florida State Guard
Custom Payload Centum Lifeseeker Mini

Utilized Centum's Lifeseeker technology to locate individuals in distress or imminent danger.

Application

E455 VTOL systems deployed to the Florida State Guard for training and operational readiness across emergency response and public safety missions statewide.

Emergency Response Public Safety
Alaska ISR Demonstration
Custom Payload NextVision Raptor EO/IR

Provided real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) during U.S. Army training operations in Alaska's Arctic conditions.

Capabilities Demonstrated
Call for Fire support Communications relay between operational units Full-motion video streaming to handheld devices Successful relay of target coordinates Reliable performance in cold-weather environments Seamless integration with TAK infrastructure
U.S. Army ISR Arctic Ops
Los Alamos National Labs

Event 38 supported integrating a challenging payload and flying in a demanding environment on two E455s and two E400s.

Results

The aircraft successfully detected orphaned oil wells and covered more ground than any other drone flown by other labs — demonstrating the E455's range and endurance advantage in scientific survey operations.

Scientific Survey Environmental

E455 — Resources & Documentation
Operator Resources
Documentation
& Training

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

Manuals
Payload Bay Integration ManualManual
Payload Bay Integration Manual

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

Available to Customers
Operations ManualManual
Operations Manual

Step-by-step operational procedures for the E455 — pre-flight checks, launch, in-flight operations, landing, and emergency protocols.

Available to Customers
Maintenance ManualManual
Maintenance Manual

Detailed maintenance schedules, inspection checklists, and repair procedures to keep the E455 airworthy and mission-ready throughout its service life.

Available to Customers
Payload Bay Integration Manual

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

Available to Customers
Operations Manual

Step-by-step operational procedures for the E455 — pre-flight checks, launch, in-flight operations, landing, and emergency protocols.

Available to Customers
Maintenance Manual

Detailed maintenance schedules, inspection checklists, and repair procedures to keep the E455 airworthy and mission-ready throughout its service life.

Available to Customers
Training
E455 Classroom TrainingTraining
E455 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 TrainingTraining
Ground Control Station Overview

A complete guide to the E455 GCS — setup, interface navigation, telemetry monitoring, and mission control during live flight operations.

Available to Customers
Field TrainingTraining
Field Training

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

Available to Customers
E455 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
GCS Training

A complete guide to the E455 GCS — setup, interface navigation, telemetry monitoring, and mission control during live flight operations.

Available to Customers
Field Training

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

Available to Customers
E455 — Videos
See It In Action
E455 In The Field
E455 Field Demo
E455 Field Demo

Watch the E455 in action during a live field demonstration, showcasing the aircraft's capabilities and operational performance in real-world conditions.

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BVLOS with Casia Iris DAA
BVLOS with Casia Iris Detect & Avoid

The E455 carries the Casia Iris 3-Camera Detect and Avoid system to fly beyond visual line of sight. Approved for hundreds of miles of true BVLOS flight including on nationwide waivers.

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E455 Alaska U.S. Army Demo
Alaska ISR — U.S. Army Exercise

Successful completion of a live operational demonstration in Alaska supporting a U.S. Army training exercise, featuring the E455 with NextVision Raptor payload and Silvus networking hardware.

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E455 with Centum Lifeseeker Demo
E455 with Centum Lifeseeker Demo

The E455 equipped with the Centum Lifeseeker payload — demonstrating the aircraft's ability to locate individuals in distress as part of emergency response and public safety missions.

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E455 Field Demo
E455 Field Demo

Watch the E455 in action during a live field demonstration, showcasing the aircraft's capabilities and operational performance in real-world conditions.

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BVLOS with Casia Iris DAA
BVLOS with Casia Iris Detect & Avoid

Approved for hundreds of miles of true BVLOS flight including on nationwide waivers.
Alaska ISR
Alaska ISR — U.S. Army Exercise

Live operational demo supporting a U.S. Army training exercise with NextVision Raptor payload.
Centum Lifeseeker Demo
E455 with Centum Lifeseeker Demo

Demonstrating the aircraft's ability to locate individuals in distress for emergency response missions.
E455 — Section 8: CTA
Next Steps
Ready to Fly
the E455? Contact us to discuss your application and payload needs. Demonstration flights are available depending on your schedule and location.
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