The E384-Heavy is a special configuration of the E384 that is built to meet user specifications. Using flaps to increase lift at low speeds, the E384-Heavy can take off and land at up to 9 pounds MTOW. Even at this high weight, it is possible to hand launch and belly-land the aircraft, so you don’t need to carry bulky launch or recovery equipment to the flying site. The larger fuselage volume allows it to carry even the largest cameras in landscape orientation, for the maximum mapping efficiency. The E384-Heavy can cover as much as 1,900 acres (770Ha) at 400′ (120m) AGL or 4,200 acres (1,700Ha) at 3.9cm/pixel with the Sony RX1R II.

The E384-Heavy can be modified to carry other payloads like the FLIR Duo Pro R for security applications, or even small parcels for delivery to remote locations. Founder of Event 38, Jeff Taylor, says, “The Heavy configuration addresses the needs of serious UAS operations that are now taking on the kinds of mapping work previously reserved for light aircraft. It is now conceivable to map dozens of square kilometers a day with a portable drone, or to perform surveys of remote sites 10km or more from the nearest launch site.”

The E384-Heavy can be tailored to each type of mission for best performance. Contact us to discuss your project.