MQ-X Albatross

Level 4 autonomous eVTOL glider drone with solar-assisted flight

The BLIP Industries MQ‑X Albatross is a runway‑independent, long‑endurance UAV with Edge‑AI navigation, LiDAR SLAM mapping, and global comms via Starlink, LTE/5G mesh, and SATCOM.

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Core capabilities

  • VTOL glider drone; autonomous VTOL UAV
  • Runway‑independent vertical takeoff and landing
  • Solar‑assisted endurance with self‑recharging

Navigation & autonomy

  • Level 4 autonomous drone with Edge AI
  • LiDAR SLAM navigation and autonomous route‑planning
  • AI/ML mapping and obstacle awareness

Payload & sensing

  • Modular EO/IR, LiDAR, thermal imaging
  • Multispectral agriculture; gas and radiation detection
  • SIGINT/RF surveillance; optional loitering‑capable configuration

Technical specs

  • Wingspan: 10 ft
  • Max takeoff weight: 55 lb
  • Endurance (solar‑assist): 6–8 hr
  • Endurance (battery): 4–6 hr
  • Ceiling: up to 15,000 ft
  • Control range: up to 9 miles RC
  • Comms: Starlink, LTE/5G mesh, SATCOM relay

Comms & control

  • Starlink‑enabled UAV; SATCOM relay
  • Mesh networking (LTE/5G)
  • Long‑range RC and global coverage