American Robotics’ Kestrel System Adopted by Major U.S. Public Safety Organization for Drone Detection

Ondas Holdings Inc., a provider of private industrial wireless networks and commercial drone solutions, announced that its subsidiary, American Robotics Inc., has received a purchase order from a major urban public safety organization in the U.S. for its Kestrel system.

The Kestrel system is American Robotics’ premier solution for drone detection, Counter-UAS (C-UAS), and airspace management. It offers comprehensive situational awareness and a detect-and-avoid capability to support autonomous aerial operations.

Timothy “T3” Tenne, CEO of American Robotics, stated, “We are thrilled to see the Kestrel system adopted by this major public safety agency in the United States. The ability to detect, track, and manage airborne threats is crucial for maintaining security in sensitive environments. The Kestrel system is designed to meet the evolving needs of airspace management, offering a flexible, high-performance solution that is ready to support missions of critical importance and enhance public safety.”

The Kestrel system is available in both active and passive detection configurations, allowing for versatile deployment in fixed and mobile applications. Beyond C-UAS and drone detection, Kestrel can be integrated with American Robotics’ Optimus System to enable fully remote autonomous drone operations when Optimus is used for aerial security and inspection.

The system has demonstrated its capabilities through multiple U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waivers, confirming its effectiveness in active mission environments. This new deployment aims to provide layered security for high-visibility public events, where airspace awareness and safety are important for public safety officials. The Kestrel’s advanced sensor technology is intended to enhance the safety and protection of critical airspace.