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The complete autonomous drone ecosystem.

Aircraft, docking, software, and regulatory expertise, engineered to work as one. IDI delivers end-to-end drone autonomy for emergency services and critical industries.

The IDI Ecosystem

One ecosystem. End to end.

Most providers sell you a box. IDI delivers the whole operation: the aircraft in the air, the dock on the ground, the software in your control room, and the regulatory pathway that makes it legal to fly. One accountable partner, from first conversation to live operations.

Aircraft

Aircraft for every mission.

Fly the proven platforms your team trusts today, and the UK-built capability built for Drone as First Responder tomorrow.

DJI Enterprise drones supported by IDI

DJI Enterprise drones

Integrate the industry's most capable enterprise aircraft, DJI Matrice and beyond, directly into the IDI platform. Proven from day one, fully supported, and natively integrated with IDI Fly and IDI docking.

  • Industry-leading sensors, zoom and thermal
  • Native integration with IDI Fly and IDI Docks
  • Rapid deployment with hardware your team already knows
IDI Aquila UAS DFR quadcopter in police livery Launching Q4 2026

IDI Aquila UAS

Sovereign capability, purpose-built for DFR. The IDI Aquila is our UK-designed and built quadcopter, engineered from the ground up for emergency response and demanding professional operations.

  • Onboard parachute and navigation LEDs for safe, compliant flight
  • 50-minute flight time with swappable thermal and zoom payloads
  • Edge AI processing and emergency-services blue-light add-on
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Docking

Docking, your way.

Deploy on the industry-standard DJI Dock 3, or choose sovereign UK-built IDI docking for ruggedised, off-grid 24/7 readiness. Either way, it runs on IDI Fly.

DJI Dock 3 deployed on site

DJI Dock 3

Get airborne in seconds on the industry's most widely deployed docking platform. IDI integrates and operates DJI Dock 3 within the wider ecosystem, so you can start fast with proven hardware and command it all from one place.

  • Operated and managed through IDI Fly
  • Rapid, automated launch for DFR and inspection
  • A fast, low-risk route into automated operations
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UK-built IDI docking stations

Sovereign, rugged, and off-grid capable. Designed and manufactured in the UK for BVLOS operations where resilience and control matter most.

IDI Fly command and control interface

Software

One platform to command it all.

IDI Fly is the browser-based command centre for your entire operation. Plan missions, launch with one click, stream live video to your control room, and manage every dock and aircraft (DJI or IDI) from a single map.

  • One-click launch integrated with CAD and control-room systems
  • Live video share and a common operating picture for every responder
  • Multi-drone control, AI tracking, and automatic safe routing
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IDI regulatory and CAA pathway support

End-to-end services

We don't just sell drones. We get you flying, legally.

Hardware is only half the story. IDI takes you from concept to live operations with the regulatory expertise, consultancy, and support that turn a drone into a working programme.

Regulatory pathway support

Our specialists guide you through CAA requirements to operate Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) without a visual observer, building your safety case from day one.

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Consultancy & programme design

From concept of operations to data-driven dock placement and phased rollout, we help you design a programme that delivers measurable value and a clear path to scale.

Plan your programme

Training, certification & 24/7 support

Bring your team to operational standard with hands-on training and certification, backed by round-the-clock support so your operations never stop.

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Custom engineering

Need something the catalogue doesn't cover?

We design and build bespoke docking stations and custom UAVs in the UK. The Aquila and our ADS range started exactly this way. Bring us your mission and constraints.

Start building your drone programme.

Calculate your ROI

See the operational and financial case for an automated drone programme in your organisation, in minutes.

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Book a live demonstration

See the IDI ecosystem in action. We fly real-time missions in a focused 30-minute session tailored to your use case.

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Talk to an expert

Tell us about your operation and we will help you map the right aircraft, docking, software, and regulatory pathway.

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Trusted by industry leaders

NPCC
Thames Valley Police
Hampshire Constabulary
Outfield
DroneAg
Energy Robotics

Ready to see the numbers?

Build the business case in minutes with our ROI calculator, or talk to our team about the right ecosystem for your operation.