ISR & Surveillance

VTOL ISR Drone Sensor Selection: EO/IR, SAR Radar, and LiDAR — Which Payload Fits Your Mission?

Choosing the wrong sensor payload for an ISR mission is one of the most expensive mistakes a procurement officer can make. This guide breaks down EO/IR cameras, SAR radar, and LiDAR — their strengths, limitations, and the mission profiles each serves best on long-endurance VTOL platforms.