WOODINVILLE, WA | August 19, 2026 – Gremsy USA, a member of Gremsy ecosystem, a global leader in manufacturing advanced camera payload systems for UAVs and Robotics, is participating in the upcoming Freefly Fest, an annual event organized by Freefly Systems, a USA-based drone manufacturer.
At the event, Gremsy USA will showcase the ultimate integration between its cutting-edge VIO Dovetail camera payload which combines EO/IR and Laser Rangefinder integrated seamlessly with the Blue Approved Freefly Astro platform. Live demonstrations during the event are expected to highlight how Gremsy’s imaging intelligence serves as the indispensable core that completes Freefly’s payload ecosystem.
The "Blue Cleared" Advantage: Bringing Secure Vision to the Astro
Having secured its spot in the prestigious U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Blue Cleared list, Gremsy’s VIO Dovetail is recognized as a highly secure, government-approved camera payload system. It does not act as a mere add-on; instead, the VIO Dovetail serves as the definitive "eyes" of the Freefly Astro Quadcopter. By fusing advanced electro-optical (EO), thermal (IR), and laser-ranging capabilities into a NDAA-compliant package, the integration unlocks the drone's true potential for high-stakes missions. This system is engineered to deliver immediate operational value across critical applications:
- Public Safety: Allowing first responders to locate targets through smoke, dense foliage, or complete darkness using dual EO/IR sensors.
- Critical Infrastructure Inspection: Detecting physical and thermal anomalies on industrial assets using high-resolution zoom and precise laser range finder.
- Aerial Intelligence Missions: Providing secure, high-level situational awareness and target tracking in high-risk environments.
Compatible Mounting: VIO Dovetail Eliminating Field Downtime
The VIO Dovetail enables quick, secure integration with the Astro platform, allowing rapid deployment for a wide range of professional UAV missions. As a fully compatible payload, it expands Astro’s capabilities for demanding operational applications.
Discussing the role of the VIO Dovetail within this ecosystem, Ryan Le, CEO at Gremsy USA, stated: "The US drone market is undergoing a critical flight-to-security transition, where the demand for trusted, domestic-compliant aerial platforms still high-performance has never been more urgent. Freefly has built an incredible architecture in the Astro. By integrating our camera payload, VIO Dovetail, we are providing the modular imaging intelligence that is US government approved, giving this platform its true mission readiness.”
Interactive Product Experience for Event Attendees
Freefly Fest 2026 will gather systems integrators and UAV industry professionals within Freefly Systems’ network. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to observe live demonstrations to assess the real-world performance of the Astro and VIO Dovetail integration in autonomous flight operations.
At Freefly Fest 2026, Gremsy USA will provide direct consultations to help clients seamlessly integrate the VIO Dovetail payload with the Astro platform. Additionally, exclusive event-specific documentations will be distributed to assist operators in the field.
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