Unmanned Aerial Systems
Ready To Fly Industrial
Heavy Lift Drones
Our vision is a future where the usability, reliability, and safety of small unmanned aircraft allow them to become a value-added part of everyday industrial operations and specialized missions.
Industrial Heavy Lift Drones
Made in the USA 
Explore our lineup of NDAA compliant heavy-duty industrial UAV designed to enhance deliveries, improve flight time and reduce operational risk. We take our clients visions and turn them into their working realities.
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ASW and Stearns Bank: Pioneering a New Era in UAV Financing
At Aero Systems West (ASW), we have always been committed to innovation, safety, and accessibility in the field of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Our mission is to transform drones into valuable assets for various industries, and today, we are proud...
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When the mission matters, fly with ASW.
ASW was formed in 2015. Our founders are private flight school owners, collegiate aviation professors, human factors engineers, mechanical engineers, and unmanned systems engineers with UAS experience in both government and civilian sectors.




Realizing the KAYAKU Spirit
Safety as a Standard™
With the support of Nippon Kayaku Company, ASW is working towards becoming the global leader in offering industrial grade drones with safety system integration as a standard feature.
Expert Engineering Solutions to Meet Your Payload Needs

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FAQ
What Payloads Are Available?
Payloads ranging from precision agriculture sensors to counter-UAS and package delivery systems have been integrated with our aircraft.
Common payloads can be integrated with an off-the-shelf payload tray. For unique payloads, our experienced team can design a bolt-on interface tailored to your mission.
Our aircraft are designed to work with nearly any payload—whether it exists today or will be released years from now.
Does ASW Offer Training Courses?
ASW offers training courses for all of the systems we sell. In-depth sessions are available for novice operators and those without existing certifications, while short courses are available for more experienced pilots simply requiring familiarity training on their new vehicle. Additionally, currency days with factory certified trainers are available for those who need to log flight time for operational requirements.
Does ASW offer OEM Course Assistance?
In addition to conducting training, ASW has helped multiple sUAS manufactures develop OEM courses to complement their products. If you have a new system ready for market and wish to offer the best value to your clients, please consider contacting ASW to develop a customized training solution.
Does ASW Offer Engineering Services?
The team at ASW has extensive experience providing complex unmanned systems to civil and government customers. We can provide expert solutions to meet your requirements. Our services include:
Full Systems Engineering Support
OEM Design, Integration, & Custom Builds
Payload Design
Software Design
Consultation
Does ASW offer a safety system?
Yes, through our sister company, PARASAFE
In July of 2021, Aero Systems West, Inc. was acquired by Nippon Kayaku Company. This acquisition further advanced our commitment to enabling UAS flight safety. Nippon Kayaku Company has contributed to UAS safety through the development of high reliability fast deploying parachute safety devices. Through this acquisition, Nippon Kayaku Company and ASW have unified their visions and goals to deliver “Safety as a Standard.”
Does ASW offer accident protection?
All DroneCare Complete customers who have completed their training are eligible for Accident Protection.
Does ASW offer a maintenance plan?
We provide hassle-free regular maintenance by aviation experts to keep your drone working well for years
Simply use our pre-paid shipping label; we’ll check every nut and bolt, replace any worn-out parts, and ensure all subsystems are fully upgraded
Does ASW Offer A Warranty?
With our ONE YEAR Limited Warranty, our experienced customer service team will repair any unforeseen issues.
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Unmanned Aerial Systems
Versatile ASW heavy lift multi-rotor drones excel at long range and heavy lifting.