The next evolution of France’s Elistair tethered drone systems made its debut at Milipol 2025, introducing a dual-payload upgrade that packs persistent intelligence and secure comms into a single lift.
The Khronos Dual Payload fuses a Silvus StreamCaster 4200P tactical radio with a Nextvision DragonEye2 electro-optical camera, creating a compact platform built for multi-mission ops.
It can be fitted to tethered drones, turning them into aerial masts that extend mesh networks and provide real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), even in GPS-denied environments.
This keeps military units informed and networked, giving them situational awareness where it matters most.
Designed for rapid deployment, the payload supports both special operations and conventional units, offering a flexible, resilient tool that keeps coverage persistent while reducing logistical strain.
Around-the-Clock Advantage
The dual-payload upgrade keeps the core strengths of the tethered platform: 24-hour endurance and a maximum altitude of 60 meters (197 feet).
This persistent presence gives commanders a dependable layer of coverage without the downtime or recharge cycles of battery-powered drones.
Elistair said the system is designed to meet modern battlefield demands for interoperability and multi-mission capability.
By merging digital communications and real-time ISR on one operator-controlled platform, it reportedly streamlines operations while giving units faster, more informed decisions.
