Teal 2 (Golden Eagle)
Tactical quadcopter
The Teal 2 (Golden Eagle) is a compact, rugged, and rapidly deployable Group 1 tactical quadcopter designed for short-range intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, and is part of the Blue UAS Cleared list.
Mission Profile
The Teal 2 serves as a critical asset for tactical ISR, providing immediate situational awareness for military, law enforcement, and government users. Its primary role is to deliver high-resolution imagery and video in close-quarters and complex environments, enabling rapid decision-making on the battlefield or during critical operations. The platform is engineered for ease of use and rapid deployment, allowing operators to quickly establish an aerial vantage point to observe targets, conduct perimeter security, or support search and rescue efforts.
Adherence to the Blue UAS Cleared list signifies that the Teal 2 meets stringent cybersecurity, supply chain, and operational requirements set by the U.S. Department of Defense. This ensures its suitability for sensitive government missions, providing a secure and reliable tool for front-line reconnaissance and surveillance. Its design emphasizes resilience and performance in challenging weather conditions, making it a versatile tool for diverse operational contexts.
Key Features
- ▸Blue UAS Cleared for U.S. Department of Defense and government use
- ▸Modular payload system, often featuring Teledyne FLIR Hadron 640R dual thermal-optical camera
- ▸Rugged, all-weather design for operations in diverse environments
- ▸Compact and rapidly deployable in under 60 seconds
- ▸Secure data link and encrypted communications
- ▸Autonomous flight capabilities with advanced navigation
- ▸Open-architecture software platform for integration and customization
Specifications
- configuration
- Quadcopter
- endurance
- Over 30 minutes
- payload
- Up to approximately 1 kg
- propulsion
- Electric motors, battery-powered
- range
- Approximately 5 km (3.1 miles)
- speed
- Up to 20 m/s (45 mph)
Notable Operators
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About the Manufacturer
Teal Drones, part of Red Cat Holdings, builds Blue UAS-cleared small unmanned aircraft for the US military, federal agencies, and allied forces — with an emphasis on tactical ISR for soldier and squad-level operations.