AirSentinel AMS

Overview

The AirSentinel AMS V8 is a mission-grade drone detection platform designed for real-world security operations, not constant screen monitoring. It delivers fast, actionable airspace intelligence and pushes it directly to the people who need it in seconds. AirSentinel alerts can be configured to send automatically to any security team member or law enforcement officer. When a drone is detected, recipients receive:

• A text message with the pilot’s location
• A live tracking link showing both the drone and pilot in real time
• Compatibility with any smartphone — no app download and no login required

This alert-first design is how the majority of AirSentinel users operate the system. Teams do not sit and watch dashboards. Instead, intelligence is pushed instantly to responders, enabling rapid dispatch and pilot interdiction without active monitoring. Combined with AirSentinel’s 1–3 second alert pipeline and real-time flight track acquisition, this approach allows users to move from detection to action in seconds often dispatching personnel in under 10 seconds from initial detection.

Real-World Field Proven

Deployed by major U.S. law enforcement, private security teams, and Fortune 500 companies for over three years, the AMS V8 has been validated in demanding operational environments where reliability and speed matter. (Field deployment track record)

Honest Range Performance

AirSentinel publishes field-validated range figures — not inflated marketing numbers:

• ~3 miles reliable LOS (standard antennas)
• 10+ miles possible under favorable conditions
• Optional Directional/high-gain options capable of 20+ miles LOS in remote terrain Rather than relying on a single long-range antenna, AirSentinel often recommends sensor meshing for faster time-to-first alert and higher confidence coverage. Reach out to your reseller or AirSentinel for a site analysis.

Key Highlights

• Advanced MIMO RF Detection: Superior sensitivity and signal analysis in high-interference environments
• 1–3 Second Alert Pipeline over cellular: Flight track to actionable alert faster than comparable systems -50ms on via our local API
• Cloud & Mobile Access Included: Unlimited users, real-time visualization, logging, and historical analysis and patterns of life intelligence tools. 
• Flexible Deployment: Fixed or mobile installation with optional SDR upgrades
• Sensor Meshing Support: Multi-sensor coordination for faster track acquisition and higher confidence

Key Specifications

Detection & RF

• Frequency Bands: RID Detection 2.4 GHz – 5.8 GHz; Optional Pro SDR: 40 MHz – 6 GHz Wifi & Bluetooth
• Detection Range (standard): Up to ~3+ miles in every direction (6 mi radius)
• Enhanced (additional antennas): Up to ~20+ miles in every direction (40 mi radius)
• Direction Finding Accuracy: ~2° RMS under good conditions
• Latency: ~1 second
• Scanning Method: Real-time spectrum scanning 

Interfaces & Connectivity

• Ethernet
• Wi-Fi
• Integrated LTE/5G with Verizon (Dual SIM network redundancy)
• Local API for counter-drone and C2/CAC targeting integration

Mounting & Installation

• Mounts on poles, walls, or existing structures
• Antennas mount directly to unit or remote-mounted for optimal coverage

Power & Environmental

• Power Supply: POE 90w 802.3bt or AC 120V
• Operating Temperature: –20°F to 120°F
• IP Rating: IP65 ruggedized enclosure for outdoor use
• Installation: Fixed or mobile scenarios

Software & Features

• Automatic drone detection & event logging
• Cloud access & mobile app included with unlimited users
• Historical analysis & reporting
• Local API for security integrations
• No seat or per-user license fees

Cloud & Mobile Platform

Every AMS subscription includes full access to the AirSentinel Cloud Platform and mobile app, enabling:

• Real-time visualization of drone detections and flight tracks
• Historical data analysis and event export
• Unlimited user access with no per-seat fees
• Cross-agency and team collaboration with shared alerts
• Unlimited Watchlists/GeoFences
• SMS & Voice Notifications

Ideal Use Cases

• Airports and aviation hubs
• Critical infrastructure protection
• Law enforcement and public safety
• Large events and venues
• Private security deployments

Summary

The AirSentinel AMS V8 is a mission-grade drone detection system built to deliver fast, actionable airspace intelligence without constant monitoring. Featuring advanced MIMO RF detection, 1–3 second cellular alerts, real-time drone and pilot tracking, and field-validated detection ranges of approximately 3+ miles with standard antennas, it enables security teams and law enforcement to respond quickly to drone activity.

Overview

The AirSentinel AMS Pro SDR Upgrade expands the detection capabilities of the AirSentinel AMS platform by adding advanced software-defined radio (SDR) processing. This upgrade enables visibility into legacy and non-Remote ID drones, closing critical detection gaps while preserving AirSentinel’s industry-leading speed and operational simplicity. The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade is designed for real-world security operations where fast detection, legal compliance, and actionable intelligence matter more than experimental or high-risk capabilities.

Why the SDR Upgrade Matters

Remote ID addresses only part of the drone threat landscape. Many commonly flown consumer drones:

• Do not broadcast Remote ID
• Operate at low power
• Are intentionally or unintentionally non-compliant

As a result, Remote ID-only systems can leave security teams blind to a significant portion of real-world drone activity. The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade closes this gap by expanding RF detection beyond Remote ID signals without introducing operational complexity or legal risk.

Expanded Detection Capabilities

Legacy DJI Drone Detection

The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade currently supports detection of legacy DJI drones, including models that do not transmit FAA Remote ID data.

DJI Mini Series Detection

The system supports detection of the following DJI Mini models:

• DJI Mini
• DJI Mini 2
• DJI Mini 3
• DJI Mini 4

These drones are among the most commonly encountered UAVs due to their small size, low acoustic signature, and limited regulatory requirements — making them frequent platforms for unauthorized or suspicious flights.

How the SDR Upgrade Works

The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade enhances the AMS sensor with advanced RF processing and signal analysis, enabling the system to:

• Monitor a broader range of frequencies
• Identify drone transmission characteristics beyond Remote ID
• Correlate detections into real-time flight tracks
• Deliver actionable alerts without added latency

All processing is performed on-sensor, preserving AirSentinel’s fast detection pipeline and eliminating reliance on delayed cloud processing.

Speed Preserved — No Operational Tradeoffs

Unlike many SDR-based systems that introduce delay, the AMS Pro SDR Upgrade maintains AirSentinel’s industry-leading performance:

• 1–3 seconds from flight track acquisition to notification
• Alerts delivered via SMS, mobile app, and cloud dashboard
• No requirement for continuous monitoring

Detection intelligence is pushed directly to responders, enabling rapid dispatch and pilot interdiction without additional staffing or screen-watching.

Legal Compliance & Signal Handling

No Decryption Performed

The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade does not perform signal decryption.

The system detects and analyzes RF characteristics and transmission patterns only, without decrypting or decoding encrypted command-and-control data, payloads, or communications.

This design ensures:

• Compliance with applicable U.S. laws and regulations
• Safe deployment for commercial, enterprise, public safety, and state/local government users
• Clear separation between detection and restricted signal exploitation activities

The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade has been reviewed for legal compliance and is explicitly designed to operate within detection-only boundaries.

Federal-Only Capabilities (Pro Max Module)

For qualified federal partners with appropriate authority, AirSentinel offers a separate Pro Max module that includes advanced capabilities such as signal decryption. Key distinctions include:

• Pro Max is not included with the AMS Pro SDR Upgrade
• Pro Max is not commercially available
• Pro Max is provided only to authorized federal partners

This strict separation ensures that:

• Commercial and enterprise deployments remain compliant
• Resellers are never placed in a position of over-promising restricted functionality
• Federal customers receive mission-appropriate capabilities under proper authority

Future-Ready, Software-Evolving Platform

The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade is designed as a software-evolving capability, with:

• Ongoing RF signature library updates
• Detection logic improvements as new drone models emerge
• Over-the-air updates with no on-site service required

This ensures long-term relevance as drone technologies and transmission methods evolve.

Key Specifications

Detection & RF

• Expanded Frequency Coverage: ~40 MHz – 6 GHz
• Detection Targets: Legacy DJI drones, DJI Mini series, and additional non-Remote ID platforms
• Processing: On-sensor SDR analysis optimized for low-latency detection

Integration

• Fully compatible with existing AirSentinel AMS sensors
• Seamless integration with:
  
  • AirSentinel Cloud Platform
  • Mobile applications
  • SMS and voice alerting
  • Local and cloud APIs

Ideal Use Cases

• Airports and aviation environments
• Law enforcement and public safety operations
• Critical infrastructure protection
• Large events and venues
• Urban and suburban security deployments
• Facilities where Remote ID compliance cannot be assumed

Reseller & Buyer Highlights

• Expands detection beyond Remote ID
• Supports legacy DJI and DJI Mini / Mini 2 / Mini 3 / Mini 4 detection
• No signal decryption performed — detection-only, compliance-reviewed
• Federal-only Pro Max module available separately for authorized partners
• Preserves 1–3 second alert pipeline
• Fully integrated with cloud, mobile, and SMS alerting
• No added operational burden

Summary

The AMS Pro SDR Upgrade enhances the AirSentinel AMS platform with expanded detection coverage while maintaining speed, simplicity, and legal compliance. It provides organizations with broader visibility into real-world drone activity — without introducing restricted capabilities, operational risk, or compliance concerns — and preserves a clear path for federal-only enhancements through AirSentinel’s Pro Max module.