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Custom UAS design and small-batch prototype development.

We develop unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV): airframes, component layouts, prototypes and build documentation. Our Dayton workshop supports US-based assembly and small-batch prototype manufacturing, with testing agreed around the platform and project requirements.

Custom UAS Design & Manufacturing

Custom drone design services cover airframe geometry, CAD, component selection, prototype assembly and US-based build support. Share the intended use, size, payload, timeline and documentation requirements so we can scope the work.

Aircraft component integration

Bring an existing design or a set of components. We can integrate the airframe, electronics and payload, then agree a test plan for fit, function and UAS platform performance.

Training & Inert Replica Manufacturing

Inert aircraft replicas for recognition training, plus display models for museums and educational programs.

Prototype with Parallax

We work with aerospace and UAV engineers across the globe to develop custom drone systems. From CAD and frame design to component integration, prototype assembly and testing, we help turn an idea into hardware you can evaluate and refine.

Discuss your prototype

Building a documented US drone supply chain.

We are seeking manufacturing and component partners for U.S.-made UAS and UGV systems, with NDAA compliance as a development goal. The work includes traceable sourcing, component documentation, assembly and a review of the requirements for each intended customer. Read our manufacturing partner announcement.

Looking for drones made in the USA or NDAA-compliant drones? Ask us about the particular configuration, component origins and supporting records for your project. US-based design and assembly alone do not establish finished-product origin or government approval.

Drone frames and CNC carbon-fiber machining.

For CNC carbon-fiber drone frames and US machining inquiries, send drawings, material requirements and quantities. We will discuss the manufacturing route and available capacity before quoting a drone frame service.

Defense Familiarization Concept

Red-team and OPFOR scenarios in a supervised lane.

For defense training, Arena can be configured to represent an opposing drone threat in a supervised exercise. Moving targets and scored rounds let participants repeat a scenario and review their observations with the operator.

  • Defined exercise boundaries and supervised drone operation
  • Supervised aircraft activity representing an opposing drone threat
  • Scores and timing to support discussion after each round
Concept render of Parallax Arena supporting a supervised military red-team or OPFOR drone familiarization exercise in a wooded training lane
Hands-on familiarization Inspect the aircraft and controls with an instructor.
Session review Equipment, observations and useful training notes.
Training formats

Choose a training format.

Choose an equipment briefing, hands-on familiarization or supervised flight session. We adjust the content to your group’s experience and learning goals.

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Equipment Briefing

Understand the airframe, camera, controller and video link before moving on to equipment handling or flight.

  • FPV aircraft and control-system overview
  • Cameras, controllers and video-link discussion
  • Learning objectives and operating requirements
Session activities

Possible session activities

A session can combine an equipment briefing, hands-on inspection, supervised flight, and discussion afterward.

  • M-01 Equipment Briefing FPV aircraft, controls, video links and the equipment needed for your session.
  • M-02 Equipment Familiarization Inspect airframes, controllers, cameras and video links with an instructor.
  • M-03 Live Demonstrations Observe supervised flight to understand aircraft movement, sound and visibility.
  • M-04 Supervised Flight Practice Aircraft handling and flight practice matched to the participants and site.
  • M-05 Venue or Event Demonstrations A demonstration for your audience, with equipment, staffing and setup agreed before the event.
  • M-06 Custom Session Support Tailored to your organization, location, audience and learning objectives.
Available Services

Training, engineering and detection evaluations

Discuss FPV training, drone engineering and passive detection evaluations as separate services. Aircraft testing and documentation are scoped around your project. Arena remains in development.

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UAS Engineering

Work with Parallax on airframe design, prototypes, component integration, and build testing.

Discuss a drone build →
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Detection Evaluations

Evaluate drone detection equipment against the questions that matter at your site.

Plan an evaluation →
Methodology

Training scope and operating requirements

We ask about your team, location, equipment, objectives, and available time. From those details, we propose the work and agree on the operating requirements.

Training combines supervised equipment use with time for questions and a review of the session.

Pricing

Project quotes.

The initial discussion is free. Describe the work you need so we can establish the scope and prepare a quote.

Quotes reflect the deliverables, equipment, staffing, travel, setup, and documentation your project requires.

Arena kit release

Parallax Arena is in development.

Parallax Arena is in development. Venues and operators can request project information. No Arena orders are being accepted.

Engage

Book a service or discuss a project.

Send your location, timeline, group size, and the training, engineering, or evaluation work you need.

Aircraft testing and technical documentation

Discuss your aircraft testing and documentation needs with Parallax. Share your platform, intended use, test objectives and required deliverables so we can confirm a suitable project scope.

For drone design, prototyping and small-batch builds, review the engineering services and prototype examples on this page. Component origin and manufacturing scope are confirmed for each project.

Discuss testing and documentation