Flyability wins Airwards’ Survey and Inspection award

Over the past year, Flyability has made headlines with the use of its Elios drones in some of the most extreme environments. From the icy depths of Greenland’s ice caves to the dangerous remnants of the Chernobyl nuclear site, and even high up in the Swiss Alps where a dam is being constructed over a mile above sea level, Flyability has proven that its indoor drones can go where humans cannot.

Beyond these dramatic missions, the Elios 2 has become an essential tool across multiple industries. Companies have saved millions in inspection costs and significantly reduced downtime, all while eliminating thousands of hours of risky confined space entry for workers. This real-world impact has not gone unnoticed.

This week, Airwards announced Flyability as the winner in the Survey and Inspection category, recognizing the company’s groundbreaking work in making inspections safer, faster, and more cost-effective.

“We are deeply honored to have our mission of using drones instead of humans for dangerous indoor inspections recognized by Airwards,” said Patrick Thévoz, co-founder and CEO of Flyability. “Since 2014, we’ve been focused on developing drones that can replace human entry into hazardous spaces. This award is a big milestone for us and shows we're moving in the right direction.”

The Elios 2 doesn’t just make inspections safer—it also makes them more efficient. Its ability to navigate tight spaces without human intervention has made it a game-changer in industrial settings. These advantages were key factors in Airwards’ decision to name Flyability as the winner this year.

Here’s what the Airwards judges had to say about their choice:

Flyability’s solution is a market leader, making a global impact by inspecting hard-to-reach areas while keeping people out of harm’s way. It’s not just a great piece of technology—it’s a well-designed product that brings significant safety benefits. The drone is built with worker safety in mind, eliminating the need for manual inspections. It helps keep people out of dangerous spaces and also improves operational efficiency and sustainability. This isn’t about replacing jobs; it’s about supporting workers and keeping them safe.

Airwards is the first platform dedicated to celebrating and promoting real-world drone applications globally. This year’s winners also include American Robotics, Volansi, and White Fox Defense Technologies.

“Industries like Oil & Gas, Wastewater Management, and Food and Beverage are beginning to realize the huge potential of indoor drones in improving safety and cutting costs,” said Alexandre Meldem, VP of Sales at Flyability Inc. “Our team has worked tirelessly to develop this technology, and we’re always pushing forward to make it better. Our mission remains the same: to eliminate the need for humans to enter dangerous confined spaces.”

Discover the full list of this year’s Airwards winners on the official website.

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About Flyability

Flyability is a Swiss-based company that develops advanced solutions for inspecting and exploring indoor, inaccessible, and confined spaces. By enabling drones to operate safely inside buildings, Flyability empowers industrial companies and professionals to reduce downtime, lower costs, and minimize risks to workers. With hundreds of customers across 50+ countries, including sectors like Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Maritime, Infrastructure, and Public Safety, Flyability has pioneered innovation in the commercial indoor drone industry.

For more information, visit www.flyability.com or follow us on @fly_ability.

Contact: info@flyability.com, +41 21 311 55 00

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