About us
Our Mission
Our mission is to democratize air support to empower and protect those who serve.
Performance Heritage
Our founders began building small, high-performance racing drones more than a decade ago. These custom-built, proprietary drones caught the attention of the defense community, which saw potential military applications in the technology. In 2018, Performance Drone Works (PDW) was formed to address the growing demand for American-made, high-performance quadcopters tailored to the warfighter.
Building on a legacy of speed and agility, PDW integrates advanced ISR and autonomous capabilities and develops vehicles, payloads, radios, and AI software to offer unmatched UAS solutions for U.S. military and public safety agencies.
Our Team
We are an American company comprised of world-class engineers, combat veterans, and industry leaders with decades of experience in drone technology. With years of experience designing rugged, industrialized drones at the Drone Racing League and expertise in building military-grade unmanned aerial vehicles, PDW is firmly committed to delivering revolutionary small robotics to enhance mission success and save lives.
Industry Disruptors
Holding 20 patents and a world record for the longest endurance quadcopter, we strive for the industry's best-performing, most versatile UAS. Our flagship C100 is NDAA compliant and approved by the Defense Innovation Unit for its Blue UAS program, staying true to our commitment to deliver superior robotics. We're also on the frontier of electronic warfare, creating next-generation communication systems to provide America and its allies with a critical advantage in today's contested environments.