AeroGuard - Secure Autonomy for Enterprise and Defence Drones

AeroGuard is a defensive software and hardware framework that hardens uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) against cyber intrusion, data exfiltration, and control spoofing. Built entirely in C# / .NET 10, AeroGuard delivers a zero-trust command layer, encrypted telemetry, and runtime integrity enforcement, enabling secure flight operations in sensitive, contested, or disconnected environments. The framework is platform-agnostic, supporting integration with compliant open or proprietary flight controllers via standardised interfaces.

Mission

Commercial uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) are increasingly deployed in defence, public safety, and infrastructure monitoring, yet many platforms depend on foreign-controlled SDKs and unverified data channels. AeroGuard eliminates these risks by enforcing trusted command paths and encrypting all telemetry between the aircraft, ground control, and cloud relay systems.

Core Capabilities

Function	Description
Secure Control Interface	Hardened .NET interface layer that validates all flight commands, blocks unsafe calls, and logs control and sensor interactions.
Telemetry Encryption	AES-256 and TLS-secured channels for all flight, video, and payload data.
Policy Enforcement	Flight plans, geofences, and payload actions are digitally signed and verified in real time.
Integrity & Anti-Tamper	Continuous checksums, watchdog validation, and memory-integrity monitoring prevent runtime modification or unauthorised loading.
Command Audit Trail	Immutable logging for full chain-of-custody review and regulatory compliance.
Offline Mode	Fully functional in air-gapped or denied-signal environments.

Hardware

HAIPE & SHACE hwKey (AIC Project)

Architecture

AeroGuard operates as a trusted middleware between mission-control software and the flight controller.
It integrates with Azure or on-premise deployments and employs post-quantum-ready (PQC) cryptography for key exchange and signing.
Telemetry passes through a clean-cloud relay where messages are validated, timestamped, and written to an immutable ledger before distribution to analytics or command systems.

Use Cases

Defence and government UAS operations in classified zones
Emergency response and disaster assessment requiring secure edge-to-cloud control
Industrial inspection and infrastructure monitoring where data sovereignty is critical
Commercial operators seeking compliance with NCSC, CAA, and EU U-Space cybersecurity guidance

Technology Stack

Component	Specification
Language	C# / .NET 10
Environment	Windows / Azure / Edge nodes
Flight Interface	Vendor-neutral UAS control layer
Security	d(AES-256) + TLS 1.3 + PQC KEM
Logging	Immutable blockchain-style append store
Hardware	HAIPE & SHACE hwKey

Why It Matters

Unverified access to drone telemetry or command channels presents national-security and IP-protection risks. AeroGuard ensures that:

Every command originates from an authorised endpoint.
Every byte of data remains encrypted and traceable.
The platform cannot operate outside its approved policy or geofence.

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Mission

Core Capabilities

Function	Description
Secure Control Interface	Hardened .NET interface layer that validates all flight commands, blocks unsafe calls, and logs control and sensor interactions.
Telemetry Encryption	AES-256 and TLS-secured channels for all flight, video, and payload data.
Policy Enforcement	Flight plans, geofences, and payload actions are digitally signed and verified in real time.
Integrity & Anti-Tamper	Continuous checksums, watchdog validation, and memory-integrity monitoring prevent runtime modification or unauthorised loading.
Command Audit Trail	Immutable logging for full chain-of-custody review and regulatory compliance.
Offline Mode	Fully functional in air-gapped or denied-signal environments.

Hardware

HAIPE & SHACE hwKey (AIC Project)

Architecture

Use Cases

Defence and government UAS operations in classified zones
Emergency response and disaster assessment requiring secure edge-to-cloud control
Industrial inspection and infrastructure monitoring where data sovereignty is critical
Commercial operators seeking compliance with NCSC, CAA, and EU U-Space cybersecurity guidance

Technology Stack

Component	Specification
Language	C# / .NET 10
Environment	Windows / Azure / Edge nodes
Flight Interface	Vendor-neutral UAS control layer
Security	d(AES-256) + TLS 1.3 + PQC KEM
Logging	Immutable blockchain-style append store
Hardware	HAIPE & SHACE hwKey

Why It Matters

Unverified access to drone telemetry or command channels presents national-security and IP-protection risks. AeroGuard ensures that:

Every command originates from an authorised endpoint.
Every byte of data remains encrypted and traceable.
The platform cannot operate outside its approved policy or geofence.

Learn More

Mission

Core Capabilities

Function	Description
Secure Control Interface	Hardened .NET interface layer that validates all flight commands, blocks unsafe calls, and logs control and sensor interactions.
Telemetry Encryption	AES-256 and TLS-secured channels for all flight, video, and payload data.
Policy Enforcement	Flight plans, geofences, and payload actions are digitally signed and verified in real time.
Integrity & Anti-Tamper	Continuous checksums, watchdog validation, and memory-integrity monitoring prevent runtime modification or unauthorised loading.
Command Audit Trail	Immutable logging for full chain-of-custody review and regulatory compliance.
Offline Mode	Fully functional in air-gapped or denied-signal environments.

Hardware

HAIPE & SHACE hwKey (AIC Project)

Architecture

Use Cases

Defence and government UAS operations in classified zones
Emergency response and disaster assessment requiring secure edge-to-cloud control
Industrial inspection and infrastructure monitoring where data sovereignty is critical
Commercial operators seeking compliance with NCSC, CAA, and EU U-Space cybersecurity guidance

Technology Stack

Component	Specification
Language	C# / .NET 10
Environment	Windows / Azure / Edge nodes
Flight Interface	Vendor-neutral UAS control layer
Security	d(AES-256) + TLS 1.3 + PQC KEM
Logging	Immutable blockchain-style append store
Hardware	HAIPE & SHACE hwKey

Why It Matters

Unverified access to drone telemetry or command channels presents national-security and IP-protection risks. AeroGuard ensures that:

Every command originates from an authorised endpoint.
Every byte of data remains encrypted and traceable.
The platform cannot operate outside its approved policy or geofence.

Learn More

Let’s Shape the Future of Industry Together

Strategic consultancy, secure technology, and mission-ready expertise, connect with AIC to deliver change where it matters most.

Let’s Shape the Future of Industry Together

Strategic consultancy, secure technology, and mission-ready expertise, connect with AIC to deliver change where it matters most.

Let’s Shape the Future of Industry Together

Strategic consultancy, secure technology, and mission-ready expertise, connect with AIC to deliver change where it matters most.