January 29, 2026 – Ascent AeroSystems has unveiled a new SPIRIT & SPARTAN sUAS Configurator, an online tool designed to help operators, integrators and mission planners craft custom configurations of its modular small unmanned aircraft systems. The launch signifies a step toward more user-driven drone assembly for a range of professional applications, empowering users to design UAV builds tailored to specific mission requirements.
The configurator allows users to mix and match components for Ascent’s SPIRIT and SPARTAN platforms, including payloads, sensors, radios, batteries and other accessories. With an intuitive interface, customers can visualise and select the optimal setup for their use cases — whether for inspection, surveying, public safety, search and rescue, agriculture or industrial monitoring — before committing to a purchase or deployment plan.
Ascent AeroSystems emphasises that both SPIRIT and SPARTAN systems are built with modularity and adaptability at their core, making them well suited to missions that require rapid reconfiguration or integration of new technologies. The new online tool further extends this flexibility by giving users greater control over the composition of their UAS, removing friction from the planning and procurement process.
The company’s SPIRIT and SPARTAN small UAS lines are known for rugged, all-weather performance, efficient power systems and compatibility with a variety of payload options. By launching the configurator, Ascent aims to streamline how customers interact with its product ecosystem and to reduce uncertainty around component selection, compatibility and mission suitability.
Industry observers view the configurator as a reflection of growing demand for customisable drone platforms that can be tailored quickly without extensive technical support. As drone applications continue to diversify across commercial and government sectors, tools like Ascent’s configurator can help organisations optimise their UAV investments and mission outcomes more effectively.
Key Highlights
- Ascent AeroSystems launches the SPIRIT & SPARTAN sUAS Configurator, an online tool for building customised UAV configurations.
- Users can mix and match payloads, sensors, radios, batteries and accessories to design mission-specific builds.
- The configurator supports modular SPIRIT and SPARTAN platforms suited for inspection, surveying, public safety and more.
- It provides an intuitive interface to visualise and plan UAV assembly before procurement.
- The tool reflects rising demand for customisable drone solutions across diverse commercial and government sectors.
