Command a Drone Ecosystem
The Master Franchise is Aquiline Drones’ highest-tier opportunity, empowering operators to lead regional drone manufacturing and service operations through an integrated, scalable, and technology-driven franchise ecosystem.
Your Command Center for America’s Drone Manufacturing and Field Operations
The Master Franchise is Aquiline Drones’ premier business model, giving select operators full capability to build, maintain, and deploy advanced U.S.-made drones at scale.
Unlike standard units, the Master Franchise controls all Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MMRO) subtypes—while also managing all field-service franchises.
As a Master Franchisee, you don’t just operate a drone business—you command a regional network that powers production, maintenance, mission delivery, and innovation. This model is ideal for veteran-led organizations and strategic enterprises ready to lead America’s distributed drone manufacturing system.
The Master Franchise
The Aquiline Drones Master Franchise is the highest tier within our national distributed manufacturing and operational ecosystem.
Unlike single-unit franchises, the Master Franchise enables selected operators to establish, manage, and scale all MMRO franchise subtypes, including:
• MMRO | Supply Chain
• MMRO | Fabrication
• MMRO | Advanced Assembly
• MMRO | Basic Assembly
• MMRO | Dealership
In addition, Master Franchise holders are authorized to operate and deploy Aquiline Drones’ specialized franchise models in complementary mission areas:
• TEC – Total Exterior Care
• ISS – Inspections, Security & Surveillance
• LIEU – LineDrone for Energy & Utilities
Designed for strategic enterprises and veteran-led teams with the capacity to manage multi-unit operations, the Master Franchise functions as a regional command hub, driving high-volume production, maintenance, remote operations, and mission deployment.
Franchisees receive priority training, enhanced contractual privileges, and the ability to oversee regional supply chains, field-service readiness, and technology implementation.
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The Master Franchise
Master Franchise Features
The Master Franchise offers a turnkey opportunity to operate a comprehensive, national drone services and manufacturing ecosystem. This fully integrated approach allows for unmatched versatility, operational scale, and market reach across defense, commercial, and public safety sectors.
By combining manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and operational services with specialized drone solutions, Master Franchisees can deliver complete end-to-end capabilities—from building and servicing drones to deploying them for inspections, security missions, infrastructure monitoring, and exterior care services.
Each franchise operation is supported with training, AI-assisted workflows, mobile command vehicles, and AD’s Virtual Drone Franchise (VDF) platform, enabling seamless coordination, real-time quality assurance, and efficiency across all operations.
Features
- Business registry (LLC preferred; required to become an AD affiliate)
- Insurance and warranties
- Access to one MMRO subtype: Supply Chain, Fabrication, Advanced Assembly, Basic Assembly, or Dealership
- One AD Endure drone and/or one AD Kobra drone
- Turnkey training via the VDF portal, combining hands-on instruction with digital learning modules
- AI-assisted workflows for assembly, maintenance, repair, and operational tasks
- Mixed reality guidance for step-by-step assembly, diagnostics, and repair
- AD Knowledge Base with SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and technical documentation
- Mobile command center: Franchise vehicle, a High-Roof Extended Cargo Van, AD-supplied *
- Franchise vehicle wrap – zero cost to customers
- Cloud-based oversight for real-time monitoring, reporting, and quality assurance
- AD licensing: branding and business model – zero cost to customers
- Guidance on marketing, sales, supply chain, and operational excellence
* Franchise Vehicle Terms & Conditions:
RAM Promaster / Mercedes-Benz Sprinter / Ford Transit. Each franchise vehicle is to be wrapped or painted according to AD’s color and design specifications, with all markings professionally applied before the vehicle is put into service. A minimum of one (1) franchise vehicle is required.
AI Capabilities Powering the MMRO Franchise
The MMRO Franchise leverages advanced AI and digital technologies to empower franchisees across all operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high-quality outcomes. These AI capabilities integrate seamlessly with the VDF portal.
Real-Time AI Assistant for Quality Control
- MMRO: Guides assembly, subassembly fabrication, repair, and maintenance tasks with step-by-step instructions and predictive workflow assistance.
AI-Driven Operations
- Inventory Management: Monitors stock levels, predicts parts requirements, and automatically triggers restocking to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Precision Maintenance: AI detects anomalies in drone systems, schedules preventive maintenance, and supports diagnostics for faster turnaround.
- Quality Control & Machine Vision: Advanced computer vision evaluates assemblies, detects defects, and ensures compliance with rigorous standards.
Enhanced Decision Support
- Provides real-time manufacturing and assembly insights, analytics, and alerts.
- Supports performance optimization and reporting for both assembly and repair.
Online Digital Training
- All franchisees access immersive digital training modules for onboarding, certification, and refresher courses.
- Training covers operational procedures, technical skills, safety protocols, and AI-assisted workflows, ensuring rapid competency across different workflows.
Mixed Reality Support
- MMRO franchisees leverage Meta Quest 3S for mixed reality guidance during drone assembly, subassembly, maintenance, and repair.
- Visualization overlays help identify components, assembly sequences, and error correction in realtime, improving precision and reducing mistakes.
The VDF Portal
The VDF Portal is the ‘SaaS’ part of the distributed ecosystem. It is infused with the power of IoT, AI, and cloud technologies. A dedicated dashboard provides real-time access from anywhere.