Flyability wins Airwards’ Survey and Inspection award

May 26, 2021 – Flyability has been honored by Airwards as the winner in the Survey and Inspection category for its innovative solution: Confined Space Inspection Drones.

Over the past year, Flyability has made headlines with its Elios drones being deployed in some of the most extreme environments on Earth. From the icy tunnels of Greenland's ice caves to the abandoned nuclear site at Chernobyl, and even high up in the Swiss Alps where a dam is under construction over a mile above sea level, these drones have proven their worth in places that are too dangerous or inaccessible for humans.

Beyond these high-profile missions, the Elios 2 has become a game-changer in multiple industries. It has helped companies save millions in inspection costs, reduce downtime significantly, and eliminate thousands of hours of risky manual inspections. By replacing human entry into confined spaces, Flyability is not just improving efficiency — it’s saving lives.

This recognition from Airwards marks another milestone in Flyability’s journey. The company was recently awarded the Survey and Inspection prize, acknowledging its leadership in making industrial inspections safer, faster, and more cost-effective.

“We’re incredibly proud that our work to send drones instead of people into dangerous indoor spaces has been recognized by Airwards,” said Patrick Thévoz, co-founder and CEO of Flyability. “Since we started in 2014, our mission has been to make inspections safer by eliminating the need for humans to enter hazardous areas. This award is a big step forward and shows we're on the right path.”

The Elios 2 isn’t just about safety — it also brings efficiency and cost savings. These combined benefits were key factors in Airwards’ decision to honor Flyability in this category.

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

A market-leading solution with a global impact, enabling safe inspections in hard-to-reach locations while keeping workers out of harm’s way. This drone is not only a remarkable piece of technology but also a well-designed product that delivers real safety benefits. It was designed with worker safety in mind, eliminating the need for manual inspections in dangerous areas. It helps reduce risks at height and in hazardous spaces, while also improving operational efficiency and sustainability. This isn’t about replacing jobs — it’s about helping people do their jobs safely.

Airwards is the first platform dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the best use cases of drones around the world. 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 increasingly realizing the potential of indoor drones to improve safety and cut costs,” said Alexandre Meldem, VP of Sales at Flyability. “This achievement is the result of a lot of hard work and dedication. We’re always pushing to make our technology better, with the goal of one day eliminating the need for humans to enter dangerous spaces altogether.”

Check out 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 specializing in solutions for inspecting and exploring indoor, inaccessible, and confined spaces. By enabling safe drone operations inside buildings, it helps industrial companies and inspectors reduce downtime, lower costs, and minimize risks to workers. With hundreds of customers across more than 50 countries, Flyability serves sectors such as Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Maritime, Infrastructures & Utilities, and Public Safety. As a pioneer in commercial indoor drone technology, Flyability continues to lead innovation in this rapidly growing field.

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

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