Global and U.S. Drones with AI Thermal Imaging Market Report, Published by QY Research.

QY Research has released a comprehensive new market report on Drones with AI Thermal Imaging, are unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with thermal cameras and artificial intelligence algorithms to detect, analyze, and interpret heat signatures in real time. These drones combine high-resolution infrared sensors with machine learning-based analytics to identify temperature variations, locate humans, detect equipment malfunctions, or monitor environmental conditions. They are widely used in applications such as search and rescue, firefighting, industrial inspection, agricultural monitoring, security surveillance, and energy infrastructure assessment, offering faster, safer, and more accurate thermal data collection compared to traditional methods.

Core Market Data

Global market size: USD 3.1 billion
CAGR (2024-2030): 12.3%
Average price: USD 5000 per unit
Annual production: 0.6 million units
Gross margin: 35%
Production capacity: 1 million units

List of Main Players

Teledyne (NYSE: TDY, USA)
Parrot (Euronext: PARRO, France)
Hikvision (SZSE: 002415, China)
Hexagon (NASDAQ: HEXA-B, Sweden)
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT, USA)
Drone Volt (Euronext: ALDRV, France)
ideaForge (NSE: IDEAFORGE, India)
DJI (private, China)
Autel Robotics (private, USA)
Skydio (private, USA)
Yuneec (private, China)
Sentera (private, USA)
Workswell (private, Czech)
Teax Technology (private, Germany)
Yellowscan (private, France)
senseFly (private, Switzerland)
Quantum-Systems (private, Germany)
Aaronia AG (private, Germany)
Flyability (private, Switzerland)
Delair (private, France)
Elistair (private, France)
Percepto (private, Israel)
Airobotics (private, Israel)

Market Segmentation

1. By Product Type
Basic Thermal Imaging
AI-Assisted Object Detection & Classification
Real-Time Anomaly Detection & Alerting
Autonomous Navigation With Thermal Analytics

2. By Deployment
Standalone Drone Systems
Integrated Drone + Software Analytics Platforms
Managed or Platform-as-a-Service Offerings

3. By Drone Type
Multi-Rotor Drones
Fixed-Wing Drones
Hybrid VTOL Drones

4. By Application
Public Safety Agencies
Utilities & Energy Companies
Agriculture & Forestry
Infrastructure & Construction Firms
Security Service Providers
Commercial Enterprises

Case Study for Bidding

Time: Q2 2025
Supplier: DJI Enterprise (China)
Buyer: California Fire Department, USA
Product: Mavic 3T AI Thermal Imaging Drone
Quantity: 25 units
Contract Value: USD 1,125,000
Delivery Timeline: 8 weeks

Case Study for End Using

End User: California Fire Department, USA

Application: Rapid wildfire detection and monitoring, locating hotspots, assessing fire spread, and supporting firefighter deployment strategies.

Installation Location / Usage Stage

Installation Location: Deployed from fire stations, emergency response centers, or mobile command units; drones are launched from open outdoor areas or rooftops as needed.
Usage Stage: Operational during emergency response, wildfire monitoring, search & rescue missions, and routine infrastructure inspections; also used for pre-incident planning and post-incident damage assessment.

Purpose

Rapid Detection: Identify heat sources, hotspots, or human presence quickly in challenging environments.
Safety Enhancement: Reduce human exposure to hazardous situations such as wildfires, industrial accidents, or disaster zones.
Operational Efficiency: Streamline monitoring, inspection, and data collection processes, enabling faster decision-making and resource allocation.

Effect

Improved Response Time: Real-time thermal imaging allows teams to locate fires, humans, or equipment anomalies faster, reducing operational delays.
Enhanced Safety: Minimizes risk to personnel by providing critical information remotely, keeping humans out of dangerous zones.
Data-Driven Decision Making: AI-powered analysis generates actionable insights, enabling precise planning, resource allocation, and preventive measures.

Alternative Technologies

Manned Helicopters with Thermal Cameras: Traditional aerial monitoring using piloted helicopters equipped with infrared sensors; offers flexibility but is costly and riskier.
Fixed Thermal Monitoring Stations: Ground-based infrared cameras installed at strategic locations; provide continuous surveillance but lack mobility and rapid coverage.
Satellite-Based Thermal Imaging: Offers large-area coverage and periodic monitoring; useful for macro-level detection but limited in resolution, timeliness, and low-altitude detail.

Therefore, Drones with AI Thermal Imaging remain a highly efficient tool for rapidly detecting heat signatures, monitoring hazardous or inaccessible areas, and supporting decision-making in emergency response, industrial inspection, agriculture, and security applications. Their combination of mobility, real-time AI analysis, and high-resolution thermal imaging enables safer, faster, and more accurate operations compared to traditional manned or stationary monitoring methods.

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