Operating Model
The Sherpa Drone Wash System
A purpose-built tethered drone platform with adjustable pressure from 300 to 4,500 PSI, covering 300+ square feet per minute. Paired with ground-based pump systems, real-time pilot monitoring, and automated image capture.
300+ sq ft/min
Coverage Rate
300–4,500 PSI
Pressure Range
~5,700 sq ft per flight
Flight Time
Soft wash, pressure wash, window cleaning
Payloads
See It In Action
The Sherpa Drone at work
Watch the Sherpa Drone clean commercial skylights in a 360° view.
Platform Proof
See the Sherpa platform at work
Case studies from other Sherpa Drone operators across North America. These are manufacturer-published references, not APW engagements — but they show the platform’s real deployment profile on commercial properties.
Drone Cleaning at Cajundome
Large-venue exterior cleaning program demonstrating Sherpa at scale on a 13,000-seat arena.
Watch on Lucid BotsDrone Roof and Building Cleaning at The Inn on Biltmore Estate
Premium hospitality property cleaning showing stucco, glass, and roof work on a historic estate.
Watch on Lucid BotsDrone Clean USA — Soft Washing at Scale
Multi-site operator case study on how drone-powered soft washing compresses day-long jobs into hours.
Watch on Lucid BotsDrone Cleaning Buyer’s Guide
What to look for in a commercial cleaning drone. Published by Lucid Bots. Free PDF, no email required.
Sherpa Drone Platform
Commercial-grade tethered drone equipped with stabilized wash nozzles. Covers 300+ square feet per minute with adjustable pressure from 300 PSI soft wash to 4,500 PSI high pressure.
Tethered Supply System
Ground-based pump units supply water and cleaning solution through a tether line, so the aircraft carries no tank and keeps a defined operating radius across full building surfaces.
Operator Control Workflow
Operations are flown under FAA Part 107. The pilot in command manages flight paths, wash patterns, and safety monitoring in real time. Structured procedures for every building type and facade material.
Image Capture & Reporting
Onboard cameras document before, during, and after conditions. Timestamped proof packages are delivered digitally within 24 hours of service completion.
Safety & Compliance
Professional standards. No shortcuts.
Every operation follows federal aviation regulations, insurance requirements, and structured safety protocols.
FAA-Compliant Operations
Every mission is flown under FAA Part 107. Airspace is checked before every flight and LAANC authorization is obtained where required, with operations following all federal and local aviation requirements.
Trained & Certified Pilots
Our pilots hold FAA Remote Pilot Certificates and complete manufacturer training on the Sherpa Drone platform, with ongoing proficiency work on every building type we service.
Fully Insured
We carry commercial general liability and drone-specific aviation insurance. Certificates of insurance are provided to every client before the first wash.
Tethered Flight Safety
A physical tether supplies water and cleaning solution from ground-based pumps and keeps the aircraft within a defined operating radius, reducing flyaway risk on every mission.
See the system in action on your property
Request a site review and we'll assess whether your buildings are a fit for the Sherpa Drone wash system.