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FREEFLY Alta X with F9P GPS & Travel Case (Aircraft with Pilot Pro & Remote ID Kit) Review

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The Freefly Alta X is positioned as a modular quadcopter platform for professional applications, from mapping to heavy lift operations. Its core design emphasizes adaptability, offering a robust carrying capacity of up to 35 lb. Users benefit from a range of flight modes and integration with the Auterion Enterprise PX4 operating system, managed via the included Pilot Pro controller. The folding airframe and Pelican travel case prioritize portability for a drone in its class.

Key features include advanced GPS capabilities with the F9P system and a Remote ID Upgrade Kit for regulatory compliance. The Pilot Pro controller, with its 8-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 display and IP43 rating, provides control in varying conditions. Three powered expansion ports offer potential for integrating additional accessories and payloads, which is crucial for a modular system.

While offering significant payload capacity, potential users should consider the flight time with a full 35 lb load, which is listed at under 11 minutes. This may be a limiting factor for extended operations, necessitating careful planning for battery changes or multiple flights.

Best for: Professionals requiring a heavy-lift, modular drone platform for applications such as cinema, mapping, or industrial inspection.
What's great
  • High payload capacity of up to 35 lb
  • Foldable design with included Pelican travel case for portability
  • Pilot Pro controller with dedicated display and IP43 rating
  • Three powered expansion ports (5 or 12 VDC, 10A each) for accessories
  • Comprehensive flight modes and F9P GPS for precision
Watch outs
  • Battery life of 10.75 minutes when carrying maximum payload
  • No specific mention of obstacle avoidance or sensor suite for autonomous navigation

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About this product

The Alta X from FREEFLY is a modular quadcopter platform designed to meet various drone requirements, from RTK mapping to carrying heavy payloads. This version includes a Pilot Pro controller, F9P GPS, and a Remote ID Upgrade Kit. It can lift and fly payloads up to 35 lb and has a foldable design for easy transport.

Specs

Flight Modes
manual, altitude, position, mission, loiter, orbit, and return
Gimbal Control
Yes
Controller Model
Pilot Pro
Operating System
Auterion Enterprise PX4
Recording Control
Yes
Travel Case Model
Pelican AL2727-1404
Controller Display
8" Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3
Propeller Material
Carbon fiber-filled nylon
Payload Capacity Lb
35
Controller Ip Rating
IP43
Controller Battery Life
Up to 5 hours (controller), Up to 11 hours (tablet)
Powered Expansion Ports
3
Powered Expansion Output
10A (each), 5 or 12 VDC
Thrust Ratio With Payload
1.9:1
Controller Display Ip Rating
IP68
Thrust Ratio Without Payload
3.5:1
Controller Operating Temperature
14 to 122° F
Flight Time Minutes With Payload
10.75
Flight Time Minutes Without Payload
50
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