Description

Freefly Astro Max

BATTERIES & CHARGER SOLD SEPARATELY: Astro uses two Freefly SL8-Air batteries;per flight. It’s recommended to get 4 SL8 batteries and 2 SL8 Fast Chargers to get flying.

Astro Max by Freefly is the next-generation compact industrial drone platform, able to carry valuable payloadsin high-pressure situations with a flight time of up to 39 minutes. Even when carrying its maximum payload of 3 kg, it achieves a robust 18-minute flight time. Designed for rapid deployment, Astro Max features folding arms that allow the drone to become half its normal size when packed, making it much easier to carry and store. The pre-installedAstro Isolatorenables quick-release, powered payload attachment, streamlining workflow and minimizing downtime.

It’s compatible withRGB, Thermal, Multispectral, Distance Sensors, and LiDAR technology, making this a truly versatile drone to carry out operations.

Flight Time Details

• Up to 39 minutes
• 28 minutes with LR1 Payload
• 18 minutes with max payload (3kg)

Compatibility

• RGB Sensors
  • LR1 Payload (NDAA/Blue)
  • Sentera 65R Sensor (NDAA)
  • Mapping Payload (A7R IV) (NDAA/Blue)
• Thermal Sensors
  • LR1 Thermal Upgrade (NDAA)
  • Sentera 6X Thermal Sensor (NDAA)
  • Sentera 6X Thermal Pro
  • Wiris Pro Payload (Thermal) (NDAA/Blue)
• Multispectral Sensors
  • Sentera 6X Multispectral Sensor (NDAA/Blue)
• Distance Sensors
  • LR1 Laser Range Finder Upgrade (NDAA)
• LiDAR
  • Emesent Hovermap (ST-X)

In The Box

• 1x Astro Compact Travel Case
• 1x Astro Max (with folding landing gear, props, and Astro Isolator)
• 1x each – Hex drivers, 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 2.5 mm
• 4x Proptectors
• Spare parts:
  • 1x Extra Proptector
  • 4x Spare isolators
  • 2x Rubber hole grommet
• 1x Pilot Pro Controller
  • 1x Samsung Active Tab (pre-configured and installed into controller)
  • 1x Herelink 1.1 RF (2.4 GHz)
  • 1x Custom padded neck strap

Specifications

Astro Max

Specifications	Details
Flight Time	Up to 39 minutes (no payload). 28 minutes with LR1 Payload.18 minutes with max payload (3 kg).
Maximum Payload	3 kg
Payload Options	Pre-installed Astro Isolator for quick-release powered payload attachment.Alternate attachments include Integrator Vibration Isolator (non-electronic), Freefly Smart Dovetail Kit (hard mount).
Folding Design	Booms fold up to the diameter
Propellers	21″ (553 x 178 mm) folding, carbon fiber reinforced nylon
Motors	Freefly 7010 custom (60% more thrust than previous Astro), F45 (350W continuous, 500W peak per motor)
ESC	Freefly Silent-Drive Sine Wave ESC
Flight Controller	Freefly Custom Skynode (Linux onboard computer, LTE connectivity)
GNSS	L1/L2 bands for GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo
Onboard Sensors	IR Diode rangefinder (~9m), orientation LEDs (color customizable in software)
Unfolded Diameter	930 mm (without propellers), 1407 mm (with propellers)
Folded Footprint	390 mm square
Unfolded Height	359 mm
Folded Height	178 mm
Landing Gear Footprint	330 mm square
Maximum Takeoff Weight	8,700 g
Airframe Weight	3,523 g (airframe only, with landing gear)
Typical Empty Weight	5,831 g (airframe, radio, smart dovetail, isolator, FPV, 2x batteries)
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio	Should be above 1.6
Maximum Speed	Position: 15 m/s; Mission/Return: 10 m/s
Climb/Descent Rate	4 m/s climb, 3 m/s descent (all modes)
Mission Software	Auterion Enterprise PX4, Auterion Mission Control, Auterion Suite
Flight Modes	Manual, Altitude Hold, Position Hold, Return, Autonomous Mission
Compliance	NDAA/Blue UAS (only with Doodle Labs radio), FAA Standard Remote ID enabled on all new units
Durability	Rated for 8 hours/day, 365 days/year, 5 years (approx. 14,600 hours)
Other Features	Quick-release powered payload (Astro Isolator), orientation LEDs, emergency battery landing

Pilot Pro Controller

Specifications	Details
Camera/Gimbal Control	High resolution rockers for precise camera/gimbal control
Modularity	Modular to accept a variety of radio transmitters
Included Radio	Ships with Herelink 1.1 Radio (2.4 GHz)
Battery	Internal battery with external power inputs to support hot-swapping for maximum uptime
Emergency Controls	Emergency kill-switch
Physical Controls	Discreet physical buttons for all key user actions
Tablet	Includes custom configured, pre-installed 8″ Samsung Galaxy Tablet Active5 tablet
Speed Limits	Realtime drone and gimbal speed limits
Accessories	Custom padded neck strap
Ingress Protection	IP68 (controller)

Astro Compact Travel Case

Specifications	Details
Capacity	Holds everything needed to fly Astro:Astro with 2 SL8 batteries* installed and legs folded, Pilot Pro radio controller,LR1 Payload (sold separately), Pair of SL8 Chargers, Set of spare props (1 each CW & CCW), Basic tools.
Foam	Custom cut foam, tested to protect against drops from 1 meter
Protection	Submersible and dust tight (MIL-STD 810G)
Airline Compliance	Airline checkable (overweight)
Case Model	SKB Rolling Case – 3i-2217-10
Case Dimensions	24.52″ x 19.5″ x 12.22″ / 62.28 x 49.53 x 31.04 cm
Weight (As shipped/checked, no SL8s)	36.16 lbs / 16.40 kg
Weight (Full kit with two SL8s)	40.66 lbs / 18.44 kg