The Freefly Astro Max is a professional-grade, NDAA-compliant aerial platform built for cinema, inspection, mapping, and enterprise missions. With support for payloads up to 6.6 lbs and a modular Smart Dovetail system, it easily adapts to cameras, sensors, and specialized payloads.
Powered by 21” high-efficiency propellers and custom motors, Astro Max delivers smooth flight, low noise, strong stability, and up to 39 minutes of flight time (no payload).
Included is the Pilot Pro Controller—a rugged, IP68-rated ground station with a built-in 8” display, customizable controls, and long battery life for all-day field use.
Built on the Auterion ecosystem, Astro Max supports advanced mission planning, fleet management, and secure operations for enterprise teams.
Compact, powerful, and mission-ready—Astro Max is built for professionals who need performance without compromise.
This is a payload quick-release dovetail for mechanical and electrical integration to Astro, Astro Max, Alta X Gen2 and other vehicles with the Pixhawk Payload Bus standard.
The dovetail payload adapter mounts to your payload and interfaces with a dovetail receiver on the aircraft. This dovetail is compatible with the receiver side of the quick-release in the following known configurations:
Smart Dovetail is not hot-swap compatible. To avoid damaging Astro or your sensor/payload, please power off the aircraft before attaching or removing a Smart Dovetail payload.
Extend your operating time on Pilot Pro with this lightweight V-mount battery plate kit.
This kit installs on the back of your Pilot Pro with included fasteners and power cable. Once installed, you can use any V-mount battery for additional battery capacity and hot-swap batteries for continuous uptime in the field.
Adding a compact 50 Wh battery like the FXLion Nano One to your Pilot Pro nearly doubles the potential stand-alone runtime of 5 hours (see full power specs here).
The Flux H1 delivers professional-grade LiDAR in a lightweight sub-700 g package, built for operators who need accuracy they can trust anywhere in the world.
Featuring the Hesai XT-32MX scanner and a 20 MP RGB camera, the H1 captures dense, high-fidelity data with centimeter-level precision.
Designed for global travel and all-day missions, it’s the perfect solution when accuracy, portability, and reliability are non-negotiable.
Features
*Operation of Flux O1 requires the use of a full band GNSS base station (L1, L2, L5, and L6) or equivalent NTRIP. Click here for more information.
**Post-processing requires a modern iPad with the Freefly Flow app (free app). See the in the box section tab for recommended iPad specs.
Experience the ultimate solution for capturing synchronized high-res RGB and accurate radiometric multispectral imagery with the Sentera 6X Sensor.
With gimbal stabilization and ample 512GB internal storage, this sensor offers unrivaled performance and value, making it the perfect choice for longer flights and larger coverage areas. Trust the 6X to deliver exceptional results for every project.
Features
Sentera PN: 21930-02
The Ventus OGI payload is a compact Astro-ready OGI Sensor, for precision gas leak detection from the air.
Unlock next-level efficiency with the industry leading compact OGI (Optical Gas Imaging) sensor from Sierra-Olympia Technologies. Designed to seamlessly integrate with your Astro* for rapid, reliable gas leak detection in hard-to-reach areas.
This lightweight and durable payload offers a cooled 640 x 512 mid-wave infrared imaging, enabling you to detect fugitive hydrocarbon emissions including methane, butane, benzene and other gases with pinpoint accuracy.
Improve your operations with advanced gas detection that saves time, enhances safety, and reduces costs. Perfect for professionals focused on precision and performance.
Key Features
*Astro and Pilot Pro controller not included
The Skyview Payload Mount for Astro and Astro Max is designed to reposition your Freefly LR1 or OGI Payload from the bottom to the top of your drone, enabling unobstructed upward-facing imaging angles.
This configuration is ideal for applications such as bridge inspections, under-structure surveys, and creative aerial cinematography. The adapter integrates seamlessly with the drone's chassis, maintaining stability and reducing vibrations to ensure high-quality footage.
Key Features
Add the 50mm lens to your Freefly LR1 or A7R4 payload. This lens is best for inspection use-cases that require a a greater distance from the subject.
Tips:
OEM Model: SEL50F18F/2
Unlock powerful day-to-night situational awareness with the Gremsy VIO F1, a lightweight, NDAA electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) payload optimized for flight missions on Astro and Alta X Gen2 platforms.
Designed for government, industrial, and public-safety missions where performance and compliance matter, VIO F1 delivers reliable imaging, precise ranging, and advanced target capture — all in a compact, plug-and-play package for Astro, Astro Max and Alta X Gen2.
Ideal for:
Whether you’re scanning terrain for threats, inspecting distant facilities, or flying complex missions at night, VIO F1 gives you the detail and clarity you need
Features
Compliant - NDAA compliant, FCC approved
Fast and Light
Dual-Sensor Imaging -
Integrated Precision Ranging - Laser Rangefinder up to 2,400 m / 1.5 miles – Accurately gauge distances for targeting, mapping, and inspection workflows.
*This item is export controlled (ECCN: 6A003.b.4.b) and will required a signed disclosure before it can ship to eligible buyers.
Gremsy PN 20G485-000, configured by Freefly for Freefly drones.
The Sentera 6X family of sensors combines fast capture rates, outstanding optics, high-resolution, and exceptional spectral accuracy and separation. Now you can add radiometrically accurate, pixel-level temperature measurement across entire images with precision data fidelity.
This solution features a longwave infrared thermal camera, four simultaneously triggered, precision-filtered 3.2MP global-shutter imagers and one 20.1MP RGB imager, each with a dedicated, high-quality optical path.
Features
Sentera PN: 21930-03
Sentera 6X Thermal Pro Sensor: Precision and Clarity Redefined
With four 3.2MP multispectral imagers, a 20MP RGB imager, and a FLIR Boson 640 thermal imager, the 6X Thermal Pro delivers four times the resolution of the 6X Thermal, ensuring unparalleled data accuracy. Its ultra-lightweight, gimbaled design, high capture rate, and 512GB internal SSD storage maximize productivity and efficiency.
Ideal for advanced analytics, it seamlessly integrates data into common software platforms, empowering agronomists, researchers, and industry professionals to make informed decisions based on precise and accurate data. The Sentera 6X Thermal Pro sets a new standard in multi-sensing data capture.
Features
Sentera PN: 21930-13
The first ultra-high-resolution aerial RGB sensor in its class to deliver seamless drone integration without compromising image quality is now integrated with Astro! Capture 65-megapixel global shutter imagery at a sustained 3 Hz rate for exceptional visual-band images.
With ample 512GB high-speed internal storage, high-rate capture speed, and gimbal stabilization, it enables longer flights, covering more area. Unmatched in its class, the 65R provides outstanding value, ensuring optimal results for every project.
Features
Sentera PN: 21931-02
Add-on distance sensor module for the LR1 payload on Astro!
This LRF accessory and its specific counterweight is user installable and mounts to the LR1 Payload with 4 screws and plugs into the expansion port.
Once installed, a live preview of the distance readout is displayed in AMC.** When a photo is captured, the distance readout at that time is also saved in the image metadata.
*The use of the distance sensor requires an additional app to be installed on Astro.
This add-on camera module adds LWIR thermal imaging to your LR1 payload on Astro or Astro Max!
This thermal module and its specific counterweight are user installable and mounts to the LR1 Payload with 4+3 screws and plugs into the expansion port. Once installed, users can switch between the main LR1 camera and thermal camera through Astro's live video feed.
This item is export controlled, ECCN 6A003.b.4.b.
The LR1 Payload is well suited for high-resolution mapping and imaging missions with the Freefly Astro.
The LR1 Payload natively mounts to your Astro with the Freefly Smart Dovetail system.* This connection provides power and data communication from the camera to the ground station controller (and LTE network) for camera controls (camera settings and shutter), gimbal control (tilt), and image preview.
The payload is adjustable and expandable, and supports multiple lenses and for different applications, as well as expansion ports for add-on cameras, sensors, and power out.
Each LR1 Payload includes a Freefly gimbal with a pre-installed 61MP Sony ILX-LR1, a 24mm lens, a USB drive to capture geo-tagged JPG images**, and a travel case with a custom foam insert.
Notes
*If you are buying this for an Astro you already have, and it doesn't have the Astro Isolator, you will need to purchase one in order to mount it to your Astro.
**The LR1 Payload is optimized for mapping and inspection using JPG images. While the camera itself is capable of shooting RAW images, we have not added this ability to our integration with Astro and Pilot Pro yet.
The Flux O1 combines the proven performance of the Ouster OS1 scanner with NDAA compliance, making it the trusted choice for scanning sensitive or regulated sites.
Lightweight, versatile and easy to use, the O1 provides industry-leading point cloud density in a compact form factor, ensuring you capture every detail of your mission-critical assets.
Features
*Operation of Flux O1 requires the use of a full band GNSS base station (L1, L2, L5, and L6) or equivalent NTRIP. Click here for more information.
**Post-processing requires a modern iPad with the Freefly Flow app (free app). See the in the box section tab for recommended iPad specs.
The Flux L1 makes professional LiDAR mapping more accessible without compromising on capability.
Powered by the Livox Avia scanner, the L1 offers long-range coverage and non-repetitive scanning patterns ideal for power line inspection, forestry, and hard-to-map assets.
Affordable, reliable, and lightweight, it’s the entry point to high-value 3D capture.
Features
*Operation of Flux L1 requires the use of a full band GNSS base station (L1, L2, L5, and L6) or equivalent NTRIP. Click here for more information.
**Post-processing requires a modern iPad with the Freefly Flow app (free app). See the in the box section tab for recommended iPad specs.
From the innovative labs at FXLION comes the world’s most compact V-Mount batteries for video and motion picture production. Lighten up your carrying load, charge anywhere, and power almost all of your gear. The NANO Two is a 98Wh lithium ion battery that weighs in at only 18.3 ounces taking a load off your gear and your back.
Charge your NANO batteries anywhere with your mobile* device charger via the Micro-USB and USB-C ports or through its D-Tap port or V-Mount charger. Use select ports to power your lights, camera, smart phone, USB-C laptops, and video accessories. Purposely designed accessory plates adapt the NANO series batteries to fit a multitude of rigging and power needs. The NANO battery gives the power you need in the palm of your hand.
Features
*Some low voltage phone / tablet chargers may not be sufficient to charge the battery to full capacity. For USB C charging, a 20V/2.2A output charger (44W) is optimal.
Extend your operating time on Pilot Pro with this lightweight V-mount battery plate kit.
This kit installs on the back of your Pilot Pro with included fasteners and power cable. Once installed, you can use any V-mount battery for additional battery capacity and hot-swap batteries for continuous uptime in the field.
Adding a compact 50 Wh battery like the FXLion Nano One to your Pilot Pro nearly doubles the potential stand-alone runtime of 5 hours (see full power specs here).
This set of simple adapters lets you use your existing Alta X or IF1200A batteries (with XT90 connectors) with your Alta X Gen2. Includes two AS150U Female to XT90 Male adapters.
The TA3200 Smart Charger is purpose-built for efficiently supporting Alta X Gen2 operators running Tattu batteries. With dual high-power channels delivering up to 3200W / 60A, the TA3200 makes charging a pair of flight batteries fast, safe, and simple, with automatic balancing and temperature monitoring.
Power your Alta X Gen2 with the batteries built to fit perfectly and recharge rapidly in pairs using the Tattu TA3200 Dual-Channel Smart Charger. Alta X Gen2 requires two batteries for each flight; sold individually.
From the innovative labs at FXLION comes the world’s most compact V-Mount batteries for video and motion picture production. Lighten up your carrying load, charge anywhere, and power almost all of your gear. The NANO ONE is a 50Wh lithium ion battery that weighs in at only 11 ounces taking a load off your gear and your back.
Charge your NANO batteries anywhere with your mobile* device charger via the Micro-USB and USB-C ports or through its D-Tap port or V-Mount charger. Use select ports to power your lights, camera, smart phone, USB-C laptops, and video accessories. Purposely designed accessory plates adapt the NANO series batteries to fit a multitude of rigging and power needs. The NANO battery gives the power you need in the palm of your hand.
Features
*Some low voltage phone / tablet chargers may not be sufficient to charge the battery to full capacity. For USB C charging, a 20V/2.2A output charger (44W) is optimal.
The SL8 Travel Case is the ultimate solution for traveling with and protecting your SL8 batteries.
We designed the insert for this durable and compact SKB case. It can hold 8 batteries and 2 SL8 Fast Chargers or up to 14 batteries without chargers.
Keep your batteries safe and easily accessible with this rugged, wheeled travel case!
The AC Power Adapter (Microfit 4-pin) provides AC-DC supply for continuous operation or downloading footage from Ember S5K. It's dual voltage for worldwide power with the right plug adapter.
It also facilitates charging of internal batteries on Pilot Pro and provides longer operation times when shore power is available.
Simple battery charger for one Freefly SL8 Battery.*
The battery’s built-in management system manages charging, balance, and overall pack health. No balance connectors are needed!
Notes
*Not compatible with SL4 batteries.
SuperLight Air Batteries are designed for rigors of flight and ease of use with Astro.
Built-in battery management eliminates the need for balance connectors. The microprocessor handles: charging, discharging, and health monitoring. The OLED display indicates the state of charge, voltage, current, and more.
We added a USB-C Power Delivery port to charge your devices (even your laptop!)
Notes
The lowest profile, lightest weight monitor mount Freefly has ever made, featuring a proprietary tool-free tilt hinge that keeps a consistent feel over time. Use it to attach a monitor, phone clamp, or tablet clamp directly onto your Freefly camera body via a standard 1/4"-20 thread.
Mount a Toad (male adapter) to anything you want to mount your gimbal or payload to, allowing for quick mounting of Movi gimbals and Toad Receiver equipped payloads to other platforms such as a crane, jib, or car mount in a matter of seconds, at any angle from 0-360 degrees.
This compact NATO rail is sized perfectly to mount to the top of the Pilot Pro, giving a quick-release option for tool-less phone and tablet mounts when matched with a NATO Rail Clamp and Adjustable Accessory Mount.
The Freefly Tablet Clamp Mount securely attaches an iPad or other tablet to your rig, featuring a double clamp system, padded silicone contact points, and a wide reinforced base. Adjustable for iPads of all sizes with a 1/4"-20 threaded mountable base and ARRI standard anti-rotate pin holes.
The Alta X Short Quick Release Mount allows users to mount Toad in the Hole equipped payloads or landing gear directly to the bottom or top of the Alta X, bypassing the standard vibration isolation system. This ultra low-profile mount is optimized for heavy payloads and reduces weight to increase flight time.
These 15mm aluminum accessory mount clamps attach the Cargo Tray to the Cargo Landing Gear via two M3 threaded holes, or mount any other accessory to 15mm landing gear down tubes or cross braces. The clamp can be rotated in any orientation on the tube.
This heavy-duty Toad in the Hole Receiver (M4) provides an easy mount and release solution for heavy duty applications and payloads. It allows the operator to quickly remove the payload from the aircraft and attach it to any other carrier with a Toad installed, in a matter of seconds, at any angle from 0-360 degrees.
The Cargo Tray Kit allows package delivery on top of the Alta X, or can be added to the Cargo Landing Gear for bottom-mounted package delivery. Made of carbon fiber with vertical stiffeners, it features slots and tie-down points for securely attaching medical supplies, groceries, packages, and more.
This aluminum accessory mount clamp allows users to attach accessories to the 25mm main or end tubes on the Cargo Landing Gear, or onto any 25mm tube. The clamp can be rotated in any orientation and has two M3 threaded holes spaced 8mm apart on center.
The Alta X Payload Vibration isolator ensures your payload is not subjected to the harsh vibrations caused by the large Alta X props. This vibration isolator allows you to shoot stable footage at full speed and on long lenses, with tune-able quick release cartridges and pan dampers for maximal disturbance rejection.
Add Flux to your Alta X Gen2 for ultra fast in-the-field lidar processing. This accessory has mounting brackets and extension cables to connect the GNSS modules to the aircraft and connect to Flux on the smart dovetail mount. GNSS modules not included; they come with your Flux LiDAR payload.
This adapter lets you easily mount your Pilot Pro controller to a tripod. It includes a convenient mounting point for several Freefly accessory mounts, and can attach directly to a tripod head with a 1/4-20 screw or a quick-release plate for fast setup and teardown.
The Integrator Vibration Isolator* for mounting custom, isolated payloads to Astro that don't benefit from the Smart Dovetail** power/comms interface.
It mounts directly to the chassis of the Astro with included fasteners and has various bolt patterns for mounting payloads. Specifications are available on our wiki.
You can also adapt it later, if you want to add a Smart Dovetail Kit for additional payload compatibility.
*If you have an Astro Base that shipped before 2023, it included this isolator.
**This isolator does not include the Smart Dovetail, which is needed for the Mapping Payload. For the Mapping Payload, use this isolator.
This vehicle-side quick-release dovetail provides a mechanical and electrical integration to Astro and other vehicles with the Pixhawk Payload Bus standard.
Smart Dovetail is not hot-swap compatible. To avoid damaging Astro or your sensor, please power off the aircraft before attaching or removing a Smart Dovetail payload.
Payload and vehicle quick-release dovetail for a mechanical and electrical integration to Astro and other vehicles with the Pixhawk Payload Bus standard.
Smart Dovetail is not hotswap compatible. To avoid damaging Astro or your sensor, please power off the aircraft before attaching or removing a Smart Dovetail payload.
The Astro Isolator is optimized for payloads up to 1.5 kg / 3.31 lb that use the Smart Dovetail on Astro. The isolator reduces vibrations experienced by the payload from the aircraft for smooth footage and reduced component fatigue.
It mounts directly to the chassis of the Astro with included M3 fasteners and includes a lanyard for added safety.
Smart Dovetail is not hotswap compatible. To avoid damaging Astro or your sensor, please power off the aircraft before attaching or removing a Smart Dovetail payload.
The isolator comes with 30A durometer dampers pre-installed (as well as a spare set) which work well for most payloads. These can be replaced with 40A/50A dampers if more stiffness is needed for your application. These are available in our store here.
This is one full set of replacement battery straps for Alta X, compatible with any Alta X with OEM top mounted battery trays or Skyview Landing Gear using Tattu 12S 16AH batteries.
This is a quick-change, clockwise replacement prop set for a single motor. It includes the ActiveBlade hub for motors with M4 fasteners on booms 2 or 4, a pre-installed balanced prop set, and replacement fasteners. ActiveBlade reduced peak vibration levels to 1/5th of normal in Freefly's testing.
This kit includes replacement wear-parts, fasteners, and accessories for Alta X, including fuses, battery straps, ActiveBlade bumpers, grommets, and a variety of fasteners.
Replacement parts kit for wear parts on Alta X. Includes two changes of pan isolators and one set of isolation structure rubber bumpers, which can also be used to replace ActiveBlade bumpers.
Increase your Alta X Gen2 payload clearance with this set of 588mm / 23.15 inch legs for your Skid Landing Gear, providing 580mm / 22.83 inches of clearance from the bottom of the chassis to the ground, an increase of 130mm / 5.12 inches.
This cable connects the Freefly RTK GPS module (Base Station) to a ground station computer for power and data transmission. This 3 meter cable provides flexibility for RTK GPS module placement.
This pair of replacement counter-clockwise props for Alta X can be swapped out in the field if you have a damaged blade or blades on booms 1 or 3. Props are supplied as a weight matched and balanced pair, and are interchangeable with black-tipped props with no change to flight performance.
This is a quick-change, counterclockwise replacement prop set for a single motor. It includes the ActiveBlade hub for motors with M4 fasteners on booms 1 or 3, a pre-installed balanced prop set, and replacement fasteners. ActiveBlade reduced peak vibration levels to 1/5th of normal in Freefly's testing.
Keep Alta X Replacement Boom Struts in your kit in case you need to replace one in the field. This kit comes with the struts and fastener hardware needed to replace two boom struts using a 2.5mm hex driver, just one bolt at each end of the strut.
A selection of spare parts to keep in your kit in case something is damaged in the field.
Including spare 2.4 GHz antenna (Herelink/Doodle Labs), d-tap power cable, fasteners.
This comfortable, custom neoprene strap from OP//TECH is perfect match for Pilot Pro. It has a 2.5" wide curved and padded strap to reduce fatigue and keep you comfortable and focused on operating your Mōvi Controller or Pilot Pro.
It features metal swivel connectors for quick attachment to your controllers, buckles to swap in other connector types from OP//TECH and an adjustable length to fit operators of all sizes.
Every Pilot Pro ships with this strap included!
This is an active multi-frequency, high-accuracy, GNSS antenna for the L1/L2 GPS, E1/E5 Galileo, B1/B2 Beidou and L1/L2 GLONASS bands.
It has an integrated SMA connector and rugged IP67 automotive grade electronics.
This can be purchased as a replacement or spare for any of the he following products* currently ship with this antenna already:
*Does not include RTK module pictured for installation reference only.
Two replacement folding landing gear leg and hinge assemblies, with mounting fasteners.
Notes
These replacement vibration isolator balls for Astro come in different durometers (stiffnesses) for different payload weights and flying conditions.
Features
* Every Astro Max ship with the Astro Isolator, including (6) 30A balls pre-installed, with (6) 30A spares.
** Astro Vibration Isolator Sets do not include the "c" collar used for installation on the prior generation 4-point isolation system. If you need them or think you need them, please contact support@freeflysystems.com before ordering, for assistance with a custom order.
Prepare for the unknown by having an assortment of spare parts to keep your Astro in top shape in the field.
This set includes two replacement Astro Max propellers (one clockwise, one counter-clockwise) and fasteners. These props are 22" long unfolded, providing a 10% increase in efficiency and flight time over the prior 21" Astro Max props.
Astro vs Astro Max Props
The Astro is equipped with Freefly F45 motors, where the Astro Max has a newer Freefly 7010 motor. In addition to providing more thrust than the prior generation motor, the Astro Max 7010 motors have a different mounting pattern for props than the F45 motor. It's easy to identify which motor you have visually, just check out the image on the page that shows both motors.
Every drone package includes a Freefly Remote Controller
The Pilot Pro drone controller is the perfect companion for your next drone mission.
Combining superior US-made craftsmanship, modular radio transmitter options, and the latest in onboard emergency safety features, you'll be ready to take flight with confidence.
Freefly Astro Max (NDAA/Blue)
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