Freefly Astro Map + Pilot Pro (Herelink RF) (No Charger or SL8-Air Batteries)

The Freefly Astro Map + Pilot Pro (Herelink RF) is a professional aerial mapping drone system designed for surveying, photogrammetry, geospatial data collection, and industrial applications. Combining the Freefly Astro aircraft, a high-resolution Sony mapping camera, integrated RTK positioning, and the Pilot Pro ground controller, this system provides a versatile solution for capturing detailed aerial imagery and supporting precision mapping workflows.

Featuring a compact folding airframe, stabilized camera gimbal, and advanced onboard computing, the Astro supports autonomous flight missions and integration with professional mapping software. Its portable design makes it suitable for field operations across construction, surveying, mining, agriculture, infrastructure inspection, and land management.

Important: This configuration does not include SL8-Air flight batteries or a compatible battery charger. These must be purchased separately before operating the aircraft.

Key Features

• Professional aerial mapping platform for surveying and geospatial applications.

• High-resolution Sony a7R IVA camera with approximately 61-megapixel resolution.

• Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG DN Contemporary lens for detailed aerial image capture.

• Integrated multiband RTK GNSS positioning for high-precision flight data.

• Freefly Pilot Pro ground controller with Herelink radio system.

• Preconfigured 8-inch Samsung tablet for flight control and mission monitoring.

• Stabilized mapping gimbal for consistent aerial image acquisition.

• Freefly Skynode onboard computing platform.

• Support for autonomous flight missions and compatible ground-control software.

• Compact folding design for transportation and field deployment.

• Protective transport case with custom-cut foam insert.

• Designed for professional photogrammetry, mapping, and industrial data collection.

High-Resolution Mapping Camera

The Astro Map configuration features a Sony a7R IVA full-frame camera with approximately 61 megapixels of resolution. This high-resolution imaging system is designed to capture detailed aerial photographs for photogrammetry, orthomosaic generation, 3D reconstruction, and geospatial analysis.

The included Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG DN Contemporary lens provides a fixed focal length suitable for structured aerial image acquisition. Images can be transferred into compatible photogrammetry software for processing and analysis.

Integrated RTK Positioning

The integrated RTK-capable GNSS system is designed to improve aircraft positioning accuracy during mapping missions. It uses a multiconstellation GNSS receiver to support compatible satellite navigation systems, including GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo.

When used with suitable correction data and appropriate operating conditions, RTK positioning can provide centimeter-level positioning precision. Actual mapping accuracy depends on satellite visibility, correction availability, camera calibration, flight planning, image overlap, and processing methods.

Pilot Pro Controller with Herelink RF

The Freefly Pilot Pro controller provides an integrated interface for aircraft operation, mission planning, telemetry monitoring, and camera control. The controller features dual flight-control sticks, dedicated buttons and switches, and camera and gimbal controls.

The included 8-inch Samsung tablet provides a display for compatible ground-control software, allowing operators to monitor flight information, review mission progress, and manage supported autonomous flight workflows.

The Herelink radio system operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency band and provides the aircraft control and video communication link for this configuration. Actual operating range and performance depend on local regulations, interference, antenna positioning, and environmental conditions.

Skynode Onboard Computing

The Freefly Astro incorporates the Skynode onboard computing platform, combining flight-control functionality with Linux-based computing capabilities. This architecture supports advanced flight operations, autonomous mission execution, and software integration.

Compatible development tools, including MAVSDK, can support custom applications and integration with external operational systems and data-processing workflows.

Autonomous Flight and Mission Planning

The Astro supports manual flight and compatible autonomous mission workflows. Operators can use supported ground-control software to plan routes, configure flight parameters, monitor telemetry, and execute repeatable aerial mapping missions.

Automated flight planning helps maintain consistent flight paths and image acquisition patterns. Mission parameters should be configured according to the survey area, required image overlap, ground sampling distance, terrain, obstacles, and intended mapping outputs.

Compact and Portable Design

The Astro features a folding airframe designed to simplify transportation, storage, and deployment. Its compact configuration allows survey teams and industrial operators to transport the aircraft between job sites.

The included protective travel case features a custom-cut foam insert to organize and protect the equipment during transportation and storage.

Applications

Land Surveying and Mapping

Capture aerial imagery for orthomosaic production, topographic mapping, site documentation, and geospatial analysis.

Construction and Engineering

Monitor construction progress, document project sites, and create aerial records for planning and reporting.

Mining and Quarrying

Collect detailed site imagery to support surface documentation, operational planning, and compatible mapping workflows.

Agriculture and Land Management

Map agricultural fields, document land conditions, and support geospatial assessment.

Infrastructure Inspection

Capture aerial imagery of roads, industrial facilities, utility corridors, and other infrastructure assets.

Environmental Monitoring

Produce repeatable aerial records for land-use assessment, environmental observation, and site monitoring.

Technical Specifications

Aircraft

• Manufacturer: Freefly Systems

• Model: Astro

• Configuration: Astro Map with Pilot Pro

• Airframe: Folding multirotor design

• Onboard computing: Freefly Skynode

• Flight capabilities: Manual and supported autonomous missions

• Positioning: Integrated RTK-capable GNSS

Camera and Mapping Payload

• Camera: Sony a7R IVA

• Sensor resolution: Approximately 61 megapixels

• Lens: Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG DN Contemporary

• Gimbal: Stabilized mapping gimbal

• Image storage: USB-C storage drive

• Primary applications: Photogrammetry, aerial surveying, and geospatial mapping

Controller and Communication

• Controller: Freefly Pilot Pro

• Radio system: Herelink RF

• Operating frequency: 2.4 GHz

• Display: Preconfigured 8-inch Samsung tablet

• Controls: Dual flight sticks, programmable buttons, switches, and camera/gimbal controls

Power and Accessories

• Battery type: Freefly SL8-Air batteries

• Batteries included: No

• Battery charger included: No

• Required flight batteries: Two compatible SL8-Air batteries per flight

Package Contents

The package is configured around the following equipment, subject to the exact supplier listing:

• Freefly Astro aircraft.

• Integrated mapping camera and gimbal assembly.

• Sony a7R IVA camera.

• Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG DN Contemporary lens.

• Freefly Pilot Pro controller.

• Herelink RF system.

• Preconfigured 8-inch Samsung tablet.

• USB-C storage drive.

• Protective transport case with custom foam insert.

• Specified aircraft accessories and tools.

Items Not Included

• Freefly SL8-Air flight batteries.

• Compatible SL8-Air battery charger.

Two compatible SL8-Air batteries and a suitable charger must be obtained separately before flight operations.

Important Notes

• RTK positioning performance depends on correction data, satellite visibility, and operating conditions.

• Actual flight time varies with payload, battery condition, temperature, wind, and flight profile.

• Radio operation must comply with applicable local frequency regulations.

• Confirm the exact package contents and included accessories with the supplier before ordering.

• Verify compatibility with the intended mapping software and data-processing workflow.

Product Summary

The Freefly Astro Map + Pilot Pro (Herelink RF) is a professional aerial mapping solution combining a high-resolution Sony camera, RTK-capable positioning, a stabilized mapping gimbal, and an advanced ground-control system. Its compact design and autonomous mission capabilities make it suitable for surveying, construction, infrastructure documentation, and geospatial data collection.

This configuration is supplied without SL8-Air flight batteries or a compatible charger. Both must be purchased separately before the aircraft can be operated.