Freefly Astro Max (NDAA/Blue) (Ships with Astro Max 2270 High Efficiency Propellers)

Product Overview

The Freefly Astro Max (NDAA/Blue) is a professional industrial drone designed for demanding aerial operations, including mapping, surveying, infrastructure inspection, and specialized data collection. This configuration is designed for organizations requiring NDAA-compliant equipment and components meeting DIU Blue approval requirements.

Featuring a compact folding airframe, advanced flight-control technology, and a modular payload architecture, the Astro Max provides a versatile platform for professional operators. Its open interface supports compatible imaging cameras, thermal sensors, multispectral systems, LiDAR equipment, and other specialized payloads.

This configuration includes the Freefly Pilot Pro controller with an NDAA- and DIU Blue-approved Doodle Labs 2.4 GHz radio system. It also ships with Astro Max 2270 High Efficiency Propellers, folding landing gear, an Astro Isolator, and a compact travel case.

Key Features

• NDAA/Blue Configuration: Designed for professional and government applications requiring compliant drone hardware and communications components.

• 2270 High Efficiency Propellers: Includes folding propellers designed specifically for the Astro Max platform.

• Compact Folding Airframe: Simplifies transportation, storage, and field deployment.

• Advanced Flight Control: Incorporates Freefly Skynode flight-control hardware and customized Auterion Enterprise PX4 software.

• Modular Payload Integration: Supports compatible imaging, thermal, multispectral, LiDAR, and other specialized payloads.

• Freefly Pilot Pro Controller: Provides professional aircraft and payload control capabilities.

• Doodle Labs Radio System: Includes an NDAA- and DIU Blue-approved 2.4 GHz radio configuration.

• Vibration-Isolated Payload Mounting: Includes an Astro Isolator for compatible payload installations.

• Integrated Remote ID: Supports Standard Remote ID requirements.

• Portable Transport Solution: Includes a compact travel case designed for convenient transportation.

Applications

Aerial Mapping and Surveying

Supports compatible mapping cameras and surveying payloads for aerial image acquisition, photogrammetry, orthomosaic generation, and land surveying workflows.

Industrial Inspection

Provides a flexible aerial platform for inspecting infrastructure, utilities, industrial facilities, and other difficult-to-access assets.

Thermal Imaging

Supports compatible thermal imaging payloads for equipment inspection, heat-related assessments, and specialized monitoring applications.

Public Safety and Emergency Response

Can be configured with compatible imaging equipment to support aerial observation, incident assessment, and situational awareness.

Construction and Infrastructure Monitoring

Enables aerial documentation of construction sites, infrastructure projects, and changing site conditions.

Specialized Data Collection

The open interface architecture allows integration of compatible sensors and mission-specific equipment for scientific, engineering, and industrial applications.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Freefly Systems

• Model: Astro Max (NDAA/Blue)

• SKU: 950-00187

• Aircraft Type: Professional industrial multirotor drone

• Compliance Configuration: NDAA-compliant and DIU Blue-approved

• Flight Controller: Freefly Skynode

• Flight Control Software: Customized Auterion Enterprise PX4

• Maximum Payload Capacity: 3,000 g (3 kg)

• Maximum Flight Time: Up to 43 minutes under specified conditions

• Flight Time with Freefly LR1 Payload: Approximately 31 minutes

• Flight Time at Maximum Payload: Approximately 20 minutes

• Propeller Type: Astro Max 2270 High Efficiency folding propellers

• Propeller Configuration: Clockwise (CW) and counterclockwise (CCW)

• Radio System: Doodle Labs NDAA/DIU Blue-approved 2.4 GHz radio

• Remote Controller: Freefly Pilot Pro

• Battery System: Two compatible Freefly SL8-Air batteries per flight

• Battery Capacity: 157 Wh per battery

• Payload Compatibility: Supported Freefly and third-party payloads

• Remote Identification: Standard Remote ID enabled

• Transport Case: Astro Compact Travel Case

Flight time varies depending on payload weight, environmental conditions, battery condition, and operating configuration.

What's Included

• 1 × Freefly Astro Max (NDAA/Blue) drone

• 1 × Freefly Pilot Pro controller

• 1 × Doodle Labs NDAA/DIU Blue-approved 2.4 GHz radio system

• 1 × Preconfigured Samsung Active Tab tablet installed in the controller

• 1 × Astro Compact Travel Case

• 1 × Astro Isolator

• 1 × Set of folding landing gear

• 1 × Set of Astro Max 2270 High Efficiency Propellers

• 3 × Hex drivers (1.5 mm, 2 mm, and 2.5 mm)

• 4 × Proptectors

• 1 × Additional Proptector

• 4 × Spare isolators

• 2 × Rubber hole grommets

• 1 × Custom padded controller neck strap

• Additional spare parts

Battery and Charging Requirements

The Astro Max requires two compatible Freefly SL8-Air batteries for each flight. Batteries and chargers are sold separately and are not included in the standard configuration.

For extended field operations, using four SL8-Air batteries and two SL8 Fast Chargers can help reduce downtime between flights and maintain operational continuity.

Payload Compatibility

The Astro Max features an open interface architecture designed to accommodate compatible professional payloads and specialized equipment.

Supported payload categories include:

• Freefly LR1 imaging payloads

• Compatible high-resolution mapping cameras

• Supported thermal imaging systems

• Compatible multispectral imaging sensors

• Freefly Flux LiDAR payloads

• Supported optical gas imaging systems

• Compatible third-party surveying and inspection equipment

Payload compatibility depends on mounting hardware, weight, electrical requirements, communication interfaces, and software integration. Payloads and additional mounting accessories are sold separately unless specifically included in the purchased configuration.

Propeller Compatibility

This configuration includes Astro Max 2270 High Efficiency Propellers, designed for the Astro Max platform.

The propellers are identified by their 2270 markings and designated rotation direction, including clockwise (CW) and counterclockwise (CCW) configurations.

Always install the correct propeller type and rotation direction according to the manufacturer's instructions. Do not mix 2270 High Efficiency Propellers with standard 2170 propellers.

Compliance and Operating Considerations

The Astro Max (NDAA/Blue) configuration is designed for professional organizations requiring compliant aircraft and communications equipment. The aircraft configuration includes the specified Doodle Labs radio system and associated flight-control software.

The aircraft supports Standard Remote ID. Operators must follow all applicable aviation regulations, operational restrictions, and requirements in their jurisdiction.

Integrated LTE functionality is subject to regional availability. Confirm compatibility and operating requirements for the intended country before deployment.

Why Choose the Freefly Astro Max (NDAA/Blue)?

The Freefly Astro Max combines a compact folding design, advanced flight-control technology, flexible payload integration, and a compliance-focused configuration for professional aerial operations.

With support for compatible mapping cameras, thermal imaging systems, multispectral sensors, and LiDAR equipment, it can be adapted to a broad range of industrial, commercial, and government applications.

Supplied with Astro Max 2270 High Efficiency Propellers and the Freefly Pilot Pro controller, the Astro Max provides a versatile foundation for aerial surveying, infrastructure inspection, mapping, and specialized data collection.