Drone Flight Calculator

Calculate accurate flight times for your drone based on real-world conditions including wind, temperature, altitude, and terrain.

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Updated May 12, 2025
DELAIR

Delair DT26E Surveillance

Long-range surveillance drone with gyrostabilized EO/IR camera for night and day operations, featuring 170-minute endurance and 30km communication range.

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Price

$45,000

🇺🇸 USD • Local market price

Weight

15,000 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

170 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

11/10

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

6,000 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

-20°C to 50°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

45 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
50.7/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.011 min/g
D
18.9/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
36.9/100
D
36.9/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
102/100
A+
102/100
Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
100/100
A+
100/100
Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
31/100
D
31/100
Precision Control
Stability & control precision
103/100
A+
103/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
103.2/100
A+
103.2/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
2 km/kg
D
6.7/100

Performance Insights(12 insights)

✓ 8 strengths! 4 areas to consider→ 4 recommendations
  • ✓Superior wind handling capabilities (105/100) - can operate reliably in challenging outdoor conditions
  • ✓Outstanding weather versatility (102/100) - can operate across diverse environmental conditions
  • ✓Exceptional mission endurance (100/100) - perfect for long-duration professional operations
  • ✓Exceptional precision control (103/100) - ideal for cinematography and precision work
  • ✓Excellent performance per dollar (0.42/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
  • ✓Excellent all-weather reliability (103.2/100) - suitable for professional operations that can't be delayed by weather
  • →Strong mission endurance capability (100/100) - can handle demanding commercial operations
  • →Heavy drone (15000g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
  • ✓Wide temperature range (70°C span) - can operate in both cold and hot climates reliably
  • ✓High altitude capability (6000m) - suitable for mountainous regions and high-elevation operations
  • !Below-average overall performance (50.7/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
  • !Lower power efficiency (18.9/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes

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Use our advanced calculator to determine the exact flight time based on your specific conditions, including wind speed, temperature, and altitude.