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 August 16, 2025
DRAGANFLY

Draganfly Heavy Lifter

Industrial-grade heavy-lift octocopter designed for cargo delivery and specialized payload missions with exceptional stability

EnterpriseProfessionalHeavy

Price

$45,000

🇺🇸 USD • Local market price

Weight

12,000 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

50 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

9/10

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

600 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

-25°C to 55°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

35 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
42.3/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.004 min/g
D
6.9/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
26/100
D
26/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
80/100
B
80/100
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
97/100
A+
97/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
86/100
B+
86/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
1.67 km/kg
D
5.6/100

Performance Insights(12 insights)

✓ 6 strengths! 4 areas to consider→ 4 recommendations
  • ✓Superior wind handling capabilities (95/100) - can operate reliably in challenging outdoor conditions
  • ✓Exceptional mission endurance (100/100) - perfect for long-duration professional operations
  • ✓Exceptional precision control (97/100) - ideal for cinematography and precision work
  • ✓Excellent performance per dollar (0.154/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
  • ✓Excellent all-weather reliability (86/100) - suitable for professional operations that can't be delayed by weather
  • →Strong mission endurance capability (100/100) - can handle demanding commercial operations
  • →Heavy drone (12000g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
  • ✓Wide temperature range (80°C span) - can operate in both cold and hot climates reliably
  • !Below-average overall performance (42.3/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
  • !Lower power efficiency (6.9/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes
  • !Premium pricing relative to performance (2.2/100) - evaluate features vs cost for your use case
  • →Excellent for professional surveying and mapping - combines long endurance with weather reliability

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