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 18, 2025

Alta 6

A compact hexacopter designed for professional cinematography, offering a balance of payload capacity and flight time.

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Price

$15,995.00

Market price

Weight

7,500 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

20 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

6/12

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

4,572 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

-10°C to 40°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

18 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
30.5/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.003 min/g
D
4.4/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
12.2/100
D
12.2/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
76.6/100
C+
76.6/100
Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
55.3/100
D
55.3/100
Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
31/100
D
31/100
Precision Control
Stability & control precision
82/100
B
82/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
73.9/100
C
73.9/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
0.53 km/kg
D
1.8/100

Performance Insights(10 insights)

3 strengths! 6 areas to consider1 recommendations
  • Excellent performance per dollar (0.278/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
  • Excellent cinematography precision (82/100) - can deliver professional-quality smooth footage
  • Heavy drone (7500g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
  • High altitude capability (4572m) - suitable for mountainous regions and high-elevation operations
  • !Below-average overall performance (30.5/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
  • !Lower power efficiency (4.4/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes
  • !Limited wind performance (70/100) - best suited for calm weather conditions
  • !Premium pricing relative to performance (2.5/100) - evaluate features vs cost for your use case
  • !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 4 key areas
  • !Premium pricing concerns - performance may not justify the high price point compared to alternatives

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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.