Drone Flight Calculator

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

Safety First

Environmental analysis for drone operations

Precision

Integrates 8 physics calculations

Global Support

Presets and custom parameters for any location

Drones Regulators Environmental Factors
Wind Analysis
Battery Estimation
Temperature Impact
Humidity Effects
Terrain Factors
Altitude Adjustment
Updated August 21, 2025
HOVERAIR

X3 Explorer

Adventure-focused drone with 4K camera, GPS waypoint navigation, 28-minute flight time, and rugged design. Features weather resistance, extended range, manual control options, and comprehensive flight planning capabilities.

ProsumerProfessionalVideography

Price

$899.00

Market price

Weight

420 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

28 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

7/12

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

1,000 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

-10°C to 50°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

32 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
70.8/100
Grade: C
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.067 min/g
A+
100/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
61.7/100
D
61.7/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
72.7/100
C
72.7/100
Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
76.7/100
C+
76.7/100
Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
86.5/100
B+
86.5/100
Precision Control
Stability & control precision
67.4/100
D
67.4/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
72.9/100
C
72.9/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
11.9 km/kg
D
39.7/100

Performance Insights(10 insights)

✓ 4 strengths! 4 areas to consider→ 2 recommendations
  • ✓Exceptional power efficiency (100/100) - excellent for extended missions and battery life optimization
  • ✓Excellent performance per dollar (111.235/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
  • ✓Low cost per flight hour ($1.93/hr) - economical for frequent use and commercial operations
  • →Strong mission endurance capability (76.7/100) - can handle demanding commercial operations
  • ✓Wide temperature range (60°C span) - can operate in both cold and hot climates reliably
  • !Below-average overall performance (70.8/100, Grade C) - consider if this meets your specific needs
  • !Limited wind performance (73.3/100) - best suited for calm weather conditions
  • !Premium pricing relative to performance (62.3/100) - evaluate features vs cost for your use case
  • →Great entry-level choice - offers good performance and efficiency at an attractive price point
  • !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 3 key areas

Ready to Calculate Flight Time?

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