Updated August 16, 2025
Inspired Flight Technologies IF300 Kestrel
Entry-level hexacopter for training and light commercial applications.
EducationalHigher Ed
Price
$25,000
🇺🇸 USD • Local market price
Weight
3,000 g
Total weight including battery
Flight Time
55 mins
Average flight time in normal conditions
Wind Resistance
5/10
Ability to handle wind conditions
Maximum Altitude
3,048 m
Maximum operating altitude
Temperature Range
-5°C to 35°C
Operating temperature range
Maximum Wind Speed
20 mph
Maximum recommended wind speed
Performance Analysis
Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
44.7/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.018 min/g
D
30.6/100Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
27.8/100
D
27.8/100Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
66.8/100
D
66.8/100Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
100/100
A+
100/100Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
31/100
D
31/100Precision Control
Stability & control precision
85/100
B+
85/100All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
70.1/100
C
70.1/100Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
6 km/kg
D
20/100Performance Insights(8 insights)
✓ 2 strengths! 5 areas to consider→ 1 recommendations
- ✓Exceptional mission endurance (100/100) - perfect for long-duration professional operations
- ✓Excellent performance per dollar (1.222/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
- →Heavy drone (3000g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
- !Below-average overall performance (44.7/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
- !Lower power efficiency (30.6/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes
- !Premium pricing relative to performance (4.4/100) - 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