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

Updated May 25, 2025

T18

Foldable 2K drone with GPS, optical flow positioning, and 20 minutes flight time. Features follow me mode and waypoint flight.

ConsumerBudget

Price

$299.99

Market price

Weight

420 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

20 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

4/12

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

100 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

0°C to 40°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

20 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
59.6/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.048 min/g
C+
79.4/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
46.3/100
D
46.3/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
52.3/100
D
52.3/100
Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
51.3/100
D
51.3/100
Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
86.5/100
B+
86.5/100
Precision Control
Stability & control precision
61.4/100
D
61.4/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
56.7/100
D
56.7/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
2.38 km/kg
D
7.9/100

Performance Insights(8 insights)

3 strengths! 3 areas to consider2 recommendations
  • Outstanding value for money (100/100) - exceptional performance-to-price ratio
  • Excellent performance per dollar (264.559/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
  • Low cost per flight hour ($0.9/hr) - economical for frequent use and commercial operations
  • Great portability for everyday use (86.5/100) - perfect for casual photography and travel
  • !Below-average overall performance (59.6/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
  • !Limited wind performance (63.3/100) - best suited for calm weather conditions
  • Great entry-level choice - offers good performance and efficiency at an attractive price point
  • !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 4 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.