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

SA200

Unmanned helicopter system designed for commercial and research applications.

EnterpriseHeavy

Price

$293,939.39 (est.)

Market price

Weight

25,000 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

120 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

8/12

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

4,572 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

-20°C to 50°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

35 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
39.4/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.005 min/g
D
8/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
17.3/100
D
17.3/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
85.9/100
B+
85.9/100
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
86/100
B+
86/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
82.2/100
B
82.2/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
3.2 km/kg
D
10.7/100

Performance Insights(12 insights)

4 strengths! 5 areas to consider4 recommendations
  • Exceptional mission endurance (100/100) - perfect for long-duration professional operations
  • Excellent all-weather reliability (82.2/100) - suitable for professional operations that can't be delayed by weather
  • Strong mission endurance capability (100/100) - can handle demanding commercial operations
  • Heavy drone (25000g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
  • Wide temperature range (70°C span) - can operate in both cold and hot climates reliably
  • High altitude capability (4572m) - suitable for mountainous regions and high-elevation operations
  • !Below-average overall performance (39.4/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
  • !Lower power efficiency (8/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes
  • !Premium pricing relative to performance (0.5/100) - evaluate features vs cost for your use case
  • Excellent for professional surveying and mapping - combines long endurance with weather reliability
  • Excellent for search and rescue operations - reliable in various weather with good endurance
  • !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 3 key areas

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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.