Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) - Remote Robotic
FreeFly Systems

Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue)

  • NDAA
$61,215.00 CAD
$61,215.00 CAD

Proof of concept program

Remote Robotic helps enterprise and public-sector teams validate advanced robotics solutions—drones, UGVs, ROVs, docking systems, and sensors—through a hands-on Proof-of-Concept (POC) program.

Designed for utilities, public safety, mining, energy, and large industrial organizations that need clarity, ROI, and operational certainty before investing.

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Up to 39 minutes of flight
IP43 Rated
3kg max payload
Up to 2km range
Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C
Sony LR1 61mp

Astro Max is Freefly’s compact industrial drone platform engineered for demanding mapping and inspection workflows. Designed and assembled in the U.S., the NDAA/Blue-approved version brings compliance and performance together for government and enterprise customers.

This kit includes everything you need to deploy high-resolution imaging (61 MP), foldable transportability, and full battery/charge support — making it ideal for rapid mobilization in field missions.

Astro Max (NDAA/Blue): Up to 39 minutes flight time

  • 28 minutes with LR1 Payload
  • 18 minutes with max payload (3kg)
  • See Wiki for additional details
  • 3kg max payload
  • Booms fold up to ½ the diameter
  • Alternate payload attachments sold separately:Integrator Vibration Isolator (non-electronic)
  • Freefly Smart Dovetail Kit (hard mount)
  • Standard Remote ID enabled - contact support with FAA waiver or other exemption to have it disabled
  • Optional LTE connectivity (North America only) Learn more
  • Additional specs in the Astro wiki

Pilot Pro Controller

Freefly Pilot Pro controller

High resolution rockers for precise camera / gimbal control

Modular to accept a variety of radio transmitters, ships with:Doodle Labs RF, NDAA and DIU Blue 2.4 GHz radio

Internal battery with external power inputs to support hot-swapping for maximum uptime

Emergency kill-switchDiscreet physical buttons for all key user actions

Includes custom configured, pre-installed 8" Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 tablet

Realtime drone and gimbal speed limits

Custom padded neck strap 

LR1 Payload

  • Freefly GimbalSony ILX-LR1 camera body (61 megapixel resolution)
  • Sigma 24mm f3.5 mapping lens (p/n 404965)Camera and gimbal control from Pilot Pro controller
  • Ships in separate travel case with slots of additional lenses

Astro Compact Travel Case

  • Holds everything needed to fly Astro PrimeAstro with 2 SL8 batteries* installed and legs folded
  • Pilot Pro radio controller
  • LR1 Payload Pair of SL8 ChargersSet of spare props (1 each CW & CCW)
  • Basic tools
  • Custom cut foam, tested to protect against drops from 1 meter
  • Submersible and dust tight (MIL-STD 810G)
  • Airline checkable
  • SKB Rolling Case - 3i-2217-10
  • Case dimensions: 24.52" x 19.5" x 12.22" / 62.28 x 49.53 x 31.04 cm

Weight of Astro in case:

  • As shipped/checked with LR1 (no SL8s): 38.30 lbs / 17.37 kg
  • Full kit (with two SL8s*): 42.80 lbs / 19.41 kg

Batteries

  • SL8-Air Batteries
  • Astro uses two SL8-Air batteries per flight
  • Voltage: 21.6 V (6S)
  • Capacity: 7.3 Ah, 157 Wh
  • Weight: 2.25lbs
  • Chemistry: Lithium-IonAuxiliary output: USB-C Power Delivery 

Chargers

  • SL8 Fast Charger
  • One charger charges one Freefly SL8-Air battery at a time
  • Approximate charge time for one SL8-Air battery, from 0%: 90 mins
  • Input: 100 / 240 VACOutput: 200 WattsSupplied with North America power cable (NEMA 1-15 ungrounded, Type A). Power cable is replaceable (IEC320 connector). 

SL8 Travel Case

  • Holds 8 SL8 batteries and 2 chargers or up to 14 SL8 batteries without chargers
  • Casters and stowaway handle
  • Waterproof and dust tight (MIL-STD 810H)
  • LockableSKB case (3i-1914-8B-E)

Astro Max (NDAA/Blue) is designed and assembled in USA and is NDAA and DIU Approved

  • Qty 1 - Astro Compact Travel Case:
  • Qty 1 - Astro Max Drone (with pre-installed landing gear, props and Astro Isolator)
  • Qty 1 - LR1 Payload
  • Qty 1 - Freefly GimbalQty 1 - Sony ILX-LR1 - 61MP camera body
  • Qty 1 - Sigma 24mm f3.5 mapping lens (p/n 404965)
  • Qty 1 - USB - C thumb drive
  • Qty 1 - Foam insert set for Astro Travel Case
  • Qty 1 each - Hex drivers, 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 2.5 mm
  • Qty 4 - ProptectorsSpare parts
  • Qty 1 - Extra Proptector
  • Qty 4 - Spare isolators
  • Qty 2 - Rubber hole grommet
  • Qty 1 - Pilot Pro Controller
  • Qty 1 - Samsung Active Tab 3 (pre-configured and installed into controller)
  • Qty 1 - Doodle Labs RF, NDAA and DIU Blue 2.4 GHz radio (pre-configured and installed into controller)
  • Qty 1 - Custom padded neck strap
  • Qty 6 - SL8-Air Batteries (3 pairs)
  • Qty 4 - SL8 Fast Chargers
  • Qty 1 - SL8 Travel Case
  • Qty 1 - Astro Max Replacement Props (2270 High Efficiency)( set w/ CW & CCW)
  • Qty 1 - Astro Spare Parts Kit

Remote Robotic is a North American authorized dealer for FreeFly Systems Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue).

Your purchase includes the full standard manufacturer warranty, and we also offer optional support programs to help protect your equipment and keep it performing at its best.

Learn more about Extended Care Program

Freefly Astro user manual

We offer training for all robotic solutions

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Astro Max Mapping Essentials (NDAA/Blue) FAQ

This kit includes the Astro Max drone, 61 MP Sony LR1 payload with 24mm lens, Pilot Pro controller, six SL8-Air batteries (3 flight pairs), four SL8 fast chargers, travel cases, spare props and parts kit.

With the LR1 payload installed (approx. ~3 kg max capability), you can expect roughly ~28 minutes of flight time (conditions dependent).

Yes. The platform, controller and radio included are NDAA compliant and DIU Blue–listed. This makes the kit suitable for government and critical-infrastructure programs.

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