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Freefly Astro Map + Pilot Pro (Herelink RF)
Astro is Freefly’s compact industrial drone platform.
Freefly understands the need for quality tools. For more than 10 years Freefly aircraft have carried cinema cameras for Hollywood and high-end productions around the world. It carries valuable payloads in high-pressure situations. We also understand the need for flexibility. Astro’s interface specs are open, making it a flexible and reliable tool to get your new ideas in the air.
Each Astro Map includes the the basis of your Mapping drone kit:
Astro Base airframe* (simple tools, and some spare bits)
61MP Mapping Payload (Quick-detach, vibration isolated Freefly gimbal + Sony Alpha 7R IVA + Sigma 24mm f3.5 lens)
The Freefly Pilot Pro controller (Herelink RF)
*Astro needs a minimum of 2 SL8 Batteries and 2 SL8 Chargers to fly, which are not included in this kit and need to be purchased separately.
Notes
Pilot skill with Manual Mode is required for Emergency Procedures. Learn more
Astro uses two Freefly SL8-Air batteries per flight (not included in this kit). We recommend 4 SL8 batteries and 2 SL8 Fast Chargers to get flying.
Works with RTK GPS Ground Station, through a user-supplied ground station computer (optional)
LTE modem works in the United States only. Learn more
Qty 1 - Astro Base (with landing gear and props)*
Qty 1 - Mapping Payload
Qty 1 - Freefly Mapping Gimbal
Qty 1 - Sony Alpha 7R IVA 61MP camera body (pre-installed in gimbal)
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 - Vibration Isolator with Smart Dovetail
Qty 1 each - Hex drivers, 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 2.5 mm
Qty 4 - Proptectors
Spare parts
Qty 1 - Extra Proptector
Qty 4 - Spare isolators
Qty 2 - Rubber hole grommet
Qty 1 - Travel Case with custom insert:
Qty 1 - Pilot Pro Controller
Qty 1 - Samsung Active Tab 3 (pre-configured and installed into controller)
Qty 1 - Herelink 1.1 RF (2.4 GHz)
Qty 1 - Custom padded neck strap
*Batteries and chargers needed for flight not included, sold separately
Up to 37 minutes flight time.
Typical flights with Mapping Payload are 25-32 minutes, depending on speed / conditions.
See Wiki for additional details
1500 grams max payload
Booms fold up to ½ the diameter
Vibration isolated payload attachment
Additional specs in the Astro wiki
Pilot Pro Controller
Freefly pilot controller
High resolution rockers for precise camera / gimbal control
Modular to accept a variety of radio transmitters
Herelink Radio (2.4 GHz)
Doodle Labs Radio or other NDAA compliant radio option coming next
Internal battery with external power inputs to support hot-swapping for maximum uptime
Emergency kill-switch
Discreet physical buttons for all key user actions
Includes custom configured, pre-installed 8" Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 tablet
Realtime drone and gimbal speed limits
Custom padded neck strap
Mapping Payload
Freefly Mapping Gimbal
Sony Alpha 7R IVA camera body (61 megapixel resolution)
Sigma 24mm f3.5 mapping lens (p/n 404965)
Camera and gimbal control from Herelink pilot controller
Vibration Isolator with Smart Dovetail
Astro Travel Case
Holds everything included with the Mapping Kit (except Pilot Pro controller)
Removable battery tray holds up to 6 Freefly SuperLight batteries*
Custom cut foam, tested to protect against drops from 1 meter
Removable/replaceable payload insert for Mapping Payload
Submersible and dust tight (MIL-STD 810G)
Airline checkable
Case dimensions: 31x24x15 inches / 79x61x38 cm
Weight of Astro Map in case (no batteries): 26.5 kg / 58.5 lbs
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-Ion
Auxiliary 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 VAC
Output: 200 Watts
Supplied with North America power cable (NEMA 1-15 ungrounded, Type A).
Power cable is replaceable (IEC320 connector).
Astro is designed and assembled in USA.
*Batteries and chargers needed for flight not included, sold separately
If you wish to purchase in store, to avoid disappointment, please confirm the availability of the product at your local John Barry prior to visiting.
Alternatively, orders placed online by 2pm AEST are typically dispatched same day, if ordered online.
If your product is on backorder, please contact us for an ETA.
Shipping is done via Startrack Express or Australia Post eParcel service and tracking advice will be provided once shipped.
For more information, please visit our Shipping Policy.
Should you have any questions regarding our equipment warranty conditions, please contact us
John Barry reserves the right under Australian Consumer Law to refuse a request for an exchange or refund on all final sale items, if you have misused/mishandled the product, or if you have simply changed your mind. Please visit our Refunds & Returns policy page for further information.