Freefly designed the Alta X ( 950-00118-04 ) from the ground up to capitalize on the benefits of large, efficient props while maintaining the crisp control and unmatched precision the Alta line is known for.
Does not come with Movi Carbon or landing gear
Industrial workhorse.
We designed Alta X from the ground up to capitalize on the benefits of large, efficient props while maintaining the crisp control and unmatched precision the Alta line is known for.
Alta X folds to half its normal size with the push of a finger. The folding linkages stiffen the booms to ensure low vibration and preciseflight characteristics.
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Our Alta ActiveBlade design reduces vibration to 1/5th of the normal level.
Reduced vibration means lower fatigue on components, longer motor bearing life, less payload vibration for cleaner data collection, and of course better footage when shooting.
Designed, assembled, tested, and supported by the Freefly team at our headquarters in Woodinville WA, USA.
Our customer support team, operations, and engineering team all work in the same building to encourage cross-team communication. We even developed our own product development software to ensure our customers’ success remains our priority as Freefly grows.
We sweat the details so you don’t have to. Check out some of the manufacturing tests and workflow we created to ensure Alta X will perform day after day in the harshest environments.
Building a drone that flies like the Alta X is just the first step. Our customers’ success depends on our comprehensive and integrated ecosystem that ensures in-field success.
TRAINING
At your HQ or ours, we will teach you best practices and how we operate to ensure the best chance at success.
SUPPORT TEAM
Realtime and expert help from our US-based support team.
ENGINEERING TEAM
From custom integrations to advice on adapting your payload to an Alta X, our Engineering team is available and eager to help.
SPARE PARTS
We stock all important spare parts to keep you up and running. Customers can order directly from our webstore 24 hours a day and in-stock parts will ship same or next day.
With the optional industrial package, users can have Freefly support and Auterion’s predictive maintenance suite monitoring your Alta X live and alerting you to any potential issues before they become a real problems. Replace parts as needed, not as planned.
DOCUMENTATION
We pay attention to what our customers are asking and make it all available for users on our website. No "email for more info" or “our rep will contact you for details” we value efficiency and transparency.
PARTNERS
We partner with top companies to offer more valuable and integrated packages.
Integration.
Alta X is built to carry just about anything with our integrated quick release system on top and bottom of the aircraft.
We’ve made the software stack equally as flexible by using Auterion Enterprise PX4 and supporting the MAVSDK.
GIMBAL
LiDAR
LED
GENERATOR
MAPPING
TETHER
WIRE
A lightweight, low-profile quick release unit which provides an easy mount and release solution for your Alta to a variety of payloads.
Fly cinema grade lighting for over 20 minutes with Alta X.
EXPANSION PORTS
Alta X features 3 battery voltage power outputs and optional 5V, 12V DC to DC converters to power your payloads. Additionally we break out the following ports for easy access.
3 x 10a FUSED OUTPUTS
50V
UART Port
MAVLINK UART for accessories
USB-C
For firmware updates
I2C Port
Accessory connectivity (parachute, GPS, etc.)
CAN Port
Power and accessory connectivity
AUTERION ENTERPRISE PX4
Auterion and Freefly jointly develop and improve PX4 firmware for use on Freefly drones.
Control Alta with custom MAVSDK API software which can be used from the ground via radio, or onboard via an expansion computer (not included).
Keep flying safely with the latest software updates.
FREEFLY RTK GPS
Alta X can be equipped with centimeter level precision by adding our multi-band RTK system.
Using the latest GNSS module from u-blox (F9P) our RTK will give you rock solid height and position hold.
“The Alta X delivers boatloads of power with the same responsiveness as previous platforms. It will change the entire paradigm of drone workflow on motion picture sets.”
Patrick Weir
PEACEMAKER FILMWORKS
“I think what makes the Alta X so valuable and distinctive is the combination of payload capacity, endurance, reliability and ease of transport. All of that comes together to make my life easier and allows me to fly the complex camera and lens combinations that directors and DP’s want.”
Nick Kolias
PROFESSIONAL DRONE OPERATOR
“With the Alta X pulling out rope in our logging operations, we’ve found a significant time savings. What would take one or two people 3+ hours, the Alta X can do in 5 to 8 minutes. Also the added safety of not having to send people through adverse terrain is priceless.”
Every Alta X (950-00118) ships with the following:
Qty 1 - Alta X Airframe with 30A isolators, F9P GPS Qty 1 - Spare parts kit Qty 2 - Fuse Mini 297 32V 10A Qty 2 - Replacement Battery Strap Qty 2 - Active Blade Bumper (black) Qty 2 - Active Blade Bumper (gray) Qty 5 - M4x16 Combo Head bolt Qty 5 - M4x10 Combo Head bolt Qty 5 - M3x8 Combo Head bolt Qty 5 - M4x14 Combo Head bolt Qty 5 - M4x8 Combo Head bolt Qty 1 - USB C to A Cable (1m) Qty 1 each - 2.0mm, 2.5mm and 3mm allen drivers
If you choose a different configuration of Alta X it will include the items above as well as the additional items specific to the configuration:
Alta X in Travel Case (Includes Futaba Radio, FPV System, FRX Pro) - 950-00118-04 Ships in the Alta X Travel Case instead of just a box with foam. The Alta X has the Futaba receiver, FPV camera/transmitter and airside FRX Pro pre-installed Does not include batteries/charger or landing gear For maximum versatility for a variety of operators, Alta X does not include landing gear by default. We recommend Skyview Landing Gear, Cargo Landing Gear or Movi Pro Aerial Bundle.
Please be aware that John Barry has multiple warehouse locations in different states.
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.
John Barry Sales offers the same the warranty conditions as scheduled by the product manufacturer.
Should you have any questions regarding our equipment warranty conditions, please contact us
John Barry will happily exchange a product sold to you that does not match the description on our website, or if the product is not of an acceptable quality or condition for use.
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.