Alta X
The Alta X by FREEFLY is a professional-grade heavy-lift quadcopter drone designed for demanding aerial cinematography, industrial inspections, and mapping applications. Featuring a unique folding design that reduces size by half for easy transport, it supports payloads up to 35 lbs with a maximum takeoff weight of 77 lbs. Powered by four high-efficiency X9 motors and 33-inch folding carbon fiber propellers, it achieves top speeds over 60 mph and flight times up to 50 minutes unloaded or 15-20 minutes with heavy payloads. ActiveBlade technology minimizes vibrations to one-fifth normal levels, ensuring stable footage. It integrates a custom PX4 flight controller with GPS/Glonass/Beidou/Galileo GNSS for precise manual, position, mission, and return-to-home modes. Boom-mounted orientation lights and FPV capability enhance situational awareness, while modular mounting options accommodate cinema cameras like ARRI Alexa or RED systems. Built for reliability, it operates from -20°C to 50°C with IP43-equivalent protection.
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Dimensions
2273 × 2273 × 434 mm (Unfolded with propellers); 877 mm diameter (Folded)
Weight
10.86 kg (empty)
Speed
25 m/s (approx. 56 mph) - Top speeds up to 70 mph depending on payload and wind.
Runtime
50 minutes (Unloaded); ~22 minutes (20 lb payload); 11 minutes (35 lb max payload)
Charging Time
60-90 minutes (via EV-Peak or ISDT Dual Battery Charger)
Battery Pack
16,000 mAh (16Ah), 710.4 Wh (Total for dual 12S 44.4V configuration)
MAVLink SDK, 900MHz/2.4GHz/5.8GHz telemetry
Radio controller, ground station software
Battery Life
300-500 charge cycles (Standard for high-capacity LiPo flight packs)
None
Available Countries
USA,Canada,EU countries,Australia
Ground control station apps (QGroundControl)
Available Colours
Black frame, customizable lights
Warranty Info
1-year limited warranty
Camera Resolution
Payload dependent (e.g., 44.7MP on Alexa Mini LF)
GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo), Dual IMUs, Barometer, Orientation Lights, FPV Camera, RTK Ready (F9P GPS)
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XTI Aerospace Adds Alta X Gen2 with 35lb Payload, NDAA February 2026
XTI Aerospace integrates Freefly's Alta X Gen2 into its operations, targeting NDAA compliance by February 2026 for defense-sensitive missions. This move equips the company with a heavy-lift drone capable of 35-pound payloads, enhancing aerial logistics for high-stakes deployments. Recent trials in late 2025 demonstrated its reliability in rugged environments, positioning XTI to meet stringent federal regulations ahead of schedule. The addition disrupts traditional rotorcraft workflows by offering compact, foldable transport that deploys in minutes.
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Q1. What is Alta X, and what problem is it designed to solve?
Alta X is a heavy-lift quadcopter drone manufactured by Freefly Systems. According to the manufacturer, it addresses needs for transporting payloads up to 35 lb in industrial applications requiring extended flight endurance and precise control.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Alta X?
Alta X features a folding frame for compact transport, ActiveBlade rotors for vibration reduction, and a custom PX4 flight control stack supporting modes like manual, position, and mission. It integrates quick-release payload systems and is RTK-ready with optional modules.
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