Dragonfish Series
Dragonfish Series
Next-Gen Multi Mission eVTOL
The Dragonfish Series UAV is a vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL), tiltrotor aircraft used to provide multi-sensor intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) Services. The Dragonfish is ultraportable, runway independent, and assembles within 5 minutes from case to takeoff. The Dragonfish does not require any additional launch equipment or recovery equipment and can take off and land automatically or manually. Delivering up to 179 minutes of flight time, and a range of up to 45km*, or extended indefinitely with repeaters the system offers class leading performace in endurance and capability. The Dragonfish features a quick release for rapid payload changes, with multiple class leading EO/MWIR sensor options. Industry leading flight control and tracking algorithms make the Dragonfish system operable by a single operator with minimal training necessary.
Superior Anti-Interference
Runway Independent
5 Min Rapid Deployment
1-2 Person Portable
Silent Flight
Intelligent and User-Friendly
5-Second Self-Check
Maximum Flight Speed: 108 km/h
Longest Flight Time: 179 minutes
Transmission Distance: 45 km*
Dragonfish Workflow
IP-rated integrated transport case, sturdy and reliable, designed to be carried and transported by a single person over both short and long distances.
Complete assembly within 5 minutes, system self-check in 5 seconds,
Tap on the remote controller screen to quickly generate and create flight paths.
Set flight routes and waypoints to adapt to various mission requirements.
Simple Target Tracking Select the target to enter intelligent tracking mode.
With zoom and laser ranging, achieve efficient and accurate target locking.
Use infrared mode to improve search efficiency.
Fully Automated Flight: From takeoff to mission execution, fully autonomous, without the need for manual
intervention.
Single Operator: Optimized workflow, one operator can complete complex missions.
Switch to manual mode at any time when needed to ensure operational safety.
Easily return to home via the Home button. Convenient Storage: Quickly organize after flight, easy to
store and ready for the next use.
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Easy and Secure Transportation
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5 Min case to takeoff
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Intuitive Mission Planning
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Simple Target Tracking
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Efficient Execution and Control
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Emergency Manual Switch
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One-Button Return
Flight Logic Diagram
Superior Anti-Interference
In complex environments, the UAV maintains exceptional communication and video transmission performance, featuring strong anti-interference capabilities and stable, reliable transmission.
Quick Assembly
The Dragonfish Series features tooless assembly with a 5-second rapid self-check and the ability to take off within 5 minutes.
Smart Operations
Autel Robotics' advanced flight control technology and AI intelligence offers unparalled ease of use and precision.
Intelligent Tracking
Tap-to-Fly
AI Target Recognition and Positioning
Quick Mission
PinPoint Function
Offsite Landing
Temporary Mission
Terrain Avoidance
Mobile Platform Takeoff and Landing
One-Tap Self-Check
The UAV can lock on to its targets and flexibly adjust its flight path. Supports multiple tracking modes.
Tap on the target in the remote control and the UAV will fly directly to the target area. No sticks required
Built-in AI algorithms supports recognition and positioning of a multitude of assets and targets.
Quick missions deviate from the preplanned flight route for changing mission demands.
Pinpoint areas for temporary observation points, quick missions, or precise emergency landings.
In response to low battery or special situations, the UAV can accurately select offsite landing points.
Supports quick switching to new waypoint missions during flight.
Built-in terrain data allows the DF to maintain minimal AGL over changing terrain.
Supports takeoff and landing on moving platforms.
Automatically performs a system check before takeoff, ensuring every flight is safe and reliable.
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Silent Flight
The Dragonfish achieves ultra-silent flight through its exceptional propulsion system and innovative noise-reduction design. Barely audible above 400 ft (120m) AGL*, the DF significantly reducing the risk of detection while ensuring operational secrecy.
Multiple Redundancies, Ensuring Mission Safety
Made from high-strength composite materials with powerful propulsion, it confidently handles wind resistance up to Level 6* with ease.
*Wind resistance level applies to fixed-wing flight mode.
Fault warning, full system self-check to detect potential issues in time.
The battery, IMU, barometer, compass, RTK, and positioning system all feature redundant designs to ensure maximum flight safety.
Powered by Autel Robotics' exceptional flight control technology, ensuring stable and reliable flight performance.
Real-time monitoring of airspeed indicator status.
Dual-redundant CAN bus communication enables real-time monitoring of control surfaces and motor status, ensuring seamless command execution and robust electromagnetic interference resistance.
In fixed-wing flight mode, when affected by complex environments, the flight control system will automatically switch to multirotor mode for assisted flight.
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Made from high-strength composite materials
Made from high-strength composite materials with powerful propulsion, it confidently handles wind resistance up to Level 6* with ease.
*Wind resistance level applies to fixed-wing flight mode.
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All feature redundant designs to ensure
The battery, IMU, barometer, compass, RTK, and positioning system all feature redundant designs to ensure maximum flight safety.
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Exceptional flight control technology
Powered by Autel Robotics' exceptional flight control technology, ensuring stable and reliable flight performance.
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Multirotor mode for assisted flight
In fixed-wing flight mode, when affected by complex environments, the flight control system will automatically switch to multirotor mode for assisted flight.
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Dual-redundant CAN bus communication
Dual-redundant CAN bus communication enables real-time monitoring of control surfaces and motor status, ensuring seamless command execution and robust electromagnetic interference resistance.
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Real-time monitoring of airspeed indicator status
Unaffected by wind, rain, or icing.
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Fault warning
full system self-check to detect potential issues in time.
Safety Mechanisms
GNSS Loss Protection
When operating in non-GNSS environments, the UAV activates landing protection, automatically descending from its current position to ensure safety.
Low-Battery Return
Users can customize the expected landing battery level. The UAV calculates the optimal return timing in real-time based on current battery levels and flight status, ensuring it lands with a battery level close to the user-defined threshold.
Lost-Signal Return
If signal between the UAV and the ground station is interrupted, the loss-of-connection protection activates. If GNSS signals are available, the UAV initiates automatic return-to-home.
Emergency Manual Override
In case of an emergency, you can switch the remote controller to M mode at any time to immediately take manual control, ensuring flight safety.
DG-L20T
The Dragonfish Series can be equipped a range class leading EO/MWIR payloads such as the the DG-L20T,
1/2" CMOS
Effective pixels: 12MP
Max. video resolution: 3840×2160@30FPS
Max. photo size: 4000×3000
1/2.5" CMOS
Effective pixels: 8MP 4K 20x optical zoom
Max. video resolution: 3840×2160@30FPS
Max. photo size: 3840×2160
640*512 Resolution
Temperature range: -20℃~150℃ / 0℃~550℃
Temperature measurement accuracy: ±3℃ or ±3% of reading
Measurement range: ≤400m: ±1m; ＞400m: ±0.4%
Measuring range: 10-1200m
Size Comparison
Dragonfish Standard
7.5 kg（16.53lb） | 2.49 m wingspan
Dragonfish Pro
14.5 kg（31.97lb） | 3.29 m wingspan
Accessories
Dragonfish Ground Station
Display: 9.7-inch screen, 1000-nit maximum brightness, 2048x1536 resolution.
Endurance Time: 2.5 h (maximum brightness), 4.5 h (50% brightness).
Storage: Built-in 128GB storage.
Environmental Adaptability: Operating temperature range from -20°C to 40°C.
Autel Smart Antenna Transmission (ASAT) (Optional)
The Autel Smart Antenna Transmission integrates directional and omnidirectional antennas, a base station motherboard, and an RTK antenna, enabling up to 45 km* ultra-long transmission with enhanced anti-interference performance.
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Autel Dragonfish Nest (Optional)
The Autel Dragonfish Nest is an unattended platform with automatic takeoff, landing, battery swapping, and all-weather monitoring,
enabling remote mission management and large-scale UAV inspections to enhance efficiency.
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Dragonfish Repeater (Optional)
The Dragonfish Repeater integrates antennas, a relay base, 4G module, and solar UPS system, enabling long-range operations and 24/7 remote management. Paired with the Nest, it supports ultra-long-range transmission and power-free deployment.
More+Applications
The Dragonfish, with its powerful flight performance and robust software and hardware platform, redefines productivity tools. It empowers fields such as security and inspection, paying tribute to the future with technological excellence.
Coastal Anti-Smuggling
Police Enforcement
Forest Fire Prevention
Power Line Inspection
Traffic Inspection
