{"product_id":"freefly-astro-map-essentials-kit","title":"Freefly Systems ASTRO Map Essentials Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eFreefly Systems ASTRO Map Essentials Kit brings high-resolution aerial mapping to survey, agriculture and construction workflows, enabling teams to deploy a complete 61 MP mapping system in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapture survey-grade aerial imagery:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 61 MP Sony Alpha 7R IVA full-frame camera paired with a Sigma 24mm f\/3.5 lens supports detailed orthomosaics, photogrammetric surface models and mapping deliverables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStay productive in the field:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six SL8-Air batteries and four SL8 Fast Chargers support continuous battery rotation during extended mapping campaigns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeploy a complete mapping kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e The package combines the Astro airframe, 61 MP mapping payload, batteries, chargers, controller, replacement parts and travel case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain clean aerial imagery:\u003c\/strong\u003e A quick-detach, vibration-isolated Freefly gimbal helps isolate the camera from airframe vibration while supporting rapid payload changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview and Who It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Freefly Astro Map Essentials Kit is designed for survey companies, precision agriculture services, construction mapping teams and geospatial data providers that need a high-resolution photogrammetry platform ready for field deployment. RTK GPS ground station compatibility is available as an optional accessory, LTE modem functionality is available in the United States only, and Manual Mode proficiency is required for emergency procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurvey and Mapping:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-resolution topographic mapping, orthomosaic production and photogrammetric surface models for cadastral survey, land development and infrastructure documentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Agriculture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detailed crop mapping, field boundary survey and high-resolution imagery across large agricultural blocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCivil and Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Construction progress documentation, topographic survey for civil design and corridor mapping for as-built records and planning deliverables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreefly Astro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamera\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSony Alpha 7R IVA (61 MP full-frame)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSigma 24mm f\/3.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGimbal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick-detach, vibration-isolated Freefly gimbal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBatteries included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 x SL8-Air (3 pairs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChargers included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 x SL8 Fast Charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eController\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePilot Pro (Herelink RF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePilot Pro Travel Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRTK GPS compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional RTK GPS Ground Station (sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLTE modem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable in the United States only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen interface specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned and assembled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreefly Astro base airframe x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e61 MP mapping payload (quick-detach vibration-isolated gimbal, Sony Alpha 7R IVA, Sigma 24mm lens) x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSL8-Air batteries x6 (3 pairs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSL8 Fast Chargers x4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement props and parts kit x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot Pro Travel Case x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot Pro Herelink RF controller x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRegulatory and Compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransport Canada RPAS classification and the specific certification requirements for this aircraft require confirmation before publishing. The supplied product information identifies the aircraft as exceeding 250 g and flags its MTOW and specific Transport Canada classification for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual Mode proficiency is required for emergency procedures. Regulations are subject to change; operators should verify current Transport Canada RPAS requirements before each operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs RTK GPS included in the kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Astro Map Essentials Kit is compatible with an RTK GPS Ground Station for enhanced positioning precision, but the RTK ground station is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the kit include the batteries, chargers and controller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The supplied package includes six SL8-Air batteries, four SL8 Fast Chargers and a Pilot Pro Herelink RF controller along with the aircraft, mapping payload, replacement parts and travel case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Astro be used with other camera payloads?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Freefly Astro has open interface specifications supporting payload integration. Contact Candrone to discuss compatibility for specific payload requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat camera is included with the mapping payload?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe included mapping payload combines a 61 MP Sony Alpha 7R IVA full-frame camera with a Sigma 24mm f\/3.5 lens on a quick-detach, vibration-isolated Freefly gimbal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is covered under the manufacturer's limited warranty. 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