Reliability, flexibility, and accuracy are the hallmarks of the YUNEEC H520E RTK Commercial Hexacopter Dronefrom YUNEEC, making it an ideal UAV solution for commercial and public service applications. The drone sports six rotors, an ultrasonic obstacle avoidance system, a fail-safe battery, and return-to-home functions, but its main feature is an RTK (Real Time Kinematics) system for centimeter-level accuracy in air positioning when extreme precision is integral, such as with inspections and mapping missions.

An array of compatible payloads (no payload is included) are available to match your specific needs. Choose from thermal imaging that can see through smoke to help in rescue efforts, zoom cameras for conducting inspections at a safe distance, or a still/video solution for mapping and aerial imaging. The included ST16E remote controller with YUNEEC DataPilot software is at the heart of making the drone and payload come to life. Plan waypoint flights offline to load into the remote, create maps and 3D scans, view live footage, and more.

Integrated RTK Functionality    ST16E Remote Controller Included    Works with YUNEEC Camera Payloads    Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance    Preload Maps / No Network Required    Up to 25 Minutes of Flight Time    Can Withstand Winds up to 45 mph    Return to Home    Up to 3.8-Mile Remote Range with OFDM    Integrated 7" Touchscreen

With the combination of integrated RTK support and a base station (not included), the H520E drone is capable of centimeter-level accuracy in flight; specifically within 1cm horizontally and 2cm vertically. This precision can help in a multitude of ways. You can perform flights that are closer to structures for more detailed inspections. You can fly to very specific locations to take the same photo over time to track changes in the environment or landscape. Mapping can become extremely precise and requires fewer overlapping photos to create, which equates to faster missions and preserved battery life.

The RTK system is engineered to provide this kind of accuracy in as little as 30 seconds, even under challenging GPS conditions. If you'd like, you can utilize RTK functionality without a base station over a network RTK reference station, which would require an internet connection and a 3rd-party provider that could result in additional fees.

If GPS signal conditions are so bad that RTK usage is not possible, you can also use the H520E RTK drone for PPK (Post-Processed Kinematics). As its name implies, PPK uses the raw GNSS data stored onboard the drone via YUNEEC's DataPilot to make corrections and provide precise results after the flight is completed. Additional RTK features of this drone include a 5 Hz update rate of position, velocity, and time, and support for GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou GNSS constellations.

Since the applications of the H520E are meant to record sensitive personal information, industry secrets, and evidence in ongoing investigations; it's essential that this information is kept secure. This is why YUNEEC engineered a closed system, where any recorded information is only shared between the drone, payload, and controller. Nothing is sent to YUNEEC or other 3rd-party servers during flight, and all log files of flown missions are only stored within the drone itself.

Powered by an Intel quad-core processor with OFDM support and an Android-based operating system, the ST16E allows for piloting miles away from the action. Thanks to live image reception from up to 1.2 miles away (up to 3.8 with OFDM) on its built-in 7" touchscreen, it will still feel as if you're there. As you fly, real-time telemetry is displayed, such as altitude, speed, distance from home, GPS position, and battery status. It also offers automatic and manual imaging control of video resolution, white balance, white light exposure, ISO, and shutter speed.

At the heart of every mission is YUNEEC's DataPilot software. It's installed into the ST16E remote and is also PC/Mac compatible. You can use it to plan waypoint and survey missions, create orthomaps, 3D scans, and crop data imagery in the field or pre-flight on a desktop. Additional features include creating construction site measurements, BIM components, accident reconstruction, and photo stitches.

With user-defined frontlap/sidelap, pilots can auto-generate survey paths and cross-hatching for 3D and large-format image output. If you're in an area with no connectivity, created and premade maps with waypoints can be stored/cached for access in the field. When missions need to be repeated, such as with inspections, flights can be stored for later recall. Missions made with DataPilot can be transferred to the ST16E via email, thumb drive, or microSD card.

Interference-free precision compass allows for piloting in difficult environments

Low-battery warnings

Geo fence feature lets you restrict the H520E to a user-defined radius

Remote, drone, and payload software is updateable via Wi-Fi and YUNEEC's UpdatePilot app

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. if I get this typhoon H plus for $1899.99 , will it come with the update firmware ?

A: With any product that has firmware updates we can not guarantee that it will arrive with the latest firmware. The company (in this case Yuneec) ships the product to us with the latest firmware at that time, however, they might release new firmware while it is en route to us, while it is sitting in our warehouse, or while it is en route to you. Therefore even if it shipped from the manufacturer with the latest firmware it may become outdated by the time it reaches you. Whenever you get a new product that has firmware releases it is always a good idea to check regardless of where you purchase it from. Firmware updates are designed to be performed by the customer. If you have problems updating firmware you can give us or the manufacturer a call and we will do our best to assist you.

Q: 2. Will it work for the Yuneec Typhoon H3 Hexacopter as well?

A: The CasePro Case for Yuneec Typhoon H Hexacopter will not work for the Typhoon H3.

Q: 3. does it have a zoom lens?

A: No zoom but a pro photographer using it doesn't need zoom. With two ST16S controllers in master/slave configuration one flies the aircraft and the photographer works the 360 degree camera. That's how Hollywood does it.

Q: 4. what is included with the typhoon h plus pro?

A: In the Box:YUNEEC Typhoon H Plus Pro HexacopterST16S Ground Station Flight ControllerTravel Backpack2 x Battery16GB microSD CardCharging AccessoriesLimited 1-Year Warranty

Q: 5. Does the ground controller have a flight instruction mode?

A: A flight instruction mode is not listed in the manual for this platform.

Q: 6. Are there any filters(nd) available for this drone?

A: At this time we do not offer any filters for this system.

Q: 7. What comes with it (carrying case, 2nd battery, propeller guards, etc.)?

A: The YUNEEC H520E Commercial Hexacopter will include the following: Yuneec H520E RTK Hexacopter ST16E Ground Station Controller 2x 4S-6200mAh LiPo Batteries Charger OFDM Module Clockwise A Rotors Counter-Clockwise B Rotors 16 GB MicroSD Card USB Cable Power Cable Yuneec Limited 1 Year Warranty

Q: 8. With the plus model is there any battery indicators either on the battery or that appear on the screen showing me the battery level or approx remaining flight time?

A: The aircraft uses "dumb" batteries and require a balanced charger such as the DY5 to maintain them properly. Still while powering up the aircraft will with lights flash the current condition of the battery installed before takeoff.

Q: 9. does this come with a camera? if so which one?

A: The YUNEEC H520E Commercial Hexacopter will not include a camera.

Q: 10. How many propellers are included?

A: This includes 10 propellers.