Flyability, a Swiss drone maker, introduced a new high-capacity battery for its flagship drone, Elios 3, increasing flight time by 50% from 9 minutes and 10 seconds to 13 minutes and 30 seconds.
The extended flight time allows for more ground coverage and reduced mid-mission anxiety with the added benefit of doubling recommended charge cycles for longer hardware lifespan.
Flyability's battery launch is part of an ongoing flight optimization effort, including features like Smart Return-to-Home and the upcoming Resume Inspection, aimed at making drone flights easier, more repeatable, and less stressful.
While battery improvements in drones are usually incremental, Flyability's new high-capacity battery could bring significant financial and operational benefits for drone inspection businesses.