2.5 cm / 1 in per pixel with Aeria X
Down to 3 cm / 1.2 in
1 - 5 m / 3 - 16 ft
1 cm / 0.4 in per pixel with Aeria X
1.5 cm / 0.6 in
116 cm / 45.7 in
1.3 kg - 1.6 kg / 2.2 - 3.6 lbs, depending on camera and battery
Low-noise, brushless
3 km nominal (up to 8 km) / 1.9 mi (up to 5 mi)
Yes
None
S.O.D.A. 3D, Aeria X, S.O.D.A., Corridor, Duet T, Duet M, Parrot Sequoia+
Survey
75x50x29 cm / 30x20x11 in
75x48x33 cm / 30x19x13 in
eMotion
Included in eMotion
PIX4Dmapper/PIX4Dmatic/PIX4Dcloud/PIX4Dreact/PIX4Dfields/PIX4Dsurvey, Agisoft Metashape, DroneDeploy, Bentley ContextCapture, SimActive, Esri ArcGIS Drone2Map and Trimble Business Center
AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Trimble Business Center, Leica Geo Office, VAGNET Office Tools, ArcGIS, MicroStation and more
No
11-30 m/s (40-110 km/h or 25-68 mph)
Up to 12.8 m/s (46 km/h or 28.6 mph)
Up to 90 minutes, depending on camera and battery
220 ha / ~550 ac, with S.O.D.A. / no endurance extension
500 ha / ~1,250 ac, with S.O.D.A. 3D / with endurance extension
Standard: 37 km / ~23 mi. Endurance: 55 km / ~34 mi
Not required
Yes, with S.O.D.A. 3D
Automatic linear landing (5 m / 16.4 ft accuracy in 20° angle cone)
eBee X offers 90-minute flights, RTK, PPK, online training, eMotion flight planning software, and more.
Perform professional mapping operations, including flying safely over people and BVLOS, with the NDAA-compliant eBee X drone.
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eBee X is compatible with a wide range of interchangeable photogrammetry cameras that capture reliable aerial imagery – from 3D models to orthomosaics – to suit every mapping job.
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With the on-demand RTK / PPK capabilities of survey drone eBee X, you can gather data without ground control points (GCPs) while maintaining a GSD down to 1.5 cm / 0.6 in.
Operate safely within more regulatory frameworks thanks to the eBee X’s light weight, which extends your operational possibilities – BVLOS and flights over people – and range.
eBee X has the best ratio energy / MTOW compared to heavier VTOLs.
Efficiently map up to 500 ha / 1,235 ac while flying at 120 m / 400 ft eBee X flight time of up to 90 min* makes it the perfect drone for covering large areas.
*With endurance battery and S.O.D.A. camera.
RTK and PPK allow you to ensure more reliability with the accuracy obtained, without ground control points. The eBee X professional drone is compatible with the industry’s leading base stations.
Our R&D engineers have designed a shock absorbent drone fuselage with an underbelly made of reinforced polypropylene woven mesh.
We’ve prepared for U.S. and European drone regulations with eBee X, featuring built-in FAA-approved Remote ID and EU C2 and C6 labeling.
eBee X operators benefit from regulation advantages not available to heavier drones above 2 kg / 4.4 lbs.
The eBee X surveying drone meets the highest possible quality and ground risk safety standards, and thanks to its lightweight design, the effects of ground impact are reduced.
Successful impact tests to demonstrate operational safety around people.
Free from hard front plastic parts and rear-facing motor.
Flight planning software integrates fail-safe protocols and live air traffic.
The eBee X and its eMotion flight planning software are beginner-friendly, yet packed with advanced features to tackle the toughest jobs. Definitely a smarter way to map.
Designed to restart the mission as soon as the drone lands and to be simply hand-launched.
Operated by one user and easily transported in a backpack with all your gear in one spot.
Automated flight and landing with eMotion mission planning software, which is included.
eBee fixed-wing drones are proven for their unmatched operational safety and ability to deliver high-quality data, from simple to complex missions.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) drone registration data from 2016 to 2021 confirms that the eBee is the most used fixed-wing drone in the United States.
Flight hours
Successful flights
Automated quick self-diagnosis before every flight
Industry experience
Efficiency is crucial for every mapping project. By using the eBee X aerial photogrammetry drone, you can get the precision you need in a fraction of the required time compared to terrestrial methods or other drones, such as quadcopters.
500 ha / 1,235 ac* 2.9 cm / 1.14 in per pixel * with senseFly S.O.D.A. 3D nadir imagery
Up to 40 ha / 99 ac 3.6 cm / 1.41 in per pixel
8 ha / 19 ac
Safely store and transport everything you need to operate your eBee X in the included backpack.
The ergonomic drone backpack comes with a rain cover and a laptop pocket. It weighs 4.6 kg / 10 lbs empty and 10 kg / 22 lbs when fully loaded.
The eBee X is designed for continuous belly landings without damaging the drone.
Our R&D engineers have created a shock absorbent construction UAS with an underbelly made of reinforced polypropylene woven mesh, able to operate in harsh terrain.
eBee X’s modular design reduces both delays and repairs.
Swap out accessories or make in-field repairs with ease, minimizing downtime.
Maintenance is also easy thanks to our global network of authorized service centers, where you can get your eBee X professional drone serviced locally.
The eBee X fixed-wing drone data is compatible with:
PIX4Dmapper, PIX4Dmatic, PIX4Dcloud, PIX4Dreact, PIX4Dfields, PIX4Dsurvey, Agisoft Metashape, DroneDeploy, Bentley ContextCapture, SimActive, Esri ArcGIS Drone2Map and Trimble Business Center.
eMotion drone flight management software supports up to 4 eBees mapping simultaneously from the same ground station.
Multi-drone flights increase the efficiency of time-sensitive missions, advanced operations, quick situation assessment, data integrity preservation and daily business activities.
“The eBee X can cover most sites in just one flight and with its built-in RTK it is even more economical, saving us yet more time on the ground. These savings allow us, in turn to cut our clients’ costs significantly compared to a terrestrial approach.”
Armin Weber
Co-founder, Lerch Weber AG, Switzerland
“In a relatively short time, we generated thousands of images and data with very high accuracy and with several outputs: digital terrain models, point clouds, orthomosaics, spectral mapping, 3D models. In short, the creation of a multilayered archaeological landscape never seen before.”
Dr. Maurizio Forte
Duke University, U.S.
“We chose to use a fixed-wing drone, so we could capture a highly accurate map of the active area in just two flights and one hour of data processing. Speed and simplicity are crucial in this type of project, which is where the senseFly eBee X delivered.”
David Merrick
Director of the Center for Disaster Risk Policy (CDRP), U.S.
Choosing the right mapping camera for the proper mission plays a big part. eBee X versatile design suits every job thanks to its range of groundbreaking and interchangeable mapping drone sensors.
Generate stunning 3D reconstructions with this unique photogrammetry camera that changes orientation during flight.
Optimize exposure time under numerous light conditions with this compact drone photogrammetry camera. For those who demand the highest quality RGB outputs.
Capture sharp aerial images and translate them into detailed orthomosaic maps with this robust and efficient photogrammetry camera.
With its portrait camera position, senseFly Corridor requires 30% fewer images to map the same linear route. This, in turn, means 30% shorter processing times.
Create high-resolution, geo-accurate thermal maps with senseFly Duet T, a rugged dual RGB and thermal drone camera.
Capture geo-accurate multispectral maps and digital surface models quickly and easily with this RGB and multispectral camera.
RTK / PPK
90 minutes flight time
Endurance batteries
Drone backpack
Flight management software
6 months online training
Battery charger and discharger
USB ground modem
Spare propellers and pitot kit
Planning your project is as easy as selecting the flight block type and the area you want to map, and the software generates the eBee X flight plan. You can choose your mission settings, like GSD and overlap, or let eMotion automatically optimize them.
From automating single flights to flying multiple eBees simultaneously, eMotion’s 3D environment helps you control the drone’s trajectory. You can easily activate the safety features in a single click or adjust the flight path and landing spot during flight.
eMotion includes all the functionality you need to collect the geospatial data you require, such as automatically geotagged images, custom background maps, safety features, live air traffic, RTK / PPK, and weather forecast.
The drone managing software connects wirelessly to your UAS, industry cloud solutions, base stations, and airspace data. Furthermore, eMotion prepares the images for post-processing software, reducing third-party software compatibility issues.
Fly with confidence with this one-year warranty extension.
Provide extra protection for your eBee X in harsh environments.
Enable high-accuracy workflow with this plug-and-play GNSS.
Increase your airspace awareness by viewing live air traffic data directly within eMotion.
Safeguard against unexpected aircraft signal loss while flying in high winds, mountainous areas or very large areas out of line of sight.
Wings, pitot tube, vertical surfaces and propellers.
Operate your eBee X drone manually.
Worry-free drone service package (available U.S. and Canada).
Should you require support in the field at any time, our global network of support service centers stands by to help.
We are recognized throughout the industry for excellence in customer service.
Our drone solutions include lifetime hardware, payload and eMotion support, plus free software and firmware updates.
The Certified Operator course will allow you to get the most from your fixed-wing drone and increase your operations’ ROI.
Not sure if the course is right for you? Try the first four lessons for free!
In addition, we offer personalized professional training packages online and in person. Contact us to book a custom session with a distributor or us.
2,700 km / 1,700 mi BVLOS flights for field survey in Canada. ROI and results.
eBee X vs. quadcopter comparison: time on-site, labor costs, project capacity and more.
Multi-drone flights map in 3 days vs. 45 days using traditional methods.
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