how far can a drone go

The distance a drone can travel depends on several factors, including:

1. Type of drone: Recreational drones, commercial drones, and military drones have different ranges.
2. Battery life: The longer the battery life, the farther the drone can travel.
3. Radio frequency (RF) signal strength: The stronger the RF signal, the farther the drone can travel without losing contact with the controller.
4. Obstacles and interference: Hills, buildings, and other obstacles can reduce the drone’s range.
5. Weather conditions: Wind, rain, and extreme temperatures can affect the drone’s performance and range.

Here are some approximate ranges for different types of drones:

1. Recreational drones:

   • Toy drones: 100-500 meters (330-1,640 feet)
   • Mid-range drones: 1-5 kilometers (0.6-3.1 miles)
   • High-end drones: 5-10 kilometers (3.1-6.2 miles)

2. Commercial drones:

   • Inspection drones: 5-20 kilometers (3.1-12.4 miles)
   • Survey drones: 10-50 kilometers (6.2-31 miles)
   • Delivery drones: 20-100 kilometers (12.4-62 miles)

3. Military drones:

   • Tactical drones: 50-200 kilometers (31-124 miles)
   • Strategic drones: 200-1,000 kilometers (124-621 miles)
   • Long-endurance drones: 1,000-5,000 kilometers (621-3,107 miles)

Some examples of drones with impressive ranges include:

• DJI Mavic Air 2: up to 8 kilometers (5 miles)
• DJI Phantom 4 Pro: up to 7 kilometers (4.3 miles)
• Parrot Anafi: up to 4 kilometers (2.5 miles)
• Amazon Prime Air delivery drone: up to 24 kilometers (15 miles)

Keep in mind that these ranges are approximate and can vary depending on the specific drone model, environmental conditions, and other factors.