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    Cargo Drone - Heavy Lift

    FB3 Model

    Cargo Drone System

    Electric multicopter designed for vertical lift missions and bulky cargo transport. Compact, easy to fly, with no crew safety risk, and cost-effective.

    ✓ Fits in a trailer✓ Can fly autonomously!✓ VLOS and BVLOS operations
    FlyingBasket FB3 heavy-lift cargo drone - 100kg payload industrial UAV for BVLOS operations
    40 kg
    Drone weight
    Empty weight without payload
    175 kg
    MTOW
    Maximum takeoff weight
    100 kg
    Max payload
    Operational payload
    12 m/s
    Max wind
    Wind resistance
    22 m/s
    Cruise speed
    79 km/h
    5000 m
    Max altitude
    Above sea level
    -10°C to +45°C
    Operating temp.
    Operating range
    34 kg
    Battery pack
    4 Li-Ion batteries

    Dimensions and Performance

    Compact Drone

    2.6m × 1.6m
    With propellers
    1.6m × 1.6m
    Without propellers

    The compact size of the FB3 allows the use of a light trailer, towable in most countries by a regular car and requiring only a car driver's license. Two people are enough to load/unload the FB3.

    Range by Payload

    < 5 kg
    25 km28 min
    25 kg
    20 km21 min
    50 kg
    15 km14 min
    75 kg
    5 km7 min
    100 kg
    2.5 km5 min

    *Nominal conditions, excluding contingencies, wind effects, etc.

    FB3 Cargo Options

    At least one option must be selected to enable cargo transport. The FB3 can be reconfigured from one option to another in a few hours with standard tools.

    Load Slinging (External Cargo)

    The FB3 can be equipped to carry loads externally using a sling rope. The load is connected to a cargo hook remotely controlled by the pilot.

    • Max load: 100 kg
    • Rope lengths: 18m to 50m tested
    • Min load distance: 5m from drone
    • Remote release from control
    • Hook with power and data via cable

    Cargo Box (Internal Cargo)

    The FB3 can be equipped with an internal cargo box for protected material transport.

    • Internal dimensions: 81×35×30 cm
    • Capacity: up to 33 kg
    • Protected from elements
    • Interchangeable with Load Slinging

    UAV Subsystems

    Redundant Propulsion System

    8 propulsion units (4 push + 4 pull) with brushless motors and ESCs. System divided into two independent subsystems. Even with loss of one subsystem, controlled and steerable landing is possible.

    Li-Ion Batteries

    4 battery packs with 96 Lithium-Ion cells in series each. Nominal voltage: 345.6V, capacity: 4.2 Ah, weight: 8.5 kg per pack. Cell voltage and temperature monitoring during flight.

    Fuselage Structure

    Designed for easy maintenance using modern technologies like laser cutting and 3D printing. Main materials: Aluminum (7075, 6063), Steel, PETG, Carbon Fiber.

    Camera System

    Two cameras: frontal for flight area inspection and downward for precise load positioning. Both with live transmission.

    Positioning System

    Multi-GNSS with ~1m precision. AGL radar sensor for distance measurement and improved pilot situational awareness.

    Flight Modes

    Mission

    Autonomous flight with predefined waypoints using GNSS coordinates

    Position

    Pilot controls speed, drone maintains position without commands. Compensates for disturbances like wind

    Altitude

    Barometer or GNSS-based altitude control. Pilot controls climb/descent rates

    Stabilized

    Backup mode with fewer required sensors. Used in specific circumstances

    Ground Control Station (GCS)

    FlyingBasket's GCS is the only permitted method to pilot the FB3 drone. Packaged in a transport case with tripod and sun covers.

    • Remote Controller with two joysticks and switches for modes and hook control
    • Ground station computer with Primary Flight Display (QGC)
    • Controller with downward camera video and FTS interface
    • Front screen for forward camera video
    • 868 MHz and 2.4 GHz frequencies with encrypted links
    • Integrated batteries for all-day operation + AC charging
    • Verified link range: 10 km for each unit

    Safety Features

    The FB3 system design emphasizes redundancy and avoidance of single points of failure to ensure high safety in flight and on the ground.

    • Flight Termination System (FTS) qualified per Light-UAS.2511 Containment
    • Integrated ADS-B receiver with 100 nautical mile range
    • Visual alerts in GCS upon air traffic detection
    • AGL radar sensor for distance measurement
    • Propulsion redundancy: 8 independent motors
    • Design avoiding single points of failure

    Minimum Sales Package

    • 1× FB3 Drone
    • 4× Batteries
    • 1× Charger
    • Ground Control Station (GCS)
    • Operation and maintenance documentation

    Includes documentation necessary to operate and maintain the system according to FlyingBasket guidelines.

    Maintenance and Training

    The FB3 system is designed so all maintenance can be performed by the customer. FlyingBasket also supplies spare parts, maintenance assistance, and on-demand repair services.

    FlyingBasket Academy

    Remote Pilot Course

    Complete training to pilot the FB3 in real operations, including flight modes and emergency procedures.

    Maintenance Course

    Technical training to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on the FB3 system.

    Documentation Included

    FB3 Flight Manual and FB3 Maintenance Manual provided with delivery.

    Industrial Applications

    Make your services more efficient, safe, and profitable with FB3 cargo drones.

    Energy & Infrastructure

    Transport of tools and materials to electric towers, wind turbines, and high-voltage lines in hard-to-reach areas.

    • Helicopter elimination
    • Lower environmental impact
    • Cost reduction up to 80%

    Construction & Civil Works

    Material elevation to height, supply to mountain sites, transport over irregular terrain.

    • No need for temporary cranes
    • Operation on extreme slopes
    • Access to isolated areas

    Emergency & Rescue

    Delivery of medical equipment, vital supplies, rescue gear in disaster situations.

    • Response in minutes
    • Operation in adverse conditions
    • Ground team support

    Industrial Logistics

    Component transport between plants, warehouses, and remote points. Optimized supply chain.

    • Reduced delivery times
    • 24/7 access
    • Complete traceability

    See the FB3 in Action

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