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About Alta X Gen2

The platform adds GPS-resilient navigation, intelligent failsafes, onboard Ethernet, regulated payload power, LTE integration space, and richer telemetry and mission workflows. A Smart Dovetail supports quick sensor changes while 12-millimetre rails carry larger payloads.

Alta X Gen2 supports payloads up to 35 pounds and retains a rapidly deployable carbon-fibre chassis. It is tracked separately from the original Alta X because the controller, batteries, connectivity, payload interfaces, and integration workflow are materially revised.

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Commercial Availability
in stock and shipping - 2026-01-23 - Freefly launched Alta X Gen2 on 23 January 2026; its current store lists standard and NDAA configurations in stock and shipping.
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Timeline

Freefly launches Alta X Gen2 heavy-lift drone
2026-01-23 - Product Launch - Alta X Gen2 combines the Alta X heavy-lift airframe with the custom Skynode flight controller used by Astro Max. The platform adds dual GPS, Smart Dovetail payload interfaces, integrated FPV, modular payload bays and updated battery support. Freefly currently sells standard and NDAA configurations, with a stated payload capacity of 35 pounds.
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