{"product_id":"autel-robotics-alpha-the-next-gen-quadcopter-for-aerial-excellence","title":"Autel Robotics Alpha: The Next-Gen Quadcopter for Aerial Excellence","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Autel Alpha is Autel Robotics' enterprise flagship industrial drone — a heavy-class platform with the DG-L35T 5-in-1 gimbal integrating dual thermal cameras, 4K 35x optical zoom, wide-angle visual, and laser rangefinder targeting up to 1.25 miles. IP55 rated, dual-battery hot-swappable design, 720° omnidirectional obstacle avoidance with 5-direction dual fisheye vision plus 6-direction mmWave radar, and dual-antenna RTK for millimeter-level positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor agencies and operators needing an enterprise-grade non-DJI platform for public safety, energy inspection, and long-range surveillance work, the Alpha is Autel's most capable aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReal people answer the phone at \u003cstrong\u003e(863) 224-6923\u003c\/strong\u003e. No hold queue, no offshore call center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard delivery is 5 to 7 business days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#fff;\"\u003e▲ Federal funding note (FAR 52.240-1, effective December 22, 2025):\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal funds and federal grant pass-through dollars cannot be used to procure DJI products. This can still be procured using state funds, county and municipal operating budgets, asset forfeiture where state law permits, and private and foundation grants. Call us first and we’ll help you identify the right funding source for your situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autel Robotics\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Public safety, law enforcement tactical operations, energy\/utility inspection, emergency management, long-range surveillance, industrial inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Flight Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 minutes (dual-battery hot-swap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.4 miles \/ 20 km (SkyLink 3.0, FCC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP55\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 m\/s (~27 mph)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to 50°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6,100g (with battery and gimbal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Payload:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3,000g (3 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObstacle Avoidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 720° (5-direction dual fisheye + 6-direction mmWave radar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRTK:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-antenna, millimeter-level accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGimbal Payload:\u003c\/strong\u003e DG-L35T 5-in-1 (wide visual + zoom + dual thermal + rangefinder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Interfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 for additional payloads (searchlights, loudspeakers, 4G\/5G modules, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncryption:\u003c\/strong\u003e AES with password-protected access\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 7 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Autel Alpha Actually Is\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha is Autel's heaviest, most capable industrial drone. It competes directly with the DJI Matrice 350 RTK and (now) the DJI Matrice 400 in the heavy-class enterprise tier. Where the EVO Max 4T is portable, the Alpha is full-size industrial — 6.1 kg with batteries and gimbal, foldable but not light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature is the DG-L35T gimbal — a 5-in-1 payload that combines a 48 MP wide visual camera, an 8 MP 4K telephoto with 35x optical + 560x hybrid zoom, two thermal imaging cameras (wide 13mm + telephoto 45mm focal lengths, both 640×512), and a laser rangefinder accurate from 33 ft to 1.25 miles. This is the most sensor-dense single-gimbal payload available on a commercial drone — and unlike DJI's separate Zenmuse payloads, the L35T runs all five sensors simultaneously on the same gimbal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe DG-L35T 5-in-1 Gimbal Payload\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what separates the Alpha from every other commercial drone — five sensors on one gimbal, all running simultaneously:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n \u003cthead\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eSensor\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eSpecs\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eMission Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide Visual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e48 MP, 1\/2\" CMOS, 84° DFOV, 24mm equivalent\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eWide-area situational awareness, mapping, scene documentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTelephoto Visual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e8 MP, 1\/1.8\" CMOS, 4K resolution, 35x optical, 560x hybrid zoom\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eLong-range target ID up to 8 km, license plate reading, perimeter surveillance\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide Thermal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e640×512, 13mm focal length, -4°F to 1022°F temperature range\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eWide-area SAR scanning, fire hot-spot mapping, broad thermal coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTelephoto Thermal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e640×512, 45mm focal length, 56x hybrid thermal zoom\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eLong-range thermal detail, distant subject identification, infrastructure inspection\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaser Rangefinder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e10-2000m measurement range, ±1m accuracy under 400m, 0.3% over 400m\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eTarget geolocation (lat\/lon\/height), tactical positioning, mapping support\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thermal cameras measure temperatures from -4°F to 1022°F (-20°C to 550°C) — wide enough range for fire response work, electrical inspection, and engine\/equipment thermal analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonnel Recognition at Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha is designed for long-distance reconnaissance with personnel recognition at up to 5 miles (8 km) and a transmission range up to 12.4 miles (20 km). For tactical surveillance, border patrol, and perimeter security operations, this is the longest-range visual identification capability on a commercial drone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAlpha vs DJI M350 RTK vs DJI M400 — Honest Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n \u003cthead\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eCapability\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eAutel Alpha\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eDJI M350 RTK\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eDJI M400\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eFlight Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e40 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e~55 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e59 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eTransmission Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e12.4 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e~12 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e40 km \/ 24.8 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003ePayload Approach\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eIntegrated 5-in-1 gimbal + 3 mounting interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eModular Zenmuse payloads (single primary)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eModular, 4 E-Port V2, 7 simultaneous payloads\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eMax Additional Payload\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e~2.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eThermal Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e640×512 (dual cameras: wide + telephoto)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e640×512 (single Zenmuse H30T or similar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e640×512 (with H30T payload)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eZoom Camera\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e4K 35x optical, 560x hybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e200x with H30T\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e200x with H30T\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eObstacle Avoidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e720° (vision + mmWave radar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eSix-direction vision\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRotating LiDAR + mmWave radar\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eWeather Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eIP55\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eIP55\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eIP55\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRTK\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eDual-antenna, millimeter-level\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRTK FIX 1cm + 1ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRTK FIX 1cm + 1ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eSoftware Ecosystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eAutel Enterprise App, PSDK\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eDJI Pilot 2, Terra, broad ecosystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eDJI Pilot 2, Terra, broad ecosystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eFederal Funding\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eNot eligible (FCC Covered List)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eNot eligible (FCC Covered List)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eNot eligible (FCC Covered List)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#fff;\"\u003e▲ Federal funding note (FAR 52.240-1, effective December 22, 2025):\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal funds and federal grant pass-through dollars cannot be used to procure DJI products. This can still be procured using state funds, county and municipal operating budgets, asset forfeiture where state law permits, and private and foundation grants. Call us first and we’ll help you identify the right funding source for your situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e720° Omnidirectional Obstacle Avoidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha combines two distinct obstacle detection systems for full 720° coverage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-direction dual fisheye vision\u003c\/strong\u003e for visual obstacle detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-direction millimeter-wave radar\u003c\/strong\u003e for radar-based obstacle detection (works in low light, rain, dust)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combined system detects wires, poles, glass, and small structural obstacles even at night. For power line inspection, urban operations near structures, and tactical operations near complex environments, this is a meaningful safety capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAnti-Interference and Anti-Jam\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSLAM navigation\u003c\/strong\u003e for operation in GPS-denied environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptive frequency-hopping\u003c\/strong\u003e across 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, and 5.8 GHz bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGPS spoofing resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e built into flight control\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-drone systems\u003c\/strong\u003e integrated for tactical operations in contested environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA-Mesh Networking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha supports A-Mesh — drone-to-drone autonomous networking for fleet operations. Multiple Alphas can establish a private network supporting \"single-controller multiple drones\" or \"master-slave dual control\" configurations. Even in long-distance or obstructed environments (mountains, buildings, areas without public network coverage), the drones maintain mesh communication for coordinated operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRTK Positioning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in dual-antenna RTK\u003c\/strong\u003e for millimeter-level precise positioning during missions\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRTK FIX accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e for survey-grade work when paired with a base station\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGNSS visual positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e for backup positioning in GPS-degraded environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAI Target Recognition and Tracking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Autel Autonomy Engine automatically identifies and locks onto targets — people, boats, vehicles — through any of the visual, wide, or thermal cameras. Once locked, the gimbal follows the target's movement while hovering, projecting target location (lat\/lon\/height) onto the remote controller map. For suspect tracking, vessel surveillance, and tactical operations, this represents meaningful workflow automation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eData Security\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivacy protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flight logs, locations, and account information accessible only via local aircraft access\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncrypted data storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e AES encryption for photos, videos, and flight logs with password-protected access\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo cloud sync requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e for sensitive operational data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModular Payload Expansion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the integrated DG-L35T gimbal, the Alpha has three additional mounting interfaces supporting payloads through the Autel PSDK platform:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSearchlights and spotlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eLoudspeakers and PA systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e4G\/5G cellular modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThird-party PSDK payloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3 kg max payload capacity supports realistic multi-payload configurations for complex mission profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys the Autel Alpha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaw enforcement tactical units\u003c\/strong\u003e running long-range surveillance and pursuit support with state\/local funding\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder patrol and perimeter security contractors\u003c\/strong\u003e needing 8 km personnel recognition capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire departments running large-scale wildfire response\u003c\/strong\u003e with the dual thermal cameras for hot-spot mapping plus area scanning\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility operators\u003c\/strong\u003e performing transmission line inspections where anti-jam transmission and wire-detection obstacle avoidance matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency management agencies\u003c\/strong\u003e coordinating disaster response with multi-sensor situational awareness\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial inspection contractors\u003c\/strong\u003e needing the laser rangefinder + thermal + visual combination on long-range targets\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublic safety agencies wanting to diversify away from DJI\u003c\/strong\u003e as platform redundancy strategy\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounter-UAS and defense operations\u003c\/strong\u003e requiring anti-interference and GPS-denied operation capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eAutel Robotics Alpha Aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRemote Controller (verify Smart Controller V3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIntelligent Flight Battery (verify dual-battery configuration in your kit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCharger and Power Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSpare Propellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCarrying Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Specific kit contents vary. Call us at (863) 224-6923 to confirm what's included in the current configuration before ordering. The DG-L35T gimbal is typically sold with the aircraft as the standard payload.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProcurement Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor law enforcement agencies, fire departments, emergency management, utility operators, and corporate procurement teams, we provide formal quotes with line-item pricing, product specifications, cost justification documentation, and W-9. Net 30 terms available for qualified buyers. Call us at \u003cstrong\u003e(863) 224-6923\u003c\/strong\u003e or email \u003cstrong\u003esales@stealthuavs.com\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Autel Alpha may require export licensing or authorization from the U.S. Government for export from the United States. Purchaser is responsible for determining applicable export licensing requirements and obtaining any necessary licenses or authorizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProtection and Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an unused Autel Alpha with zero flight hours. We activate each unit prior to shipment to verify proper function. It has never been flown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAutel's warranty terms apply to new units. If your drone arrives with a defect, contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e72 hours of delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll coordinate a replacement or repair at no cost to you under our DOA policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha is not covered under DJI Care or CPS Drone Protection — those plans apply to DJI aircraft only. For long-term coverage on a $19K+ aircraft, third-party business insurance through your commercial drone insurance carrier is the standard path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Stealth UAVs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily-run shop out of Haines City, Florida. We've been equipping enterprise operators, public safety agencies, and industrial inspection contractors since 2017. Real people answer the phone at \u003cstrong\u003e(863) 224-6923\u003c\/strong\u003e. No hold queue, no offshore call center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha is a $19K+ platform with significant operational and integration complexity. Before you commit, talk to us. We'll work through whether the Alpha's 5-in-1 gimbal capability is what your mission actually needs, or whether a DJI M350 RTK with H30T payload or an M400 with the appropriate Zenmuse configuration would fit better. The wrong platform at this price point means capital tied up in capability you can't operationalize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#fff;\"\u003e▲ Federal funding note (FAR 52.240-1, effective December 22, 2025):\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal funds and federal grant pass-through dollars cannot be used to procure DJI products. This can still be procured using state funds, county and municipal operating budgets, asset forfeiture where state law permits, and private and foundation grants. Call us first and we’ll help you identify the right funding source for your situation. \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eReturn \u0026amp; Refund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n \u003cthead\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eAutel Robotics Alpha\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e6,100g (with battery and gimbal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Payload Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e3,000g (3 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n 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km\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eDual-battery hot-swappable, redundant design\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Interfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e3 additional (beyond DG-L35T gimbal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Interference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRFI\/EMI resistance, GPS spoofing protection, adaptive frequency-hopping\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetworking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eA-Mesh drone-to-drone networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEncryption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eAES with password-protected access\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSDK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eAutel PSDK (open developer platform)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFCC Covered List Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eListed as of December 23, 2025 (federal funding restricted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Autel Alpha NDAA-compliant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#fff;\"\u003e▲ Federal funding note (FAR 52.240-1, effective December 22, 2025):\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal funds and federal grant pass-through dollars cannot be used to procure DJI products. This can still be procured using state funds, county and municipal operating budgets, asset forfeiture where state law permits, and private and foundation grants. Call us first and we’ll help you identify the right funding source for your situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Alpha compare to the DJI M350 RTK or M400?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#fff;\"\u003e▲ Federal funding note (FAR 52.240-1, effective December 22, 2025):\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal funds and federal grant pass-through dollars cannot be used to procure DJI products. This can still be procured using state funds, county and municipal operating budgets, asset forfeiture where state law permits, and private and foundation grants. Call us first and we’ll help you identify the right funding source for your situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Alpha replace a DJI fleet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor operations within the Alpha's payload capabilities, yes — many agencies operate Alpha-only fleets successfully. The limiting factor for some operations is software ecosystem and integration depth. DJI Terra's mapping and inspection workflows are more mature than Autel's equivalent ecosystem. For agencies running survey-grade mapping or photogrammetry as core revenue work, the DJI ecosystem still has meaningful workflow advantages. For tactical, surveillance, and inspection work, the Alpha competes directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow accurate is the laser rangefinder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rangefinder measures targets from 33 ft to 1.25 miles (10-2000m) with ±1m accuracy under 400m and 0.3% accuracy beyond 400m. For target geolocation (latitude, longitude, height), this is meaningfully more accurate than vision-based estimation. For tactical positioning, infrastructure inspection, and mapping support, the rangefinder is one of the platform's distinguishing capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's A-Mesh networking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA-Mesh is Autel's drone-to-drone autonomous mesh networking. Multiple Alphas can establish a private network for coordinated fleet operations even in long-distance or obstructed environments. Supports \"single controller, multiple drones\" and \"master-slave dual control\" configurations — useful for tactical operations and large-area surveillance with coordinated multi-aircraft response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Alpha need export licensing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Autel Alpha may require U.S. Government export licensing for export from the United States due to its tactical capabilities and sensor configuration. Domestic operations within the U.S. do not require export licensing. Purchaser is responsible for determining export requirements before any international shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Alpha covered by warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha is covered by Autel's manufacturer warranty for new units. If yours arrives defective, contact us within 72 hours of delivery and we'll coordinate a replacement under our DOA policy. It is not covered by DJI Care or CPS Drone Protection plans, which apply to DJI aircraft only. For long-term protection on a $19K+ aircraft, commercial drone insurance is the standard path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does it take to get an Alpha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard delivery is 5 to 7 business days. 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