Inspired Flight IF1200 Heavy-lift Hexacopter

Unrivaled Endurance. Limitless Possibilities.

Developed to meet the rigorous standards of the United States Air Force, the IF1200 stands out as a leader in flight time and efficiency for industrial, commercial, and enterprise applications. This heavy-lift hexacopter is the workhorse of the drone industry, offering a safe and reliable platform for various tools needed to accomplish any aerial mission. Certified Blue UAS and NDAA compliant, the IF1200 is trusted by both government and commercial agencies.

Key Features 

43-minute Max Flight Time

Universal Payload Interface

Blue UAS & NDAA Compliant

56 MPH Max Speed

19.1 LBS Max Payload

Payload Integrations

Inspired Flight Technologies partners with trusted manufacturers to offer a range of payload integrations.. With options for Optical Imaging, EO/IR solutions, LiDAR, and Specialized Solutions, the IF1200 provides a trusted platform for safely flying these valuable payloads.

Flight Time

The IF1200 leads its category in flight times,, attributed to its 16000mAh Intelligent Batteries. These batteries ensure consistent flight duration regardless of payload. The IF1200 offers a maximum flight time of 43 minutes, and real-world flight times of over 30 minutes are achievable even with an 8 LBS payload.

Heavy Lift

To adhere to FAA Part 107 regulations, the IF1200 has a maximum payload capacity of 19.1 lbs, ensuring compliance with the 55 lbs weight limit. With the appropriate certification, the IF1200 can lift payloads of up to 28.7 lbs.

Safety

The IF1200 features SAFE drone capability, allowing it to maintain safe and controlled flights even in the unlikely event of a motor failure. In such cases, the IF1200A alerts the operator to land immediately while staying in a safe manual flying configuration. This ensures peace of mind for operators, particularly when handling valuable payloads or operating over critical assets.

Situational Awareness

With a built-in FPV camera, pilots can have a first-person view of the drone's surroundings in real-time. This feature enhances situational awareness, allowing for more precise control and safer operations, especially in challenging environments.

Physical Features

Diagonal Size (propeller center to center):  1,025 mm 40.4 inches

Unfolded Size (flight ready, WxLxH):  165.5 x 154 x 76.5 cm 65.1 x 60.6 x 30.2 inches

Folded Size (stow, WxLxH):  47.5 x 49.5 x 47 cm 18.7 x 19.5 x 18.5 inches

Empty Weight (w/o batteries):  7.8 kg 17.2 lbs

Weight w/ Batteries:  16.3 kg 35.9 lbs

Max Gross Takeoff Weight:  25.0 kg 55.0 lbs

Max Payload Capacity:  8.7 kg 19.1 lbs

Transport Case Size:  (WxLxH) 64.8 x 64.8 x 58.4 cm 25.5 x 25.5 x 23.0 inches

Transport Case Weight:  (w/ aircraft) 29.0 kg 64 lbs

Performance

• Max Ascent Speed: 5 m/s (16.4 ft/s)

• Max Descent Speed: 2.5 m/s (8.2 ft/s)

• Max Air Speed: 25 m/s (56 mph)

• Max Wind Resistance: 12 m/s, 15 m/s gusts (23 knot, 29 knot gusts)

• Max Tilt Angle: 30°

• Max Angular Velocity:

  • Tilt: 300°/s

  • Yaw: 45°/s

• Operating Temperature: -10°C ~ 40°C (14°F ~ 104°F)

• Operating Humidity: 10%~95%

• Service Ceiling (with given payload):

  • 3.9 km (12,800 ft) with 4 kg payload

  • 2.2 km (7,200 ft) with 8.7 kg payload

Flight Controller and Related Systems

• Flight Controller: CubePilot Cube Blue H7 Triple Redundant IMUs

• GNSS / Compass: CubePilot Here3 M8P (2x)

• Payload Power Rails: 5v, 12v/15v, 18v, 44.4v (12s battery voltage)

• Payload Interface: IFT Universal Payload Interface V2.1

• Operating Software: Copter by Ardupilot

Flight Modes

• Position Hold: Holds altitude and position, allows manual roll and pitch control.

• Loiter: Holds altitude and position, enables precise manual movements using GPS.

• Auto: Executes a pre-defined mission.

• RTL (Return to Launch): Automatically returns to the takeoff location and lands.

• Land: Automatically lands while maintaining position.

• Altitude Hold: Holds altitude only, acts as a failsafe mode if GPS signal is lost.