Autonomous Drone Software

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Pick between PX4, ArduPilot and closed autopilots, plan mapping flights by ground sample distance, and see where US Part 108 and EU BVLOS rules stand.

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Check the official source. Laws, rates and deadlines change. Each page names its official source and the date it was checked; before you act, check the official source or ask a qualified, authorised professional.

Tools and calculators. Results are indicative, based on the values you enter and simplified assumptions. They do not replace a professional's calculation and do not guarantee the outcome for your situation.

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Planning help, not certification. The calculators and checklists help you plan missions and compare software options. They do not replace airworthiness approvals, operator certificates, waivers or the manufacturer's documentation. Flying beyond visual line of sight needs authorisation from the aviation authority where you fly.

Rules in motion. In the United States, Part 108 for BVLOS operations was still a proposed rule when these pages were checked; each page gives the date. In the EU, EASA rules and national authorisations apply. Check the authority's current text before every operation.

Software licences. Summaries of open-source licences are simplified and are not legal advice. Read the licence text and take advice before you ship a product.

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Last updated: 2026-10-25