DJI Avata
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| Avata | |
|---|---|
 DJI Avata 2 | |
| General information | |
| Type | FPV drone |
| National origin | China |
| Manufacturer | DJI |
| Status | In production |
| Primary users | Israel Defense Forces |
| History | |
| Manufactured | 2022–present |
| Introduction date | August 2022 |
The DJI Avata is a compact quad copter FPV drone released by the Chinese technology company DJI.
The Avata was announced in August 2022 as DJI's first FPV cinewhoop drone.[1][note 1] The drone is a quadcopter and is smaller than the preceding DJI FPV, weighing only 410 g (14 oz), and has built-in propeller guards.[1][3][4] The Avata lacks the three-axis gimbal and collision avoidance system typical of DJI's camera drones, though it does have downward-facing cameras and infrared sensors for maintaining altitude.[1] The Avata has a 48-megapixel camera with a 1/1.7" CMOS sensor, capable of shooting 4K video at 60 frames per second, and uses an O3+ transmission system to transmit video to the pilot's goggles.[5][6][7] The drone has an ADS-B receiver to alert the pilot of nearby aircraft, and has 20 gigabytes of internal storage, allowing it to capture footage even when no MicroSD card in inserted.[1][8] The Avata also has a "Turtle mode", which flips the drone upright in the event of an upside-down landing.[7] Power is provided by a 2420 mAh battery, giving the Avata a flight time of 18 minutes.[9][10]
The Avata has three flight modes; "Normal", "Sport", and "Manual". Both Normal and Sport modes use GNSS and the downward-facing sensors for stabilization. Normal mode also uses GNSS for location holding, and the maximum speed is limited to 8 m/s (29 km/h; 18 mph). In Sport mode, GNSS is only used for stabilization, allowing for increased agility and a maximum speed of 14 m/s (50 km/h; 31 mph). Manual mode disables both GNSS and the downward-facing sensors, allowing for maximum maneuverability and a top speed of 27 m/s (97 km/h; 60 mph).[10][11]
An improved model, the Avata 2, was announced in April 2024.[12] The Avata 2 features a flatter and wider polycarbonate frame than its predecessor, weighing 377 g (13.3 oz), and a 12MP camera with a larger 1/1.3" sensor.[12][13][14] The drone also has downward and rear-facing collision avoidance sensors, 46GB of internal storage, and an O4 video transmission system.[13][15] Battery capacity was decreased to 2150 mAh, though flight time was increased to 23 minutes.[16][17]
In November 2025, official promotional images of a new model, the Avata 360, were leaked to the public. A potential competitor to the Antigravity A1, the Avata 360 will be the first DJI drone with a 360-degree camera.[18][19]
Variants
- Avata
- Company designation Model QF2W4K.[20] Original variant with a 48MP 1/1.7" CMOS camera, an O3+ transmission system, 20GB of internal storage, and a 2420 mAh battery giving it a flight time of 18 minutes.[5][6][7][8][9] Announced in August 2022.[1]
- Avata 2
- Company designation Model QF3W4K.[21] Improved model with a redesigned frame, reduced weight, a 12MP 1/1.3" CMOS camera, rear-facing collision avoidance sensors, 46GB of internal storage, an O4 transmission system, and a 2150 mAh battery giving it a flight time of 23 minutes.[12][13][14][15][17] Announced in April 2024.[12]
- Avata 360
- Company designation Model DVN3NT.[22] Improved model with a 360-degree camera.[18][19]
Operators
- The People's Liberation Army used the Avata during a training exercise in 2024.[23]
- The Israel Defense Forces used the Avata during the Gaza war to map Hamas tunnel networks and to track Palestinian detainees being used as human shields.[24][25]
Specifications (Avata 2)
Data from [17]
General characteristics
- Length: 0.185 m (7 in)
- Width: 0.212 m (8 in)
- Height: 0.64 m (2 ft 1 in)
- Empty weight: 0.377 kg (1 lb)
- Battery : 2150 mAh 14.76 V (31.7 Wh) Li-ion Intelligent Flight Battery
- Powerplant: 4 × brushless DC electric motor
Performance
- Maximum speed: 97.2 km/h (60.4 mph, 52.5 kn)
- Range: 13 km (8.1 mi, 7.0 nmi)
- Endurance: 23 minutes
- Service ceiling: 5,500 m (18,000 ft)
- Rate of climb: 9 m/s (1,800 ft/min)
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