Applied Aeronautics Albatross Bare UAV Airframe NIB

Applied Aeronautics Albatross Bare UAV Airframe NIB. Base price listed. Shipping quote ($50-$200) will be reviewed and added to total prior to submitting payment via PayPal.


Our base model is the Albatross Airfame. This bare frame is made of fiberglass and carbon fiber, and was designed to be robust, efficient, and versatile, making it the ideal foundation for educators, tinkerers, and researchers to build out their perfect project.


Note: No avionics or wiring included. Those who purchase the Albatross frame are presume to be using their own components, and to have prior knowledge of, and experience with, RC and UAV assembly. Additional wires, connectors, will be required to complete your build.

Key Features (**When built as a UAV using Applied Aeronautics supplied components)


Fully composite airframe

10 KG (22 lbs) MTOW

Modular design

Entirely electric system

Up to 4 HRS flight time (*varies based on battery set up, operating conditions and use case)

Wide flight envelope

Sleek streamline appearance

Large cruise window and payload capacity

Self cooling fuselage

Entirely electric system

Rapid assembly and disassembly

Powered by PX4 (compatible with Ardupilot, however, the parameter file is only supplied for PX4)

carrying case not included

batteries not included. Note, should you purchase spare batteries, they are UN3480 and ship as Dangerous Goods per IATA requirements.

Specifications (**When built as a UAV using Applied Aeronautics supplied components)


Product Code: 0001-AA-MAX

Wingspan: 3000MM or 9.8FT

MTOW: 10 KG or 22 LBS

Available Payload: 2KG - 4.4 KG (battery dependent) *Contact us re custom integration

Mission Planning and Operations Software: QGround Control

Endurance: 4 HRS (*varies based on battery set up, operating conditions and use case)

Range: 100 KM or 62 M

Cruise Speed: 18 M/S or 40 MPH

Max Level Speed: 40 M/S or 90 MPH

Takeoff: 50 FT (Runway, unpaved road, catapult)

Glide Ratio (L/D): 28:1 - 30:1

Center of Gravity: 85 MM - 95 MM from the root leading edge