WingtraRAY delivers what actually matters for real survey work
Fly with peace of mind—anywhere
Feel safe and confident, even over roads and populated areas5 (Enabled by the parachute add-on. Available late 2025; approvals vary by region)
Get your surveys done faster
Take on more jobs with purpose-built sensors
Six swappable sensors for high-quality capture across a wide range of survey tasks. (Currently available: RGB MAP61 and LIDAR. Additional payloads coming later this year and in 2026)
Get your surveys done faster
No matter the time window, you’ll get it done with fast data capture and a single workflow that gets you to deliverables in the same day.
100 ha (250 ac) in just 10 minutes 2
Capture more in short time windows
Set up in five minutes
Go from field to final files without friction
Get CAD/GIS-ready files in one, smooth flow
Efficiency is about reducing manual, error-prone tasks. WingtraRAY sits tightly in a single workflow. No file conversions, no app switching. Just plan, fly, and process—all in one connected system.
Anyone can fly it. Everyone gets results
One-person field ops. Full team productivity.
Fly with peace of mind—anywhere
Feel safe flying—even in urban areas—with every feature designed to help you focus on the job, not the risk, so you can get your data right the first time. (Enabled by the parachute add-on. Available late 2025; approvals vary by region).
A parachute built for legal, safe flights
WingtraRAY’s parachute deploys automatically, or you can trigger it manually. It’s built to protect people below and help you avoid waivers, delays, and legal risks.5 (Available late 2025)
Survey over roads and populated areas legally and safely—no waiver, no waiting 5
(Enabled by the parachute add-on. Available late 2025)
Legally fly over:
Roads and infrastructure
Urban and populated areas
Survey over roads and populated areas—with simplified compliance 6
(Enabled by the parachute add-on. Available late 2025)
Urban jobs just got easier 7
WingtraRAY’s parachute unlocks the ability to get permits for flights over roads, buildings, or populated areas—even in countries where it wasn’t possible before.
No permit needed for open land 8
Fly BVLOS with a simple declaration 9
Connected and BVLOS-ready 10
Experience the next level of safety and reliability in every flight
Get the right data the first time
Avoid obstacles mid-air
Return to home safe, even if a battery fails
Out of sight, but never out of awareness
Identify and avoid aircraft
NDAA, Blue and Green UAS cleared (US)
WingtraRAY is NDAA, Blue and Green UAS cleared in the US—meeting the highest cybersecurity standards and opening the door to civil government and sensitive projects.
Take on more jobs with purpose-built sensors
Deliver more kinds of results—from mm inspection to LIDAR to high-accuracy 3D models—all on one survey-focused platform that’s ready to grow with you. (Currently available: RGB MAP61 and LIDAR. Additional payloads coming later this year and in 2026)
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Cadaster: parcel boundaries violations
Crack detection
Cadaster: property/building inventory for tax management
Digital twins
Mine or quarry monitoring and operation planning
Haul road monitoring
Slope monitoring
Highwall monitoring
Hazard identification
Restoration
Topographic surveys under vegetation
Plant health monitoring and management
Plant counting
Phenotyping
Species differentation
Weather damage assessment
Disease identification
Monitoring of coastal changes
Climate change research
Land change monitoring
Rail track gauge measurement
Shown results are based on outputs by Wingtra, either directly or through use in a third-party CAD, GIS, or analysis tools.
See why surveyors and GIS professionals choose WingtraRAY
All-in-one or flexible solutions ready to deploy
- Sync across devices—or run the full workflow on device without cloud upload 10
- Plan and monitor flights in a 2D map view
- Use offline maps for flight planning
- Automated flights with WingtraOne (All sensors supported)
- Terrain following, pause and resume, and return to home (RTH)
- Geotag in global coordinate systems (WGS84, NAD83)
- Plan and monitor flights in a 3D terrain view
- Import custom terrain, obstacles, regulatory data, WMS, and 3D building layers
- Process in 6,500+ published coordinate systems and 50 geoids
- Use local grid coordinate systems and import native site calibration files (.wkt)
- Share and download maps instantly via cloud links
- Organize projects with flight overviews, flight plan commenting, and pilot assignment
- Integrated WingtraGROUND workflow 5
How WingtraRAY compares in real survey drone projects
On paper, many drones claim good specs. In the field, few deliver consistent results at scale. Here’s how WingtraRAY stacks up where it matters: speed, accuracy, reliability, and compliance.
- Fast and solo-friendly
- Cumbersome and fragile
- Crew-dependent setup
- Portable but manual
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- Up to 550 ha in one flight
- Up to 700 ha in one flight
- ~300 ha per flight*
- Not built for scale
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*5cm GSD with Zenmuse P1
*5cm GSD with 4"3 camera + RTK
- Consistent 3 cm (0.1 ft)
- 3 cm (0.1 ft)
- 3 cm (0.1 ft) but setup-sensitive
- Solid for a small drone but requires GCPs
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- High
- Medium
- Medium
- Medium to low
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- Simplified and streamlined
- Complex,fragmented and error-prone
- Fragmented and error-prone
- Fragmented and error-prone
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WingtraCLOUD syncs tablet and browser apps, and processes images and geotags from WingtraGROUND with a single click.
Flight planning, geotagging and data processing are manual processes, disjointed, and prone to user error—requiring extra supervision and rework.
Third party GCPs are often necessary to achieve accuracy.
Reliable survey-grade results typically require using third party GCPs.
Not built for a survey-grade workflow out of the box.
- NDAA-compliant
- Blue and Green UAS cleared
- Approved for Operations Over People and Moving Vehicles (OOP rule)
- C3 certified (fly in Open Category without permits)
- C6 certified (with Wingtra parachute)
- Supports STS-02 declarations for BVLOS with airspace observers
- MOC 2512 & 2511 compliance enables permits to fly over people
- NDAA-compliant
- Not Green or Blue UAS
- No parachute--no OOP compliance
- C3 certified (fly in Open Category without permits)
- No C6 certification
- Not eligible for STS-02 declaration
- Not MOC 2512 & 2511 compliant
- Not NDAA-compliant
- Not Green or Blue UAS
- No integrated parachute–limited OOP compliance
- C3 certified (fly in Open Category without permits)
- C5 certified (with third-party parachute)
- No C6 certification
- Not eligible for STS-02 declaration
- Not NDAA-compliant
- Not Green or Blue UAS
- No integrated parachute--no OOP compliance
- C3 certified (fly in Open Category without permits)
- C5 certified (with third-party parachute)
- No C6 certification
- Not eligible for STS-02 declaration
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🇺🇸 United States
Legally fly over people, roads, and construction without waivers—covering 98% of US land.
✅ Wingtra’s parachute is fully integrated, manufacturer-approved, and backed by certification—enabling flights over people.
Eligible for federal agencies and government contractors for civil use.
🇪🇺 EASA (EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland)
You can fly over open land without a permit. With the Wingtra certified-parachute, you can also apply to fly in cities or over roads—faster and in more places than before. Even in countries where this used to be impossible, it’s now within reach. Plus, WingtraRAY supports longer-range (BVLOS with observers) missions through a simple declaration process.
✅ Wingtra’s parachute is fully integrated, manufacturer-approved, and backed by certification—enabling faster, more predictable approvals for operations under EASA regulations.
🇺🇸 United States
Eligible for federal and defense use.
However, it lacks an integrated parachute, so flying over people or roads requires a waiver—limiting where you can operate legally.
🇪🇺 EASA (EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland)
You can fly over open land without a permit under the Open Category (C3 certified).
But urban operations without a compliant parachute are not possible. Not qualified for the STS-02 standard scenario.
🇺🇸 United States
⚠️ Not NDAA-compliant. Not eligible for federal use. Products may face restrictions from U.S. federal use starting in 2026 under the FY25 NDAA.
Flying over people or roads requires a waiver and third-party parachute system—not natively supported.
⚠️ Third-party parachutes aren’t certified by DJI, lack official compliance backing, and are treated as custom setups—leading to slower, less reliable approvals.
🇪🇺 EASA (EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland)
Some operations possible with EASA C5 certification and third-party parachute.
⚠️ Third-party parachutes aren’t certified by DJI, lack official compliance backing, and are treated as custom setups—leading to slower, less reliable approvals.
🇺🇸 United States
⚠️ Not NDAA-compliant. Not eligible for federal use. Products may face restrictions from U.S. federal use starting in 2026 under the FY25 NDAA.
⚠️ Third-party parachutes aren’t certified by DJI, lack official DJI support.
🇪🇺 EASA (EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland)
Some operations possible with EASA C5 certification and third-party parachute.
⚠️ Third-party parachutes aren’t certified by DJI, lack official DJI support.
- RGB (nadir and oblique)
- LIDAR
- Multispectral
- No thermal
- RGB (nadir and oblique)
- LIDAR
- Multispectral
- No thermal
- RGB (nadir and oblique)
- LIDAR
- No multispectral
- Thermal
- RGB (nadir and oblique)
- No LIDAR
- No multispectral
- Thermal
- High efficiency and ROI
- Moderate ROI
- Moderate ROI
- Variable ROI
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Survey professionals who need fast, accurate, and scalable data collection—without the hassle of fragmented tools, flight permits, or rework.
Ideal for high-throughput mapping across varied sites and teams.
ISR/Defense operations or survey work with drone-savvy teams who prioritize flight time over workflow simplicity.
Best suited for large-area projects that can handle complex setup and post-processing.
Small-area inspection, thermal work, or first response—where flexibility matters more than survey precision or efficiency.
Entry-level users doing light mapping and inspection.
Good for small jobs, not ideal for scaling survey operations due to coverage, accuracy, and compliance limits.
Tech specs summary
at 120 m (400 ft) altitude above take-off point with 60% side overlap
MAP61
550 ha (1360 ac)
at 2.7 cm (1.06 in/px) GSD
59 min
45 min
(GSD / resolution) at 120 m (400 ft) flight altitude
0.5 cm (0.2 in/px)
with PPK (with GCPs)
3 cm (0.1 ft)
See the full technical specifications for more details
5’000 m (16’400 ft) AMSL with high-altitude drivetrains
See the full technical specifications for more details
Range: 10 km (6 mi) in direct line of sight, obstacles reduce the range
FAQ
Do I need WingtraCLOUD PRO to fly WingtraRAY?
No. WingtraRAY works with any WingtraCLOUD package: Essential (included with WingtraRAY), Pro, or Unlimited.
Is WingtraRAY compatible with the Wingtra workflow?
Yes. WingtraRAY works seamlessly with the full Wingtra workflow:
- WingtraGROUND for flight checkpoint setup and GNSS logging
- WingtraCLOUD for fast processing and CAD/GIS-ready outputs
Prefer to use your own tools? No problem. WingtraRAY is base-station and software agnostic—you can:
- Use your own GNSS base station
- Process your data in third-party software like Pix4D, Agisoft, or Trimble
That said, for the smoothest experience, WingtraGROUND and WingtraCLOUD are built to work as one connected system—no file conversions, no app switching.
I already use WingtraOne GEN II. Can I upgrade to WingtraRAY?
Yes. If you already use WingtraOne GEN II, you can:
- Easily move your MAP61, RX1R II, LIDAR, or RedEdge-P sensor from WingtraOne GEN II to WingtraRAY with an affordable upgrade mount.t
- Take advantage of our special loyalty offer—valid until September 15, 2025. Contact Wingtra or your local Wingtra partner to learn more.
Are WingtraOne GEN II sensors compatible with WingtraRAY?
Yes—with an upgrade mount, you can reuse most GEN II sensors, including:
- MAP61
- Wingtra LIDAR
- RedEdge-P
- RX1R II
Contact us for upgrade details.
What is adaptive speed?
WingtraRAY adjusts its speed automatically (between 16–22 m/s) to maximize coverage while keeping your data clean—no motion blur, no missed images. You get the fastest flight possible, without sacrificing accuracy.
Can I use my own base station?
Yes. You can use your own GNSS base to log corrections. Just note:
- WingtraGROUND base offers automatic upload to WingtraCLOUD
- With your own base, you’ll need to manually upload GNSS logs
Can I use my own post-processing software?
Yes. WingtraRAY outputs are compatible with major third-party tools like:
- Pix4D
- Agisoft
- Trimble Business Center
- and more
WingtraCLOUD also supports full processing if you want to keep it all in one system.
What does a typical workflow look like?
Plan in WingtraCLOUD, log ground control data with WingtraGROUND, fly with WingtraRAY, and process data in WingtraCLOUD and export to your preferred tool.
Want a visual walk-through? Watch a full demo here
What outputs do I get?
Once WingtraRAY data is processed in WingtraCLOUD, you can export:
- Orthomosaic (.GeoTIFF)
- Point cloud (.LAS or .CSV)
- Digital surface model (DSM) (.GeoTIFF)
Is WingtraRAY approved by the FAA for operations over people (OOP)?
WingtraRAY is on track for FAA approval to fly over people and moving vehicles without a waiver. While formal approval is still pending, the FAA has accepted our proposed Means of Compliance, and WingtraRAY has passed all required tests.
Key tech specs
1 Flight time depends on the sensor and flying conditions.
2 Using the MAP61 sensor at 2.7 cm (1.06 in)/px GSD at 120 m (400 ft) altitude above ground
3 Achievable when following Wingtra’s recommended workflow: flying Wingtra drones with built-in GNSS PPK, using WingtraGROUND or a survey-grade base station within 10 km, and processing in WingtraCLOUD. Accuracy refers to independent checkpoints—based on three established GCPs—in processing.
4 Using the Wingtra LIDAR sensor at 120 m (400 ft) above ground and with 30% side overlap
Parachute and compliance
5 The WingtraRAY parachute add-on is required to enable both US Cat. 3 OOP certification and EASA C6 certification. With Cat. 3 OOP, WingtraRAY can legally fly over people and moving vehicles in the US—covering 98% of land without a waiver. In Europe, C6 certification qualifies WingtraRAY for EASA’s STS-02 scenario, allowing BVLOS flights with airspace observers without a full risk assessment (SORA). The parachute also unlocks faster approvals in high-value urban and infrastructure projects with the MOC 2512 & 2511 compliance.
The drone and parachute add-on can be purchased together or separately. The parachute add-on can be installed at any time.
Cat 3 OOP approval in the US and C6 classification in Europe are under review by third-party authorities, with approvals expected in late 2025.
6 Operational limitations are dependent on your authorisation, but WingtraRAY’s parachute module and compliance evidence enables authorisations that are not possible with most drones.
7 WingtraRAY with the parachute qualifies for SORA permits using MOCs 2512 and 2511. This enables simplified compliance and unlocks flight approvals for urban projects.
8 WingtraRAY is C3 certified, qualifying it for Open Category flights without permits under EASA rules.
9 With C6 certification, WingtraRAY will support standard scenario STS-02 declarations for BVLOS flights with airspace observers. Certification is under review and expected in late 2025.
10 LTE enables BVLOS by providing safe long range telemetry for advanced BVLOS missions. Available in 2026.
11 Available Q4 2025
Bundles and WingtraCLOUD
2 Achievable when following Wingtra’s recommended workflow: flying Wingtra drones with built-in GNSS PPK, using WingtraGROUND or a survey-grade base station within 10 km, and processing in WingtraCLOUD. Accuracy refers to independent checkpoints—based on three established GCPs—in processing.
5 WingtraGROUND field surveying kit required
6 Subject to fair use policy
10 You can plan, capture, and geotag fully on device—no cloud syncing or data uploads. Internet is only needed for firmware updates and downloading base maps.
