C5 MOC 2512 Certified Parachutes for Urban Flight and BVLOS

The French company Dronavia has announced the launch of an innovative range of safety accessories for professional drones, called Kronos. These devices comply with European EASA C5 standards as well as MOC 2512 (M2) and MOC 2511 specifications.

According to projections, by 2035, there will be over 400,000 professional drones registered with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and more than 70% of flights will be beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). To position itself as a key player in this transition and address the critical challenges of securing low-altitude airspace, especially in urban environments, Dronavia has developed the Kronos range.

Key Features of the Kronos Range:

The Kronos series includes various parachute recovery systems (PRS) and flight termination systems (FTS) compatible with drones like the DJI Matrice 350/300, DJI Mavic 3, and DJI Matrice 30. These accessories work in tandem to shut down the drone’s motors and slow its descent, reducing impact energy in case of critical issues such as:

• Severe weather conditions
• Radio transmission failure
• Propulsion system malfunction
• GPS signal loss

Conversion Kits and Certification:

The C5 PRS-FTS-MOC Kronos AD Inspire 3 and PRS-FTS-MOC Kronos AD Matrice 350 kits enable operators to convert drones like the DJI Matrice 30 and DJI Matrice 350 from C3 class to C5 class. The PRS-FTS-MOC Kronos AD Mavic 3 allows C5 conversion of DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise drones in a workshop setting.

These certifications are crucial for operators looking to:

• Perform flights in STS-01 standard European scenarios (visual line-of-sight flights in populated areas).
• Prepare SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment).
• Apply for PDRA (Pre-Defined Risk Assessment) to unlock more complex flight missions.

Easy Installation and Advanced Technology:

Kronos systems (PRS and FTS) are plug & play, requiring less than 2 minutes to install. They are lightweight and activate automatically when the drone takes off, thanks to their unique takeoff detection technology.

Applications:

These systems are essential for:

• Ensuring safe operations in urban areas.
• Conducting BVLOS missions.
• Meeting regulatory requirements for advanced and complex drone operations.

The Kronos range offers drone operators a reliable and efficient solution to enhance safety and comply with evolving European regulations, ensuring confidence in both routine and critical operations.