HoverAir Aqua launches as new waterproof drone with limited time introductory offer
HoverAir has now released its latest drone after running an extended teaser campaign. For context, HoverAir is best known for rivalling DJI with drones like the HoverAir X1 (curr. $439 on Amazon). While Insta360 has now attempted to muscle in on DJI's patch with the Antigravity A1, HoverAir has taken a different approach with the Aqua.
As the video below highlights, the HoverAir Aqua is a waterproof drone that can land on and take off from water. Moreover, HoverAir claims that its drone can right itself if wind or waves knock it over. From a technical perspective, the HoverAir Aqua features a 1/1.28-inch CMOS sensor that can capture 10-bit H-log footage in 4K at up to 100 FPS. Alternatively, HoverAir claims that its new drone can shoot 12 MP photos with an f/2.55 aperture lens and HDR support.
Moreover, the HoverAir Aqua features a 2,013 mAh battery rated for up to 23-minute flight times between charges. Also, the drone contains Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) positioning and a 1.6-inch AMOLED display that serves as a viewfinder. Furthermore, the Aqua is rated for up to a 55 km/h top speed with 18.3 m/s of wind resistance, all within a housing that measures 202 x 206 x 64 mm and weighs 249 g for C0 drone certification.
Currently, the HoverAir Aqua starts at $999 with its Fly More Combo package rather than its alleged $1,676 MSRP. This deal will only be available until August 22 though, after which HoverAir will switch to the Aqua Standard Combo at the same $999 Indiegogo pricing. At the time of publication, HoverAir hopes to begin shipping to Indiegogo backers by December 2025. Please see the HoverAir Aqua Indiegogo campaign for more details.
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