New DJI parachute helps protect Matrice 400 drone during emergencies

DroneDJ·Jul 13

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A new parachute system, called the AP100, has been introduced for the Matrice 400 drone, which is designed to help protect the drone during emergencies. The parachute is reported to slow the drone's descent and may cut off the rotors quickly to prevent damage and injury. The specifics of the parachute's functionality, such as its deployment time, are not consistently detailed across reports.

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