HoverAir Aqua Basic ComboHoverAir builds on its award-winning flying camera lineup, introducing Aqua, the world’s first fully waterproof self flying camera that takes off and lands directly on water. Designed for water sports, coastal adventures, and long lake days, Aqua captures action across oceans, rivers, and shorelines with complete freedom.
Advanced AI subject tracking powers 10+ automated flight modes delivering dynamic, cinematic footage completely hands free. 4K at 100fps slow motion and HDR up to 4K at 60fps preserve rich detail in fast action, while built-in stabilization keeps footage smooth in choppy, unpredictable conditions. Pair it with the Beacon and Joysticks for precise manual control and creative freedom on the open water.
The Lighthouse is a wearable tracking and controlling device that keeps you connected to Aqua at all times. Equipped with RTK (Real-time kinematics), the Lighthouse and Aqua maintain centimeter-level positional data of each other at all
times, greatly enhancing Aqua’s tracking ability. The Lighthouse also makes it easy to start or stop recording and return to home with a single button press.
With a 55 km/h top speed and Level 7 wind resistance, Aqua shifts effortlessly from high-speed surfing and sailing to relaxed kayaking and paddleboarding sessions. TurtleFlip lets Aqua right itself if it lands upside down on the water’s surface, and its sub 250 g design means no registration is required. More than a drone, Aqua redefines how you capture life on the water, hassle free, hands free, and cinematic.
Key features- Aqua Flies Itself: Featuring 10+ fully automatic flight modes, including Follow, Orbit, and Bird’s Eye. Switch to dedicated modes for kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing, each tuned for smooth, cinematic tracking on the water.
- AI-Powered Subject Tracking: Powered by advanced sensors, Aqua automatically locks onto the subject and keeps you perfectly framed, with no controller or input required.
- Fully Waterproof Floating Design: IP67 rated and engineered for total waterproofing and corrosion resistance. Aqua handles waves, saltwater, and rain, then launches from and lands directly on the water’s surface, so you never worry about losing your drone at sea.
- 55 km/h Top Speed: Keep pace with any water-based activity and stay stable in strong winds with impressive Level 7 wind resistance.
- 4K Resolution at 100fps and HDR: Capture crisp 4K footage at 100fps and replay every moment in smooth slow motion. HDR up to 4K at 60fps balances bright highlights and deep shadows on reflective water surfaces.
- 128GB Integrated Flash Storage: No need for SD cards. Aqua features 128GB of built-in storage, giving you plenty of space for all your footage.
Waterproof design- IP67 rated waterproof and corrosion resistant construction
- Floating design
- Take off and land directly on water
Flight Performance- 55 km/h top speed
- Level 7 wind resistance for stable flight in strong winds and choppy conditions
- Optimized for high-speed water sports including jet skiing and kite surfing
Precision Tracking and Intelligent Flight- Hands free AI tracking with return to home precision via Lighthouse wearable
- Positioning accuracy to the centimetre, even without direct line of sight
- Automatic distance monitoring and smart return within preset range
- 10+ automated flight modes including Follow, Dolly Track, Angle Track, Zoom Out, Hover, and Bird’s Eye
- Dedicated water sport modes: Kayak, Paddleboard, and Surf
Imaging and Video Performance- Large 1/1.28 inch CMOS sensor
- 1-axis gimbal keep footage steady
- Hydrophobic, anti-fog lens optimized for marine environments
- 4K video at 100fps for smooth slow motion
- HDR video up to 4K at 60fps
- Built-in stabilization for steady footage on moving water
- 128GB integrated flash storage
What's in The Box- Aqua (with 1 battery) ×1
- Extra Smart Battery ×1
- USB C-C cable ×1
- Battery Waterproof Bags ×2
- Lighthouse (with 1 armband) ×1
- Charging Hub ×1
- Repair Kit ×1
Specifications
| Aircraft |
|
| Weight |
249g |
| Dimensions |
7.95
in (L) × 8.11 in (W) × 2.46 in (H) |
| Operating
Temperature |
-5°
to 40° C (23° to 104° F) |
| Max
Horizontal Speed |
34
mph (55 km/h) |
| Max Ascent
Speed |
6.7
mph (10.8km/h) |
| Max Descent
Speed |
6.7
mph (10.8km/h) |
| Max Takeoff
Altitude |
18,045 ft (5,500
m)
*This data is for reference only. Actual performance may vary depending on
the environment and conditions. |
| Max Flight
Height |
394 ft (120m) |
| Max Flight
Time |
23 minutes |
| Max Wind
Speed Resistance |
Level
7 (up to 33 knots) |
| Positioning
System |
GNSS:
GPS+Galileo+BeiDou+Glonass
RTK (with Lighthouse)
Visual Positioning: VIO |
| Buoyancy |
Positive
– take off/land on water |
| Camera |
|
| Lens |
Hydrophobic lens with self-heating
anti-fog technology for enhanced water beading and runoff FOV: 85°
Format Equivalent: 24 mm
Focus Mode: FF
Aperture: f/2.55
AF Range: 0.75 m (2.46 ft) to 8 |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.28''
CMOS |
| Flight Modes |
Paddleboard Mode,
Kayak Mode, Surf Mode, Follow, Dolly Track, Angle Track, Orbit Follow, Orbit,
Hover, Zoom Out, Bird's Eye, Spiral, 360° Spin, Manual Control |
| ISO Range |
100-128000 |
| Shutter Speed |
1/50-1/4000 |
| Video
Resolution |
Horizontal:
4K(3840 x 2160)@100/60/50/30/25/24fps
1080P(1920 x 1080)@100/60/50/30/25/24fps Vertical:
4K(2160 x 3840)@30/25/24fps
2.7K(1520 x 2704)@60/50/30/25/24fps
1080P(1080 x 1920)@60/50/30/25/24fps |
| Slow Motion |
4K@100
fps; 1080P@100 fps |
| Video Modes |
Standard,
H-Log(10 bit), Slow Motion, Vertica |
| Video Format |
MP4 |
| Video Coding |
H.264, H.265 |
| Max Video
Bitrate |
160Mbps |
| Max Image
Size |
4000*3000 (12MP) |
| Photo Format |
JPEG |
| Video
Exposure Mode |
Auto |
| Photo
Exposure Mode |
Auto |
| White Balance |
Auto |
| EIS |
SmoothCapture3.0
technology |
| Gimbal |
|
| Stabilization |
1-axis gimbal
+ EIS + Horizon leveling |
| Controllable
Range |
Tilt:
-90° to 30° |
| Sensing |
|
| Sensing Type |
Downward: Visual-Inertial Odometry
(VIO)
Downward: millimeter-wave radar |
| Battery |
|
| Capacity |
2013 mAh |
| Weight |
89g |
| Standard
Voltage |
10.74V |
| Charging
Limit Voltage |
12.9V |
| Battery Type |
Li-ion |
| Energy |
21.62Wh |
| Charging
Temperature |
0°
to 55° C (32° to 131° F) |
| Charging Time |
With the Charging Hub
and a 65W Power Adapter, fully charge one battery in 52 minutes or two
batteries in 85 minutes.
When charging the battery inside the camera, it reaches 100% in just 55
minutes. |
| Battery Charging Hub |
|
| Input |
5V ~ 20V |
| Output |
12.9V,4.5A (MAX) |
| Charging Type |
Supports dual-battery
parallel charging |
| Charger |
|
| Recommended Charger |
PD 18W adapter |
| Storage |
|
| Internal Storage |
128 GB; UFS
2.2
*External SD cards not supported |
| Beacon & Joysticks |
|
| Max Operating Time |
Beacon(without phone): 120 minutes
Beacon+Joystick A/Joystick A+B(without phone): 150 minutes
Beacon(with phone): 60 minutes |
| Operating
Temperature |
20?-40? |
| Charging Time |
Beacon: 60-90 minutes
(input: 5W)
Joystick: 75 minutes
Beacon+Joysticks: 2.5-3 hours |
| Battery
Capacity |
Beacon
only: 120 minutes
Beacon + Joystick A (or multiple joysticks) (no smartphone display): 150
minutes
Beacon + Joystick A (or multiple joysticks) (with smartphone display): 60
minutes |
| Real-time
monitoring |
Yes |
| Max
Transmission Distance |
Up to 1 km |
| Maximum
flight altitude |
120m |
| Flight mode
selection |
Yes |
| Camera
settings adjustment |
Yes |
| Noise-cancellation
sound recording |
Yes |
| One-handed
controller |
Yes |
| Two-handed
controller |
Yes |
| HoverLink |
Yes |
| Return-to-home
(RTH) |
Yes |
| Control System |
|
| Operating
Frequency |
2.4 GHz
5.8 GHz
*Operating frequency may differ by country or
region. Please refer to local regulations for more information. |
| Accessories |
Fully
automated with Lighthouse; Beacon & JoySticks |
| Mobile Device
App |
Hover X1
* iOS 12.1 or above, Android 9.0 or above |