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The Easiest SELF-FLYING DRONE We’ve Ever Used on a Boat - HoverAir X1ProMax Review
20 May 2026 · 8 min · 9K views
Dinghy speeds across sunset-lit water, leaving foamy wake.
What this video covers
Steph and Travis test the HoverAir X1 Pro Max drone to improve filming safety and ease of use after a previous mid-Atlantic drone accident involving a facial injury.0:02 The HoverAir X1 Pro Max features a fully caged design, which allows the operator to catch the device by hand without risk of blade contact.6:21 The unit includes internal storage, eliminating the need for an SD card, and supports gesture-based controls, a tracking beacon, and a joystick controller for manual flight.1:35 During a field test in a dinghy powered by a 10-horsepower motor, the drone successfully tracked the crew at speed.7:30 The device folds for compact storage in a backpack, making it suitable for hiking, kayaking, and paddleboarding.6:34 The crew plans to integrate the drone into future sailing content once they gain more experience operating it from the deck of Jibsea.6:42
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