{"product_id":"dji-ap100-parachute","title":"DJI AP100 Parachute","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AP100 lets the Matrice 400 meet EASA C5\/C6 and CAA UK5\/UK6 operational safety requirements, which opens up compliant flights over populated areas (STS-01) and BVLOS operations (STS-02). It runs on independent power with full-link redundancy and supports both manual and automatic deployment. Response time is under 600 ms, and stabilized descent speed stays below 5 m\/s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/1882\/9074\/files\/AP100-Banner.png\" alt=\"DJI AP100 Parachute for Matrice 400\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/1882\/9074\/files\/AP100-1.webp\" alt=\"AP100 parachute mounted on the Matrice 400\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic deployment response:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤600 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStabilized descent speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤5 m\/s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum deployment altitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥30 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent backup power:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1 hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-deployment alarms\/strobe:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 1 hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 935 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax takeoff weight preserved:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlight time impact:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 6 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP55\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating range:\u003c\/strong\u003e −20°C to 50°C (−4°F to 122°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaired with the AP100, the Matrice 400 meets EASA's C5\/C6 and the UK CAA's UK5\/UK6 operational safety requirements, supporting Standard Scenario compliance for both urban VLOS flight (STS-01) and BVLOS operations (STS-02).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Self-Monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom power-on through the entire flight, the parachute watches its own gas generator and communication links. Any anomaly triggers a real-time alert through the Health Management System in DJI Pilot 2. An independent flight controller and IMU sensors let the parachute cross-validate data with the drone continuously, which cuts the risk of accidental deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in dual capacitors supply up to an hour of backup power, keeping attitude monitoring and automatic deployment active without depending on the aircraft's main battery or an E-Port connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/1882\/9074\/files\/AP-100-4.jpg\" alt=\"AP100 independent power and redundant safety system\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Motor Cut-Off\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn trigger, an independent Flight Termination System cuts motor power within 600 ms, stopping the rotors before the parachute ejects, so the lines cannot tangle with the propellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio and Visual Alarms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter deployment, the system sounds alarms and flashes high-intensity lights for about an hour, clearing the area on the ground and helping operators locate and recover the aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeployment Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic, on detected attitude or speed anomalies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic, on a Geocaging boundary breach set in DJI Pilot 2 (EU, UK, and other supported regions).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual, via the on-screen slider in DJI Pilot 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote, via DJI FlightHub 2's Flight Termination System page, using the aircraft serial number and a verification code (requires a DJI Cellular Dongle 2 and 4G connection; EU, UK, and other supported regions).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/1882\/9074\/files\/videoframe_1944.png\" alt=\"AP100 parachute deployment sequence\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight, Fits the Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight design:\u003c\/strong\u003e at approximately 935 g, the system preserves the M400's 15.8 kg maximum takeoff weight, with roughly a 6-minute impact on flight time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e the rear-mounted design avoids interference with battery swaps or payloads. The Matrice 400 fits directly into its carrying case with the parachute attached, saving setup time in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Harsh Environments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharing the M400's IP55 rating, the system holds up in heavy dust or rain, and performs consistently across −20°C to 50°C (−4°F to 122°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Trade-Off to Plan For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitting the AP100 automatically disables the M400's downward and backward mmWave radars, reducing obstacle sensing in those directions. It is a deliberate design decision, but one worth building into your operational planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Use Safety Device\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike all parachute recovery systems, the AP100 is single-use — once deployed, it needs replacing before the next flight. DJI recommends retiring and replacing a unit three years after activation regardless of self-check results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban patrol\u003c\/strong\u003e (M400 + AP100 + H30T + Spotlight + Speaker): broadcast traffic guidance or event safety notices, with fewer safety-driven mission limits in dense urban areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacade cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e (M400 + AP100 + cleaning equipment): fly close to glass curtain walls with a safety chain that reduces risk to buildings and the ground — often a condition for the work permit itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery\u003c\/strong\u003e (M400 + AP100 + delivery box): lab-to-hospital transport, remote and island delivery, and time-critical parcels, backed by a fail-safe for urban airspace operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DJI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50316547457238,"sku":"CP.EN.00000776.01","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2439\/3765\/files\/dji-dji-ap100-parachute-1248940120.jpg?v=1787605712","url":"https:\/\/dronepoint.ca\/products\/dji-ap100-parachute","provider":"DronePoint Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}