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Usually tens of metres to a couple of hundred metres.
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How far can a drone fly? Range explained.
By the NVX engineering team, New Delhi · 22 October 2026 · 5 min read
Range is how far a drone can fly from its controller and still keep a reliable link. Advertised ranges are measured in ideal conditions; in Indian cities with buildings and Wi-Fi interference, real range is much shorter. And the law limits how far you should fly anyway.
Typical range by drone type
Rough figures; your conditions decide the real number.
Camera drones
Several kilometres in open, interference-free areas.
FPV drones
Depends on the radio and video system; long-range builds can go far, within the law.
Enterprise drones
Designed for longer links; Saksham by NVX has about 15 km range.
What limits range
Signal is easily blocked.
Buildings and trees
Anything between you and the drone weakens the link.
Interference
Wi-Fi, mobile towers and power lines in cities cut range.
Antenna position
Point the controller's antennas correctly; do not aim the tips at the drone.
Battery
You need enough battery to come back, often into the wind.
The rule that matters: visual line of sight
In India, drones are generally flown within visual line of sight (VLOS) unless specifically permitted. Beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations need special permission. So even if your drone can fly kilometres away, keep it where you can see it.
FAQ
How Far Can a Drone Fly: common questions
How far can a drone fly from the controller?
Camera drones can reach several kilometres in open areas, but city interference reduces that sharply, and Indian rules generally require visual line of sight.
What happens if my drone goes out of range?
Most GPS drones trigger return-to-home. Set a safe return altitude above trees and buildings before flying.
Which NVX drone has the longest range?
Saksham has about 15 km range for enterprise missions.
Is it legal to fly a drone beyond visual line of sight in India?
Only with specific permission. Normal flights should stay within visual line of sight.
How can I get my lost drone back?
Check the last known position in your flight app. If it crashed, NVX can inspect and repair it.
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