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Sony will also stop selling Airpeak S1 accessories like the drone’s gimbal, battery charger, and remote control next year. However, it will continue to sell replacement batteries and propellers until March 31st, 2026, and will offer inspections, repairs, and software maintenance until March 31st, 2030.
The AirPeak S1 promised capabilities including a top speed of 55.9mph, flight times up to 12 minutes with a camera and gimbal attached, and an ability to maintain a stable flight in winds up to 44.7mph when it was officially announced in 2021. However, the drone struggled to compete with offerings from companies like DJI, and early reviews were not positive. PetaPixel reviewed the Airpeak S1 in 2022 and concluded it was “not ready for commercial use.”
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