AVSS
AVSS Drone Parachute For DJI Matrice 30 Series
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The AVSS PRS-M30 is a 284-gram parachute recovery system for the DJI Matrice 30 and Matrice 30T. It deploys in under 0.5 seconds, brings the aircraft down at a controlled 3.8 m/s, and ships with the ASTM F3322-24a compliance documentation U.S. operators need for FAA flight-over-people pathways including the streamlined Drone-as-Responder Certificate of Waiver process.
ASTM F3322-24a compliant recovery for the M30 and M30T. Sub-half-second deployment, plug-and-play flight termination, and the documentation U.S. public-safety and enterprise crews need for OOP waivers.
Features
- Sub-0.5-second autonomous deployment from the onboard triggering system, with manual deployment available through the PSDK
- Plug-and-play flight termination system that cuts motor power on activation, with an option for 0 meter / 0 foot deployment
- Average descent rate of 3.8 m/s (12.47 fps) and average impact energy of 29.4 J (21.7 ft-lb)
- Total system weight of 284 g (+/- 5 g), mounted via an attachment bracket designed not to interfere with the M30 GPS modules
- ASTM F3322-24a compliance documentation included to support FAA waivers and the streamlined Drone-as-Responder Certificate of Waiver process
- Energetic deployment technology for fast, reliable canopy inflation in low-altitude failure scenarios
- Onboard electronic module powers the Parachute Pod™ and the flight termination system from a self-contained battery
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible aircraft | DJI Matrice 30 (M30), DJI Matrice 30T (M30T) |
| Total weight | 284 g / 0.626 lb (+/- 5 g) |
| Deployment time | Under 0.5 seconds |
| Deployment technology | Energetic |
| Trigger modes | Autonomous and manual (PSDK) |
| Flight termination system | Yes, plug-and-play (PSDK) |
| Manual triggering device | Yes |
| Average descent rate | 3.8 m/s (12.47 fps) |
| Average impact energy | 29.4 J (21.7 ft-lb) |
| Compliance | ASTM F3322-24a |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Who this is for
- Public-safety agencies running M30 or M30T airframes for Drone-as-Responder programs and pursuing the FAA's streamlined Certificate of Waiver process for shielded operations
- Inspection, utility, and infrastructure crews flying the M30 in environments where a documented parachute recovery system supports the operation's safety case
- Operators preparing FAA Part 107 waiver applications that call for an ASTM F3322-compliant parachute recovery system
- Enterprise fleets standardizing on AVSS hardware so training, spares, and procedures stay consistent across DJI airframes
What's included
- 1 × Parachute Pod™
- 1 × Electronic module with batteries
- 1 × Flight termination system (PSDK)
- 1 × Autonomous triggering system
- 1 × Attachment bracket
- ASTM F3322-24a compliance documentation
- Rugged carrying case
Please note: The PRS-M30 is sold as an add-on for the DJI Matrice 30 Series. The aircraft is not included. Repacking and inspection schedules are detailed in the AVSS user manual; plan for a repack after deployment or per the manufacturer's interval.
FAQ
Which DJI drones is the PRS-M30 compatible with?
The PRS-M30 is built specifically for the DJI Matrice 30 Series, including the standard Matrice 30 (M30) and the Matrice 30T (M30T) thermal variant.
Does this make my Matrice 30 compliant for flights over people?
The PRS-M30 ships with ASTM F3322-24a compliance documentation, which is the FAA's reference standard for parachute recovery systems used in flight-over-people operations. The 21.7 ft-lb impact energy of the M30 with this system places it above the FAA Part 107 Category 2 threshold (11 ft-lb). For specific category eligibility on your airframe, review the AVSS documentation against your operation and your local FSDO.
Can I use this for the FAA's streamlined Drone-as-Responder Certificate of Waiver?
Yes. The FAA's streamlined Certificate of Waiver process for DFR operations in shielded environments requires drones over 0.88 lb to carry an ASTM F3322-compliant parachute recovery system when flying over people in non-life-saving situations. The PRS-M30's ASTM F3322-24a compliance is intended to support that requirement.
How is the parachute triggered?
Two ways. The onboard autonomous triggering system monitors the aircraft and fires the parachute automatically if it detects loss of control or freefall. You can also fire it manually through the PSDK using a manual triggering device, giving the pilot in command a positive way to terminate flight at any time.
How fast does the parachute deploy?
The autonomous triggering system fires the parachute in under 0.5 seconds from detection of a flight anomaly, and the energetic deployment opens the canopy almost immediately. The system supports a 0 m / 0 ft deployment option for low-altitude scenarios.
How much flight time does the parachute cost me?
The PRS-M30 adds 284 g to the M30 or M30T airframe. The added mass has a measurable effect on flight time and is offset for most operators by the airspace and waiver opportunities the system unlocks.
What is the warranty?
The PRS-M30 ships with a 1-year manufacturer warranty from AVSS against defects in materials and workmanship.
