# Hazardous Weather-Ready Drones ThunderFly's 'TF-G1' Unmanned Drone can Maintain Flight in Weather By Colin Smith | Published 2023-12-11 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tf-g1 References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/drones/thunderfly-tf-g1-autogyro-drone/)  ThunderFly is a Czech company that makes flying machines that can handle harsh weather; it recently released the TF-G1, a drone that looks like a mini helicopter and runs on electricity. The TF-G1 can [carry up to 5 kg of cargo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-flycart-100), fly for more than an hour on a single charge, and land and take off from very small spaces due to its helicopter-inspired design. The TF-G1 also has a special mode that makes it very stable and safe in the air, even during extreme weather conditions. Interested consumers can order the TF-G1 online from ThunderFly’s website, where it will ship within 6-8 weeks following the order. Prices for the TF-G1 begin at $9,999 USD. ThunderFly also gives you a simulation model, instructional documentation, and a source code for the TF-G1 on [GitHub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bardy), and you can buy a set of rotor blades for $499 USD on Tindie. The drone also comes with an expansive warranty that ensures ThunderFly will assist with any hardware or software defects or challenges. Image Credit: ThunderFly ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 20% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/market) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Harsh Weather-ready Drones:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the development of durable drones that can withstand extreme weather conditions, allowing for expanded capabilities in various industries. - **Electric Powered Drones:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the production of electric-powered drones, enabling longer flight times and reduced environmental impact. - **Mini Helicopter Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in drone design by incorporating helicopter-inspired features, allowing for improved maneuverability and operation in tight spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Delivery and Logistics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the delivery and logistics industry with the use of weather-ready drones that can transport larger cargo loads and withstand adverse weather conditions. - **Agriculture:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the agriculture industry through the use of durable drones that can provide real-time monitoring and data analysis for crop management, even in challenging weather conditions. - **Emergency Response:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the field of emergency response by employing weather-ready drones that can aid in search and rescue operations, providing valuable assistance in extreme weather situations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherproof Enterprise Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-30.md) - [Temperature-Resistant Delivery Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temperatureresistant-delivery-drones.md) - [Heavy-Duty Hybrid Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-drones.md) - [Lightweight Waterproof Drone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua.md) - [Waterproof Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua-drone.md) - [Foldable All-Weather Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matrice-30.md) - [Extreme-Heat Firefighting Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firedrone-by-empa.md) - [Enterprise-Ready Drone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-400.md) - [Heavy Payload-Accommodating Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firefly-drone.md)