{"id":96991,"date":"2026-09-02T13:59:17","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T11:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dronedepot.live\/?p=96991"},"modified":"2026-09-10T13:56:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T11:56:14","slug":"dji-ap100-parachute-dji-matrice-400-now-upgradable-to-c6-class","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dronedepot.live\/en\/dji-ap100-parachute-dji-matrice-400-now-upgradable-to-c6-class\/","title":{"rendered":"DJI AP100 Parachute: DJI Matrice 400 Now Upgradable to C6 Class"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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With the AP100 parachute<\/strong>, DJI has launched a new safety solution for the Matrice 400, which immediately opens an important door: the transition to the C6 class<\/strong>. For operators currently flying a C3-certified Matrice 400, this means that beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations<\/a> are now within reach, without having to purchase an entirely new aircraft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we explain exactly what the AP100 is, why the C6 class matters, and how you can upgrade your existing Matrice 400.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In summary<\/strong>: The DJI AP100 parachute is a back-mounted safety system for the DJI Matrice 400 that, when combined with the appropriate certification, enables C5 and C6 operations in accordance with European drone regulations. Existing C3 owners can have their aircraft upgraded to C3+C6 through DJI by sending in the drone<\/a> and the parachute together. The certification upgrade costs \u20ac299 (excluding shipping) and is currently available throughout Europe, with the exception of the United Kingdom. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What is the DJI AP100 parachute?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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The AP100 is a backpack-mounted parachute that DJI developed specifically for the <\/strong>Matrice 400<\/strong><\/a>. The system weighs approximately 935 grams, features an independent power supply and a fully redundant connection, and can be activated either manually or automatically. In the event of an emergency (loss of control, motor failure, or departure from the authorized zone), the parachute deploys in less than 600 milliseconds<\/strong> and reduces the descent rate to below 5 m\/s. <\/p>\n\n

Important<\/strong>: The parachute is an additional safety measure and is no substitute for careful flight preparation or sound pilot judgment.<\/p>\n\n

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Why is the C6-Class important?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

European drone regulations<\/a> (Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019\/945<\/a>) link class designations to the types of operations you\u2019re allowed to perform<\/strong>. For the Matrice 400, this makes a big difference: <\/p>\n\n