AlphaAir 9
AlphaAir9 LiDAR + RGB System
Compact, Professional-Grade UAV Mapping Solution
The CHCNAV AlphaAir 9 (AA9) is a powerful and lightweight airborne LiDAR + RGB system purpose-built for professional UAV mapping and photogrammetry applications. With a compact design weighing just 1.45 kg and full integration of CHCNAV’s precision LiDAR sensor, GNSS/IMU positioning, and a 26 MP orthographic RGB camera, the AA9 delivers exceptional 3D data acquisition in a single flight.
Designed for seamless integration with leading UAV platforms—including the CHCNAV X500, DJI M350, and other third-party drones—the AA9 offers fast installation via CHCNAV's innovative AlphaPort interface, supporting both power and telemetry with a single click.
Key Features:
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Survey-Grade Accuracy:
Achieve 2–5 cm absolute accuracy and 5 mm precision with CHCNAV's advanced navigation algorithms, even in challenging environments. -
High-Density Point Cloud Capture:
With up to 500,000 points per second, 250 scan lines per second, and a 600 m maximum range, the AA9 ensures detailed and reliable coverage for corridor, terrain, and vegetation surveys. -
Dense Vegetation Penetration:
Capable of capturing up to 6 return echoes, the AA9 excels at generating accurate ground models in forested or cluttered areas. -
Integrated 26 MP RGB Camera:
Capture high-resolution imagery for orthophoto generation and true-color point cloud colorization. The built-in camera enables realistic 3D mesh reconstruction in combination with CHCNAV’s processing suite. -
Streamlined Workflow with CoPre + CoProcess:
Post-processing is fast and intuitive with CHCNAV’s CoPre and CoProcess software, offering everything from trajectory correction and strip adjustment to automatic DEM/DSM creation and feature extraction. -
Live Data Preview & Efficient Operation:
Real-time point cloud and imagery viewing via the UAV controller improves data confidence and mission decision-making. Operates up to 30 minutes per flight when paired with a DJI M350 and up to 45 minutes per flight when paired with CHCNAV X500 -
All-Weather Performance:
IP64-rated enclosure ensures reliable operation in diverse field conditions, from -20°C to +50°C.
Why Choose the CHCNAV AA9?
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Lightweight & Versatile:
At just 1.45 kg, the AA9 is ideal for long-duration flights and easy transport. It mounts effortlessly on popular UAVs like CHCNAV X500 and DJI Matrice series. -
Precision You Can Trust:
Backed by CHCNAV’s robust GNSS/IMU platform and laser scanning engine, the AA9 delivers reliable and repeatable results in real-world conditions. -
Built for Productivity:
From one-click mounting to streamlined post-processing, every part of the AA9 system is optimized for field efficiency and rapid data turnaround. -
Future-Ready Technology:
With real-time visualization, multi-return capability, and advanced camera integration, the AA9 offers features often found only in larger, more expensive systems. -
Seamless Support & Service:
As an official CHCNAV dealer in Canada, Latnet Technologies Ltd. provides full support, training, and integration guidance—ensuring you get the most out of your investment.
AlphaAir 9 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Technical Specification and Features
Alpha Air 9


AlphaAir 9 features
Professional Airborne Lidar+RGB System
