Ag Indias Indigenious Agri Drone Flight Controller for Next-Gen Drones

Ag++: India’s Indigenious Agri Drone Flight Controller for Next-Gen Drones

In the rapidly growing drone ecosystem, having a reliable and high-performance flight controller is the difference between success and failure. For agricultural drones, where precision, adaptability, and uptime are critical, AeroFC Ag++ stands out as India’s indigenous flight controller built for the future of farming and drone innovation.

Unlike generic controllers, Ag++ is purpose-built for agriculture combining IV&V-certified software, patented hardware innovations, and a plug-and-play ecosystem that ensures drones operate with unmatched stability and efficiency. Whether you’re an OEM, an operator, or a large-scale Agri-organization, Ag++ is designed to take your drone operations to the next level.

What Is Ag++?

AeroFC Ag++ is a plug-and-play, agriculture-focused drone flight controller engineered for high performance and operational precision. It comes equipped with high-end processors, advanced sensor support, and broad connectivity all integrated to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient aerial operations.

Key Technical Features & Capabilities

Here are the standout technical specifications and design decisions that distinguish Ag++:

Feature Description / Advantage
Superb Processing Power Uses a high-performance 32-bit main processor, coupled with an I/O processor. This dual-processor architecture helps Ag++ handle flight control, sensor input, payload management, etc., with low latency and high responsiveness.
Advanced External Sensor Support Equipped with CAN-based radars for obstacle detection front and back, plus a CAN-based altimeter that enables terrain-following features. Essential in rugged terrain or when flying close to vegetation.
Rich Connectivity & IO • 8 PWM outputs for motors • 4 auxiliary PWM / GPIO outputs • 2 CAN buses and 3 UART ports—supporting complex integration of sensors and payloads. • Dedicated R/C inputs for PPM and S-Bus signals for broader compatibility.
Precision Sensor Suite Core internal sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, and dual barometers. These help in accurate motion tracking, altitude measurement, and stable orientation control even in fluctuating conditions.
Future-Ready, Compact Design Lightweight, compact design to ease integration into different drone frames; built for scalability (in both capabilities and durability) as agricultural drone demands evolve.

Supporting Software & Ecosystem

Ag++ isn’t just hardware it’s part of a broader ecosystem that enhances what the drone can actually do, in the field:

  • AeroGCS Config: A specialized configuration tool that lets manufacturers and operators calibrate sensors, payloads, and set safety parameters (geofences, return-to-home, failsafe settings).

  • AeroGCS GREEN: India’s first IV&V-certified precision spraying software. Features include uniform spraying, mission planning, obstacle avoidance, detailed field reports, flow monitoring, mapping, etc. Highly relevant for agricultural use.

  • AeroGCS Enterprise SaaS Platform: For larger operations with fleets. Enables real-time tracking, operational dashboards, performance analytics, error-logging, drone health monitoring, etc.

red for high performance and operational precision. It comes equipped with high-end processors, advanced sensor support, and broad connectivity all integrated to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient aerial operations.

Advantages in Real-World Agriculture

Putting together all the above, Ag++ delivers several practical benefits for agricultural drone operators:

  1. Better flight stability even in windy or uneven terrain thanks to terrain-following and obstacle avoidance sensors.

  2. More accurate spraying (or whatever payload work) because of uniform flow control, calibrated payload integration, and precision sensor feedback.

  3. Reduced downtime because of robust processor, advanced sensors, safety features, and better diagnostics via enterprise tools.

  4. Flexibility to adapt to different drone sizes, different payloads, multiple sensors, due to its connectivity options.

  5. Faster deployment & training since it’s plug-and-play, with clear software tools for configuration, plus support for training & documentation.

How Ag++ Redefines the Comparison

With a closer look at its ecosystem and capabilities, the advantages of Ag++ over conventional flight controllers become crystal clear:

  • From Generic to Certified Excellence
    While others rely on generic software stacks, Ag++ is powered by IV&V-certified AeroGCS GREEN software and AeroGCS Config a robust, agriculture-specific ecosystem built for precision, safety, and trust.

  • From Standard Sensors to Advanced Intelligence
    Instead of basic sensor kits, Ag++ comes equipped with dual barometers, magnetometers, and CAN-based external sensors and radars. This delivers far greater accuracy, terrain awareness, and operational reliability in real-world farming conditions.

  • From Complexity to Plug & Play
    What is often a time-consuming, complex setup with others becomes a plug-and-play experience with Ag++. Its streamlined configuration features and dedicated I/O options ensure your mission-ready faster and with less hassle.

AeroFC Ag++ is more than just a flight controller it’s a leap forward for India’s agricultural drone ecosystem. By combining IV&V-certified software, patented software, and a plug-and-play design, Ag++ sets a new benchmark in reliability, precision, and scalability. For OEMs, operators, and Agri-enterprises, it delivers what truly matters in the field: safer flights, smarter spraying, reduced downtime, and faster deployment.

As India builds its indigenous drone capabilities, Ag++ stands as a homegrown innovation that empowers farmers, strengthens enterprises, and fuels the next generation of Agri-tech. Simply put, Ag++ isn’t just controlling drones it’s shaping the future of farming.

Shrushti Pansare
Sr. Marketing Manager
marketing@pdrl.in | +91 77700 13322