FULLY WATERPROOF CAMERA DRONE
Life on the water creates some of our most memorable moments, whether it’s a family day aboard a cruiser, a weekend sailing trip, towing a wake surfer behind the boat, or discovering a quiet anchorage along the coast.
Capturing those moments, however, has always been a challenge. Traditional drones can provide spectacular aerial footage, but launching and recovering them from a moving vessel often comes with significant risk. One mistimed landing, an unexpected gust of wind, or a technical issue can quickly turn an expensive drone into a permanent addition to the seabed.
HOVERAir AQUA was designed to change that.
HOVERAir AQUA is the world’s first fully waterproof self-flying camera created specifically for life on the water. Unlike conventional drones, AQUA can launch from, land on and float in the water, making it uniquely suited to boaters and watersports enthusiasts alike.
For boat owners, one of AQUA’s standout features is its ability to autonomously follow and film a vessel underway. Paired with an accessory called the Lighthouse, AQUA combines RTK (Real- Time Kinematic) positioning, which corrects GPS inaccuracies, with AI-powered subject tracking to deliver centimetre-level precision. The result is a genuinely hands-free experience that requires no drone piloting skills. AQUA can track a moving boat or rider in real time, and lets users focus on enjoying their time on the water while it handles the filming. AQUA’s dynamic Return-to-Home function continuously updates the drone’s return position, allowing it to safely return to the vessel rather than a fixed location on the water.
AQUA is equally appealing for those who enjoy activities beyond the boat itself. Paddleboarders, foilers, kayakers, and wakeboarders can launch AQUA and have it automatically follow their movements, capturing cinematic footage from angles that previously required a dedicated camera operator. With more than 10 autonomous flight modes including: Follow, Orbit, Bird’s Eye, Kayak Mode, Foil Mode and SUP Mode. AQUA is designed to do the flying for you. Its autonomous flight capabilities allow users to remain fully immersed in the experience while still recording professional-quality footage.
Weighing just 249 grams, AQUA can be operated in Australia without a drone licence. It can withstand winds up to Level 7 (33 knots), reach speeds of 55 km/h and record 4K video at up to 100 frames per second. A large 1/1.28-inch CMOS sensor, intelligent activity-specific flight modes and advanced stabilisation technology help ensure smooth, high-quality footage even in challenging marine conditions.
For boaters looking to capture life onboard, visit www.au.hoverair.com
Published in print August-December 2026
