This drone has not one but FOUR gas engines! | Parallel Flight | UAV Expo 2025

Parallel Flight builds hybrid UAVs that have an all-up weight of almost 270 pounds and stay airborne for long missions. Founded to tackle wildfire support, these aircraft could be game-changers for Canada’s increasingly intense fire seasons. We discuss endurance, logistics, and safety in heavy-lift drone ops. **Yes, I'm a dummy in the intro and make it sound like this drone can carry up to 270 lbs but... I guess It's true, since 270 lbs are suspended under the propellers....** In this interview: hybrid power systems, payloads, safety, and what these aircraft mean for construction, logistics, and industrial applications. Big thanks to Sarah for taking the time to chat about the Firefly drone. PARALLEL FLIGHT - https://www.parallelflight.com/firefly Check them out on YouTube ‪@parallelflighttechnologies3653‬ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 1:11 - Interview 6:43 - Wildfire Suppression 8:30 - Outro Get your drone pilot certificate at - https://coastaldrone.co Follow Us On: Instagram   / coastaldroneco   Facebook   / coastaldroneco   LinkedIn   / coastal-drone-co