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Drone Recycling Services

REFPV is your trusted partner for responsible drone recycling. We accept every brand, every model, and every condition — from a single crashed Mavic Mini to pallets of retired commercial platforms.

What Drones We Accept

There is no drone we cannot recycle. Our facilities are equipped to handle consumer quadcopters, racing FPV drones, commercial mapping and inspection platforms, agricultural spraying drones, and military-grade UAS hardware. Every unit is processed at R2-certified facilities with full chain-of-custody tracking.

Consumer Drones

DJI Mavic, Mini, Air, and Phantom series. Parrot Anafi. Holy Stone, Potensic, and all hobbyist quadcopters. Any condition accepted.

FPV Racing Drones

Custom-built racing quads, BetaFPV, iFlight, GEPRC, Emax, and all FPV frames. We handle LiPo batteries and carbon fiber frames safely.

Commercial & Industrial

DJI Matrice and Inspire series, Skydio X-series, Autel Dragonfish, senseFly eBee, and all commercial mapping and inspection platforms.

Agricultural Drones

DJI Agras, XAG drones, and all agricultural spraying platforms. Includes safe handling of residual chemical contamination.

Enterprise Platforms

Skydio Dock systems, DJI Dock, tethered drones, and autonomous platforms. We manage decommissioning of complete drone-in-a-box solutions.

Accessories & Parts

Spare batteries, chargers, controllers, propellers, camera gimbals, and cases. We accept all drone-related accessories alongside full units.

How Drone Recycling Works

Our streamlined process makes drone recycling simple. From the moment you request a quote to the delivery of your recycling certificate, we handle every step with care and transparency.

01

Request a Quote

Tell us the brand, model, quantity, and condition of your drones. We respond with a free quote within 24 hours, including a prepaid shipping label for consumer units.

02

Ship or Schedule Pickup

Print the prepaid label and drop off at any carrier location. For 10+ units, we schedule a free pickup from your location anywhere in the continental US.

03

Processing & Recovery

Drones are inspected, data is destroyed, batteries are safely removed, and all materials are sorted into recovery streams: metals, plastics, electronics, and reusable components.

04

Certificate of Recycling

You receive a detailed Certificate of Recycling via email, confirming what was processed, material weights, and the recycling methods used. Ideal for compliance records.

What We Recover

Drones are complex assemblies of valuable materials. Our recycling process achieves a 95%+ recovery rate by weight, ensuring that critical resources are returned to the supply chain rather than ending up in landfills.

Aluminum
Copper
Lithium
Cobalt
Carbon Fiber
Gold & Silver

Drone Recycling FAQ

What drone brands do you accept for recycling?+
We accept every drone brand and model on the market. This includes DJI (Mavic, Phantom, Inspire, Matrice, Avata, Mini series), Parrot (Anafi, Bebop), Skydio (S2, X2, X10), Autel Robotics (EVO, Dragonfish), Yuneec, Holy Stone, Potensic, custom-built FPV racers, agricultural drones, and industrial inspection platforms. If it flies and has a battery, we can recycle it.
Do my drones need to be working to be recycled?+
No. We accept drones in any condition — crashed, water-damaged, fire-damaged, missing parts, or fully functional. Drones with repairable components may have parts refurbished and resold, with the remaining materials routed to certified recycling streams. You receive a recycling certificate regardless of condition.
How much does drone recycling cost?+
For individual consumer drones, recycling is free. We provide a prepaid shipping label and cover all processing costs. For large commercial or industrial drones, there may be a small handling fee depending on size and hazardous material content. Bulk orders of 10+ units qualify for free pickup service. Request a quote for exact pricing.
What happens to my drone after I send it in?+
Your drone goes through a multi-step process: intake inspection, data destruction (flight logs, camera storage, GPS data), battery removal and safe storage, mechanical disassembly, material sorting (metals, plastics, circuit boards, wiring), and routing to specialized recyclers. Motors and cameras in working condition may be refurbished. You receive a Certificate of Recycling with a detailed breakdown.
How long does the drone recycling process take?+
From the time we receive your drone, processing typically takes 5-7 business days. You will receive your Certificate of Recycling via email within 10 business days. Bulk orders may take longer depending on volume. Rush processing is available for enterprise clients who need expedited documentation.

Find Drone Recycling Near You

REFPV offers drone recycling services across the United States. Find a location near you.

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Recycle Your Drones Today

Send us your old, broken, or retired drones. Free shipping labels for consumer units. Bulk pickup available.

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