An Australian engineer has shattered expectations for electric unmanned aircraft after building a custom‑designed drone that officially reached an astonishing 626.42 km/h (about 388 mph) — earning a Guinness World Record for the fastest ground speed by a battery‑powered quadcopter. The record‑breaking flight was achieved on December 8, 2025, when aerospace engineer Benjamin Biggs pushed his lightweight, high‑performance quadcopter to unprecedented velocity during a certified run in Melbourne. That top speed eclipses previous benchmarks and demonstrates how far electric propulsion and advanced design have come in unmanned flight.
Biggs spent roughly 18 months designing and testing the drone, incorporating extreme motors, precision aerodynamics, and lightweight materials to squeeze every ounce of performance from its battery power. The certification‑verified run culminated in the Guinness World Record title, officially recognizing the achievement in one of the most competitive areas of drone performance innovation.
Beyond the record itself, the milestone highlights the rapid pace of advancement in electric flight technology. Lessons learned from high‑speed experimental platforms like this one are expected to influence drone racing, aerospace research, and future high‑performance unmanned systems over the coming decade. As battery technology continues to improve, engineers and hobbyists alike are pushing the limits of what’s possible — proving that electric drones can be more than just nimble flyers; they can be record‑breaking speed machines.
