DJI FlightHub 2 On-Premises gains major update

DJI has released a significant update to its self-hosted enterprise drone operations platform. FlightHub 2 On-Premises version 1.7 aims to tackle three major challenges: scaling live video streams, simplifying system maintenance, and providing deeper integration options for developers.

According to a report from DroneDJ, the platform is designed for organizations that require strict data control, such as government agencies, utilities, and critical infrastructure operators. It allows these entities to run their entire drone management software on their own servers or approved private clouds, keeping all flight data, maps, and video feeds within their own networks.

Livestream capacity triples with multi-core processing

The headline improvement is a major boost to livestream performance. As companies deploy more automated DJI Dock systems, multiple drones often fly simultaneously, each transmitting live video. Previous software versions could struggle with this workload.

Version 1.7 introduces multi-core livestream processing. DJI states this can increase concurrent livestream capacity by up to three times, assuming adequate server hardware is available. The update also fixes several reliability issues that previously caused livestream failures, relay forwarding problems, black screens, and abnormal latency reporting. These changes target large-scale operations where uninterrupted video is critical for inspections, security, and emergency response.

Faster upgrades reduce system downtime

A second focus is reducing the effort needed to deploy and maintain the software. Historically, enterprise upgrades required lengthy maintenance windows and full reinstallations. DJI now offers incremental upgrade packages.

Moving from version 1.6 to 1.7, customers can install only the components that have changed. DJI says the average incremental upgrade takes about 20 minutes, dramatically cutting downtime. The company notes this currently works only between adjacent versions; upgrades across multiple versions still require a full installation.

The update also brings several improvements for IT administrators:

• Automatic network segment conflict detection before installation.
• Faster configuration changes in the admin console.
• Improved recovery times after configuration updates.
• A more stable visual upgrade architecture.
• Standardized version numbering across management interfaces.
• Clearer access to installation packages via the Developer Console.
• Deployment documentation moved to searchable online formats.
• Removal of old installation packages (version 1.5 and older) for security, now available only through DJI support.

API expansion enables deeper enterprise integration

For developers and integrators, the API expansion may be the most significant change. DJI has grown the OpenAPI from 67 interfaces at launch to more than 300 endpoints in version 1.7.

The new APIs provide systematic coverage for key areas:

DJI has also separated public cloud and on-premises API documentation and introduced a unified framework intended to speed future expansions. This allows FlightHub 2 to be integrated more deeply into existing business systems like GIS platforms, asset management software, and custom dashboards.

Building on existing enterprise capabilities

The update builds on features from recent releases, including support for the O4 Ground Station. This device can extend communication range for individual flights by routing signals through strategically placed stations. It also enables viewing feeds from network cameras using ONVIF or GB/T 28181 protocols and can display aircraft detected by connected Remote ID and ADS-B receivers directly within FlightHub 2 for improved situational awareness.

DJI notes the On-Premises platform still differs from its public cloud version. Certain cloud-based services like live weather, SMS notifications, and some AI-powered cloud services remain exclusive to the hosted edition. Conversely, the On-Premises version offers advantages like deeper customization, local data ownership, support for custom integrations, MQTT Bridge, offline maps, and broader API access. For organizations running networks of DJI Docks, the update promises better scalability and shorter maintenance windows.