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PX4 Autopilot firmware firmware

current

Latest firmware: 1.17.0
Released: May 13, 2026
Category: Makers & open firmware
Last checked: Sep 14, 2026

How to update the PX4 Autopilot firmware

Read the release notes first — firmware changes can require re-doing your config or calibration.
Use the project's own installer where it has one: a web flasher over USB, or an over-the-air update in its web UI.
Otherwise build or download the binary for your exact board from the releases page — the wrong board file will not boot.
Keep the previous firmware image and your config backed up so you can roll back.

Always download firmware from the manufacturer or project itself. Firmwarely links out; it never hosts firmware.

What changed

## What's Changed PX4 v1.17 builds on [PX4 v1.16](https://docs.px4.io/main/en/releases/1.16), with the changes below landing since v1.16.2. This release adds [Altitude Cruise](https://docs.px4.io/main/en/flight_modes_mc/altitude_cruise) mode, improves Fixed Wing Takeoff behaviour on navigation loss…

Manufacturer release notes ↗

Version history

1.17.0

May 13, 2026

FAQ

How do I update the PX4 Autopilot firmware?

See the step-by-step above. Follow the project's release page for the flashing or OTA procedure. Many maker devices update from a web installer or the project's desktop app.

How does Firmwarely know when there's a new version?

Every night we read the manufacturer's official release page for the PX4 Autopilot firmware and record the version, date and changelog. If anything changed, subscribers watching this device get an email.

Is this an official PX4 page?

No. Firmwarely is independent. Device and brand names belong to their manufacturers; always download firmware from the official source.