Drone Pilot Stainless Steel Water Bottle

On a long survey day I drink more water than I plan for, and I need it in something that won’t leak into the drone bag. This 17 oz (500 ml) bottle has double-wall vacuum insulation, a leak-proof screw cap and the Drone Pilot insignia on the side. It’s one of the items on my flight bag checklist.

Drone Pilot Stainless Steel Water Bottle

It keeps drinks hot or cold for up to 6 hours, so the same bottle works for coffee at a cold morning briefing and for cold water at a midday site. The cap is odourless, so it doesn’t hold on to flavours when you switch drinks.

Specs

• Capacity: 17 oz (500 ml)
• Double-wall, vacuum-insulated stainless steel
• Keeps hot or cold drinks at temperature for up to 6 hours
• Odourless, leak-proof screw cap
• Dimensions: 10.5″ × 2.85″ (27 × 7 cm), bowling pin shape
• Patented ORCA coating that resists scratches and fading
• Colors: White, Black
• Hand-wash only
• Sourced from suppliers in China
• Meets the lead, cadmium, heavy metal, aromatic amines and BPA level requirements
• EU warranty: 2 years. Intended for adults

Size and cup holder fit

At 27 × 7 cm it fits most standard car cup holders, and it fits in a backpack or gym bag without trouble. If you’re carrying gear on foot to a launch point, my hike prep gear guide explains how I pack. The mugs and bottles are all in the drinkware collection.

Can it go in the dishwasher?

No. Wash it by hand so the coating and colour last. Empty and rinse it every day too, because water left inside for more than 24 hours can become unhygienic and start to smell.