ArduPilot: Full-featured, reliable, open source autopilot software that supports a wide range of vehicles

ArduPilot is the most advanced, full-featured and reliable open source autopilot software available. It was developed by a team of engineers and computer scientists of various disciplines who have been developing the product for over 5 years. It is the only autopilot software that can control almost every vehicle system imaginable, from traditional aircraft, multirotors and helicopters to boats and even submarines. It is now being expanded to include support for emerging vehicle types. With over 1,000,000 vehicles installed worldwide and equipped with advanced data logging, analysis and simulation tools, Ardupilot is the most thoroughly tested and validated autopilot software. The open source code base means that it is constantly evolving rapidly, always at the forefront of technology development. With many peripheral vendors creating interfaces, users benefit from a broad ecosystem of sensors, supporting computers and communication systems. Finally, because the source code is open, it can be audited to ensure compliance with security and confidentiality requirements.