Smart FAD Economics

Mobile USV + Dumb FAD Profit Calculator

Anguilla Pilot

Parameters

USV Cost

$12000

$5k

$35k

Dumb FAD Cost

$500

Dumb FADs per USV

USV Lifespan

12 mo

FAD Lifespan

8 mo

Days Between Visits

Fish per Visit (lbs)

Fish Price ($/lb)

Operator Share

30%

Weekly Profit / Loss

$342

Weekly Revenue (30% share)

$514

Weekly Equipment Cost

-$172

Monthly profit

$1,482

All values are estimates. Actual results depend on fish aggregation, weather, and local regulations.