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The Role of Simulators in FPV Training

How to Design an FPV Racing Practice Track in 5 minutes

May 20, 2021

So, you just built your first FPV racing drone and you want to get ... Read more

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Flowstate: One of the Best Simulators is…Free?

October 27, 2020

As cold weather encroaches, FPV pilots around the world flock to the simulators with ... Read more

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Drone Racing – The Eight Common Track Elements

August 21, 2020

In every drone racing track, there are a number of the different moves the pilot has to do going from gate to gate, flag to flag, in order to finish a lap. To beginners, this may look like just going through gates randomly, but when the track is broken down, there are actually many simple elements combined to create a giant course. Captain Vanover has said in this video that by just practicing elements separately, you can become a much faster racer. No more excuses for the people that only have a few gates!

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How to Crash like a Pro

July 29, 2020

Crashing is as big a part of FPV as flying and building, if not bigger. Each crash leads to improvement, and the bettering of your skills. As Mark Twain said, “Name the greatest of all inventors. Accident.” To improve, you have to push your limit, try new tricks, and attempt to get even cooler and more risky shots. As you push your limits, you will inevitably crash.

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Beyond FPV – Uses of UAV in Everyday Life

April 20, 2020

While many consider flying an FPV aircraft the greatest hobby in the world, (me among them!) what other uses does an UAV (Unmanned Flying Vehicle) have? What great and wonderful things can we do with these amazing aircraft? Let’s explore what people use them for in today’s world.

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Getting Your Ham Radio License

January 16, 2020

“Do I really need to get a Ham Radio license in order to fly FPV?” That question will inevitably go through every pilot’s mind at one point, and the simple answer is a big “YES!” A ham radio license is required in order to transmit on common FPV frequencies. I know, it may seem like a daunting task, requiring many hours of study and dedication, but getting licensed really isn’t as hard as it seems.

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Velocidrone: The Most Realistic FPV Simulator?

November 14, 2019

Velocidrone is an FPV simulator that has many promising features, such as multiplayer, track editor, real-life drones, and race tracks that match real-life specifications. With the minimum computer requirements being lower than most simulators, and a $20 price tag, is it the best simulator for those cold stormy nights?

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