First-Person View (FPV) drone flying has rapidly evolved from a niche hobby to a competitive sport and an exhilarating recreational activity. Enthusiasts around the world are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of FPV flying, showcasing impressive tricks, maneuvers, and breathtaking aerial footage. However, mastering the art of FPV flight…
So, you just built your first FPV racing drone and you want to get fast, but in order to do so, you need PRACTICE. LOTS and LOTS of practice. However, every time you get to the field, you don’t know what to do. There are a plethora of track elements that you have seen, and…
As cold weather encroaches, FPV pilots around the world flock to the simulators with the goal of keeping skills sharp, learning new tricks, and improving general racing/freestyle. While there are many simulators available, the best ones often cost money. However, one simulator, Flowstate, not only provides an excellent flight experience, but is also free! Flowstate…
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!
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.
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.
“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.
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?
Not all of us are blessed with time and space to set up a drone racing course every time we go out to practice. Some of us have limited practice obstacles such as gates and flags, while some of us lack time and space to build a course. The “four corners” FPV practice course can…
The eternal debate goes on, as to whether it is better to exclusively use your thumbs to control the radio sticks, or to use both your thumbs and pointer fingers for control over your radio. There are pros and cons to both ways, and in this article, I will be presenting both sides of the…