The type of capacitor that we generally use on a drone is generally quite big and bulky, by comparison to the rest of the electronics. If you have built a smaller quad, such as a 3 inch, or if you have worked on a frame that is tight for space, a…
The Best Way to Clean FPV Drone Motors (in 7 Simple Steps)
In this article you will learn how to clean your FPV drone motors in the most effective way. I have tried quite a number of methods for cleaning RC motors since I first began building models many years ago, and have found this method to be the easiest and most…
Kiss FC Not Connecting to GUI? Here’s 4 Possible Solutions
Are you connecting your Kiss FC to your computer and getting nothing… zilch… nada? Perhaps your Kiss FC is just staring back at you, with the LED illuminated, but no one is home? You are not alone! Despite the KISS principal of keeping it super simple, sometimes Kiss FC does…
How To Setup Betaflight Power Sensors & Why Is It Necessary?
If you need to calibrate your current or voltage sensors in Betalight, click here for no-BS(TM) step-by-step instructions. Or… maybe you prefer to learn-something-new-today(TM)? Did you know that Betaflight is often not capable of accurately measuring battery voltage and current consumption ‘out of the box?’ So why is it necessary…
Long Range FPV Setup: 5 Things To Know Before You Build
If you have been dreaming of long range FPV and you have finally decided to go for it, read these top tips before you start your build. When you start getting into long range FPV it becomes a whole different challenge. There are more things to consider than only your…
How Do You Reverse the Direction of a Motor on an FPV Drone?
If you have ever tried to fly a quad with a motor turning the wrong way, you will have found out pretty quickly that something was wrong… very wrong! It is very important that all of your motors are turning in the correct direction, otherwise your quad simply cannot fly.…
Are FPV Drones Hard to Fly? Beginners Should Know THIS
Flying an FPV drone has a spectrum of difficulty, depending on who you are and what your background might be. Do you have youth on your side? Do you play a lot of video games? Do you have experience with other RC models? Your circumstances can certainly give you an…
How to Improve Your FPV Video Quality In 5 Simple Steps
So you have been having problems with your FPV video quality? Don’t worry, it’s a common problem and the good news is that it is fairly easy to fix a majority of the issues! In this article we will walk through the process of checking and optimising a typical FPV…
The Liftoff FAQ: Is Liftoff Drone Simulator Worth it?
I would only advise that you practice FPV on a simulator like Liftoff IF you like saving a lot of money… Jokes aside, Liftoff is a fantastic simulator and in my own personal experience it continues to be an excellent tool for improving my flying skills. Windy or rainy weather…
Different Types of Quadcopter Drone: Is FPV Right For You?
So, you are thinking of getting your first drone? An excellent decision, quadcopters can enrich your life in so many different ways! But with all of the different types of drone on the market, how do you know which one is right for you? Where is the best place for…