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  1. Z

    How to start?

    Hi everyone, I am new in here and I would like to ask how should I start. I have done some research for now, willing to dive deeper and as a computer scientist I thought maybe starting with understanding the Flight Controllers (FCs) would be a good start; what do you think? If that's not a good...
  2. J

    First drone build - Unstable, keeps dropping

    The flight controller is flashed with Ardupilot, so I'm using Mission Planner for all configurations. The issue I'm having is that whenever I push the throttle to the center or above 50% the drone takes off. However, without me moving the throttle up or down, it keeps falling down after...
  3. S

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    this forum has been unhelpful. Delete this thread
  4. E

    Problems with my first diy quad

    Hello. It's my first time posting onto a forum a problem so I'm sorry if I don't express myself clearly enough. I've built my own quad with these parts: *FC -> RaceStar StarF3S 30 A: bit.ly/2D5Z1cm *Frame -> HSKRC TWE210mm frame: bit.ly/2VNkn5B *Mottors -> DYS Samuk Series Shu 2306 2250Kv...
  5. N

    Building a drone for Brother, input appreciated!

    Hey guys, I'm buying the parts to build a drone for my brother's birthday. I'm short on time and have thus not read much on how to build one, but I have put together some parts which I am 99% will fit together. I would love it if you guys could give me some input on whether or not this kit will...
  6. L

    First fpv drone

    Hello guys, i'm new here and I'll buy my first drone soon. I'm initially thinking between the XK X260 (FPV version) and the MJX Bugs3 (and lately install FPV on them, but it would take a while and it would be a little expensive). They are for the same price and it's the money that I saved. Can...
  7. Krak-A-Pat

    Looking for some Guidance

    So I'm hooked! Flew a DJI last night and started looking into racing drones. Found a site and started to piece together what I hope will be a good learner... Can someone tell me if I am missing something or need different pieces? My build so far ( haven't purchased yet) Body: QAV-Skitzo quad...
  8. Berkut

    Save 20% UDI U818A WiFi FPV Quadcopter

    Use this code: AEAFTYJ4 to get 20% Off DBPOWER UDI U818A WiFi FPV Quadcopter. The deal price: $95.99 (vs $119.99 original price). For your first drone, I highly recommend the UDI U818A. For your first drone, I highly recommend the UDI U818A. The UDI U818A is one of the best aerial photography...
  9. J

    Afew newbie questions

    Hello all! After several weeks of research, YouTube watching, review reading and forum scouring I finally decided to buy my first quadcopter. A Syma X5C-1. I received it in the mail 2 days ago, charged the battery and started flying (crashing). Unfortunately my extra batteries didn't arrive the...
  10. kazolito

    Searching my first DIY Drone (Quadcopter)

    Good morning to all, I'm looking for a DIY Drone to start my adventure in this amazing world. Yesterday I was searching on the Internet and I see a new "business" called BonaDrone (www.bonadrone.com), someone hears even about that? I think that it's a new company, dedicated to the world of DIY...
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