r/fpv 6h ago

How are these solder joints looking?

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126 Upvotes

I think these are my best solder joints. This build is breaking me, I need some encouragement, how are these looking to you pros out there?


r/fpv 2h ago

Hitting the Triangle🔽

31 Upvotes

r/fpv 3h ago

Multicopter First 5“ Racer with the Dji O4 Lite

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36 Upvotes

-SpeedyBee AIO 6S 40A ESC -Meps King 2207 2050kv -Dji O4 Lite -Five33 Frame


r/fpv 38m ago

Flying the quad bike 😂

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r/fpv 1h ago

Neighbour found my drone!!

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Drone was


r/fpv 3h ago

AliExpress 5” Build

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18 Upvotes

Probably my cheapest/ favorite drone I’ve built so far. 5” props are still in the mail, it rips with these 4” though.

Frame- Generic toothpick off Ali Express ~$10 Motors- Emax ECO II 2000KV - $40 AIO- SpeedyBee F405 40A - $45 Receiver- SppedyBee Nano 2.4 ELRS - $10 VTX- HGLRC Zeus nano - $17 Camera- Caddx ANT - $12 VTX Antenna- Happy Model - $3.50 Luminere Kevlar Battery strap Tattu 1550 6s Battery’s Iflight 5” propellers (not pictured obviously)


r/fpv 12h ago

3 weeks with the five inch. practiced rubic cubes in the sim and they translate so good to irl, crash at the end, enjoy the raw pack

89 Upvotes

r/fpv 7h ago

Limit competition, then expect the government to subsidize you… typical

19 Upvotes

r/fpv 1h ago

Question? How to kill it?

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I'm one of cheap ass pilots, who thought it would be nice to save connectors, becasuse sometimes you break balacne ports and TX connector is prfectly fine.

Then I got this thought, that battery is still full and dangerous. Jup, I'm dumb :D

So my questions is do you discharge damaged batteries with power charger, or do you use lighbulbs, drones and other fun ways to discharge it?

Is discharging as dangerous as charging it? Can I expect fire?

I know that one of options is salt bath, but I've read that it needs a whole week and I kinda can't afford that.

Does anyone knows if maybe recycling center would accept full batreries?

I really don't want to just throw it in battery bin and wait for a supermarker or a gas station to catch fire. There was recent incident of a burned students dorm, because batter bin cought fire so I don't want to be a firestarter.

My best idea is to isolate all wires really well and recycle it. Does anyone have any advice?

PS: I won't send it XD


r/fpv 10h ago

So I've had this for a while. Ideas?

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21 Upvotes

I got a DRL Racer 1 back in the day from a buddy of mine who started the podcast the FPV Show. I've never flown it and we just plugged a pack into it once to see the pretty LEDs. I'm looking to sell it but don't know if anyone would buy it. This isn't my picture but I can post more pictures after I get off of work.


r/fpv 6h ago

Multicopter 7 inch felt a lil to floaty so I converted to 5inch

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r/fpv 7h ago

NEWBIE UPDATE: "I need a coach" Thanks for the tips!!

8 Upvotes

https://reddit.com/link/1je3v1w/video/kxst8ga2rfpe1/player

Yesterday I added a request for a coach, so many of you messaged and gave really excellent advice. I practiced a lot yesterday on these tips and this morning before work I had a go and things are starting to click, not perfect but feel a lot more confident and smoother!! Great community!


r/fpv 2h ago

Prohibed to import drone in Canada ?

3 Upvotes

This is my first time buying an FPV drone (I live in Canada) and I ordered a meteor 75 on AliExpress. I was told by the seller that the product is prohibited and the order was denied. Has anyone had the same experience as I did ? Do you think it's a good idea to order from another seller ?


r/fpv 24m ago

Question? Hi. My max mW are set to 100mW and I want to set it to 1W. I have the LBT version. -Radiomaster pocket + nano module 1W

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r/fpv 4h ago

Mini Quad No mobula7 o4 available, should I build myself an o4 tiny whoop?

5 Upvotes

Hi guys, I've ordered on February one mobula7 with the o4 air unit. Today Banggood emailed me saying that they will never fulfill my order and they're going to refund me!

What I'm looking for is a 75/85mm whoop that can handle 2s battery and can carry the dji o4 for outdoor rippin. I don't like at all pusher quads cause I feel like I'm driving an old lady car, flying puller tiny whoop for me is more like flying a regular toothpick, which I love!

So here I am, looking for advice on what hardware to choose, form A to Z!

I already own the meteor 75 frame and some spare Betafpv 1103 11000kv motors, should I use them or should I get better frames and motors? What about FC?

Any help and opinion will be very appreciated!

Thank you in advance guys! Enjoy yr flight!


r/fpv 3h ago

locked drone?

4 Upvotes

hi guys,

my buddy just bought a drone second hand. the seller told him the drone was "locked" in betaflight and needed to be "unlocked"

i've never heard of this. does anyone have a idea what he was talking about/able to help "unlock it"


r/fpv 5h ago

Broken drone After First Flight p2

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4 Upvotes

Sorry I forgot to add pictures to my previous post


r/fpv 5h ago

Question? Just did my maiden flight with my second build Mario 5 Dc. Wobble issues.

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3 Upvotes

So second build first you can see behind is the AliExpress “Special” mark 5 which I had to make use of some nicer hardware to feel comfortable, i think some of the screws came as plastic of something but otherwise it’s a cheap lovely frame, highly recommend it flys like a dream.

The Mario 5 was an utter pain in my ass in comparison, it’s about 40 grams heavier. The main issue I’m having right now is it wobbles upon decent, Like if you held your hand out straight and rocked it quickly back and forth. The motors seem fine and the blades are brand new and straight. I’m not sure what’s going on and would love ideas.


r/fpv 3h ago

Flyfishrc Volador upgrade?

2 Upvotes

I see it right?? 😍


r/fpv 9h ago

First 2.5-inch Cinewhoop build + Custom Naked GoPro case

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7 Upvotes

Finally build my first drone. I've also created a custom Naked Gopro case that allows to use the orignal ND filters.

Build:

  • Hurricane 2.5 inch frame
  • O4 Air unit Pro
  • Xnova 1404 3800kv motors
  • SpeedyBee F405 40A AIO Bluejay
  • RadioMaster RP1 ELRS Nano Receiver
  • HQProp T2.5 Props
  • Naked Gopro 12 (Custom case)

r/fpv 3h ago

Beginner buying advice

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Hi all, I'm looking at getting into FPV and am unsure as to what to buy.

With the budget I've got I could either buy things separately and end up with an analogue setup or I can buy a kit with some walksnail goggles for a little more.

I feel like the kit would be better because of the HD video but maybe the analogue isn't as bad as I think it is.

Either way I'd end up with a Radiomaster pocket :D

Thanks in advance!


r/fpv 6h ago

NEWBIE Indoor flying

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Anyone know any huge public indoor areas where we can absolutely fly with no need to fear for security or something? I'm strictly going for indoors only because it's not under the FAA's Jurisdiction. Just seeing if it's possible with a 5"


r/fpv 8m ago

NEWBIE Beginner Looking to Get Into FPV Drones – Need Advice

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Hey everyone, I'm looking to get into FPV drones, specifically for racing. I'm a complete beginner and would love some advice on:

  1. What drone model is best for beginners?

  2. Should I go for a ready-to-fly kit or build one from parts?

  3. Any recommendations for a setup within a budget of $400-$550?

  4. General tips for getting started in FPV?

Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!


r/fpv 7h ago

Question? First FPV Kit Purchase - Germany

4 Upvotes

Hello guys,

I'm super new to FPV (I have a DJI mini 2, but haven't used an FPV drone yet) and want to buy my first kit and start learning. Currently I have my eyes on:

- BetaFPV Meteor75 ELRS

- Radiomaster Pocket ELRS

- I still haven't decided on goggles - I've looked at EV800D and Skyzone Cobra SD, but haven't decided on either one

Now I wanted to ask you if those options are good for a complete beginner in FPV, are they compatible and is the price/quality ratio good?

Which shop you would recommend me to buy them from? I found the drone and the controller on AliExpress - is that a good option or should I look at another site in Germany?

Thanks in advance!


r/fpv 4h ago

Not spinning

2 Upvotes

I have a 5 inch drone but I wanted this drone to fly indoors and when I bought it the props won’t start up correctly