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Tactic DroneView 1080p HD Wi-Fi Camera

From Tactic: The DroneView 1080p makes it easy for everyone to shoot exciting First Person View video in full high-definition. This small, lightweight FPV camera is ideal for use with R/C models. Download the free DroneView app to make it First Person View-capable, and experience your videos and photos in real time! Features: Shoot 1080p […]

Yuneec Breeze Flying Selfie Camera

From Yuneec: Yuneec International, the world leader in electric aviation, today announced the availability of the Breeze, creating an all-new mass consumer category for the brand. The Breeze, the ultimate flying camera, is controlled via mobile device, has five easy-to-use flights modes and is able to seamlessly share to social media channels. The Breeze is […]

MaxAmps Lipo 1850mah 4s 14.8V Drone Racing Battery Pack

From MaxAmps.com: MaxAmps introduces a lower center of gravity battery option to compete in the drone racing market. The 1850mah 4s batteries have been engineered to reduce height and increase performance for racing drones. Using authentic 12awg Deans Ultra wire, the 1850mah battery pack can easily handle the large amp draw your quad demands. We […]

Awesome Aerial Videos – 14 Pro Tips

We’ve all seen the ads. You know, the ones that get you excited about owning a quadcopter and shooting your own aerial videos or pictures. They usually bear the logo of DJI, GoPro, Parrot, 3DR or some other drone/sports camera manufacturer. And the images look AMAZING. So you buy it. You try it at home. […]

Spektrum 4.3″ Video Monitor With Headset

From Spektrum: The Spektrum VM430C headset is an affordable FPV headset/monitor combo that is loaded with features. The VM430C uses a 5.8 GHz frequency with a built in receiver, displaying real-time FPV video from a FPV camera mounted in an aircraft or vehicle. View the monitor in the headset, or carry the screen around using […]

RISE RXD250 Racing Drone Setup [VIDEO]

From Hobbico: Drones and FPV setup get complex, we make them simple. You’re just six minutes away from full FPV flight with this video and the RXD250 racing drone. Visit Hobbico.com

Dromida XL Drone [VIDEO]

From Hobbico: This time, bigger really is better. The Dromida XL comes in two variants—UAV or FPV—both of which deliver big, high-performance fun, huge sky presence, and gigantic stunt ability. Check out the vid and see why the Dromida XL is the next big thing you’ve got to own. Visit Hobbico.com

Helimax Voltage 500 Setup Tips [VIDEO]

From Hobbico: There’s no building to be done, but the Voltage 500 needs some TLC before you can hit the air. Check out this step-by-step video to ensure your Voltage makes an impact in the sky, not on the ground. Visit Hobbico.com

HobbyKing FPV Racing 3.5m Air Cone

From HobbyKing: At last…the definitive solution to marking turn points for FPV race tracks! At 3.5 meters tall (11ft 6inches!) these brightly colored, robust yet lightweight towers will stand out from waaay back and made from super-tough polyester and nylon fabric they’re built to take any of the knocks normally expected at highly charged race […]

Regardless of your battery pack’s C-rating, job one is to safely charge your batteries. Ideally, you don’t want to be in a hurry, so use a 1C charge rate.

Battery Speak

What C-rating means and why it’s important Most rotordrones and quadcopters we’ll ever encounter will be powered by batteries, and more specifically, Lithium Polymer (LiPo) battery packs. It is always important to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for charging. One question that is often asked is: “What is a battery’s C-rating?” The short answer is that […]