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The erin Burnett show just had a segment profiling drone flight up in North Dakota. They interviewed the head of FAA operations - and the footage was from their 1 (of 6) test sites. The reporting quickly pivoted to privacy issues - after stating the technology "is cool."

Hey folks. Today I have asked 2 different people where they are located in order to answer questions they had. Answers to specific questions sometimes depend on where you're located (FPV frequencies, "local dealers etc) - so plug that in to your profile. It helps everyone help you. If you...

Hey folks. Done a ton of searching here and Internet at large, but can't seem to find any definitive answer. I'm looking for an explanation of the best way to set up CG in relation to multirotors specifically, including the Z axis. A link would be fine, I'd just like something I can understand...

Hey folks, I have been doing my best to make sure my quad is as balanced as possible - before I get it into the air, so that any tweaks needed though trim/PID are minimal (hopefully!). I have read a bunch about the pros and cons of collet-style prop adapters, but it's what I have at the...

Hey folks, Since I finished my build (is it ever REALLY finished???) I have been waiting out the weather in the northeast for flying. I got one chance to fly over the holidays when I traveled south, but that was in a backyard just steps away from an AC power source. Other than that one...

Hey folks! In posting my experiences with my very first multirotor build, I was surprised by how many questions I got from people who are also just starting out in this hobby. During my attempt to understand multirotor concepts I found so much valuable info all across the Internet, but...

Hey folks, I have a product called Dri-Slide that I was wondering could be used for lubrication on the motors/bearings. It is in a liquid form to creep into small spaces that dries to a Moly film. It resists dust and debris which I think would be useful in this type of application. Is this...

Not an hour after reading a critique of collet style prop adapters, I decided to slap mine on a motor just to see them in action. At this point I'm hoping I'm just a colossal bonehead and that I have them on incorrectly. Otherwise it appears I would need another part not included in the motor...

Hey folks, Moving along with my first build using a Futaba R7008SB receiver, and I came across the warning in the Tx manual (oddly, it's missing in the actual Rx manual!!!) that the dual antennas should be kept at least 1/2" away from metal/carbon conductive material etc. I guess in hindsight...

I have been gearing up for my first build, and thought I might get a jump start by charging up my new Nano-Tech batteries (5000mah 35-70C 3S) with the Turnigy Accucel-6. I plan on changing the battery connectors to XT-60 on these batteries, but I am wondering about the stock connectors. It...

Diving headlong into the world of quads for the first time. After a ton of research, shopping on 48 web sites, 2 unanswered posts on 2 different forums for quality check opinions, I finally just decided to trust the info I'd found and eCalc, and go for it! Been waiting on the parts for what...

OK folks. Research ad nauseam. eCalc messed with extensively (still have the headache!). It looks like I am ready to put my proposed first build out there to see what I've done wrong and right, and what I've missed altogether.... FRAME: X650F FC: Witespy Multiwii EZ3.0 w/GPS ESC: Multistar...

In doing research for my very first quad build, I understand that the transmitter is possibly one investment that could be long-term, if you do your homework and dedicate a decent budget to it. I would love to buy a good TX that I can use for quite some time, regardless of where this hobby may...

Hey folks, New to the forum, and very new to RC. I rebuild vintage motorcycles and make custom parts up here in the wilds of Vermont. Just moved here from Brooklyn (lots more room for flying here). I'm decently handy, but never got into building these types of vehicles. Recently got...