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I just used a regular nut and cinched those down onto the nut actually holding the prop onto the motor. With both nuts cinched down, I have never had a loose prop or one fly off. You don't need a specific 'lock nut' but just a 2nd should do. Hope that helps.

Where can I get one of those cool 'Captain' hats? I totally need one when I am flying. Shows who the boss is...:highly_amused:

Keep an eye on your multi copters everyone. They just might turn on us now. :black_eyed: http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/17/us/drone-malfunction-duplicate-2/index.html?hpt=hp_t2

Great video!! I could just see my hex bouncing off all the trees/obstacles as it flew down. :black_eyed:

I would not think that idea is crazy at all. However, these are very complicated pieces of engineering. The hardware portion, accelerometers etc. are the simple part. The software is where the devil in the details is. If the hardware cannot provide the software precise and valuable...

Thanks for the information Joe. I have an Alware Streak frame, I know not top notch, with 14 inch props. Have most of the jello and vibration removed but I think the APC props are flexing quite a bit. I have some Xoar wooden props on the way and am hoping that will take care of a good portion...

Was wondering that same thing as I would not fly over or near anyone just for safety reasons. Here in Arizona, United States, luckily we have the middle of the day as it is very hot but most places, I can see that being a challenge. Not like they are going to close the golf course.

No, no, no. It is not a bug but a feature!! Keeps your flying much more exciting while you wait for your baby to come crashing to the ground! :highly_amused:

Heard of some issues with 5.26 and 5.24 but can't remember what the 5.26 items were. For 5.24, I had issues where I was getting the white flashing led lights letting me know the Wookong was having issues with vibration or some other issue. Did not change anything and rolled back to 5.22. It...

So, pretty cool footage but definitely overflight of people. Not to mention, with the amount of drugs there, some people probably thought aliens were invading. :shame: What are your thoughts? http://gizmodo.com/take-a-stunning-drones-eye-tour-of-burning-man-1278862158

Don't have FPV or telemetry setup on my hex and I had the same issue with 5.24. For my setup, I believe it has to do with the vibration. No issues with 5.22 but with 5.24, the Wookong is not happy. Very little vibration on my platform either.

Well, the article is now on the front page of CNN.com. Should be hearing from the FAA shortly. Glad to hear that the UK is more organized about the rules and regulations.

Has anyone been a member or dealt with the AMA, in regards to multi-rotor aircraft? I am curious as it would seem a group helping to push safety, professionalism and knowledge would do our group well. For pilots of actual aircraft, there is the AOPA (Aircraft Owner's and Pilot Association)...

I agree with you Chris, what is the selling point of this model besides the new name? I have actually been happy with my Wookong once I had everything tuned, balanced and definitely don't want to drop another grand, plus on a flight controller. By the way, I need to know what products from...

I was wondering about that large disturbance on the sun. Saw an article on Weather.com. Love that we have to worry about IMU's having issues, props breaking, ESC's going bad, transmitter signal being lost and now, sunspots. Sigh...

Nice to hear HeliRc! Looking to order the Predators soon. Where are you in Chandler? I will take a look at your site and glad to meet a local dealer here in AZ. There are a lot of people jealous of all of our flying days per year!!

Wow, just lurking on this post but Drew, hats off to you and your company's support. I don't think I have seen that level of support from any type of company for a long, long time. Looking at the Super X flight controller to replace my Wookong, possibly and you just might have convinced me. :-)

Wow, I am in aww. Been reading this post for a bit but finally watched the vid. That is truly impressive. I need to upgrade!!

I hate it when I miss something small like that. So much detail. Props, connections, screws, batteries, transmitter, wind, blah, blah, blah. Have to stay on your toes!!!

I do not believe the LED is mandatory. I upgraded but had some issues with the IMU apparently getting a bad signal. (Flashing white led light). I was still able to connect to the controller via the USB plug to change the gains etc. I could not get it to where the white LED flashing would go...