Would FPV Help or Hinder Me?

jforkner

jforkner

Member
Background...
Three years ago I lost the vision in my right eye due to a freak accident. Prior to that, I did AP from an R/C airplane. With vision in only one eye, I have no depth perception which makes flying R/C planes difficult---basically I can't judge proximity to objects like trees, power-lines, etc. As a result, I quit flying until recently when I discovered the wonderful world of multicopters. I find the stability and ease of flying a multi within close-proximity to myself easier (and safer), so I'm getting back into the AP hobby.​


It occurs to me that FPV flying is basically a 2-dimensional visual endeavor (either via a ground-based monitor or goggles). In other words, it would seem my lack of depth perception would not be an issue when viewing the flight on a monitor or thru goggles.

Is this a correct perception? Do any of you experienced FPVers think flying with only vision in one eye would be doable? Any input or recommendations would be appreciated.

Thanks.


Jack
 

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ghaynes

Member
Jack

My opinion is go for it. I tried a couple of different lens types on my FPV camera from RMRC (They have three lens sizes and they are cheap). Tried each one and found that I liked the 2.8mm the best. Took my CS8 into the air, put in altitude and position hold close to a small bush and then checked the view through the goggles so that I could get a feel for how close I was to the object. Did the same thing with height then took off AH and landed. No depth perception needed.

The just a matter of flying....the best part.

Gary
 


kloner

kloner

Aerial DP
it is a blast. i've never tried closing one eye, but if your used to it, seems fpv wouldn't make it any harder.

I prefer a monitor
 


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