I sure love flying drones. I started flying a ‘camera drone’…mass-produced, for the masses. As such, the ‘rates’ of control were turned way down, to make it docile and ‘cinematography’ compatible. These Every-man drones have three basic modes: C or cinematography, P or position, and S or sport mode. Each mode has progressively higher rates,Continue reading “Humble(d) FPV Dreams”
Category Archives: Drone Racing and FPV
Drone Racing Classes and Criteria
In drone racing (as in auto racing and other types), the racing is divided into classes. According to Drone Racing Multi GP, classes are important to: 1) -level the playing field so one pilot doesn’t have an advantage over another by using more powerful equipment. This allows the pilot’s skill to win the race, notContinue reading “Drone Racing Classes and Criteria”
The Drone Battle League
The fairly recent advent of drones has evolved into many varied applications, from science and medicine, to mapping and agriculture, various commercial to a variety of simple recreational applications; camera/cinematography, exploration, and racing. All provide an enjoyable pastime and unparalleled entertainment. In addition to these applications, I propose yet another in the evolution of droneContinue reading “The Drone Battle League”
POV Flying: FPV, RPV, and More…
Flying R/C (Radio Controlled) aircraft used to mean one POV (Point of View) only was possible…Third Person View (TPV or 3PV). You stood there with your remote controller in your hands and ‘flew’ the aircraft you saw in the distance. That was the only way. Flying (by radio-control) in the ‘bad ole days’ used toContinue reading “POV Flying: FPV, RPV, and More…”
Drone FPV: Forbidden Point-of-View
Ever since humans could dream, and imagine how the world might look outside their narrow field-of-view (FOV), ever since people looked up at birds soaring overhead, they have wondered what it was like to fly. With the advent of UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) and FPV (First-Person View) technology, this dream has become a reality. Finally,Continue reading “Drone FPV: Forbidden Point-of-View”
Possession of Illegal Drones
I am not looking into a crystal ball right now, but as I ponder the FAA’s proposed rules on UAS Remote ID and Tracking (the last part always conveniently left out), I can see the future coming… The idea of people flying fast drones around, whipping in and out of buildings and around obstacles hasContinue reading “Possession of Illegal Drones”
A Brave New Drone World 