Skystars Bolt5 (Foxeer Caesar) racing drone frame
Racing frames like the Skystars Bolt5 or Foxeer Caesar prioritize light weight and aerodynamic efficiency for maximum speed and maneuverability. Their geometry is optimized to have the smallest friction in the air, and the battery is mounted underneath the frame to obtain the optimal center of gravity (COG).
My review refers to the SkyStars-RC Bolt5 frame kit, but as the...
Amax F5L frame and Performante 2306 motors
The Amax F5, designed in Germany, is a popular FPV frame aimed for freestyle. This review will look closely at the "L" version, optimized for long-range flights. The Amax F5L can be equipped with both analog and digital FPV systems. It can accommodate 16, 19, and 20mm FPV cameras.
Freestyle FPV drone frames are designed specifically for freestyle flying, which...
HGLRC Rekon10 PRO Long-Range FPV drone frame kit
The HGLRC Rekon 10 Pro LR is an absolute beast designed for the most challenging long-range missions. The weight and momentum of a 10” quadcopter give it stunningly high cruising speeds and wind resistance for high-altitude mountain dives. Equipped with powerful 31xx/32xx brushless motors, 10" propellers, and 60A ESC, the Rekon10 drone can fly in windy seaside with no...
FlyFish-RC Volador VD5 review: Frame kit for O3 Air Unit
Our FlyFish-RC Volador VD5 review covers building instructions, user experience, and flight performance. With the release of the new DJI Air Unit O3, FPV hobbyists started to look for compatible frames. FlyFish-RC has four suitable frames, two 5" (True-X and Dead Cat) and two 6" (True-X and Dead Cat). I opted for the deadcat-style configuration because there are no...
Foxeer Foxwhoop 25: From frame kit to flying CineWhoop
The Foxwhoop25 is advertised with the 'Unbreakable drone' headline. Foxeer even promises a lifetime warranty for the protection guard. Some dude on YouTube did a car-crushing test. Being strong and slightly flexible at the same time passed the torture. Of course, this does not mean, that if you fly at full speed in a concrete wall nothing bad will...
WAY-TEC SPIDER 200mm: Super strong frame & powerful motors
When it comes to FPV racing drones, besides speed & agility, impact resistance is also very important. The WAY-TEC SPIDER features new crash-proof design with reinforced side arms.
Based on the versatile OMVT F4 flight controller, the WAY-TEC SPIDER can be configured with multiple flight modes. While newbies can opt for Angle mode, expert pilots can have fun with Acro mode. By default,...
Holybro Kopis 1 FPV quad: Durable 5 mm carbon fiber frame
Kopis 1 is a high-performance and ultra-durable FPV racing quadcopter from Holybro. Its low-profile design allows centralized weight which means excellent stability. Holybro Kopis 1 features a "Stretched-X" motor layout, highly adopted by professional racing drones. This approach eliminates the influence ("dirty air") of the rear propellers over the front blades.
Build around the Holybro Kakute F4 all-in-on flight controller, the...