Lesson 1Power systems: battery types, C-rating, wiring, voltage sag, and power distributionGet good at FPV power systems, covering LiPo and Li-ion batteries, C-rating, wiring, and how to share power. Learn to pick the right battery size, dodge voltage sag, build safe wiring setups, and keep parts safe from brownouts, shorts, and too much current.
LiPo vs Li‑ion chemistry, risks, and handlingCapacity, C‑rating, and current draw estimatesVoltage sag, IR, and log analysis in flightsXT60, wiring gauge, and soldering standardsPDB, BEC, and regulator layout best practicesLesson 2Peripheral hardware: VTX/VRX, antenna types, OSD, DVR/HD recorders, and SD card workflowsCheck out main FPV add-ons like VTX and VRX gear, antenna kinds, OSD, DVR, and SD card handling. Learn wiring, setup, and upkeep for solid recording, sharp video, and easy data sorting after flights.
VTX power levels, channels, and wiring layoutsVRX modules, diversity, and ground station setupsAntenna polarization, gain, and placement basicsOSD wiring, voltage sensing, and layout designDVR settings, SD card care, and file managementLesson 3FPV frame types, sizes, and trade-offs (5" freestyle/racing vs cine frames)Compare FPV frame types and sizes, from 5 inch freestyle and racing to cinewhoops and long-range setups. See how wheelbase, design, and materials impact toughness, tuning, noise, and load capacity for your flying goals.
Wheelbase, motor spacing, and prop size limitsFreestyle vs racing frame geometry and stiffnessCinewhoop ducts, guards, and camera isolationLong‑range and cruiser frame design prioritiesMounting stacks, arm design, and repairabilityLesson 4Analog vs digital video systems: latency, range, image quality, and use casesLook at analogue and digital FPV video by delay, distance, signal strength, and picture clearness. Match the right system to racing, freestyle, cinematic, or long-range flying, and plan upgrades that fit your pocket.
Analog video basics, channels, and modulationDigital HD systems, codecs, and link behaviorLatency measurement and racing implicationsRange, penetration, and environment factorsEcosystem costs, upgrades, and compatibilityLesson 5FPV goggles and ground station choices, latency implications, and spectator monitoring optionsCheck FPV goggles and ground stations for comfort, lens quality, and receiver choices. Get latency effects, recording and crowd viewing features, and build solid watching setups for pilots, spotters, and watchers.
Box vs slim goggles, optics, and IPD fittingReceiver modules, diversity, and power optionsHDMI input, DVR, and external display useLatency, resolution, and comfort trade‑offsSpectator screens, relays, and event setupsLesson 6Onboard camera selection and lens/FOV choices for racing vs cinematicLearn picking FPV cameras and lenses for racing and cinematic flights. Compare sensor sizes, delay, light range, and view angle, and see how lens picks change picture sharpness, speed feel, and framing in different spots.
Sensor size, resolution, and low‑light performanceLatency, WDR, and image processing trade‑offsLens focal length, FOV, and distortion choicesND filters, shutter control, and motion blurMounting, vibration isolation, and protectionLesson 7Radio transmitters and receivers: protocols (CRSF, SBUS, DSM), antenna placement, and redundancyUnderstand radio connections for FPV drones, including CRSF, SBUS, DSM, and new long-range types. Learn receiver wiring, antenna spots, and backup plans to cut failsafes and hold control in tough conditions.
CRSF, SBUS, DSM, and ELRS protocol overviewBinding, failsafe setup, and range testingReceiver wiring, power, and UART assignmentAntenna orientation, diversity, and mountingRedundant receivers and link health monitoringLesson 8Motors, ESCs, propellers: KV, thrust, efficiency, and durability considerationsStudy motors, ESCs, and props as one thrust setup. Learn KV, stator size, prop pitch links, ESC current limits, and balance efficiency, toughness, and quick response for racing, freestyle, and cinematic builds.
Motor KV, stator size, and torque behaviorESC current rating, firmware, and coolingProp diameter, pitch, and blade count effectsMatching motor, ESC, and prop to batteryDurability, crash tolerance, and spare planningLesson 9Flight controllers and firmware: Betaflight/INAV/Cleanflight basics and tuning rolesFind out how flight controllers and firmware shape drone behaviour. Compare Betaflight, INAV, and others, and learn sensor jobs, filtering, PID tuning, and setup ways for steady, quick flight.
MCU, gyro, and barometer hardware selectionBetaflight, INAV, and Ardu‑based stack overviewPorts, mixers, and channel mapping setupFilters, PID gains, and preset usageBlackbox logging and iterative tune changesLesson 10Required safety gear: failsafe beacons, kill switches, propellers guards, PPE, and toolkits for field repairsGo over key FPV safety gear and field tools. Learn setting beacons, kill switches, prop guards, PPE, and repair kits to cut injury risk, speed crash fixes, and keep drones flying fit all day.
Buzzers, GPS beacons, and recovery workflowsRadio kill switches and arming logic setupProp guards, ducts, and safe testing methodsPPE: eye, hand, and hearing protectionField repair kits, spares, and checklists
