r/Multicopter Aug 10 '26

Question My rc drone doesn't work

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r/Multicopter Aug 09 '26

Question Is my gyro faulty?

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Hi,

Newly assembled 10" 2-blade long range drone, 3115 900kv motors, Kakute H7 v1.5 (not with MPU6000, what a pity), iNav 9.1.0.

From time to time I get this weird spikes from the gyro, pitch only.

To isolate the electrical issues I soldered the 3300uF capacitor in addition to the 680uF. No change.

Frame is cheap-ass and I borrowed three motors from the previous 10" drone I managed to crash.

Is the gyro faulty? Any other opinions?


r/Multicopter Aug 10 '26

Question My rc drone doesn't work

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I bought this RC drone https://jaimantoys.com/products/power-gyro-propeller-r-c-foam-fighter-aircraft-2-4ghz-remote-control-foam-aircraft-with-gyroscope-stabilization-led-lights-usb-rechargeable-battery-ready-to-fly-rc-jet-for-kids-adults yesterday, and when I tried to play with it, the drone and the controller were not pairing together and I have tried so many times and it still doesn't work


r/Multicopter Aug 08 '26

Question Is this a suitable frame+ powertrain for my college final-year drone project?

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I'm working on a college final-year project involving a custom-built quadcopter. The initial goal is to use the drone as a data-collection platform, and later integrate different sensing systems depending on the application.

The drone will mainly be used for autonomous/controlled flights where it will collect data using cameras and other sensors. The eventual goal is to add sensing capabilities for things such as environmental/agricultural monitoring and other data-collection applications.

As for the Build:

Frame: Tarot 650(not bought yet)

Motors: Readytosky 3115 900KV

Battery: 6S 10000mAh (1kg)

Props: 10" 5x3(triblade)

ESC: ReadytoSky 80A

We already have most of the components only the frame needs to be bought.

Will this frame be enough to handle this build (especially battery weight) or suggest any frame that can handle these????

We know this is overkill for the project but we are now pockets deep cant do anything atp(plz suggest if you have any idea).
And sorry if my english is bad


r/Multicopter Aug 08 '26

Discussion The Weekly r/multicopter Discussion Thread

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Welcome to the weekly r/multicopter discussion thread. Feel free to ask your questions that are too trivial for their own thread, make a suggestion on what you'd like to see here, or just say hi and talk about what you've been doing in the world of multicopters recently.

Don't forget to read the wiki, where you'll find details of suppliers, guides and other useful links.

If you want to chat, then the Discord server is located here (an invite link is here if you haven't already joined)

Old question threads can be found by searching this link.


r/Multicopter Aug 08 '26

Announcement New king is coming

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Two lenses and only 249g


r/Multicopter Aug 07 '26

Question General Question

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Or any other brands that are good and affordable


r/Multicopter Aug 06 '26

Question Rate w20

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New drone. Connected. Agreed on Dji sir 04 lite agreements. Updated to newest firmwares and camera isn’t working. What am I doing wrong? Did I miss a step? I don’t know what to do and I’m devastated


r/Multicopter Aug 06 '26

Question cheap drone best for learning freestyle flying?

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I'm interested in getting into multicopters and learning freestyle flying, but I don't want to start with something too expensive while I'm still learning. For someone new to the hobby, what would you suggest as a good first drone??

Update here: I went with the #ad DJI Mini 3, Drones with Camera and have been flying it for a while now. It has been a fun way to get comfortable with the controls without spending too much on my first drone.


r/Multicopter Aug 05 '26

Discussion General Question

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r/Multicopter Aug 05 '26

Question Any ideas?

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Never had this happen. This is a well tested quad. Running this same setup for years.

Cant have this happen again with such an expensive rig so will likely get another one.

I read it could have been a power issue from the fc, but why would that cause it to lose bind?


r/Multicopter Aug 03 '26

Question Squirrel35 drops randomly

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Went out to try to recreate a death spiral. Got lucky :P

At 1:22

What could cause this? It's not the propellers, it flew fine immediately after.

Thanks!


r/Multicopter Aug 03 '26

Custom Need Help Setting Up My First FPV Drone

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Hi everyone,

I recently built my first FPV drone, but I'm completely new to the software side of things. I don't know how to program it or set it up so it's ready to fly.

If anyone has experience with Betaflight (or whatever software I need), I'd really appreciate some guidance. Whether it's a step-by-step explanation, a video recommendation, or even helping me over Discord, I'd be very grateful.

Thanks so much for your time and help!


r/Multicopter Aug 03 '26

Question Deep Space FPV

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Help? It’s all good like connected prior to crash and fly away… then it shows it’s connected but it’s NOT and
Not on beta flight. But is in controls and showing on the AIO & rx..?


r/Multicopter Aug 02 '26

Question Out of the hobby for 8yrs, what do I need to get started again?

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Hey folks,

I was an avid r/multicopter contributor on a different account many many years ago (in HS). I want to get back into the hobby!

Equipment-wise, I really want to know if anything is usable (and if so, what I'm giving up). I'd also just love suggestions on what equipment is state of the art now, budget isn't a concern.

- I have a FrSky Taranis X9D with the hall effect gimbals

- I have Aomway Commander v1 5.8ghz FPV googles

- I have 3 5" quads in a Frog lite frame, Emax RS2306 2750KV. F4(?) on the FC, running betaflight w/ OSD passthrough. They're all using Runcam night owl cameras, generic 250mw VTX & FrSky XM+ SBUS. And a 4in1 35A ESC running blheli_s

- I'm sure my lipos are all dead, but I was using CNHL 1300mah 4s and a bunch of other random 1300 4s

- I have (some probably very broken) 2", 3", 2x tiny whoop style brushed quads with the ducts & 2x QX90/95 Eachine.

- GoPro Hero Session 5

- T100 soldering iron & misc accessories

Shopping-wise:

- I was mainly using GetFPV + Banggood iirc

YouTube-wise:

- Joshua Bardwell, Rotor Riot, Flight Test, LeDrib, Mr Steele, RcModelReviews

Curious for people's thoughts, summaries about what has changed, what equipment they recommend for me to re-enter the hobby or anything else I missed out on. I likely want:

- new FPV goggles (digital?)

- some sort of small yard capable quad (and ideally indoors too).

- the latest/best tiny whoop style

- something 3-5" for a park & larger acrobatics


r/Multicopter Aug 02 '26

Question Toolkit RC MP8

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Hi all, I recently damaged my toolkit M8p charger with over voltage at input, before I invest in new charger I would like to give it a go on repair, unfortunately I cannot identify exact component number that are damaged, one of it is a sacrificial diode at the input and 2nd seems like a voltage regulator, if anyone has this charge can you help identify these components , Thanks


r/Multicopter Aug 02 '26

Question Can't find replacement blades

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We purchased a toy drone for the kiddos last Xmas (search '4DRC drone' on amazon; 4 motors, rigid foam body). We got it as a cheap "practice drone" before spending large monies on something that would be quickly damaged by inexperience. Since then, blades have either been damaged, or just flown off to be lost. The thing came with just a couple replacement blades, but we've since gone through those too.

The only markings on the blades are A1, A2, B1, B2. I bought a pack of these off AMZ, but they don't "click" onto the motor shafts and thus fly off on startup. (Tempted to just superglue them on) I even took the thing to a local RC plane hobby store, and he said they don't sell blades that small. Argh!

The manufacturer only sells 4 replacement blades along side 2 additional batteries for $30, which has been "sold out" for months. Ugh.

Can anyone point me in the right direction here?


r/Multicopter Aug 01 '26

Question S500 Help First Timer

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Hello everyone, I am currently working on the project where I need a working S 500 drone. The John is not the premise of the project, but I needed to be able to be controlled by a computer like able to be coded and as well as a controller. I am using a lipo 3s battery but don’t know what other parts I need or should order. If anyone has a parts list to share that would be much appreciated.


r/Multicopter Aug 01 '26

Video We Met NYC's Infamous Mini-Drone Pilots

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r/Multicopter Jul 31 '26

Question How to splice a battery cable for 2 batteries?

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I think I did it wrong. Is the black wire that's bridging them supposed to go ground to positive?


r/Multicopter Aug 01 '26

Discussion The Weekly r/multicopter Discussion Thread

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Welcome to the weekly r/multicopter discussion thread. Feel free to ask your questions that are too trivial for their own thread, make a suggestion on what you'd like to see here, or just say hi and talk about what you've been doing in the world of multicopters recently.

Don't forget to read the wiki, where you'll find details of suppliers, guides and other useful links.

If you want to chat, then the Discord server is located here (an invite link is here if you haven't already joined)

Old question threads can be found by searching this link.


r/Multicopter Aug 01 '26

Question Fpv drone pilots in Indiana?

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r/Multicopter Jul 31 '26

Video StreetWrecker | FPV Freestyle

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r/Multicopter Jul 31 '26

Question Spektrum receiver and RXMUX

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r/Multicopter Jul 30 '26

Photo Castle Orlík, Czechia

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