With the emergence of drones as recreational racing tools, it’s no surprise that a sport has begun to emerge. The Drone Racing League uses high-powered drones, mounted cameras, and some virtual reality technology to create an experience that’s competitive for pilots and engaging for fans. As of now, approaching the end of 2017, the DRL is still relatively obscure, at least insofar as mainstream sports go. However, it may be a little bit more popular…
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Drone Zone: What Are The Benefits of Drones?
There is little doubt that the revolution in aerial vehicle technology in the form of drones – otherwise known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs) – is causing a re-think when it comes to public safety and security, especially in the uncertain world we live in. Whilst much attention is being given in the media to countering the threat posed by drones should they stray too close to sensitive sites like…
Read MoreThe Riot Pro 250R Review: The Fpv Rracer From Thrust UAV
The carbon fiber frame has been gel dipped in white to make it truly stand out on any track, and works very well with the LEDs and polycarbonate skirts. An advanced F4 flight controller specially engineered for the Riot, with a fully integrated PDB this makes changing or upgrading parts easy for even the newest of pilots. One of the most unique features about the Riot is the 52 integrated LED’S which are…
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Read MoreImpulseRC Speak Out About Clone Frames
We spoke to Sean Blakemore on the issue of clone frames and what impact do they have on the fpv frame industry Firstly what direct impact has the cloned frames had on the impulseRC Alien frame, has it effected sales of your frame? i am aware the Martian is currently made in china, and sold by several websites at between $30-$40, is the Alien frame made in china? It would be very hard to…
Read MoreLuke Bannister’s team, Tornado X-Blades Banni UK wins £174,000.at first World Drone Prix in Dubai.
Flying for the UK-based Tornado X-Blades team, Luke out-performed 150 global teams in Dubai to become the first World Drone Prix champion, bringing home (£175,000) in the process ( $250,000 ). 150 pilots battled through the week for just 32 spots in the finals, which were held last Friday and Saturday on a custom-built, outdoor track. “Luke was always a threat,” says Australian pilot Chad Nowak who won a major tournament in Sacramento, USA, last year…
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