Build Guides

Full step-by-step drone builds: soldering, wiring, first power-up and maiden flight.

What an Arduino drone can and can't do, and a simple learning build that teaches sensors, PWM and control loops.

4 min read

Build an efficient 7-inch long-range quad with GPS rescue, Li-ion packs and a long-range radio link, step by step.

4 min read

Configure Betaflight step by step: ports, receiver, modes, motor direction, failsafe and the presets that get you flying fast.

4 min read

Build a ducted 3-inch cinewhoop that carries an action camera: parts, duct setup, filtering for smooth footage and tuning.

4 min read

The exact checks to run before plugging in a battery for the first time: continuity, smoke stopper, voltage and props-off tests.

3 min read

Build a 65mm or 75mm tiny whoop for safe indoor flying: parts, AIO board setup, motor plugs, Betaflight and first-flight tips.

4 min read

Six motors for more lift and motor-out redundancy. Frame choice, wiring, ArduPilot configuration and payload balance.

3 min read

A complete 5-inch FPV build: parts list, frame assembly, soldering the stack, motor direction, Betaflight setup and your maiden flight.

5 min read

Build a stable survey drone that flies grid missions and captures overlapping photos for maps and 3D models.

4 min read

Build a 450mm GPS quadcopter on a Pixhawk-class controller: wiring, ArduPilot setup, calibration, failsafes and auto missions.

4 min read