After 200 Repairs, These Are the FPV Build Mistakes We See Every Week

After 200 Repairs, These Are the FPV Build Mistakes We See Every Week

The FPV build mistakes we encounter most in our workshop, from cold solder joints to reversed motor wires. Covers soldering technique, motor direction checks, wiring...

May 09, 2026 4 min read
FPV Drone Prop Wash Explained: What Causes It and How to Tune It Out

FPV Drone Prop Wash Explained: What Causes It and How to Tune It Out

How to fix FPV drone prop wash wobble. Covers D-term tuning, dynamic notch filters, propeller selection, and frame stiffness. Practical tips from our workshop.

May 06, 2026 4 min read
FPV Drone Flipping on Takeoff: Motor Direction and Config Fixes

FPV Drone Flipping on Takeoff: Motor Direction and Config Fixes

Step-by-step guide to fix an FPV drone that flips on takeoff. Covers prop placement, motor direction, wire order, and ESC protocol. Common first-flight problems solved.

May 05, 2026 4 min read
FPV Motor Overheating: Troubleshooting Guide

FPV Motor Overheating: Troubleshooting Guide

FPV motors overheat from oversized props, worn bearings, or aggressive PID tuning. Learn the common causes and how to diagnose and fix hot motors on...

Mar 27, 2026 4 min read
FPV Drone Won't Arm: Troubleshooting Guide

FPV Drone Won't Arm: Troubleshooting Guide

Your FPV drone wont arm? This troubleshooting guide covers the most common reasons Betaflight and iNav block arming, from USB connections to receiver issues.

Mar 25, 2026 4 min read
ESC Faults: Diagnosing Overheating and Power Issues

ESC Faults: Diagnosing Overheating and Power Issues

Diagnose ESC problems in FPV drones: overheating, stuttering, beeping errors, and power failures. Covers firmware settings, MOSFET testing, and when to replace.

Mar 25, 2026 4 min read
FPV Motor Issues: Diagnostics and Solutions

FPV Motor Issues: Diagnostics and Solutions

Diagnose and fix common FPV motor problems including motors not spinning, desync at full throttle, stuttering, and uneven thrust. Covers ESC checks, propeller issues, and...

Mar 25, 2026 4 min read
FPV Video Signal Problems: Causes and Fixes

FPV Video Signal Problems: Causes and Fixes

Diagnose and fix common FPV video signal issues including static, no picture, interference, and signal breakup. Covers VTX settings, antenna problems, and frequency management.

Mar 25, 2026 4 min read