Drones have totally changed the way
youngsters have fun nowadays. They are not interested in cars or bikes anymore.
All they want is to have a high-tech powerful drone, learn its various controls
including basic functions and advanced maneuvering techniques and then take
part in drone racing to test their skills against so many other pilots’
abilities at this art. It is recommended to first gain knowledge on how to
participate in such a contest, what the pre-requisites are and what to expect
when you finally arrive at the racing site and start flying your aerial
machine.
FPV Systems
If you haven’t already seen a drone
racing contest, you might be wondering how it actually takes place. Of course
you cannot follow your drone all around the fixed course to keep it in your
line-of-sight. Then how do you monitor its location, change directions or
altitude, and find out where you stand in the race? Well, drone racing takes
place through FPV or First Person View systems. This kind of drone handling is
also known as FPV flying because the person who is flying a drone sees it
through a screen as if he is actually sitting inside the drone. Exciting, isn’t
it?
Well, that’s exactly what makes this
sport even more enjoyable and worth being a part of. Since the sport of drone
racing is increasing in popularity all over the world, the latest drones come
equipped with specialized goggles that allow the user to experience the entire
flight through his or her eyes.
A Racing Drone
The first thing to do before you
actually are a part of such a sporting event is to buy a racing drone. You
might already have guessed that not all drones qualify for drone racing. These specialized
aerial machines are also known as multi-rotor drones; they move faster than
normal drones and are also much more stable. They are also smaller than a drone
made for some other purpose such as surveillance, mapping or data acquisition.
There is a standard on size when it comes to a racing drone because it has to
move in various kinds of situations, overtake other machines flying nearby and overcome
obstacles.
Features to Consider in Your Racing Drone
Although there is not a limitation
on the model or make of the drone you bring to the contest, it is a good idea
to see what other racers are using so that you can also get a suitable machine
for this purpose. Here are some of the features you should consider when
shopping for a racing drone:
Speed: Anything that
participates in a racing contest needs to be fast and agile. What good is an
extremely sophisticated machine with all the latest features and a
high-resolution camera, which is not fast? A rule of thumb is to get a drone
that can easily go over 35mph and in some situations even cross 50mph speed. To
realize this level of speed, you are also going to need powerful batteries and
higher voltages than normal drones.
FPV Camera: Don’t forget
to buy a model that comes equipped with a FPV camera and this is clearly
mentioned in the specifications when you check out various models of drones.
The position of the camera is also important in drone racing because you want
to see what lies ahead when your drone is tilted forward.
Flight Controller:
Just keep in mind that without a good flight controller you are never going to
win a drone racing contest. Why? Because such a controller comes with firmware
that makes a drone flight smooth and stable. Many novice pilots can easily
overlook this feature but this is one tip you’re going to receive from every
drone racer who has had a good experience in the field.
Longevity and Insurance: Powerful
drones do not come cheap, so you need to get your racing drone insured before
taking part in a contest. This is because in a racing event, crash episodes,
damages, and collisions are quite common. If your drone isn’t repairable, you
are going to lose a good amount of money.
Flying a Racing Drone
Once you get your hands on a racing
drone, you first need to learn its controls. Basic controls are required for a
normal, just-for-fun flight, but when you are taking part in a race with
world-class drone pilots as your competitors, you need to master some advanced
level skills as well. Fine tuning your drone to keep it stable when taking off
and flying in mid-air is also a very important step. How to change the altitude,
how to fly through the trees and how to avoid obstacles or even collide with
small objects during flight and getting back on the track again are some of the
things you need to learn.
FPV flying is much more than just going
faster than other drones participating in the race. It’s about the feeling, the
thrill and the excitement that comes with flying successfully right from the
beginning till end.
With a racing drone in your hand,
it’s not necessary that you always have to take part in a racing contest to
enjoy it. You can also try freestyle drone flying just to get that same
feeling, which usually comes as a result of drone racing. In fact, it is
recommended that you first experiment with all the controls at home and once
you have complete confidence over your skills at drone flying should you take
part in a racing tournament. Try experimenting with speed more than 50mph to
see how your drone reacts. Also, test various other functions and combine them
to have more fun and excitement.
If you want to be a part of this
entire thrill and pure excitement, simply buy a racing drone and first master
the art of drone flying through online courses and training videos. After that
enroll into one of the drone racing tournaments and practice till you meet the
world-class top drone pilots in a contest and beat them with your extraordinary
skills!
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