Getting Into FPV Drone Racing: Gear, Technique and First Steps

FPV (First Person View) drone racing has become one of the most exciting tech sports of recent years. These small quadcopters can exceed 150 km/h and give their pilots a unique flying experience.

The gear you need

To get started you need a 5-inch racing drone, FPV goggles, a radio with at least 6 channels, 4S–6S LiPo batteries and a good charger.

Start on a simulator

Before investing in a real drone, practise for at least 20 hours on an FPV simulator such as Velocidrone, Liftoff or DRL Simulator. Learning acro mode is far cheaper on a simulator.

Choosing a first drone

Small whoop-class drones are great for indoor practice. When you move outdoors, start with a ready-to-fly (BNF) 5-inch model. Building your own drone is the next step, and our FPV Training Kit is designed for it.

Safety and regulations

Always fly FPV with a spotter. Check SHGM registration and flight permission requirements, and fly in designated areas away from crowds.