Dwight Neptune never dreamed his interest in electrical engineering would morph into founding a drone company – especially not by the age of 18. Yet there’s where Neptune, now 22, finds himself – as CEO of Beagle Drones, a New Jersey startup specializing in FPV racing drone kits. “I wanted to build something that people enjoy and saw FPV as the entryway to building really … [Read more...] about From Dropout to CEO: 22-year-old Leads Beagle Drones
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Drone Champions League Flies Manned Aerobatic Drone Through the Hoops (You Can Too – Virtually)
If you've ever fantasized about flying your own racing drone through the obstacles to glory - get ready to be totally addicted. The Drone Champions League (DCL), the world’s largest live drone racing league, will release their first online drone game, DCL - The Game, on February 18. In preparation, they've made the fantasy real: withe launch of the first aerobatic manned … [Read more...] about Drone Champions League Flies Manned Aerobatic Drone Through the Hoops (You Can Too – Virtually)
DJI’s FPV Drone Racing Gear Has Landed
Well that was quick. DJI's latest product release has flown in under the radar and caught us a little off guard. We reported last week that the Chinese manufacturer had filed documents outlining its FPV plans with the FCC. And those plans have come to fruition sooner than we expected: today. DJI has launched its Digital FPV System. Here's everything you need to … [Read more...] about DJI’s FPV Drone Racing Gear Has Landed
Is DJI Working on an FPV Racing Drone?
Getting into FPV racing has traditionally come with more barriers than everyday aerial photography. Off the shelf models are available, but they don't come close to the DIY kits that require a bit more patience, know-how and effort to put together. Three documents filed with the FCC suggest that DJI is about to step into the FPV market in a move that could genuinely take FPV … [Read more...] about Is DJI Working on an FPV Racing Drone?
Parrot Joins the Black Friday Party With Anafi Discounts
French drone manufacturer Parrot has joined in the Black Friday party with some big discounts on its drone range, which includes the Bebop 2 FPV, the tiny Mambo and the recently released Anafi. Drone buyers in the UK, the U.S. and beyond can get close to 50% off some models. Parrot's Black Friday sale runs from November 14th to 26th, so that's a pretty short time period … [Read more...] about Parrot Joins the Black Friday Party With Anafi Discounts
