FPV drone flying experience is one of a kind, but it usually doesn’t come without its fair share of crashes and machine failures. However, fixing your drones after minor crashes or dysfunctions is quite easy. With some basic tools and techniques, you can now fix your FPV drones at home.
Step 1: Assess the damage
Look for any visible broken parts in the drone, like broken broken arms, props, or wires. Check the frame for cracks and the motors for free movement. If the drone is flying erratically, then it could be due to some software issue or some internally damaged components. In this case, you will need technical support. Please lodge your complaint to our AI assistant.
Step 2: Evaluate your skills and tools
Some repairs may involve soldering broken wires or replacing components. You may have to disassemble your drone to look for damaged parts. You may need the following tools to fix any minor issues -
- Soldering iron and solder: Essential for fixing broken wires and electrical components.
- Screwdrivers: Match the sizes used in your drone.
- Mustimeter: Helps diagnose electrical issues.
- Replacement parts: Get specific components for your drone model. Online stores like Banggood, GetFPV, and Rotor Builds, offer a wide variety.
Step 3: Hygiene Checks
Check for and install firmware updates for your flight controller, receiver, and goggles. Outdated software can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior. You should also calibrate your accelerometer, magnetometer, and ESCs (electronic speed controllers) according to the manufacturer's instructions. Improper calibration can cause erratic flight. You can visit a few reference links below to learn more about calibration and how to do it cautiously.
Drone fishing : calibration importance
Women who Drone : calibrations basics
Check your camera lens as a dirty lens can significantly impact your FPV experience. Use a microfiber cloth and an appropriate cleaning solution to remove dust and fingerprints. Doing regular radio checks and range tests ensures your transmitter and receiver are functioning properly and have good signal strength. Performing a range test before venturing far away would be a useful habit to adopt.
Step 4: Repair resources
Online tutorials are available for fixing your drones at home. You can visit websites like iFlight and, Rotor Riot that offer video guides for specific repairs. You can also visit the YouTube page of Joshua Bardwell to learn more about FPV drones and also to find ways to fix your drones. There are various forums and community platforms just like Quora, where you can talk about your problem and get support from fellow experienced FPV drone users. One such website is Reddit’s r/Multicopter
Your drone would probably also have a manual or the manufacturer’s website may have some platform for troubleshooting.
The above DIY repair guide will save you a lot of hassle of going to the manufacturers for minor problems and will save your time and effort. We hope to see you fly high!
Happy Flying!