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I actually live on a lake, and I'm not even considering any flights over it unless I can get my hands on some pontoons. Kinda like this: Solo drone floats prototype | 3D Robotics Drone Forum

I can empathize to a certain extent. Although, my tale of woe isn't quite as, hmm, how should I say...grandiose as yours. My second flight out with Solo, I decided to see what it could do when set to the fastest speed. Full speed + low altitude + a small, unnoticed rise in terrain = flip onto...

Just curious if anyone has come across this Kickstarter yet: PhoneDrone Ethos - A whole new dimension for your smartphone by xCraft — Kickstarter It seems like a cool idea. But I'd...rather not lose both my drone and phone in a single accident if it can be avoided.

Ah, excellent idea. I had seen this thing and thought it was a little ridiculous to spend $50 bucks for it: http://www.amazon.com/UAV-Bits-20-Quadcopter-Helipad/dp/B00PG385NU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1446061748&sr=8-2&keywords=drone+pad Old yoga mat? Much more economical solution. Thanks!

So, I had a day off earlier this week and I went to scout a location for what looks like the largest open public field in my area (which isn't in any airport/national park no fly zones). Checking it out, it did indeed look fantastic. Two problems. First, there was a huge gaggle of geese plopped...

I assume if you're not running at least Android 4.3, the beta still won't work. I would guess that it needs to use some API that was introduced with that version of the OS

App Compatibility | 3DR | Drone & UAV Technology So, I'd say the 2012 version would need to use the Beta version—the 2013 version should be fine, tho.

If you're using an older version of the Nexus 7, I do not believe it's officially supported. You'll probably have to use the Beta version of the App: Solo beta App....for android devices not compatible with the main app | 3D Robotics Drone Forum I use that on my Sony Xperia Z Ultra, and it...

Well, if you're going to Oahu, there are two Best Buy stores on the island. And both appear to carry 3DR Solo products: smart batteries, spare props and the gimbal. Best Buy: Expert Service. Unbeatable Price. If you want to double check store availability, when it asks you to enter a zip code...

Actually, the Best Buy near me has a section dedicated to both the Phantom and the Solo. In addition to the Solo itself, they also carry spare blades, batteries, gimbal, and the backpack/carrying case. Imagine my surprise when I reached for a pack of spare blades, only to find them out of stock.

Interesting. Now I'm curious to know not just about after crashes, but is there any particular amount of hours you would use a set of rotors before "retiring" them? I imagine just the stress of normal flight would eventually take its toll and create stress fractures and such.

Erik, Del--thanks. It was a flip on a grassy field (which was further softened by rain the previous night), so I couldn't have asked for a more forgiving surface. The remaining props cleaned up nicely, and I can't detect any scratches or nicks along the edges or the surface of the blades...

So, I took out my Solo for it's second test flight. Actually, it was more like it's first real test, since it's maiden flight consisted of manual takeoff to about five feet, and just making sure all the controls responded properly. In any event, everything went quite well, and I am thoroughly...

Very nicely done! And so, let me ask you: have you run into any problems using the gimbal with the Hero3+ Black? Any issues controlling it, starting/stopping recording, etc.

Just received my Solo yesterday. Having only played with various quad copter "toys", I have to say, the Solo's build quality and heft are truly surprising. I really wasn't expecting something quite as small and as dense as this. Anyway, I managed to update the controller and the Solo with the...