An Overview of the CaddxFPV Protos: A New Look at Beginner FPV Kits

The introduction of the CaddxFPV Protos kit, featuring the newly developed Ascent Digital HD video transmission system, represents a calculated effort to democratize digital FPV. Designed explicitly as a Ready-to-Fly (RTF) package, the Protos aims to be the single, simple entry point for beginners yearning for the clarity of high-definition flight.

AUVSI Xponential 2025: Is This Show Being Taken Out to Pasture?

While there has been no empirical data released to verify or debunk the validity of that broad observation, as an attendee for the past 3 Xponentials, I have to say it seemed valid. The halls of the George Brown Convention Center appeared to be less populated, even during the peak of the show — mid-afternoon of day two. If one were to venture into the heart of the show’s exhibition floor, they would find booths seemingly piled on top of one another in what I can only assume was an effort to give the exhibition floor a more “jam-packed” feeling. However, when one took the time to work out towards the edges, they would find what was once a packed-to-the-gills affair had now afforded plenty of breathing room and empty space around the outside of its epicenter.

Concerned About Drones? Here’s What You Should Know…

This article is for folks who are looking for answers to some common questions I get about drone laws and uses as well as how they can properly protect themselves against potential bad actors who may deploy drones for inappropriate and illegal purposes. After reading this piece, you will come away with a newfound understanding of the legality of drone operations; how you can best handle drones when they fly past you, your family, or your property (legally); and hopefully an appreciation for the technology as a whole.

WHAT THE LEAK?! Is this the DJI Mavic 4 or Air 3S?

Despite all of the adversity DJI is facing, it does not seem to be slowing the drone industry titan down when it comes to manufacturing new UAV technology. According to at least two sources I stumbled upon on X (formerly known as Twitter), there is a new consumer drone that has leaked and it looks like it could be the DJI Mavic 4...or maybe the DJI Air 3S?

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