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Beginner Drone Pilots

A forum for new drone pilots to learn the basics of flying drones, choosing the right drone, setup tips, safety practices, and beginner flight techniques.

  1. Do I really need to get Part 107 certified just to fly recreationally?

    altitude_ace,
    • 2 replies
    • 131 views
    QuadCopterKid

  2. overwhelmed by all the drone options

    Alex Thompson,
    • 1 reply
    • 95 views
    racing_drone_fan

  3. Should I get my Part 107 before buying my first drone?

    DroneBuilder_TX,
    • 2 replies
    • 164 views
    Kevin Lee

  4. Complete first flight checklist for absolute beginners

    circuit_breaker,
    • 2 replies
    • 113 views
    camera_drone_pro

  5. just got my first drone and have no idea what im doing

    quad_crusher,
    • 1 reply
    • 30 views
    James Patterson

  7. just got my first drone and honestly have no idea where to start

    Tom Anderson,
    • 1 reply
    • 35 views
    rotor_riot

  8. Introduce yourself and tell the community:

    fpv_racer_pro,
    • Administrators
    • 0 replies
    • 129 views
    Daniel Akins

  9. just got my first drone and i have no idea what im doing

    Maria Santos,
    • 1 reply
    • 82 views
    camera_gimbal_guru

  10. keeps drifting when i let go of the sticks, is that normal or is something wrong

    drone_wizard,
    • 1 reply
    • 102 views
    flight_controller_pro

  11. keeps drifting when i let go of the sticks?

    night_flyer_x,
    • 1 reply
    • 92 views
    drone_pilot_ace

  13. keeps drifting when i let go of the sticks?? is this normal

    sky_pilot_77,
    • 1 reply
    • 42 views
    skyflyer_99

  14. Is GPS hold really necessary for beginners? Mini 3 Pro vs budget options

    rc_throttle_god,
    • 2 replies
    • 129 views
    Kevin Rodriguez

  15. just got my first drone and honestly have no idea where to start

    Jennifer Kim,
    • 1 reply
    • 49 views
    high_altitude_guy

  16. should i get the mini 2 or wait for something better

    fpv_racer_max,
    • 1 reply
    • 80 views
    skyhawk_pilot

  17. how far away is too far when you're still learning

    Jessica Martinez,
    • 1 reply
    • 38 views
    rc_throttle_god

  19. keeps drifting to the left when i let go of the sticks??

    altitude_hunter,
    • 1 reply
    • 75 views
    fpv_explorer_x

  20. just got my first drone and honestly have no idea where to start

    Mike Rodriguez,
    • 1 reply
    • 26 views
    Rebecca Kim

  21. just got my first drone, have no idea what im doing

    aerial_photo_pro,
    • 1 reply
    • 75 views
    aerial_shooter

  22. just got my first drone, what do i even do first

    cloud_chaser,
    • 1 reply
    • 25 views
    dji_pilot_2024

  23. Complete beginner - do I really need Part 107 for hobby photography?

    SkyWatcher_92,
    • Administrators
    • 0 replies
    • 110 views
    SkyWatcher_92

  25. how long does it actually take to get decent at this

    carbon_fiber_fan,
    • 1 reply
    • 36 views
    drone_pilot_pro

  26. how long does it actually take to get decent at flying

    cinematic_shots,
    • 1 reply
    • 30 views
    wings_and_things

  27. Flying in manual mode vs GPS assist - Should beginners learn both?

    SkyPilot,
    • Administrators
    • 0 replies
    • 126 views
    LongRange_Explorer

  28. just got my first drone and i have no idea what im doing

    fpv_racer_21,
    • 1 reply
    • 95 views
    Jake Martinez

  29. Best first drone under $300? Complete beginner needs advice

    phantom_flyer,
    • 2 replies
    • 138 views
    Ryan Kim

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