Flight 1 of 3 : Scouting A New Location : Long Range FPV + Commentary

[@OCDRex11]

Only have seen two of your videos today but there is a constant and that is your Wife/Co-Pilot. Very calming person to have with you and her hand on your shoulder is what partnership is all about. Great teamwork!

[@yannickg6904]

Fantastic flight and awesome spotter/co-pilot! You guys are fearless, I would be a nervous wreck. All worth it though, the scenery is amazing.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you very much for the comment!

[@MessingWithCode]

Yeah

[@gregstewart4692]

Great job!! I'm looking forward to the next 2 vids. The commentary and the OSD being visible are a great help because you are touching on finer points that will aide me in my flights. Please continue.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much for the comment. The other two videos are coming soon. Probably one a week.

[@doncunningham3124]

My favorite long range video so far! The scenery is amazing and the commentary makes me feel like I'm there with you. Thanks for posting!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Awesome, thank you!

[@skyrotfpv]

Thanks so much for taking us along your amazing flights! You and your spotter make a great team! 😃👍

[@FalconRadFPV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@2_stixs-fpv680]

Gosh, watching your content is giving me inspiration to start posting some of my flights! I loved the split screens, and how the entire flight was narrated. luv it!

[@wolfgreen162]

These are my favorite drone videos on youtube

[@FalconRadFPV]

oh, thanks so much!

[@flowstate_link]

Gorgeous spot! Lovely to see the scooping!!!!!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Many thanks!

[@copternutFPV]

When your partner says "your amp draw is pretty moderate" 😊 Awesome video Conrad, what a beautiful spot to fly.

[@godsun358]

Roger that

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you for the comment, much appreciated!

[@beachthor1]

This is simultaneously the nerdiest and coolest video I’ve seen in a long time. I’m going to attempt the build in your tutorial, wish me luck!!

[@FalconRadFPV]

The Rad Li-ion build? It should be fairly tough but you should consider learning on something a bit lighter. The heavier a quad is the more money it costs to repair after a bad crash. A light crash, no worries. But if you are new a 3" - 5" build can really take a beating if made well. So can a 6 or 7" but only with a small battery. As soon as you strap 600+ grams of battery on top it will damage the gopro or whatever else when it crashes. If you're set on building a 7" don't let me stop you, just know you better spend a bunch of hours on an FPV sim before flying the real thing. Everyone usually smashes up one or two quads at least while learning to fly. Sim time early on can help minimize it. Its just tough to get a hang of at first, then it gets more fun!

[@xmltree]

Wonderfull trip, thank you for sharing

[@FalconRadFPV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@raminatorrammer]

Thoroughly enjoyed this. 👏👏👏

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you for the comment.

[@GiampyHUB]

Wow, the king of long range

[@FalconRadFPV]

I'm sure some would debate that, but I'll take the complement! Thank you.

[@EnglishTurbines]

Up in the mountains, not a single leaf stirred...Location and weather, that's why I'm here...Who needs EIS when it's this calm?...🤔😳😀🇬🇧

[@FalconRadFPV]

It was a nice day. Thanks very much.

[@superiousfpv9384]

really love your screendispaly for this video

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much. I think the next one is going to be even better, I made some small adjustments.

[@RobTalariaKilleenTx]

Excellent flight and video. I really love the fact that your wife supports you on your flights!! I am going to order the Falcon 7 frame and start me a build!!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you very much. Yes her support is a great help in doing this. Good luck with your build. Let me know if you run into any issues, we'll get it sorted out.

[@abodlb]

Creative, waiting for more

[@FalconRadFPV]

More to come!

[@MessingWithCode]

Great Flight !!!

[@markusschedler9392]

GRATULATION from Austria 🤩🇦🇹

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks!

[@tusnadi_fpv]

Amazing place and journey!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks.

[@mickelson8332]

Absolutely fantastic scenery.. Rockies? Mick 🇬🇧

[@FalconRadFPV]

Close, next range over, the coastal range.

[@Jonsbasecamp]

Very cool! Love the 3 different video views...please keep it up!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much for the input!

[@PolackFPV]

sympa ce spot un régal 🤩🤩 belle maitrise 💪🏼 good job 🕹🎶🚀🔥🔥

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you very much! 👍

[@DANKFPV]

Awesome flight! So helpfull to hear your process in the moment👍👍

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks buddy!

[@robertgoldbornatyout]

Really nice and inspiring video! Truly enjoyed and look forward to seeing your next video. Take care and have a lovely day!!!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you very much.

[@jumpstartfpv]

Your spotter is a pro!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks, I'll pass that on.

[@hprompt166]

Great Flying...............

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you.

[@ch3fpv]

Dope spot check! when I saw those 2 lakes i was like ohhh stuff looks awesome 😍😍😍! I got still a long way to go....

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you. Take your time working up to your goals, and good luck!

[@fpvegard9194]

Beautiful spot! Like your videos. You inspire me to do long range FPV. Greetings from Norway

[@FalconRadFPV]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@77JMM]

Love your videos man!!! 👍🏽

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks, I really appreciate the comment!

[@baggszilla]

This was awesome! Thanks FR!

[@FalconRadFPV]

You're welcome. Thanks for he comment!

[@adaniel2224]

sweet video

[@MrSmithFPV]

You are such a lucky guy that you can fly on spots like that! Awesome nature! 👌

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks 👍 Yes, quite lucky to have access to such mountains.

[@LakayFPV]

I really love it man. Enjoyed that gorgeous view. That is just your first pack. Shoutout from the Philippines. Hope I can build my 7inch soon.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate the comment.

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty sweet flying, dude! Sweet and smooth! 😃 Thanks for sharing!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you my friend! Happy flying. 👋👍

[@juicetfpv1504]

That is so cool! You have the long range thing down. New Sub

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank for the sub. Lots more videos to come.

[@MrTurnone]

That was great, kept me on the edge of my seat a couple of times : ) Beautiful shots of things many won't ever get to see.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much!

[@jacksonrcaviation]

Real cool indeed, we have subscribed 😎

[@FalconRadFPV]

Much appreciated.

[@gmivisualsjason3729]

That was simply brilliant.... Cant wait for the next two

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you very much!

[@TLK22]

Great spot!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks!

[@berglandvideo]

Awesome terrain! Looking forward to more flights to those waterfalls!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Very soon!

[@sap1746]

muy bien espectacular

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you.

[@storm_fpv9342]

New to the channel, this video really hooked me. Subed and look forward to more :)

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you very much!

[@earry509fpv]

Great video, love any of your commentary! I learn every time I watch your videos! 🙏🏽 Thanks

[@FalconRadFPV]

I appreciate that!

[@charlesc7020]

Man that is so frickin cool I'm definitely getting into long range just always been dreading figuring out all the settings but definitely looks worth it

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much for the comment. Ya it can be really fun, but it's hard to find locations for it!

[@fawkeyes5111]

what a team! thanks for taking us with you. interesting, informative, relaxing aaaand good flying. all the things o7

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks, Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mafiafpv3469]

Sick my guy dam I love long range 🙏🙏🙏

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much!

[@mafiafpv3469]

@@FalconRadFPV I subbed bro

[@Starkborovk]

Суперово ! Ощущение что сам летал на гору !))))

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks!

[@jimross898]

Love the commentary and process. Nice to have a copilot! My wife has no interest. LOL. Parts should start arriving soon for my build. I'm about halfway there with parts. Struggling to find some of the components. The JB F7 is only available outa the States. I can't afford the goggles you use right now so going to use a BDI digiadapter on my DJI goggles. Hope it works well but time will tell.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you very much! I'm using the Iflight F7 twinG on two other builds. (the JB F7 was sold out) I got some wacky gryo readings from one in the beginning but they seem to both work well now.

[@Fam-G-Thrills]

Amazing footage and great advice commenting during the flight. I have been wanting to dabble in long range since I live near Yosemite. Love how you post the go pro, analog, and self portrait in this video. What kind of antennas are you using on your goggles? I see no more omni. Probably best to keep both directional. Great flight! and very professional spotter at your side. Great work!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much. I seem to do best with two of the helical antennas. I think my TrueRC X2 -air might have gotten damaged.

[@adrianglessner5979]

Such a fantastic spot. Can't wait to see more videos from this spot. That treasure at the top was a cool find as well. Keep up the great work m8

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks so much!

[@sheepshank69]

I've flown from there too - in fact that very campsite! I haven't gone up the mountain before, but I'm taking notes for the future. It's a beautiful spot.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Oh wow, cool. Ya it's perfect, you can fly right from the campsite. Maybe I'll run into you sometime. I'm somewhere in that valley fairly often in the summer.

[@Stand_Tall]

which campsite is this? I'm in BC and hoping to see this place for myself

[@RimmyTimfpv]

Very cool!! I literally just an hour ago finished my build of your frame and did a living room test hover on 4s. I'm just waiting on a new GPS module and I need to build some 6s packs before I take this thing into the Colorado Rockies for some exploration. So pumped, and love the design of the frame, really well thought out and lots of space for accessories and variations in build tactics!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks so much for the comment! Good luck with your maiden flight! Remember to get to know your batteries mah count and general range before pushing out too far!

[@douglasshackett8747]

Colorado Rockies for me too! Just worked out VTX and GPS issues (grounded for nearly 2 months) that popped up after upgrading electronics (lol should have stuck with what was working) Good luck!~

[@hillbillypetej]

So Kool well done I like your partner holding your shoulder its like dear you be okay dont worry if you loose it your walking hehehehe

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks. My anxiety can get pretty difficult at times so the calming presence of my spotter is another reason I'm able to pull this off.

[@hillbillypetej]

@@FalconRadFPV Hi Falcon I also have G A D disorder flying make's me feel so good but wow you do so well when flying when not feeling well you should be proud of your self well done you 🏆🏆

[@8ways2fly]

Great job flying that beautiful spot! You're spotter is the best I've seen ever! 😊

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you so much 😀

[@josephdaulton7813]

This time I want to send a shout out to your girl.mine supports me but isn’t interested in helping that much. My falcon is done and I am waiting for the nerve to take it out 5 miles!! I wish I could send a picture of it to you, I changed it up just a little. I have another falcon seven here ready to build! Durango Colorado

[@FalconRadFPV]

I'd love to see it! You can email me the pictures, [e-mail]

[@loopfpv6031]

feel like a bird😍fan of freestyle but love long range 🥺🔥

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much!

[@undeze]

Awesome!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks.

[@placesingeorgia]

good flight. i too flight 4 km on mountain it was scary :D

[@FalconRadFPV]

Nicely done! I still get scared at half that distance when I'm having an off day. Fly safe.

[@johndeesfpv9289]

Nice

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you!

[@chrisdoingfpv1787]

Great video's man! I just got your frame ready just waiting for the LI-ON battery's so I can check the range. Video's like this are a great resource to learn how to fly long range :)

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks very much! Good luck with your flights when the Li-ion batteries arrive.

[@TheMadmacs]

thats a cool spot, awesome pools at the top, which is where my pulse starts to hit the rev limiter hehehe. anybody who has tried to fly a half mile away knows that build in tension, i've actually hurt my neck trying not to move when i'm far away lolol. having a spotter like this would help so much, its always such a surprise when you actually see the topography up close, its never what you think and adjusting to the new reality is a lot to do on the fly....... i will hand myself into the pun police immediately hehehe

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks. Well said "its never what you think and adjusting to the new reality is a lot to do on the fly". The change in perspective as well as the added difficulty in assessing scale and speed since the surroundings are constantly different. It's hard to show in a video.

[@minkorrh]

Have you changed over to ELRS yet? I found that Crossfire was crap in comparison where range was concerned. I initially flashed my R9 stuff to ELRS and have been contemplating going to 2.4 ghz due to how cheap the receivers are (I have 23 quads) but I'm more interested in long range, so I think I'll keep the 915mhz stuff. So glad I found your channel. Lots to enjoy and knowledge to absorb. Thank you.

[@FalconRadFPV]

I haven't had a failsafe on crossfire in about 2 years. So I'm happy sticking with the gear I already have. I'm loving the 915 for long range, it always out does my video which is what you want.

[@Mr_Eyeholes]

What an awesome copilot! Does she fly too?

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks, I'll pass that on! No, doesn't fly at all.

[@Sir_Hubris]

Amazing again, is this doable with DJI AU as well? thx for sharing!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks. I think the air unit will get the same ranges. only downside is when you lose video with dji I've heard that it takes awhile to come back. With analog it comes back instantly when you have signal again.

[@Alejandro388]

@@FalconRadFPV i think the sheer jump in quality with DJI would be well worth it, especially in such scenic locations that you are lucky to fly in! With DJI you loose video quality very gradually, not abrubtly like with analog, so you kinda develop the sense of when it's "too deep" and just bounce back, or pull on a throttle and climb up straight up, and then issue RTH. There are many options, really, i think you're brave enough to give DJI a good try :)

[@alexanderfpv6655]

That got my heart pumping. Do you make a mental map with binoculars before you start? That bit where you checked the secondary-line from the top with respect to your LOS was a great tip.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you! In this case the "3d map" to have memorized was clear and straight forward enough that I can just look at it for several minutes and memorize the major features as I discuss route options with my spotter before any flights. For more complicated flights we will sometimes make up more detailed flight plans. I'll eventually get a video done about that. I've tried a few times, but it's hard to get on video nicely. It's usually 20 min of back and forth and getting side tracked, getting over being anxious, talking about the flight plan again, etc.... One of these times it'll work out.

[@douglasshackett8747]

NICE!!! love the adrenaline... How long did it take to calm your nerves for the next flight?

[@FalconRadFPV]

It's usually about 20 to 30 min between flights. I'd like to get them done faster for more consistent lighting between videos but I need that much time to chill out between flights.

[@cold-frontin_penguin7902]

I noticed how your transmitter antenna is oriented. Is that how we should be positioning ours? I have the elrs one that looks similar

[@FalconRadFPV]

It depends how your RX antenna in mounted. Whatever position the RX antenna on your quad is, your TX antenna should be the same. Many freestyle pilots have the antenna horizontal because it makes them more durable and at 500 meters or less you don't really have to worry about antenna nulls so much, unless you have a concrete wall between you and the quad it probably won't be an issue. I use a diversity RX so it has two antennas. I mount one vertical and one horizontal, this way no matter what orientation the quad is in there will always be a vertically polarized antenna. It's more of a concern at farther distances. Once you get to 5 or 6 km out if you point the null end of the antenna towards yourself the signal will drop quite a bit. Having a second antenna in a different orientation helps to reduce the RSSI drop in such a situation. Using a diversity RX is not necessary for many peoples uses, but for long range it helps provide a little extra reassurance that the TX RX connection stay's reliable.

[@cold-frontin_penguin7902]

@@FalconRadFPV great information. Love your vids man been binge watching for weeks now haha. Keep them coming. Also thanks for replying!

[@LockyLive]

I'm waiting to spot a Bigfoot in one of your videos. Spectacular scenery, do people hike up there?

[@FalconRadFPV]

No hikers, I always avoid flying anywhere with trails.

[@HuitoFpv]

hi, your frame is awesome. Is it possible to ha ve the same in 8 inch please ?

[@FalconRadFPV]

I've had a couple of requests for 8" arms. I may get some made up for testing. I'll need new motors first though. Check back with me in about a month. I'll see what I can figure out.

[@RobTalariaKilleenTx]

Countersunk, button head, or cap head?!!! Which better?

[@EnglishTurbines]

Button heads, of course...🤔😳😀🇬🇧

[@FalconRadFPV]

I go with countersunk. Less chance of damaging the battery that way. I use Velcro under the battery. If you use ummagrip or something like that then you could also use button head. The countersunk on the underside also helps avoid damaging the fasteners if you land on rocks. The two builds of it that I'm flying both have countersunk fasters.

[@EnglishTurbines]

@@FalconRadFPV I suggest button heads because countersunk stress out the carbon sheet as you tighten them. Okay on metal, not so much on a laminate...🤔😳🇬🇧

[@wiccanfpv]

there was a bear im pretty sure at about 6 .39 up that water fall on the left awsome slowmo at .25 looks like ears to me and face.

[@FalconRadFPV]

I just checked, I think I saw it, looked like a log with a bear mask on I think....lol

[@aceshighfpv1282]

LR GOD!

[@FalconRadFPV]

😃 Thanks.

[@WinstonSmith1984]

Lucky you to have a wife who shares some interest in your FPV flying.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Yes I am quite lucky, I would struggle to do this regularly without her help. It's also about sharing an interest in driving backroads and logging roads while looking at the scenery as well as trying to find great spots to fly.

[@erlandfpv]

Hi, you still using gemfan 7040? Didn't like another Hqprops? 7x3.5x3 or 7x4x3 ?

[@FalconRadFPV]

I think for freestyle I would use the HQ 7x4x3. For long range I'm fairly sure I get better range with the gemfan 7040 though, at least with my heavy setup and 2806.5 motors.

[@ladronefpv4484]

I prepare dinner and arrive... 🚀

[@FalconRadFPV]

Perfect!

[@makesomemore_]

Btw you're wife is an amazing spotter

[@FalconRadFPV]

Couldn't do it without her!

[@godsun358]

Killa brother and your co-pilot gets a Gold 🌟 Star

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you. I'll pass it on to my spotter / co pilot.

[@SKILLFULfpv]

Waouww

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thanks.

[@larssmith2170]

Great video. Could you hazard a guess on how much additional flight time, if any, I replaced 2306 1700KV motors on my 7 inch with 2807 1300KV? I use 6S 18650 Li-ion at the moment.

[@FalconRadFPV]

Thank you. If I had to guess, if you are using 6s1p you will get about the same possibly a bit less. With 6s2p you will probably get a little more as long as you are easy on the throttle.

[@orfilms1597]

I like the commentary a lot. I noticed that you were flying with a lipo instead of the regular lion. Why is that?

[@FalconRadFPV]

I warmed up with the lipo (less capacity) then did the next couple of flights with li-ion packs. My intension on the first flight is not to go for the top more just to get familiar with the surroundings. This "warmup" went much further out than I normally would on the first pack. I was feeling comfortable though and for my experience it was an easy flight.

[@johnking975]

If that’s your girlfriend you are the luckiest man on the planet, the only thing my wife does when I talk about drones is Roll her eyes! You need to appreciate the shit out of whoever that girl is!

[@FalconRadFPV]

Ya I'm really lucky. I wouldn't be able to fly long range the way I do without her help.

[@johnking975]

@@FalconRadFPV you are my hero!