Flite Test - FPV Faceoff - PROJECT

[@Project-Air]

Another very entertaining episode! Cheers guys! Looked like you were having a lot of fun out there :D

[@benfelland]

That talon and josh’s build was pretty sweet. Would like to see something like this but with a drone chasing them and filming

[@FPVREVIEWS]

that was fun, but i still didn't get a feel for the zies goggles. f.o.v.? etc.?

[@DanWActual]

Those Zeiss glasses are sweet!

[@finnleithomczyk5292]

I really want one...

[@FarmerFpv]

I really miss these kinds of episode :( even though I do like the vlogs I like these episode better great episodd

[@mybobize]

Nor Cal Fpv Agreed

[@Youdontwannaknow..]

They r even worsenow :((

[@B0M0A0K]

Wow, just seen the price of the Zeiss Cinemizer OLED goggles. Amazon market place price at 749USD - there'd be nothing left to buy the aircraft and associated parts. Why don't you guys do a video on setting up FPV from scratch on a budget?

[@yomust0of]

i just like watching this flight and being in the cold at the same time it feels nice

[@bigfella6629]

The price of those Zeiss glasses just kills it for me, and I thought the Fatsharks were expensive..

[@MrCoder101]

Almost wish they send me a pair too.

[@reidjohnson9615]

its worth it though because it said oled meaning that the screens are flexible so u wonlt crack them and they are also probably curved

[@topxe.]

Wow those Zeiss glasses are ridiculously expensive

[@christianjensen7272]

Love seeing you guys do formation FPV, and with 3 different models its perfect :D.

[@madyet5235]

Hey not sure if you guys have done it, but with your ability to reach out to your viewers, could you guys do a video where you have all the components to build an fpv system and show how to install it and what all the components are? if that makes sense. The whole fpv system confuses me but i wanna get into it.

[@AlexKettersonIsawesome]

Mad Yet Me too, I would love a basic FPV setup video with a list of stuff to buy to get started.

[@ant0nsmith]

Just a thought for the GoPro gimbal issue. Perhaps you could set the GoPro in "upside down mode" and then the usb port would be on the other side.

[@cloudsplitter24]

I think the Super Sky Surfer would be a good FPV platform. I saw one at HHAEFI at it looked great! I agree, those Zeiss glasses look cool!

[@holski77]

Those are big props on what appears to be the blue wonder! Is that the 700kv version?!

[@xnewethicx]

Just a quick suggestion, you could still tap into the GoPro with the Tarot by turning the GoPro upside down, and in the settings on the camera, change the up/down orientation. That way, your plug is still available, and you're not viewing upside down! (I do this with one of my quads on a gimbal all the time :)

[@B0M0A0K]

Good video, so the Zeiss goggles are an alternative to Fatshark and similar products? The InstaMorph product Chad is talking about is also called "Friendly Plastic" and can be found at many suppliers. It's commonly used in the hobby jewelery and rapid prototyping community.

[@dellagd]

Josh: Oh I see you [behind me]! That's so awesome! David: Wow you're slow ~turns and leaves~

[@jamblor]

Fantastic episode guys!

[@jeffdyck131]

Very nice video guys. I like the comparison side by side. Still working on my quadcopters and hoping to add fixed wing. Only interested in FPV. Keep posting, its a great learning and entertainment tool. Happy Flights!

[@HyperJoe]

100% Agreed!.. :)

[@rsprague1]

Josh/David, you did a review awhile back on the RV Jet as a FPV SETUP. Any reason why someone did not use that one for a comparison?? It seemed like, in the review, that the RV Jet was quite stable and a pretty good option.. Just was wondering if it is still an option that you would suggest?? Thanks, Ron

[@ImkoBeckhovenvan]

Bixler, is there a bracked on the other side of the gopro if not, why not rotate the gopro 180 (keep lens forward) and config the gopro to rotate the image.

[@liammyers1739]

David, Josh and Chad please do a video on the fpv setup all 3 of you were using including ground stations :) Looks like a really good setup.

[@enzodelia8]

Awesome video! I wasn't expecting to see a new vid until wednesday, but it was most certainly a nice surprise to see when I came home from school! I noticed in an older vid the box for a twinstar, and was wondering if you could do a review on it? Thanks, and happy holidays

[@FloydStandiferIV]

have you guys tried the FPV flying in foam warbirds and have a mock dogfight??? That ould be a good one to watch

[@brianhaygood183]

There is just enough room on the Tarot gimbal to plug in an angled USB cable IF you trim the connector slightly. I swap plugs regularly to switch between USB connected to my camera switcher and USB connected to a PC for download. The reason the gimbal is made with tight spacing there is so the gimbal is balanced well. The lens is basically centered on the tilt axis. Basically, with the body of the GoPro sticking out to the right and the gimbal motor closely spaced on the left, the gimbal is balanced with the lens centered on the tilt axis. I don't like that the newer Tarots need tiny hex screws undone to remove the camera, but others have replaced that clamp with a removable O-ring. Fun episode, guys! Great info on a lot of stuff here!

[@van1976]

Nice video, nice flying...I bought the "Nano-Falcon" (indoor) helicopter (world's smallest helicopter) over the weekend ($40)..it flies great, very responsive, great design, highly recommended...put it on your Christmas list. 5 Stars --Van

[@maxsmodels]

Awesome. Too bad you guys could not get a 3 plane vic formation going and do a low pass.

[@Goflyingbear]

The tarot gimbal has a USB cable that plugs into the side if the hero3. It can charge and send video out.

[@miroslavpokorny7145]

Ive got another gimbal with the same problem, cramped space that limits the option of placing a regular HK gopro 3 cable. To get it to fit i stripped the black outter plastic leaving just the white inner plastic. Shave it just enough and you can make it fit. I wished the pitch motor was placed on the right leaving the left busy Gopro side free and open. Yes i know it will be off center but thats an easy fix.

[@annevisscher8206]

Nice comparrison guys! Chad, would you like to try again and show us your plane's capacities with hatch? Considering the weight of your's, the efficiency's parameter for cruising amperage would still be quite high. But none the less, worth trying?..

[@MichaelVanBladel]

i have an idea on how to get video from your gopro in the gimbal josh, mount it upside-down and change the inversion setting inside it. i hope this works :D

[@whataretheodds2632]

Great Video! Love The Zeiss Goggles!

[@lcduncan92]

is there any way you guys can do a motor/frame sizing episode? Like what makes a 450 sized helicopter a 450? Or a .40 sized engine what it is, or a 500 sized tricopter? Like I understand the size difference of a 450 heli compared to a 500, but I can't seem to find why they got all the sizing numbers

[@carlgray4160]

That Looked Like alot Of Fun. I Couldnt Get The Link To Work For Those Glasses

[@CrackerMcGillicuddy]

I also love Insta Morph. I bought it because of Chad. Very good episode guys. I just ordered some of your tricopter parts. I'm Andy in Meadville, about 2 hours away.

[@flyinghighrc]

could you flip the gopro upside down to solve the gimbal problem? And set the gopro to show the video right side up through the settings menu.

[@koelemeijer1976]

That whas great, seems a lot of fun. ;) I hope you guys will make a review of the zeis fpv goggles soon. HALLO is also Dutch for saying hello, Whaha ;) Greets from the Netherlands.

[@TheDiscoglide]

Love your videos, all of them! Why are you guys not afraid to fly close to the tower?

[@TheDiscoglide]

I mean because of the radio waves etc

[@xsvpb4488]

More videos like this please! :D has a really fun atmosphere :D

[@tomsunax]

Chad's camera angle is good evidence that those domes and clear canopies are out of the question if you care at all about the recorded video

[@mountaindewdude76]

looks like awesome fun, guys! Great video!

[@Maskenken]

Have you thought about stereo FPV with cameras on the wingtips of the kraken?

[@WyllSurfAir]

lets see the same thing but with the sky hunter, the techpod and the Chimera. it would be so sweet

[@Asadullah21]

I Just got this amazing idea for the next episode, thumbs up so flitetest can see. Make a floating ring racetrack with balloons and cardboard. So basically you take cardboard, cut it up to make a large ring and reinforce it. Then you use bright tape and cover it. Tie a few balloons to the top of it and tether it with string from below. You put 10 or so going in a large circle and race through them using fpv.

[@dolbyac3]

Josh Bixler said it was not possible to get video out from the GoPro on his tarot gimbal. You can get video output from the USB connector on the side and tarot makes a low profile connector and its available on amazon. Just search "Tarot Gopro usb video" and you'll find it. The cable will provide analog video and you can also send back 5v to the camera and keep it charged from a BEC too. You can also make your own gopro USB video cable just search google. Love your youtube videos especially anything FPV or multi-copter related!

[@lonewolfgaming584]

7:14 what kind of foamboard is Josh Bixler reefering to?

[@bigfatbill5187]

We need a video showing how to tune a gimbal. I have bought a few of the low priced ones ad can't get any of them tuned. I watched and read everything and still can't figure it out.

[@JYTheKiller]

Flitetest, can you guys review the Tarot gimbal? Seems great at a low price compared to other high priced ones

[@aeroscience9834]

What goggles do you normally use and how do they compare to these?

[@TroyKelley517]

Josh, how did you setup your FPV to view from 3 different cameras ? thats neat ! !

[@iRoNiiC_H3R0]

You buy a 3 way video switcher

[@RCJakob]

What would the cheapest, and still valuable complete FPV system for a bixler 2 be?

[@EnterpriseXI]

would it help if the Zeiss had a bungi strap like the Fat sharks?

[@FlowersForYou629]

What is with the case over David's radio ad hands?

[@rckeith]

Enjoyed the episode. I think the biggest thing stopping most people getting in to FPV is the price of the goggles. I've seen some alternative ways on youtube and think it would make a good episode if you guys did a show on that theme. Keith

[@koumou57]

What's the power setup of the Penguin used for this video. I heard David saying he uses a 4s and the power setup. What prop is he using?

[@Chumbuucket]

What switch were you using Josh? Mobius? I couldn't find it. Great vid guys!

[@marchingpackofCeHS]

"wow you could fit a puppy in there"

[@MadAddVent]

how does one go about getting sponsored for a vid??? any help would be awesome, excellent vid!!

[@jazldazl9193]

make some good ones first

[@ritubhasin8581]

Where can we buy those Zeiss glasses

[@QuadDoc]

What FPV system is Josh using with 3 video inputs? I've checked all your links to no avail. Thanks!!

[@IbnAir23]

NOT much info or stats on the ZEISS Goggles.

[@SomeGuyInSandy]

SO, from what I have seen, 900Mhz seems to be the way to go. I'm running 2.4 RC, so interference shouldn't be a problem, right?

[@hegedusrp]

where is the gimbal footage? I am very curious

[@brandonc08]

what are those cameras you put on your planes called????

[@Aubatron]

How well does instamorph stand up to solar heat on hot summer days?

[@k6tf]

What video switch is Josh using?

[@jaydenkee4733]

What would you do for the Fpv googles

[@smoothvirus]

I was hoping you guys would do a review of the Penguin! Now you have to do one about the FrSky Taranis. :)

[@RobB_VK6ES]

for reviews of the penguin and taranis check rcmodelreviews here on youtube. That penguin flies like a pig in the turns, ntice how the tail drags and the nose high attitude.

[@smoothvirus]

Rob B The Penguin flies a lot better with the canopy off of it.

[@bonafidepirate]

You forgot the real winner, the Skyhunter! :p

[@CommoMike]

lol

[@Poulpc]

Zeiss vs fatshark

[@blackmennewstyle]

But Skyzone diversity goggles is still the winner lol

[@FireDropTechnologies]

Recomed filling foam board air frame with construction spray foam.

[@stuz14]

David PLEASE make a video for the 360 degree pan system when you make it. Thanks

[@PiPIEder]

Nice vid guys One question : the Zeiss cinemizer goggles are pretty expensive , but are they so much better then the fatshark goggles that i should make the investment ?

[@marsbars991]

Can you please make a video on how you design to make these planes?

[@thesherm44]

The one plane is The Kraken, and the other two are kits. FT has a Kraken build video for it on their channel.

[@nicholasoliver6970]

QUESTION: Which FPV goggles do you prefer? Zeiss or Fat Shark?

[@TomBuikema]

Quick question for you guys that I need answered!! On a standard video rx, if I were to put a different antenna on, would I want one with a "hole" or a "needle"? I'm not sure what ending the antenna port has and I wanna be sure!!

[@noktrnl123]

What goggles and video setup are you using

[@CalypsoRaz]

Couldnt you have set the gopro to upside down?

[@chrismillersrcfamily]

Great video. Josh b. 10 dollar plane and a borrowed gopro3 black. Laughed my azz off. Oh thanks for the powering off tip. I had no clue. Thanks again. . You 3 are great

[@flamzart]

Hi I'm currently looking at goggles for FPV and virtual cinema experiance. How do these Ziess cimemizer stack up against the best fatshark, skyzone or even the "maze" Video Glasses. What specs do I need to take note of. I live at Australia no Virtual Video glasses are in any main retailers yet for me to try on yet I would like to know what is shte best visual expericne.

[@whome7004]

I'm like the 10$ air frame line of thought With that line of thinking how can I get in to a stabilize fly contraption. The very cheapest, pare for the cores is first flight and collect peaces! If you can help I appreciate it ,if not its understandable!

[@skynetweaver]

I noticed when you guys are sponsored you really don't do a review on the sponsoring product. This is similar to the stingray review but without a an actual demonstration. Question: I keep hearing that GoPro is a rotten FPV camera due to the delay yet I keep seeing you use them - Why? I've never seen a cost/range for FPV gear - can you do a "best for price range" type episode?

[@bridgerblankenbicker5505]

is that the mini or the full size tallon

[@smoothvirus]

that's a full size Talon. Not the Mini.

[@silliamwhelley]

You should do more videos on FPV, great video though!

[@123gdp1]

what kind of video switch does josh have on his bracken, and where can i get one

[@UrTRaBBiTT]

Great Video as always. Also guy's, Thank you for all your video's & I wish the Flite Test Crew a merry Christmas and a happy new year. Au.RaBBiTT

[@99ersify]

will you guy do a mobius hd review?

[@dogdirt10]

I noticed you did not compare the Zeiss to FatShark understanding that Zeiss sponsored the episode. considering that Zeiss is 2 times the cost of FatShark, is it worth the extra cash? The answer will show up in future episodes to see what you are wearing on your face:) The Planes? David. Face it Readymade makes good stuff. Chad. With the hatch missing,there was soooo much drag, no way you could give us a honest answer on how it flew. Josh. 3 Gopros out in the open one of them with a gimbal. A bunch of drag will slow down the airspeed. I keep searching for the ultimate FPV Plane, but my Bixler 2 is hard to beat!

[@0917bobb]

As they received the goggles at no cost, cost will not be the deciding point.

[@barend1996]

Hey guys, Awesome episode like usual. Can you show us how you have modified the tarot gimbal for this setup?

[@MucusOnMyMembrane]

You should get a solo shot to film the fast planes

[@benemdav]

Awesome! Can't wait to get my fpv setup

[@drewgumins4075]

I am looking for a good easy to build fpv platform, that is very stable. I want to fly it in snow and wind... Any tips/ideas

[@ritubhasin8581]

What are you wearing as specktels

[@Aaron16]

So in other words, Good quality video, they don't fit well, and are f-ing expensive ($750) You can tell they were trying not to say anything negative.

[@chaseofva]

Readymaderc makes a gopro3 cable for the tarot gimbal I use it on my f450 quad

[@Jmunoz1675]

How do you not get a lag on the go pro feed?

[@41Extremo]

They still have the lag, but because they are flying smoothly and high up, they don't notice it as much as if they were flying a miniquad or a racing wing through one

[@pyroboy1248]

swappable edf would rock

[@dariuslandwehr2627]

can you make a tbs discovery review

[@georgeaura]

What is David using on his controller like a glove?

[@UltimaA380]

+george aura hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__11738__Turnigy_Transmitter_Glove_2_4Ghz_Neckstrap_Ready_.html :)

[@JosephDawson]

I have never seen video from a gimbal on an rc airplane. Gimbals are always on quads and helicopters. So how about posting the gimbal video somewhere so we can see what that looks like. Also I think you can put the GoPro in the Tarot gimbal upside-down and get access to the video out that way. (Yes you have to do gopro video flip but that fixes video for fpv as well.)