Skyhunter FPV - Cruising the Bay Low Altitude [inc. OSD]

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Low altitude cruising the bay - Lighthouse to lighthouse - Max distance from home = 7KM
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========Skyhunter Setup========
In the Air:
-1800mm Skyhunter ► tiny.cc/Skyhunter
-SunnySky 920kv motor ► tiny.cc/iqcv0y
-FPV Camera ► tiny.cc/9scv0y
-12x6E APC ► USA link: amzn.to/2ys5jRu - UK link: amzn.to/2wYwZKg
-HobbyKing Plush 60a ESC ► tiny.cc/kucv0y
-MyFlyDream Autopilot with airspeed sensor ► tiny.cc/8ucv0y
-1.2ghz Video Transmitter ► tiny.cc/kwcv0y
-Bignose CP Skew on Vtx ► tiny.cc/cxcv0y
-Dragonlink Micro RX ► tiny.cc/DragonL...
-16,000mAh Multistar 4S 10c ► tiny.cc/1ycv0y
-360 degree pan servo ► tiny.cc/owev0y
-Firefly 6S HD camera (1080p 60fps) ► tiny.cc/x0cv0y
-Turnigy 5v UBEC ► USA link: amzn.to/2z7HOKM UK link: amzn.to/2ib6hfa
-Quanum 12v UBEC ► USA link: amzn.to/2xHBbTq - UK link: amzn.to/2ylYBKM
-Wing/Tail HD Camera ► tiny.cc/i2cv0y
-Wing/Tail HD Camera 2 ► tiny.cc/k4cv0y
On me:
-Taranis Transmitter ► tiny.cc/f6cv0y
-Dragon Link V3 tx ► tiny.cc/DragonL...
-SRH771 diamond antenna ► USA link: amzn.to/2gG50ZU -
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-Fatshark goggles ► tiny.cc/o7cv0y
-FuriousFPV True-D Rx module ► tiny.cc/n9cv0y
-Bignose custom made 5.8 skew ► tiny.cc/cxcv0y
On my Tripod Groundstation:
-MFD Antenna Tracker ► tiny.cc/qifv0y
-Eachine Diversity Monitor with DVR ►tiny.cc/ehfv0y
-4 way Video splitter/amplifier ► USA link: amzn.to/2gEm6XV -
UK link: amzn.to/2kQqB6b
-1.2 ghz Crosshair antenna ► tiny.cc/xlfv0y
-Lawmate R1200 Plus 1.2ghz VRx ► tiny.cc/6nfv0y
-DVR ► tiny.cc/9cdv0y
-25mw 5.8ghz repeater vtx (to send the video signal wirelessly from my 1.2ghz ground station to my goggles) ► tiny.cc/cedv0y
-Turnigy 5000mAh 3S ► tiny.cc/2ddv0y
-Digital Volt Meter ► tiny.cc/nwfv0y
========3D Printing Equipment========
-3D Printer ► tiny.cc/qql96y
-PLA filament ► tiny.cc/EryonePLA
-TPU filament ► tiny.cc/Sainsma...
-PETG filament ► tiny.cc/Sainsma...
-Digital Calliper ► tiny.cc/Digital...
========Build equipment========
-E6000 glue ► tiny.cc/E6000Glue
-Laminating Iron ► tiny.cc/Laminat...
-Laminate ► tiny.cc/laminate
-Hot glue gun ► tiny.cc/HotGlueGun
-Foam Cutting Tool ► tiny.cc/vxgv0y
-Heat Gun ► tiny.cc/Adjusta...
-Watt Meter ► tiny.cc/WattMeter
-3M90 spray adhesive ► tiny.cc/3M90adh...
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-Handheld Gimbal for DJI Osmo or GoPro ► tiny.cc/Handhel...

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

This is the 1800mm Skyhunter ► tiny.cc/Skyhunter For FULL kit list with links, please see video description :)

[@nicholascarr6251]

Hey Adam I have a question, what settings did you use on the hero 3+ to get that quality? I've tried using 1080p 60fps however it's quite dark, next time I will be doing 30fps however I'm curious what your settings are.(also if the setting is narrow,medium,wide, and if u have Low light enabled)

[@Smt_Glaive]

This is like the 5th time I am coming back to this vid.... Always fun to watch.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate :) This is a cool spot, I might go back there for another flight some time soon!

[@pagrichard]

That launch was nice

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

It's in an automated launch mode which is a feature of the MFD Autopilot. Just makes life easier 😊

[@DwayneCrow]

Nice setup, thanks for sharing. And great to see you flying responsibly with it, makes the hobby better for all of us.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Dwayne, glad you liked it :)

[@Starbuckin]

Awesome vid! Loved how the people walking the wall were stopping and looking up at your Skyhunter. It flys like a dream!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate, glad you liked it :) Yeah its funny to see them stop and look, they probably haven't a clue whats going on :D

[@johnny4498]

wow, this hobby is the best on earth! Great build Adam!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Jojo. It can be a frustrating hobby at times but flights like this make it all worth while :)

[@johnny4498]

Adam G does FPV Yes i know:)

[@JamesHurd]

Ezuhf I don't think so Lol my bloody thing has been in more real planes than models wile in the post back and forth to the uk.. 3rd time lucky maybe! And don't get me started on the fy41ap lite cheap china's best... And one more thing R.I.P my TBS Caipirinha wing it drowned in a river!! : (

[@RakishRc]

Amazing flight 👍

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks :)

[@brendendas]

Adam you need to get a Facebook page and document your stuff there, or a blog. Love your content, where you are in FPV/RC is exactly where I want to be.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hello Brenden. Thank you for the comments. Interesting I hadn't thought of making an FPV page... I think I might very well do that when I get some spare time :) meanwhile, you can always fire across any questions you have.

[@brendendas]

Do you use navigation lights on your airplanes?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hi Brenden. No I have no lights on any of them

[@grim-upnorth]

great video as always Adam.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers Chris :)

[@taqyon]

Ah man that was stunning, thanks! Hope you won!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Hein :D

[@hover82]

Perfect smooth flying, would also love to fly at the sea once :)

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment :) Flying over the sea gets you some cool shots, adds a little risk though :P

[@inoculableMT]

bravo. well done sir!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment :)

[@inoculableMT]

Question-Did you have a mission set up or did you have it on something like a loiter/circle mode on launch? I find this aircraft hard to hand launch myself.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I had in in 'Launch Mode'. This is a feature of the MFD AP and one of the reasons I love it. It basically stabilises the plane and maintains a 30 degree climb unlit you disengage it by moving the elevator stick. You can change the degree of climb etc in the settings.

[@rcfreakamit]

Lovely. must be lots of fun :)

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers :) yeah it was a very enjoyable flight, all the equipment was working as it should and just great weather and location

[@norsefpv4735]

Very nice!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks 👍🏼

[@syb2625]

COOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL !

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :D

[@richardmark4385]

your the best great video

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers Richard, glad you enjoyed it :)

[@cicco1838]

awesome thank you for video...

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment :)

[@itosan8004]

Thanks for sharing. Nice

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for watching :)

[@allant9432]

great flight,what a great picture you are getting for 7k away

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Allan. Was a great flight with not a single issue with the video or control link. very happy :)

[@gofrr666]

Great flight, next Please :-)

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers :) Next Skyhunter flight will be released in the next 5 mins :D

[@DroneManiac]

I'm a drone guy so this looks freaking awesome. Earned my sub and like.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment and sub :D glad you liked it!

[@DroneManiac]

Adam G does FPV your welcome man, keep them coming.

[@WAGODOY]

Great Video !!!!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Wagner :)

[@calypsoairfpv8655]

so well done. an expert at fpv you are! I have so much to learn still.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate :D I'm still learning all the time myself, doesn't always go this smooth for me :P

[@TheNifar]

nice flight!!! precioso vuelo!!!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :D

[@pointman028]

Love it

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :D

[@tommasodomenici5341]

Hi really really nice vid!!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hey, thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed the vid :)

[@big5astra]

Now that IS a GREAT video Adam - and good music too!! Well done!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed it. Believe it or not I came across this music on a Skrillex album!

[@CurryKitten]

Really nice Adam, great flowing angles. enjoyed that

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Wayne, appreciate it :)

[@Steve-O_FPV]

Awesome.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Steve. I need to take one of my new planes back to this spot!

[@sumerianrcpilot8889]

very nice setup and awesome footages, keep the good.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Mohammed :)

[@simonetwinn4897]

Its great when someone does something different for a change! The shot from the Runcam just makes it for me--brilliant!! Subscribed!!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hello Simone, thanks for the comment and for sub! I find myself the more variation in the views and scenes the more watchable the video. You may have noticed there was a 2nd Runcam in the tail too. Sadly it recorded on the ground for 10secs and then stopped :(

[@JakeBullit123]

cracking that,beautiful place.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers Jake :) Is a nice spot when the weather is right

[@zoxwolf2133]

Awesome

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :)

[@zoxwolf2133]

You are welcome mate. What is total price for setup?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I'd guess around £1,500

[@markburgess4528]

Fantastic flight and wonderful photography Adam. Wish I had places like that to fly. All the best!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Mark, it is a great spot with some nice scenery. Cheers :)

[@beast6125]

aww great stuff Adam. Loved it

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers Tim, glad you liked it :D

[@StigBSivertsen]

Awesome!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :D

[@Ard1400]

great video Adam! so nice!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate :) Hope you're getting on well with your Skywalker

[@cptxeros]

Up the Dubs, Ya Mad ting ! Nice video ...!!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Haha thanks :D

[@flyinflea]

Fantastic video mate, and brave flying over all that open water too. I like where you've put the runcam on the wing. Really well done! I'm off to Ireland for my hols tonight and can't fit my SH and all of the 1.3 safely into the car, so watching this brings a tear to my eye....I can just about squeeze my trusty bix2 in, so not all bad!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate. Yeah its hard work getting these things on a plane safely with you. My dad is over for the weekend and has managed to bring his Drak over from England! He had a flight case made for it though. At least you have the bix :) should be fun!

[@EnglishTurbines]

Nice scenery....A good advertisment for Runcam, the one placed near your DLink Dipole must be emission free....:)

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Yeah this was a test flight with the Runcam there, balances the wins as the VTx is heavier. Seemed to work absolutely great, solid control link still.

[@EnglishTurbines]

Adam G does FPV Yeah, its a lot cleaner than the Mobius, emmisions on 433 are pretty bad by all acounts....Isnt there a 60fps Mobius available now..?

[@Fpvfreaky]

Great video adds. 👍🏽 look forward to more like this.. 👍🏽

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate. More to follow as long as the weather allows 👍🏼

[@ppridday]

Beautiful vid Adam. Hoping to achieve the same results myself one day.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment, glad you liked it :) good luck with your FPV

[@hb9hal]

love your Video and also the Sky Hunter FPV ;-)

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for watching and commenting :D

[@jpicazio]

awesome video

[@flod.2473]

Wonderful !👌👍

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers Flo :)

[@FLYWDRAGHIL]

Am in love with your fpv videos but your sunset video is no more available??? That video is too superb please upload it again if u deleated it!!!👍👍

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate, great t hear you're linking the vids. As mentioned on the other comment, it's normally because you're watching it on a blocked device. Usually a phone or tablet. Will play fine on a PC or Mac.

[@FLYWDRAGHIL]

Fine.....waiting for your next videos..brother

[@Bulgie]

Keep it up man. Great material!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Christian, glad you enjoyed it.

[@AlamDias]

Nice man! cheers from brasil!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Alam :) I was in Brasil 3 years ago and loved it there. Cheers

[@bwiles12]

Very nice vid broski.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers :)

[@alifaisal9]

Adam G does FPV mean you are flying the way back PMM said the price is not very clear to you

[@brskyrc679]

Maravilha, muito bom parabéns!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Obrigado, estou feliz que você tenha gostado :)

[@andywonline]

Nice video! I would be so nervous of losing my bird at such long distances / over water.. amazing that it can be done with such a robust signal and flight reliability.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Andrew. It is a bit nerve racking but its a very reliable bird, worth the risk to get great footage like this though.

[@rayhayden]

Love it! Watching and Supporting, LIKING this video, and I joined your network!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for watching and subscribing Ray :D

[@gadgetman404]

That was awesome I subbed to you I fly quad want something small but can go far wow wow love flying

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment :)

[@sniperkillzone8346]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏Top

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :D

[@Soldier53flyer]

Nice video, do you have a video on your system?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :) I have a video on my skywalker which uses the same ground station, and I have a brief build video of the Skyhunter.

[@shayfennelly8195]

Impressive. Would you be interested in visiting Mayo for a flight?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Yeah I would. Looks like some great scenery up there. Its just finding a day with the right weather when I am free to make the trip.

[@shayfennelly8195]

email me and I will send further details. currently building a skyhunter (slowly) [e-mail]

[@jonbuckiflyer8800]

Wow👍 Outstanding. So many question for you. Guess I'm going to join Facebook so I can check you out for those pointers to build this one. "Like yours".. Great video and Sub'd

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hi, thanks for the comment :) good luck with the build and let me know if you have any questions

[@HuwFerris-John]

What's the dial in the bottom left of your osd? Great footage as always Adam

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :) the dial is a feature of the MFD AP which shows voltage. I never really looked at it if I'm honest

[@stuartfromcambridge6431]

Hi Adam Firstly, very informative video and unlike many on KZbin very watchable. I know I'm late to the party but better late than never. I am deeply into multirotors, RC Aircraft, RC jets and have decided to build a RC Aircraft / UAV with autopilot. I have purchased a Reaper UAV aircraft which with the aid of my 3D printer will modify to accomplish this. How do you like the Cyclops Tornado? Do you use any chat programs. It would be great to pick you brain and maybe avoid any built in dangers. My budget is pretty much without limits. I live in East Anglian. Hope to chat soon, best regards

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cyclops Tornado is a fairly solid autopilot, very good value for money! Feel free to message me on my Facebook page, happy to help :)

[@FlowersForYou629]

Would the skywalker be a good option for a beginner fpv plane? I plan to buy a little cheap all-in-one plane to learn to fly and then quickly move to fpv. FPV is the whole reason I want to get into the hobby.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Yeah the Skywalker is a good start. Its very stable plane with its glider config. You know the plane in this video isn't a skywalker though right? :P

[@FlowersForYou629]

Adam G does FPV Yes, I know the plane in this video is a skyhunter. I probably should have commented on your skywalker video to avoid confusion. Thanks for noticing and clarifying that.

[@brubakerjm]

Awesome video. Are you powering the servos off the Plush ESC or the Turnigy 5v UBEC? We have almost identical setups and I was wondering if you trust the Plush ESC.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks Jacob. Yes i power the servos from the Turnigy 5v UBEC, i don't use the BEC in the ESC to power anything

[@stephendaly9754]

Amazing! Pppleeeeaaaasseee come to Limerick lol. I've no one to fly with 😂😪

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Haha Cheers Stephen, If I get chance to come that way and fly I will let you know :)

[@stephendaly9754]

+Adam G does FPV sounds good!

[@JamesHurd]

Same in west cork :(

[@stephendaly9754]

+James Hurd I'm very close to charleville!

[@JamesHurd]

Any chance you can get down west?

[@FlyingZayin]

Flying in ALT mode would increase your efficiency a lot. On such relaxed slow missions it is really a way to go. Try and see for yourself :)

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I do fly ALT mode occasionally and you're right, it is very relaxing. I like STAB as it gives a little more control and allows me to tilt the plane to get the camera angles i'm after. Cheers

[@alainbibi0047]

Hi, great travel, 40 minutes is it the typical time of flying ?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Alain Bibi Thanks 👍🏼 my wife was ready to leave the beach so I landed with plenty of battery left. My longest flight so far was 1 hour 15 minutes. I think if I was trying to be economical I could manage 1h 30m

[@alainbibi0047]

Thanks for comment, have a good day :)

[@break3step807]

cool Video!! I have got a question. Which airplan (Skyhunter, Skywalker 1900) do you prefer?? Which is faster?, and which is the more efficient one in view of the battery??

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Skyhunter = Faster. Skywalker = more efficient. However, Skyhunter has way more space inside and can carry a lot more battery than the Skywalker, so therefore has a longer range/potential flight time.

[@thomasrobinson1297]

great vids Adam which aircraft do you favour for Fpv.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

depends what kind of flight I want to do. Skyhunter is a great all rounder though!

[@paul1445]

Hi ! Why did you change your " skywalker " to a " skyhunter " ! Ty :D

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hey Paul... I actually still have the Skywalker and will still be fling it. Its a different style of plane. Walker is more slow cruising and taking in the views... Skyhunter wants to fly faster and I will be using for more acrobatic low speed runs (not really evident from this video I know).

[@bennyfehr02]

Awesome Video Man!! What kind of panning servo do you have?

[@bennyfehr02]

Never mind, just done reading the description ;P

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment :)

[@richardamiss7000]

It's always been weird to me that there is a blanket rule to not fly over people. I get that with a quad because they usually fall straight down. Fixed wing could easily not be over people, have a failsafe and glide into a pool party.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Yeah true, but I guess it's just safer to not fly over people than to allow it.

[@thomasrobinson1297]

ok Adam thanks for the info I have a Skywalker revolution on its way hope I made the right call

[@probante]

Really loved your video . Congrats! Can you tell me the lowest and highest altitude? Specially the lowest cause I have a RMRC too 400 and 800 mw) and would like to know if I can trust it T low altitude. Ciao!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed it. During this flight I would say my lowest altitude was around 20m and highest of around 140. It all depends on your video antennas really.

[@probante]

+Adam G does FPV skeeplannar in the plane and SAME ad yours on my Ground station (PitLab )

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Ah you'll be able to fly low and far in the right environment then

[@353flyer]

great flight dude! is your panning input link to your headtracker

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :) Its not linked to my head tracker on this plane (it is on my Skywalker). I could easily do it but prefer this one on a slider

[@353flyer]

+Adam G does FPV thanks man I'll subscribe to ya great video fpv mate! I'm an fpver myself too

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Cheers mate :) hope you enjoy my other videos! Happy FPV'ing

[@einsaan]

Beautiful! Is the OSD built-in to the flight controller or you are using a separate one?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :) The MFD AP is an autopilot and OSD all in one.

[@Mar1wan1]

Very nice... So is ur camera control in a slider or nob or what ? How do u know center point

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thank you. Yes the camera pan is on a slider which clicks into place when its in the centre so its easy to locate. I use the Taranis and its the LS slider.

[@Mar1wan1]

+Adam G does FPV thx for the reply... Wat servi r u using cause mine doesnt center rigth

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

You're welcome. Sail winch 360 servo. Check out the video description, it contains an entire kit list with links to where they can be viewed/purchased

[@heliobteixeira1]

What advantages do you find when using the airspeed with the MFD?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Well the clear advantage is that you know you won't stall the plane (which could lead to a bad crash). If your ground speed is showing 50kmph but you have a tail wind of 20kmph then you only have a 30kmph air speed, you wouldn't know this unless you have the airspeed sensor.

[@Migueldeservantes]

Any comment on why your amp power consumption fluctuate so much??

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I'm not sure. I just put it down to the MFD AP behaviour.

[@austntexan]

what do you think your range would be if you drew your 16Ah lipo down to 20%, ~50KM?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I think I've done over 70km on this setup before. Depends how economically you fly.

[@voldelurubu619]

Nice flight. Do you use an automatic launch of your autopilot ?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks. Yes I use the MFD AP. You activate 'LAUNCH' mode which stabilises the plane and maintains a 30 degree pitch up. Once you move the elevator stick it deactivates launch mode.

[@voldelurubu619]

My Pitlab does the same, but I never tryed

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Might be worth trying, makes life easy :)

[@mistickiller4859]

Hello Adam, here I would have wanted to know that it was your favorite airplane for the long range for speed and autonomy battery equal?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

For long range and autonomy it would definitely be the Skyhunter. In terms pf speed, it depends what you're after, with my current setup it can cruise up to 120kmph

[@Fcentauy]

Hi Adam. We are building the same plane and we are using all yours links. Thanks for the complete parts list. We have a couple of questions about the set up. First. Is the vtx installed on the wing? Or you are using a cable to reattach the antenna installed at the wing? Same question about the dragonlimk receiver. You have it installed at the fuselage and a cable to the wing?. Thanks in advanced

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hi, glad to hear the list is useful :) I installed the DL Rx and the Vtx out on the wings. You can see the underside of my wings 8 seconds in on my Skyhunter build video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3nKdZynq9eVaac

[@Fcentauy]

Adam G does FPV Perfect. That's the vid. That I was looking. Thanks again :)

[@acgkplh]

Would this setup be OK for a fixed wing virgin? I've built and flown 250 size quads and phantoms (but phantoms practically fly themselves! Thanks, great video

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I would say its not ideal for a first plane... but then i never started with a plane that was classed as suitable for first plane either and it went well.

[@piloto5248]

wow i love your setup is a big risk if that motor or speed control fail over water but we love this hobby another thing thanks for be responsible not to fly over people 5 stars....

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks :) Yeah its a risk flying over water, maybe one day I will lose it, but will have been worth it for the many flights it will have survived :D

[@ArslanFutbol1]

Can the video use zoom feature during fpv or for later watch?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I'm not aware of any FPV cameras that have a zoom feature no. As for the HD camera you place on board for recording, well that just depends on the spec of that camera and the ability to control it remotely.

[@blueflamingo1]

Do you find the centring on that winch servo to be bad? Mine doesn't even return to centre most of the time.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

It actually seems to centre fine for me but you're not the first to mention they've had issues with it.

[@MichaelPipes101]

Nice..... I need a new platform because the Parrot Disco is OBSOLETE AND DISCONTINUED!!!!!!!!!!!!! OH YEA SUB

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Thanks for watching and for Sub. You'll be pleased you ditched the Parrot if you get a setup like this :)

[@Migueldeservantes]

How much this plane weight??

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I actually don't know. I can check next time I fly.

[@JamesHurd]

possible fpv road trip to here Carrauntoohil in Kerry if anyone is interested?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I do have plans to fly there but not set a date. Its a long way from me. Let me know your plans and I will see what I can do

[@PedroMatabuena]

What servos did you use it?

[@Woody265]

Hi Adam i really enjoy your videos.You inspired me to choose the skyhunter for my plane and i have been testing it out when i can in the gaps in the rubbish weather.I have been struggling with launching and due to past positive experience i chose an apm 2.8.I have also had trouble with my minim osd and telemetry it is a frustrating part of the hobby but with the weather the way it is all i can do is the bench testing anyway.I am considering investing in the MFD autopilot and was wondering if it would solve a few of my problems all in one go.Was it hard to get it set up? does it have some kind of autotune like the apm? is the OSD configurable? etc etc.. I will hit google and youtube and find out info for myself but i just thought a message here to you might help me make the decision also.Keep up the great videos and keep giving me something to aspire to.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hey Ant, great to hear that I inspired you t buy the Skyhunter, some of the best feedback I can get :) The launch is always something I don't really look forward to or enjoy, but since I got the MFD AP its the easiest thing ever. The hobby can be very frustrating, you just need to keep at it and you will get the results you're after. The MFD AP is configurable to a certain extent, not as much as the APM i'd guess. The OSD displays everything i'd want and the flight modes are exactly what i'm after too. It doesn't have an autotune but you can do 'in flight tuning' by turning dials on your tx to adjust gains, and its pretty simple! Once you've done that you can use launch mode and it will be in the air so easily every time. Take a look at this to get an idea what the in flight tuning is like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmaaaoSEgM5ppLs

[@Woody265]

That was a great video to link, thank you it may have made up my mind for me! Launch mode looks pretty awesome.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

No problem :) If you are in the UK then i recommend buying it from flyingwings.co.uk. Launch mode is great, and best seen in my Skyhunter maiden video, and my Skyhunter between the clouds vid :)

[@junothejupiterorbiter1035]

How did you keep LOS on this thing?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Binoculars😄

[@JamesHurd]

Question how do you get away with flying 1.2ghz video in Dublin bay.. I thought you could only use 5.8 25mw here in Ireland?O and Up Cork Boy!!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

People do it all over in many countries. 99% of people flying 5.8 will be on way over 25mw unless competing. More common to see people using 600mw, like the IRC vtx we all know.

[@blueflamingo1]

Where abouts in west cork are you located?

[@JamesHurd]

CLONAKILTY / DUNMANWAY

[@blueflamingo1]

I'll be doing some FPV flying right down near the Mizen Head soon.

[@JamesHurd]

cool msg me and I will pop down for a look..

[@RYZ25008]

Hello Adam! Just wondering how much amp do you draw while cruising? I have a similar setup sunnysky 3548(2826) 880kv with 12x6 apc and I draw 11-13 amps at middle throttle. Also what should be the voltage at for 4s when you land? Thank you very much!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

It can cruise at around 10amps but that would be less than mid throttle on mine I think. The reading on the AP might not be deadly accurate for amp draw but it's a good rough guide. In terms of battery voltage on a 4S, it should ideally be at 14.80v, but remember while you're flying and the battery is on load the voltage will sag slight (some lipos more than others) and it might read say 13.6v for example, but once you land and let the lipo settle for a while it will go back up. If you have a mah counter on your OSD I would go by that, land once you've used 80% of the batteries capacity. If not then use trial and error, check what the voltage is just as you land, and see what it is after it settles on the ground, if it goes back up to over 14.80 you know you could take it to a lower voltage next flight. Hope this helps.

[@XRPgeneration]

Really great. I noticed you have an automated take-off, like I have on my Parrot Disco. Did you setup your transmitter for that or is it MFD ? Cheers. Phil

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hi Phil, thanks for the comment :) It's the MFD AP in Launch mode for the automated take off. All i've done on the transmitter is set up a switch that activates 80% throttle with a 10 second delay for a true hands free launch.

[@timosmit4317]

Hey man, I'm in the market for one of these planes and have to ask wich one do you recommend Skywalker or Skyhunter?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

If you want to do slower cruising with a very stable platform the Skywalker is better. Sky hunter has a different wing style and suits faster flying. It also has a much larger space for payload! Overall I think the hunter is a better all rounder. Hope this helps.

[@JustinGarciaIndustries]

Adam..I was curious if you experience any video latency with the 5.8 repeater setup? thank you.

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

None at all. If I do, its not noticeable to the human eye.

[@JustinGarciaIndustries]

Perfect! I'm gonna build a 2.4 base with that repeater. I don't like to be tethered when I launch :) thank you!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Yeah its well worth it! You won't go back once you've had a repeater

[@JustinGarciaIndustries]

Adam G does FPV thanks for posting your setup. It's gonna make my wallet hurt! Lol! Great video!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Haha sorry about that ;-) No worries, glad it was of use

[@break3step807]

Is the mfd autopilot better than the cyclops tornado osd??

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

I like both, and the answer is they are different. Advantages of the Tornado: its cheap, reliable, full of features and easy to use. Comes with airspeed sensor built in. Advantages of the MFD: All the features I want including auto launch mode. Access menu using the Tx and can perform in flight tuning. Compatible with my MFT antenna tracker, no config needed. Disadvantages of Tornado: No launch mode, cannot access menu through tx, use on board controller. Not compatible with my tracker, need to add a 2nd ODS for tracking. Disadvantages of MFD: Expensive, over double the cost of Tornado. Air speed sensor is an additional extra. Conclusion: Tornado great if you don't have a tracker, awesome feature for the money. MFD: More features, more expensive, well worth it if you use the MFD tracker.

[@break3step807]

Adam G does FPV thank you very much I think I'll take the skyhunter with the mfd autopilot, thus the same equipment as you!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Great choice ;)

[@AlamDias]

auto take off ?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Yes this take off was done using the MFD AP 'Launch' mode

[@AlamDias]

Thank you man. In brasil it is too expensive :(

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Yeah it's not a cheap AP, but I think its worth the money :)

[@DickGibson]

Fantastic video man the best SkyHunter vid this year!!!!! Cheers Super duper way way way kool man

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hey, thanks for the feedback, best Skyhunter vid of the year is a great compliment :D Cheers

[@SkyblueAviation]

7km range? How can i get that and for how much?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Check out the video description. All kit used in this video is listed with links. This plane has been range tested up to 17km

[@SkyblueAviation]

Alright, since i know nothing about RC planes, can you give me the link to the piece that gives the 17 km range? Also the battery that last long. Thanks!

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Hey. As mentioned, the links are all in the video description :)

[@willconway40]

Skyblue Aviation HD I hope this comment is still relevant, as I would like to clear up a few things. As you said, "the piece" that gives such good range, is actually multiple high-end systems and components working together to give control and video feed to the pilot. Just thought I'd clear it up, as for someone getting into the hobby, it becomes quite daunting when trying to buy immediately, and a lot can go wrong. If you have any questions you can go to Flite Test, a great company with a passion for getting people into the hobby cheaply and effectively. Watch some of their videos and you'll be able to step in the right direction. Good luck!

[@tweek1977]

what is the name of place

[@tweek1977]

?

[@AdamGdoesFPV]

Its Dublin port

[@tweek1977]

Adam G does FPV thanks :)