Review Event Rules
30 minutesreview event rules with precision, following established drone racing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Advanced2-4 weeks
Competition Preparation Guide
Learn competition preparation from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
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Workflow
Build Race Spare Quad
45 minutesbuild race spare quad with precision, following established drone racing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Plan Battery Rotation
60 minutesplan battery rotation with precision, following established drone racing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Scout Course Layout
75 minutesscout course layout with precision, following established drone racing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Mental Prep Routine
1-2 hoursmental prep routine with precision, following established drone racing methods and verifying results at each stage.
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Reference Materials
Competition Preparation ReferenceTable
Key benchmarks for competition preparation.
| Component | Typical | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | 5 inch | Race spec |
| KV | 1700-2300 | 4S |
| VTX | 25-800mW | Pit mode |
Flight TimeFormula
Time (min) ≈ (capacity mAh × 0.8) ÷ avg draw A
LiPo SafetyStandard
Never charge unattended; storage voltage 3.8V per cell.
Sim Hours First
Log simulator time before flying expensive race quads — muscle memory prevents crashes.
Battery Discipline
Land at 3.6V per cell — over-discharging LiPo permanently damages packs.
Prop Safety
Remove props when working on bench and never arm near spectators.
Safety Notes
- Use prop guards in practice and never fly near spectators without netting.
- Charge LiPo batteries in fireproof bags and never leave unattended.