Recent content by Dom7785

Hi everyone, has anyone here replaced the internal batteries for the AE86 color screen remote control? I haven’t dug too deep into research yet, but a contact in the manufacturing/design industry mentioned that most people just opt to buy a whole new remote. That seems like a ridiculous solution...

They had no flight restrictions in Tampa yesterday. However Hilary Clinton was speaking at the Straz center at the time I was flying which I was not aware till later. Curious if the helicopter was dispatched as a result to ID the situation. They didn’t stay long on me just enough to locate...

I think I know the reason behind the encounter; Hillary Clinton was speaking at an event downtown Tampa. I was flying in that general area at the exact time. They probably got a notice that someone was operating a drone and went out to investigate.

AE86 Pro max

An interesting incident took place today at Curtis Hixon Park in downtown Tampa. I’ve flown my drone in various locations around Tampa without any issues, but I had never flown there before. The park is a beautiful, open space, and after checking both the Air Aware and Air Control apps, I...

This week I took to the skies around Tampa, capturing the city from a perspective that never fails to amaze. Here are some of the highlight photos from my flights.

I would also recommend having a weather app handy that allows you to see what kind of wind conditions are at various altitudes. I’ve gotten myself in trouble once, flying in an area where gusts were reported above what my drone normally handles the min I got to 300 feet. Ground level was fine...

Hi everyone, I’m Dom, new to the community and excited to connect with fellow enthusiasts. I fly the AE86 Pro Max, and so far, it’s been an incredible experience. The drone has exceeded my expectations with its performance and durability, but I’ve found it surprisingly difficult to find detailed...