How can a beginner systematically get started with FPV? I'm already over 30 years old.

[Fanli]

I'm in Shenzhen, China, in my 30s, with a stable job and life, but I don't meet many people. Recently, I've been thinking about getting into FPV drones, mainly for aerial photography and to pass the time, but I don't know where to start. Also, FPV prices range from a few hundred to several thousand yuan, and I don't know how to choose. Can anyone give me some advice? Thank you very much, and best of luck!

 

[Made2Phly]

I'm in Shenzhen, China, in my 30s, with a stable job and life, but I don't meet many people. Recently, I've been thinking about getting into FPV drones, mainly for aerial photography and to pass the time, but I don't know where to start. Also, FPV prices range from a few hundred to several thousand yuan, and I don't know how to choose. Can anyone give me some advice? Thank you very much, and best of luck!

12 hours wih a simulator, at least. Velidrome or Lift off are good choices. Learning curve is steep. Also, there IS a separate forum for FPV .

 

[FletcherAero]

I started with the Avata 2 with the motion controller. It works great for what I am looking for and is pretty simple to pick up.

 

[BlueHeeler]

When it comes to Drones, Age is not a barrier nor an obstacle, jump right in and learn, lots of ways to do it.
Best Wishes to You !!!

 

[Cafguy]

Your first FPV Drone should always be the Simulator.....I use Liftoff! The Drone you start with should be a whoop NOT a freestyle, I would suggest a Tiny Whoop., EMAXX makes a nice starter drone.
Remember you are gonna crash ALOT so keep the props in a cage for now. If money is tight Well the FPV Hobby will get rough at times lol This hobby chews up dollars!!!
Purchase a controller that you will be using to fly with...Get Liftoff and plug that controller into the computer and start your adventure. DO not use a game controller with the SIM you wont learn a thing.
The Avata is a good suggestion and are Very nice trainers, The price is a little steep tho....If you can afford it the avata would make a good second FPV Drone. FPV is a new world, you face a bit of a learning curve, BUT You are entering the funnest most addictive activity this hobby has to offer....DO NOT give up!!! Stick with it and before you know it you will be racing the gates with the rest of us!!
Visit Youtube and start watching EVERY Bardwell video you can find!!!!!! (your gonna learn something today!!)

 

[Nanny Ogg]

No one is born knowing how to fly an FPV. As soon as you start to learn, you will begin gaining experience.

 

[moldorf]

I was 'already over 30 years old' in 1983 and I bought my first drone 5 years ago. Age is no barrier to being able to navigate a learning curve, and the navigation can be fun

 

[mavic3usa]

I think you are lucky there are easy to fly drones like the DJI Avata and the DJI NEO which are very good beginner drones for the new FPV flyer. In case you get that "this is possible, I'm never going to be able to...." feeling that I and others got when we first started out, I took it slow and I flew almost daily even if for a tiny bit, one battery. In about 6 months, I was super comfortable and after a year, I was sorta embarrassed that I thought this was something I could never do. I may not be able to fly like the pros but I can handle all types of locations under various conditions at many levels. My point is take your time and ultimately....it's gonna happen for you, believe it or not. Good luck!