The incredible advancements in the field of unmanned aircraft within the last
decade have made it possible for almost anyone to build their own UAV, opening
up exciting business opportunities in numerous fields ranging from video
production to agriculture. However, many beginners and even more experienced
hobbyists find this daunting, as reliable information for construction and
programming of unmanned aircraft is often scattered across various sources, and
the industry lacks established standards for the safe and efficient operation of
small unmanned aircraft.
The Droner’s Manual compiles the most important and relevant
knowledge into a guide for both beginner and experienced operators. With his
expertise as a UAV operator for government, industry, and hobby uses, author
Kevin Jenkins offers step-by-step guidance to build, program, test, and fly both
multicopters and fixed-wing aircraft for a variety of purposes. This
comprehensive manual covers unmanned system components, aircraft set up, flight
controller fundamentals and failsafe features, regulations for recreational and
commercial use, the flight testing process, and flight operations. The more than
70 illustrations include detailed schematics and diagrams for the construction
of complex systems such as first-person view (FPV) and imaging payloads.
You will fly with confidence by following this book’s direction on mission
planning, checklists, and safe flight operations. Whether you use it to build
your first unmanned aircraft or as a handy reference in the field, The
Droner’s Manual is an essential for drone builders, pilots, and
operators.