About

Gender

Male


Location

Christchurch


About Me:

Semi retired living in Christchurch, New Zealand


Please tell us a bit about your UAV interest

Developed interest around 8 years ago in RC helis and still flying several Align electrics. Constructed quadcopter based around Ardupilot APM 2.5 and more recently purchased second hand 3DR Iris +


Hometown:

Christchurch


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Michael Foate replied to Michael Foate's discussion Iris + won't arm in IRIS
"When I have it connected to the computer via USB, with or without MP open and connected, the Iris will arm so there is no error message on the flight data screen.
However, prior to getting to this point I have had the error message 'Prearm : GPS…"
Aug 22, 2017
Michael Foate posted a discussion in IRIS
I have an Iris + using a Spektrum satellite and DX9 radio. I can only get the Iris to arm and motors run when the Iris is connected to my computer via USB (plus with LIPO plugged in of course).If I go through this procedure without the USB cable…
Aug 21, 2017
Michael Foate posted a discussion
I have just purchased a second hand 3DR Iris + without propellers. Can someone please give me advice on here I can get the correct propellers for this.Many thanks
Jul 5, 2017