Sept. 18, 2025
YDQA: Ep 121- "What Drone Repairs Can You Do Yourself?"
In this episode of Your Drone Questions. Answered, host Chris Breedlove sits down with drone repair and FPV expert Wade Holbrook to explore the world of DIY repairs and custom builds.
We cover:
- The easiest, most common drone repairs pilots can do themselves
- Must-have tools and parts to keep in your go bag for fieldwork
- How learning to solder can save you time (and money) on the job
- The pros and cons of building custom drones vs. buying off-the-shelf models
- Insights into open-source platforms, coding, and UI challenges
- Real-world stories of repairs that saved entire missions
Whether you’re a commercial pilot, hobbyist, or curious about building your own drone, this episode will give you practical advice and inspiration to get hands-on with your gear.
🔗 Learn more about Wade and DSLR Pros: https://www.dslrpros.com
💡 Got a drone question for a future episode? Visit ydqa.io
