BetaFPV has just launched its latest creation for the year, the Air series brushless 1S whoop—Air65. These little quads are specifically designed for beginners looking to practice freestyle and racing. With the continuous advancements in FPV quads technology, the BetaFPV air65 tinywhoops have received significant upgrades across the board compared to the 2022 version of the Meteor65 Pro.
Air65 vs. Meteor65 Pro
Flight Controller: The Air65 uses a 4-in-1 flight controller (FC). In the FPV quadcopter world, all-in-one FCs have become the standard, seen in models like the Newbeedrone Acrobee and Happymodel Mobula6 2024. These FCs not only make the drone lighter but also simplify maintenance and adjustments for pilots due to their integrated design.
Canopy: The Air65 features a soft canopy, which has two main advantages over the Meteor65 Pro’s rigid canopy. it’s lighter, and it allows for easy adjustment of the camera angle to match different pilots’ flying styles.
Frame: The air65 frame weighs just 2.6 g, making it 0.47g lighter than the meteor65 pro frame. Plus, it’s more resistant to deformation, so it maintains its flight performance better.
VTX: The Air65 has a max VTX power of 400mW, which gives it a more stable signal compared to the Meteor65 Pro’s 350mW.
BetaFPV Air65
- Weight: 17.1g
- Wheelbase: 65mm
- FC: 4 in 1
- Motor: 0702SE
Meteor65 PRO
- Weight: 23.01g
- Wheelbase: 65mm
- FC: F4 1S 5A FC
- Motor: 0802SE
Freestyle vs. Racing Version of Air65
The main difference is the motors and propellers. As follows:
Freestyle Version:
- 23000kv motor
- 0.67g/set propellers
Racing Version:
- 27000kv motor
- 0.74g/set propellers
The freestyle version is suitable for most pilots, offering a balanced performance. The racing version, with its more powerful setup, is better suited for pilots with some flying experience looking for extra speed and agility.
Best Replacement Batteries for Air65 and Air75
To extend flight time and enhance performance, I recommend these batteries:
- BetaFPV Air65: Tattu 1S 300mAh 75C 3.8V HV Lipo with BT2.0 Connector
- BetaFPV Air75: Tattu 1S 450mAh 95C 3.8V HV Lipo with BT2.0 Connector
In tests, the stock battery provides around 3 minutes of flight time. These Tattu batteries, however, deliver over 4 minutes of flight time and give you more punch.
