{"product_id":"zohd-altus-vtol-pnp","title":"ZOHD Altus VTOL PNP","description":"\u003ch1\u003eZOHD Altus VTOL: Your Runway is Now Optional\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s be honest, finding a decent runway in the UK that isn’t a bog, a public park full of dogs, or restricted airspace is a proper mission. Enter the \u003cstrong\u003eZOHD Altus VTOL\u003c\/strong\u003e, the FPV plane that treats runways with the contempt they deserve. This isn't just another foamie; it's your ticket to launching from practically anywhere you can stand. We’ve got the \u003cstrong\u003eZOHD Altus VTOL PNP\u003c\/strong\u003e in UK stock, ready to save you from yet another weekend of trudging through muddy fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Want It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture this: you pull up to a stunning flying spot, but the only flat bit of ground is the size of a doormat. With a normal plane, it's game over. With the Altus VTOL, you just flick a switch and ascend majestically like you own the place. This kit combines ZOHD's legendary EPP durability with a pre-tuned power system designed for vertical take-off and landing. It’s the perfect excuse to spend money you were probably just going to waste on something sensible anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Take-Off \u0026amp; Landing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because runways are a relic of the past. Launch from your garden, the beach, or that one mysteriously flat rock you found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlue-Free Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clicks together faster than you can say \"where did I put the UHU Por?\". Get it built during your lunch break. Probably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable EPP Foam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to withstand what the FPV community politely calls \"unplanned landings.\" It'll bounce back from mishaps that would turn other planes into confetti.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHD Camera Bay:\u003c\/strong\u003e A purpose-built nose that fits your GoPro, DJI, or RunCam without needing a kilo of hot glue and hope. Capture those epic views without the jello.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNACA Air Cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps your VTX and other electronics from cooking themselves into a puff of magic smoke, even on those rare hot British summer days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZOHD (You know 'em, you love 'em)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Altus VTOL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Quality EPP (The bouncy kind, not the brittle stuff)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 980mm (38.58\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 770mm (30.31\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3x 2204-1870KV (Two for lift, one for yeet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3x 30A w\/5V 2A BEC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServos:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15kg Metal gear (Enough torque to steer you out of most bad decisions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropellers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-blade 5x4.2x3 (Two are included, because we know you)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box*\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x ZOHD Altus PNP VTOL Airframe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x VTOL Servos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3x Motors (pre-installed, you're welcome)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3x ESCs (also pre-installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x Servos for Ailerons and V-Tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x Propellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Assembly, a flight controller, radio receiver, and battery are required. This isn't a free lunch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The factory might swap a screw or a clevis for a slightly different one just to keep us on our toes, but the core Altus VTOL kit is guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Parts (The \"Not Included\" Bit)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight, \"Plug-N-Play\" in the RC world really means \"Provide-N-Pray.\" This glorious piece of EPP foam needs a few extra bits to actually defy gravity. Here’s what our team of professional crash-test dummies (aka pilots) recommend you bolt inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlight Controller:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can't just slap any old flight controller in here. You need one that speaks VTOL. That means a board capable of running \u003cstrong\u003eArduPilot\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eiNav\u003c\/strong\u003e. Something like a SpeedyBee F405 Wing or similar is a solid choice. Prepare for a bit of a software-side adventure; getting that transition smooth is a rite of passage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your choice of power brick depends on the mission. For agile, \"let's scare some pigeons\" flying, grab a \u003cstrong\u003e4S 2200-3700mAh LiPo\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you're planning a long-range cruise to the next county, you'll want the endurance of a \u003cstrong\u003e4S2P 7000mAh 18650 Li-Ion pack\u003c\/strong\u003e. Choose wisely: do you want speed or a flight time measured in geological eras?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadio Receiver:\u003c\/strong\u003e This depends entirely on what transmitter you've sworn allegiance to. For god-tier range and reliability, you can't go wrong with \u003cstrong\u003eExpressLRS\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eTBS Crossfire\u003c\/strong\u003e. Just make sure it has at least 8 channels to handle all the flight modes and the magic VTOL switch. Don't skimp here unless you enjoy watching your new plane fly away forever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStill Here?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWow, you actually read the whole thing. Most people just look at the pictures and the price, then immediately check their bank balance with a sense of impending dread. Since you’re clearly a discerning pilot looking for the best VTOL FPV plane for long-range missions, do yourself a favour. Add this to your cart before the first batch sells out and you're stuck explaining to your mates why you're still trying to hand-launch a 2kg monster in a crosswind.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unmanned Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54201789382920,"sku":"Z10084-PNP","price":219.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bidnamic.store\/products\/zohd-altus-vtol-pnp","provider":"Bidnamic Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}