Quadcopters and Drones: A Beginner's Guide to Successfully Flying and Choosing the Right Drone Paperback – June 25, 2015

This is for very early beginners. It covers the basics pretty well, but leaves many questions; but gives plenty of references where you can find out more. I found no errors or very outdated information; and the author doesn't attempt to steer the reader toward any product, brand, or level of sophistication. I enjoyed his casual style and he doesn't attempt to intimidate the reader with jargon (but he does explain some of the more common acronyms, words, and phrases). This book is perfect for people just starting to "think" about UAVs, to be read well before actually having one.

Haven't been able to read it yet.......

This book will save you time and money. I am a newbie to flying drones but not to reviewing books. As a college professor, my job for 40 years was to write and critique books and manuscripts. Mark Smith has done an excellent job capturing the essence of the drone hobby in a brief, readable and enjoyable book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants an overview of flying quadcopters and drones. Mark doesn't miss the essentials but he also doesn't provide extensive technical details that tend to turn off the average reader. I was able to read Quadcopters and Drones in an evening but have kept it my flight box for future reference. This should be in everyone's library who enjoys flying quadcopters and drones for pleasure or as a professional.

There is some good information here, but he has a very condescending writing style that is off-putting. Oh, and 1980 called. They want their jokes back.

Good book

An excellent beginner's guide. Well-illustrated with easy to understand descriptions of products, procedures, and lessons to avoid learning the hard way.The author provides POC information at the back of the book; when he encourages his readers to contact him, he means it! I had a question regarding control movements for a specific flight maneuver and he replied to my email within hours, providing recommendations and additional insights.I'd definitely recommend this easy-reading book to anyone beginning this hobby.

not enough information on the tech stuff. just sort of skips along over the top of everything

One of the better books in learning how to fly quadcopters. This book is a how to for beginners, it gives you a understanding of how to control your quad in the air. By reading and following the steps and advice contained in this book you'll learn how to fly your quad remotely, safely, and securely. I recommend reading this book before choosing the type of quad you would like to fly.

Basic information for "newbies" and a bit advanced ...It is signalling issues. Deep knowledge you can gain during painful experiments and studying informations on the net.

Good,easy-reading overall info. Follow this & you will buy & fly sensibly--not like the stupid idiots who get us Droners a bad reputation.Recommend this book.

Bought as a Christmas present for someone who has a keen interest in Quadcopters - I expect he'll like it.

Very good book for those of us knowing nothing about drones. Starts out with basic information and leads upto much more than the basics. Good coverage about different types of drones and different costs ot them andthe difference in flying each type.

easy read, which explained the good and bad of owning a drone. list of suppliers etc. good read for a beginer.