Air65 Series

What’s in the Box

• Your shiny new Air65 whoop
• A spare Air Canopy (trust me, you’ll appreciate this)
• 4x spare props (because trees happen)
• All the necessary screws
• USB-C adapter board for configuration
• 4-pin adapter cable for connecting to your PC
• Battery not included

Specs

Differences by Edition:

Edition	Motor	KV	Propellers	Weight
Freestyle	0702SE II	23,000KV	HQ 31mm Ultralight	17.3g
Racing	0702SE II	27,000KV	Gemfan 1219S 3-blade	17.3g
Champion	0702 II (Dual Ball Bearing)	30,000KV	Gemfan 1219S 3-blade	17.4g

Closer Look

Flight Controller

The Air65 uses a 5-in-1 F4 flight controller that combines your ESC, receiver, and VTX into one ultra-light, space-efficient board. It’s durable, clean, and easy to work with—especially thanks to larger motor pads for easier soldering (should you ever need to).

ELRS (ExpressLRS 2.4G – Serial)

The onboard receiver runs Serial ELRS 2.4GHz, offering excellent link quality and low latency. Binding is done via WiFi, and you’ll need to update the binding phrase on the quad through your browser. No SPI nonsense here—just proper, full-featured ELRS.

VTX Output

Built-in VTX supports switchable output from 25mW up to 400mW. For most indoor or park flying, 25mW is plenty. Save the higher outputs for outdoor sessions or penetration-heavy environments.

Camera (C03)

The C03 is lightweight with solid image quality. It’s well suited for indoor flying and gives a clear feed for racing and freestyle. One note: there’s a black sticker placed behind the camera to block light from leaking into the sensor through small holes in the PCB. Do not remove this sticker—it serves a very real purpose and greatly improves image clarity.

Air Canopy

The stock Air Canopy is designed with weight savings in mind, which helps performance and agility. However, it’s not the most durable option available. If you crash frequently or fly hard, you may want to consider upgrading to a sturdier mount (see Modifications below).

BT2.0 U Cable

This updated BT2.0 connector is slightly heavier than previous versions, but it’s significantly more convenient and durable. It’s easier to handle and far less likely to be damaged during battery swaps.

Recommended Batteries

For the best performance, BetaFPV’s LAVA 260mAh and 300mAh 1S Z-folded LiPos are ideal for the Air65 series. The Z-folded cell design helps reduce voltage sag and provides more consistent power throughout your flight.

• 300mAh (Recommended): My personal favorite. Slightly heavier, but offers noticeably longer flight times and solid power delivery.
• 260mAh: Lighter and snappier in the air, but with slightly shorter flight time.

I recommend picking up at least 2 packs of the LAVA 300mah to get up to 30 minutes of continuous flight time before running out of juice.

Watch it in action!

Flight Performance

Freestyle Edition

A smooth and controllable flyer, perfect for learning and refining freestyle fundamentals. The 23,000KV motors offer excellent throttle resolution, making it easier to hit lines, manage throttle flow, and develop precise stick control. Great for indoor spaces, tight environments, or anyone dialing in their movement and flow without being overwhelmed by speed—all while delivering the longest flight times of the lineup.

Flight Time: ~2:30 to 3:30 on a 300mAh battery, depending on throttle and flight style.

Racing Edition

A solid step up in speed and agility, this version features 27,000KV motors that bring more punch and quicker responses. It’s a great option for pilots who have some freestyle experience and want something faster to push their progression. It’s more than capable of tackling faster tracks and tighter lines, while still offering the control and responsiveness needed for freestyle runs where precision matters just as much as speed.

Flight Time: ~2:00 to 2:45 depending on how hard you fly.y.

Champion Edition

This is the most responsive, fastest, and most powerful version of the Air65 lineup. The 30,000KV dual ball bearing motors deliver explosive thrust and lightning-quick reaction to every stick input. It feels aggressive in the air and offers complete control even during the most demanding freestyle moves. Whether it’s Rubik’s Cube, Barani’s, Trippy Spins, or fast directional changes, the Champion handles everything you throw at it with ease. It’s built for advanced pilots who want raw performance in a tight, technical environment—and it lives up to its name.

Flight Time: ~1:45 to 2:30 depending on throttle and flying style.

Where it falls short

• Motor Replacement Requires Soldering
  The Air65 comes fully built and ready to fly—no soldering required out of the box. However, if you ever need to replace a motor, soldering will be necessary to make the repair. It’s a valuable skill that every serious pilot should learn sooner rather than later. If you’re not ready to solder or prefer a plug-and-play option, consider checking out the Meteor65 Pro, which uses motor plugs and doesn’t require soldering to repair.
• U.FL Antenna May Detach in Crashes
  This is a common issue with lightweight quads. To prevent it, many pilots secure the U.FL connector with a small dab of E6000 or Welders Glue.
• Camera Angle May Be Too Aggressive for Beginners
  The Air Canopy only supports steeper camera angles (e.g., 27°, 35°). If you need something more relaxed, you can tie fishing line between the screw and canopy tip to hold a custom angle.

Modification Options

1. Canopy – As previously mentioned, one of the cons of this build is the Air Canopy. It’s not the most durable, so it will probably break within a couple of weeks of flying. Here’s my recommendation for upgrading this part:
   • 1. The durable option: The original Mobula 6 Canopy with the Tokyo Dom Cam Holder. This combo weighs around 1.1g, which will add a little weight, but its offers a TON of durability, which will help prevent parts from breaking during crashes.
   • 2. The lightweight option: The Bike Guy Cam Mount V2 weighs just 0.4g and is designed to offer decent durability during crashes. Although I’ve only recently started testing it, many top racers highly recommend it.
2. Motors – If you start to crave more speed, then I would recommend upgrading your motors with either weBLEEDfpv or Tiny Whoop 0702 motors

Which Air65 Edition is Right for You?

• Freestyle (0702SE II 23,000KV): Best for beginners and intermediate pilots who want smooth, precise control for freestyle tricks. It’s easy to handle, durable, solid flight time, and offers a great balance of responsiveness and control.
• Racing (0702SE II 27,000KV): Suited for pilots who crave increased speed and responsiveness. If you’re ready to compete or simply enjoy flying faster, the Racing edition hits the sweet spot between ease of handling and competitive speed.
• Champion (0702 II 30,000KV dual ball-bearing): Built for champions. Tailored to advanced pilots and serious competitors, this version delivers maximum performance, lightning-fast responsiveness, and crazy speed. If you’re chasing podium finishes, this is your drone.

Conclusion

The BETAFPV Air65 series is revolutionizing what’s possible with bind-and-fly whoops. Whether you’re perfecting your freestyle skills, competing in races, or pushing limits at a championship level, there’s an Air65 perfectly tailored for you. These drones remove the complexity and hassle of custom builds without compromising on performance, making them a smart choice for pilots at every skill level.

Choosing the right Air65—Freestyle, Racing, or Champion—will ensure you’re equipped to fly your best, progress quickly, and, most importantly, have a ton of fun doing it.

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