job2310 said:I've been wondering, running the motors flat out to reach 15m/s...is there a chance that the constant high demand from the battery to achieve that speed caused the voltage problem? I know ZERO about batteries but maybe?
Good question? I would think the Phantom is slightly more efficient moving than hovering, though I have no evidence to support my belief. Directional flight is sort of a "controlled fall." Rotors on one side slow down, the other side speeds up, and both maintain proper thrust to allow her to fall sideways. Either way, I had flown over 7 miles @ 15 m/s twice earlier in the day and returned both times with 25-30% battery remaining. It was much windier during the morning also, and there was a noticeable difference in airspeed heading towards the wind vs. returning. Something was awry because it was only 14 minutes into the flight when she went into auto-land.