High-Performance Hexacopter Drone – F550 Frame | APM 2.8 | Urgent Custom Build for College Project
This custom-built F550 hexacopter drone was designed, assembled, and dispatched under extreme time urgency for a college engineering student who contacted us early morning for an immediate project submission requirement.
The student reached out to us at 9:00 AM, explaining that his academic project deadline was approaching and he urgently needed a fully functional, stable hexacopter for demonstration and evaluation. After quickly understanding his requirements, project scope, and budget constraints, we immediately initiated the build, sourced and assembled the components, tested the drone, and dispatched it the very same day—within just 1 hour of confirmation.
Thanks to our fast and premium delivery service, the drone was delivered to Karnataka within 2 days. The student successfully showcased the drone in his college, completed his submission, and later thanked us for rescuing him from a critical academic situation.
Customer Requirements :
Fully functional hexacopter for urgent college project submission
Stable and reliable flight for indoor/outdoor demo
Easy-to-understand and widely supported flight controller
Multi-motor platform to demonstrate redundancy and lift theory
Budget-friendly build with proven components
Same-day dispatch under tight time constraints
Professional assembly and testing before delivery
Components Used :
This hexacopter was built after a rapid technical consultation, focusing on reliability, quick integration, and academic usability rather than unnecessary complexity.
1. Frame
F550 Hexacopter Frame with Landing Gear
Strong and lightweight structure
Excellent motor spacing for stable lift
Landing gear for safe takeoff, landing, and presentation
Ideal for academic and experimental projects
2. Flight Controller
APM 2.8 Flight Controller
Open-source and widely used in colleges
Supports Mission Planner
Ideal for learning flight dynamics and control logic
Stable performance for multi-rotor platforms
3. Motors
1000KV Brushless Motors (×6)
Balanced thrust output
Suitable for 3S LiPo operation
Reliable for training and project demonstrations
4. ESC (Electronic Speed Controller)
30A ESCs (×6)
Smooth throttle response
Reliable power delivery
Fully compatible with APM-based setups
5. Propellers
10x4.5 / 9x4.5 Props (Matched CW & CCW)
Efficient lift for hexacopter configuration
Stable hover and controlled ascent
6. Transmitter & Receiver
FlySky FS-i6 Transmitter
FlySky 10-Channel Receiver
Multi-channel support for flight modes and auxiliaries
Stable signal for demo flights
Ideal for academic and beginner pilots
7. Battery
2200mAh LiPo Battery (3S)
Lightweight and safe for demonstration flights
Secured using heavy-duty battery strap
8. Power & Wiring
Power Distribution Board
High-quality silicone wiring
XT60 connector
Heat-shrink insulation for safety
9. Additional Accessories
Landing gear mounts
Vibration dampers for flight controller
Clean and organized wiring layout
Zip ties and protective sleeves














