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Air 2 Drone for micro – Complete Product Information

Overview

The Air 2 is a programmable DIY quadcopter drone kit designed for the BBC micro platform. It allows users to build, code, and fly their own drone, combining hands-on assembly with real programming and flight control.

It is widely used for learning robotics, programming, and aerodynamics in a practical and interactive way. The drone can be controlled via another micro, a mobile app (iOS/Android), or custom code using MakeCode, JavaScript, or Python.

The structure is designed to be repairable and durable, making it suitable for repeated crashes and experimentation during learning.

Assembly Manual  here!

Key Features

• Programmable drone kit for BBC micro
• DIY assembly (build your own quadcopter)
• Compatible with MakeCode, JavaScript, and Python
• Multiple control methods: Second micro (controller), Mobile app (iOS / Android), Custom programming
• Real-time telemetry and data logging
• Expandable with sensors (e.g., camera, sonar, LiDAR)
• Modular and repairable design
• Designed for indoor and outdoor use
• Lightweight wooden frame structure

Compatibility

Required (not included)

• 1× BBC micro (for the drone)
• Recommended: 2× micro (1 drone + 1 controller)

Supported platforms

• BBC micro V1
• BBC micro V2
• Microsoft MakeCode
• JavaScript
• Python
• Mobile apps (iOS / Android)

In the Box

• Air 2 flight controller board
• 4 DC motors
• 8 propellers (including spares)
• Laser-cut wooden frame structure
• Propeller guards
• Battery (LiPo 3.7V 800mAh with protection)
• Mounting hardware (screws, nuts, spacers, rubber rings)
• Remote control support bracket
• Elastic straps and assembly accessories

Technical Specifications

Functional Capabilities

• Flight control via radio/Bluetooth
• Real-time telemetry (battery, motion data)
• Sensor expansion support
• Programmable flight behaviour
• Data logging and live graphs in MakeCode
• Custom controller building (e.g., gesture-based micro remote)
• Support for advanced experiments (PID control, stabilization, autonomy concepts)

Educational / Learning Use

The Air 2 supports hands-on learning in:

• Programming logic
• Robotics and control systems
• Aerodynamics and flight physics
• Electronics basics
• Sensor integration
• Data analysis and telemetry
• Real-time system control

Documentation & Resources

• micro platform:
  https://microbit.org/
• MakeCode programming:
  https://makecode.microbit.org/
• MIT App Inventor (mobile control options):
  https://appinventor.mit.edu/

Additional Notes

• Designed for repeated crash tolerance
• Fully repairable structure
• Expandable with FPV camera and sensors
• Uses replaceable components
• Requires calibration and practice for stable flight
• Typically recommended for use with 2 micro for full experience