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Take to the skies with our RC drones and RC quadcopters!

Want to be a part of the latest and greatest RC racing trend? RC drones and quadcopters are fast becoming the most popular remote control items for hobbyists around Australia. With excellent air control, incredible speed, and a huge range of uses, RC drones and RC quadcopters are the next big thing for remote control technologies.

From drone racing to aerial photography, you can explore the skies with your feet planted firmly on the ground. Simply press record and see what your drone sees from way up in the air.

Alternatively, invest in a drone with a headset or VR goggles so you can see the world from a whole new immersive perspective in real-time.

At Frontline Hobbies, we stock an impressive range of radio control drones and quadcopters to introduce you to the world of drone technology. We have drones starting from just $99 that offer a smooth flying experience, gravity modes, WIFI connectivity, and so much more.

Explore our extensive collection of radio control drones and quadcopters online today, or drop into our brick-and-mortar store in Broadmeadow, Newcastle. Our friendly team members would be stoked to show you our latest drone technology!

One of the most exciting collections of drones for sale Australia

Here at Frontline Hobbies, we stock RC drones and RC quadcopters for hobbyists of all levels - whether it’s your first flight or you’re an experienced drone pilot.

For beginners, our Syma X22W FPV Drones are just $99.99, making them one of our most affordable remote control drones. Simply connect to the Syma Smartphone App and control your new drone from the ground - it’s as simple as downloading an app on your phone. The kit comes with a mobile phone holder, too, so you’ll have all the stability you need for aerial photography.

The drone market offers plenty of highly advanced, user-friendly aircraft. Brands such as DJI and Syma are producing drones that are compact yet powerful and fully loaded with stabilisation features. Drones with GPS, return to home and object awareness minimise the risk of crashing. If you ever get into trouble, just let go of the control sticks and let your quadcopter right itself.

Alternatively, upgrade your RC drone or quadcopter with our range of parts and accessories

Whether you’re looking for parts to complete your drone set-up or planning on upgrading the look of your quadcopter, you’ll find the accessories you need right here at Frontline Hobbies.

We have one of the most extensive collections of drone parts and accessories in Australia, so drone enthusiasts can amp up their performance tenfold. From spare propellers to replacement screws, motors, and batteries, we have the perfect parts to repair or upgrade your drone.

We stock spare controllers and transmitters to ensure you always have complete control over your drone - or if your drone has been on a bumpy ride recently and needs a few repairs, service or upgrades, you can bet we’ve got stock. Browse the range now!

Whatever you need to repair, service, or upgrade your drone, you can guarantee we’ve got it in stock. Browse the range now!

FAQs about RC drones and quadcopters

Drones and quadcopters are reasonably new on the hobby scene. They’re growing in popularity and becoming more affordable by the minute, so naturally, we get a lot of questions about drones!

We’re experts when it comes to drones and quadcopters. Here are just a few of our most commonly asked questions:

Absolutely. Like any RC vehicle, drones and quadcopters require maintenance and care to maintain peak performance.

Premium drone brand, DJI, recommends the following care tips for your drone:

Complete a visual inspection. Check the outer shell for any damage, examine the propellers before and after each flight (make sure they’re not bent or cracked), and inspect the camera lens for dust, damage, or dirt

Ensure you’re using a fully charged battery. If the battery is idle for a long time, the drone’s performance may be impacted. Be sure to keep an eye on the drone app for battery alerts in flight, and avoid charging the batteries right after a flight because the batteries might be too hot.

Ensure your battery doesn’t get wet. This could lead to permanent drone damage

Fully charge and discharge your battery every three months to maintain battery health

Check the charger and cables for damage on a regular basis. Damaged cables could prevent your batteries from fully charging

Store the battery in a specified transportation box/bag before travelling to avoid damage. Do not pack your battery with metal objects

Remove batteries from the aircraft if in storage for a long time. This will prevent any leakages

If you’re travelling a long way with your drone, recalibrate your compass

Store the aircraft in a dry, cool and non-magnetic place to avoid any damage.

According to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), if you fly a drone for business or as part of your job, you must register before you fly. This applies to all drones to provide any kind of service - no matter how much the drone weighs.

Professional photographers, we’re looking at you!

Luckily, registration with CASA is free, can be completed online, and lasts for 12 months. Click here to register your business drone with CASA. If you’re simply using your drone for recreation or sport, you do not need to register your drone.

There are a number of drone rules in Australia to keep everyone safe and secure. These include:

You must not fly your drone higher than 120 metres above the ground

You must keep your drone at least 30 metres from other people

You can only fly one drone at a time

You must keep your drone in your visual line-of-sight. That means you must always be able to see your drone with your own eyes rather than through goggles or a screen

You must not fly over people, above people, or in high-populous areas

You must respect people’s privacy, which means no recording or photographing people without their consent

If your drone weighs more than 250 grams, you must fly at least 5.5 kilometres away from a controlled airport. However, you can fly within 5.5 kilometres from a helicopter pad so long as you move out of the way when there’s an aircraft nearby

You must only fly during the day and you must not fly through cloud or fog

You must not fly your drone near or over an area where emergency operations are underway. This includes bushfires, floods, police operations, and search and rescue

“Unsafe” flying is essentially any kind of flying that break’s CASA’s drone rules. For example, if a drone is flying too high, too close to people, flying at night or in unsafe weather conditions, flying too close to wildlife and marine life, or even taking photos of people without consent, it will be considered “unsafe flying”.

It’s important to follow CASA’s rules to keep the community safe, but also to avoid hefty fines. A fine of $1,110 can be issued per offence!

Fly into Frontline Hobbies for all your RC drone and quadcopter needs!

Ready to take flight? Shop RC drones and RC quadcopters online at Frontline Hobbies! We stock a huge range right here online, plus we offer fast and free shipping on all orders over $150 ($9.95 flat rate shipping under $100). You can scope out the perfect drone from the comfort of your own couch.

Alternatively, drop in and visit our team in Broadmeadow, Newcastle. Our team loves talking drones, so we can help find the ideal drone or quadcopter to kickstart your latest hobby.

Can’t see the remote control drone or quadcopter you’ve been lusting after? Get in touch with our team on (02) 4929 1140. We can order a specific drone or quadcopter into the store so you can explore the skies the way you want to.

Shop online or in-store today!