Built light. Three motor options. Tinyhawk Aero is EMAX's first purpose-driven serious racing whoop: a fully ducted 65mm BNF platform with ExpressLRS 2.4GHz, a choice of Analog or HDZero video, and three motor options for freestyle control, race-day response or maximum thrust.
Six BNF configurationsAnalog or HDZero27K / 30K / 35K KV1S power31mm tri-blades
65mmDucted wheelbase
16.3gLightest analog dry weight
174gMaximum combined thrust
6.7:1approx.Derived thrust-to-weight, top analog build
Reviewer paddock // Tinyhawk Aero reviews
Our engineering. Their first impressions.
See how FPV reviewers describe the Tinyhawk Aero: racing speed, agile handling and an airframe that keeps coming back for more. Explore their full reviews for flight footage, comparisons and the details worth knowing before your first pack.
Featured // Nick Burns
“Best Flying Whoop”
That's the label on Nick's final-thoughts chapter. His review includes a speed run, indoor flights, windy outdoor flying and a crash reel, alongside construction considerations, EM2.0 and the “gotchas.” Get the excitement and the caveats in one detailed review.
In their published review description, Squadding Quads says Aero holds its own against the BETAFPV Air65 Champion Edition across numerous situations, sometimes beating it. Their Tinywhoop Olympics compares speed, handling, precision and freestyle.
Infinity Loops reports spending days putting Aero through its paces, with the whoop still flying afterward. Their published description calls it an incredible little 65mm whoop; the review asks the question: does it freestyle?
CurryKitten's published description makes the distinction clear: Aero is a fast, agile racing whoop, not a beginner-focused model. Follow his review for a closer look at the power behind this compact platform.
Excerpts above come from the reviewers' published descriptions, except Nick Burns' explicitly labeled chapter heading. Opinions reflect their tested setups, not a guarantee for every configuration. Reviewers may receive sample products or use affiliate links; see each video's disclosures and complete review.
Three motor options // six total configurations
Pick the Aero that matches your line.
The same 65mm airframe is available with three distinct motor and propeller combinations. Every motor option is offered in both Analog and HDZero.
01 // Control
Freestyle
27,000KV
Smoother throttle resolution for technical proximity lines and efficient cruising.
0702B brushless motors
142g combined max thrust
HQProp 31mm tri-blade, 1.2 × 1.1 × 3
Analog hover: approx. 5:03
02 // Lap time
Racing
30,000KV
The lightest build and a balanced step up in gate-to-gate response.
0702B brushless motors
147.6g combined max thrust
HQProp 31mm tri-blade, 1.2 × 0.9 × 3
Analog hover: approx. 5:07
03 // Maximum attack
Performance
35,000KV
The highest-output configuration for aggressive throttle response and outright thrust.
0702 brushless motors
174g combined max thrust
HQProp 31mm tri-blade, 1.2 × 0.9 × 3
Analog hover: approx. 4:48
Power // efficiency
1S power that moves mass.
0702-series brushless motors, HQProp 31mm tri-blades and a 1S HV power system turn low weight into useful acceleration. Choose efficiency, racing balance or the 174g maximum-thrust Performance option.
174gUp to 174g combined maximum thrust
5:07Longest listed analog hover benchmark
1S1S HV 320mAh EM2.0 battery recommended
31mmHQProp tri-blade propellers
Hover results are controlled benchmarks. Actual flight time varies with motor option, throttle use, battery condition, video system and environment.
Lightweight // rapid direction changes
Engineered around every gram.
Less mass means less inertia when the line demands an instant brake, snap or redirect. Tinyhawk Aero starts at approximately 16.3g in Analog and 18.8g in HDZero, without giving up full propeller ducts.
16.3gLightest Analog dry configuration
18.8gLightest HDZero dry configuration
3.7gComplete frame assembly including tray, mount and hardware
65mm85 × 85 × 40mm maximum dimensions
Flight systems // up close
Analog speed or HDZero clarity.
Every Tinyhawk Aero includes ExpressLRS 2.4GHz control. The two electronics packages let pilots prioritize minimum analog weight or a compact HDZero digital FPV path.
Analog
STM32G473 5-in-1 AIO
ICM42688 IMU + 16MB blackbox
4-in-1 6A ESC
40-channel VTX: 25 / 100 / 200 / 400mW
E03 camera, 160° diagonal FOV
HDZero
STM32F411 5-in-1 AIO
4-in-1 5A ESC
Integrated 5V 1A BEC
HDZero VTX: 25 / 200mW
HDZ3261 digital camera
Protection // recovery
Protection where hits happen.
A race whoop has to survive the line it attacks. Full-coverage ducts shield all four propellers, the tall canopy surrounds the FPV lens, and the compact layout keeps electronics close to the aircraft's center.
360°Full-coverage propeller ducts for common side impacts
LensFPV camera protected inside the structural canopy
CoreCompact electronics layout inside the 65mm frame
ResetDesigned to recover from routine glancing impacts and keep flying
Tinyhawk Aero is designed for routine racing and proximity impacts; no lightweight FPV aircraft is indestructible.
EM2.0 connector // preserve the power path
The smallest part can set the power ceiling.
Battery current reaches the ESC and all four motors through one connector. Under hard throttle, resistance in that path becomes voltage drop—so connector headroom matters most at the exact moment a racing whoop asks for maximum punch.
10AContinuous current
20ABurst current
12.5mΩInternal resistance
More current headroom
EM2.0's published ratings provide approximately 11% more continuous-current capacity and 33% more burst-current headroom than BT2.0's published 9A continuous and 15A burst ratings.
Open source by design
EMAX publishes the connector design package, STEP model and battery test document so manufacturers and pilots can inspect and adopt the standard.
Tinyhawk Aero was performance-tested around EM2.0. Keeping that connector preserves the tested electrical path; any conversion changes the system, so compare current rating and resistance alongside plug familiarity.
Current figures are published manufacturer ratings. Real voltage drop also depends on battery condition, wire gauge, soldering, contact wear and operating temperature.
Simulator access // Aero is now in Liftoff: Micro Drones
Find your line. Fly Aero in Liftoff.
Try the EMAX Tinyhawk Aero racing whoop virtually in Liftoff: Micro Drones. Added in update 1.1.2, Aero brings your next racing whoop into the simulator. Work on throttle control, tighten your gate approaches, and experiment with new race lines—without putting your real drone on the line.
Actual in-game screenshotLiftoff: Micro Drones // Official LuGus Studios artwork
Get the right simulator
Install Liftoff: Micro Drones on Steam and update to version 1.1.2 or newer. It is a separate game from Liftoff: FPV Drone Racing.
Select Tinyhawk Aero
Choose Aero in the simulator. A compatible RC transmitter is recommended; check the game's controller support and computer requirements before buying.
Practice. Reset. Repeat.
Use virtual flights to explore tighter lines and build consistent stick inputs, then bring that practice to your next real-world session.
Simulator sold separately; no game license is included with the drone. Simulated handling and conditions can differ from real flight.
Before you buy // BNF compatibility
Bring your radio. Match your goggles.
1 // Choose videoAnalog for minimum weight and broad analog compatibility. HDZero for pilots already using the HDZero digital ecosystem.
2 // Choose motor optionFreestyle for control, Racing for balanced response, or Performance for maximum thrust.
3 // Verify equipmentConfirm your radio protocol, goggle system and battery connector before ordering.
Tinyhawk Aero specifications // all six versions
Compare every starting grid.
Configuration
Video system
Motor
Propeller
Dry weight
Max combined thrust
Hover benchmark
Freestyle Analog
5.8GHz Analog
0702B 27,000KV
HQProp 31mm, 1.2×1.1×3
Approx. 16.4g
142g
Approx. 5:03
Freestyle HDZero
HDZero
0702B 27,000KV
HQProp 31mm, 1.2×1.1×3
Approx. 18.9g
142g
Approx. 3:17
Racing Analog
5.8GHz Analog
0702B 30,000KV
HQProp 31mm, 1.2×0.9×3
Approx. 16.3g
147.6g
Approx. 5:07
Racing HDZero
HDZero
0702B 30,000KV
HQProp 31mm, 1.2×0.9×3
Approx. 18.8g
147.6g
Approx. 3:10
Performance Analog
5.8GHz Analog
0702 35,000KV
HQProp 31mm, 1.2×0.9×3
Approx. 16.9g
174g
Approx. 4:48
Performance HDZero
HDZero
0702 35,000KV
HQProp 31mm, 1.2×0.9×3
Approx. 19.3g
174g
Approx. 2:54
65mmWheelbase
85 × 85 × 40mmMaximum dimensions
ELRS 2.4GHzReceiver on every version
1S HV 320mAhRecommended EM2.0 battery
Dry weights exclude the battery. Hover figures are controlled full-charge test results; real flight time varies. VTX output must comply with local laws and operating conditions.
Buyer questions // answered
Choose fast. Buy informed.
Is the Tinyhawk Aero ready to fly out of the box?⌄
No. Tinyhawk Aero is a BNF racing whoop, so you need a compatible ExpressLRS 2.4GHz transmitter, matching FPV goggles or receiver, and a charged 1S HV battery. Bind and verify controls before flight.
Should I choose Analog or HDZero?⌄
Choose the version that matches your existing goggles. Analog is the lightest option and works with standard 5.8GHz analog receivers. HDZero provides a digital FPV path for HDZero-compatible equipment.
Which Tinyhawk Aero motor option should I choose?⌄
Freestyle 27,000KV emphasizes smooth control, Racing 30,000KV balances light weight with quicker response, and Performance 35,000KV delivers the highest listed thrust. Every motor option is available in Analog and HDZero.
What battery does the Tinyhawk Aero use?⌄
The recommended battery is a 1S HV 320mAh pack with an EM2.0 connector. A battery is not listed as included with the BNF aircraft.
Why does Tinyhawk Aero use the EM2.0 connector?⌄
EM2.0 provides published ratings of 10A continuous, 20A burst and 12.5mΩ internal resistance, giving the Aero power system additional current headroom during high-load throttle events. It is also an open-source design published by EMAX on GitHub. Changing connectors changes the electrical path used for the published Aero performance tests.
Is the Tinyhawk Aero intended for racing?⌄
Yes. Tinyhawk Aero is purpose-built as a racing whoop. Its 65mm ducted frame, low mass, three motor options and dedicated Racing configuration make it EMAX's most focused tiny-whoop racing platform, while the Freestyle and Performance options provide different power characteristics.
Are the listed flight times guaranteed?⌄
No. The listed times are hover benchmarks from controlled testing. Actual flight time changes with throttle use, battery condition, motor option, video system, RF settings and environment.
Finish your pit setupChoose from the current EM2.0 battery range, plus the matching six-port charger. The 320mAh pack is the specified Aero setup.
View the open-source EM2.0 files on GitHub →
