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# Low-Cost Racer Drones
The EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle Micro Drone Has a Durable Carbon Fiber Frame

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-08-16 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-drone
References: [gadgetify](http://www.gadgetify.com/emax-tinyhawk/) & [emaxmodel](https://emaxmodel.com)

The EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle micro drone is a durable piece of aerial racing gear that aims to deliver exceptional functionality for advanced and amateur users alike to appreciate.

The drone features an aerospace-grade carbon fiber frame that will deliver exceptional rigidity and prevent the unit from incurring damage if a crash is experienced during flight. The quad-copter design of the drone features three-blade propellers that will provide advanced control for flyers that makes it perfect for going head-to-head with other enthusiasts.

The EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle micro drone features two battery packs within to provide impressive flight time yet is priced around the $100 mark to make it far more accessible than other pro-grade equipment on the market.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.6/10
- Popularity: 41% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Low-cost Racing Drones:** Affordable and durable racing drones have the potential to disrupt the high-end drone racing industry.
- **Carbon Fiber Frames:** Innovative drone frames made from aerospace-grade carbon fiber have the potential to revolutionize the drone industry.
- **Improved Battery Technology:** Advances in battery technology are making it possible to have longer flight times for drones, which could open up new opportunities for drone applications.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Drone Racing Industry:** Affordable and durable small racing drones could expand the market for drone racing and make it more accessible to a broader audience.
- **Aerospace and Defense Industry:** Innovative drone frames made from aerospace-grade carbon fiber have the potential for various aerospace and defense application.
- **Consumer Electronics Industry:** Advances in drone technology have the potential to revolutionize the entertainment industry and provide new opportunities for consumer electronics companies.

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