In a short hands-on video, Painless360 walks through BetaFPV’s freshly released Air65 Wisp — a special-edition glow-in-the-dark whoop available in 65mm and 75mm flavours. If you’ve ever wanted your tiny brushless whoop to double as a spooky LED night orb, this is the one to watch. Below is a concise, technical report on what Painless360 shows, why it matters, and what you should know before you add one to your fleet.
Quick headline summary
- Product: BetaFPV Air65 Wisp (65mm shown; 75mm also available)
- Special feature: Glow-in-the-dark molded plastic frame and glowing props
- Core hardware: Air65 2 frame, Air 2 canopy, 5-in-1 flight controller / ESC
- Radio: Serial 2.4 GHz ExpressLRS receiver (CRSF by default)
- VTX: 25–400 mW analog (SmartAudio on UART2)
- Camera: C03 analog camera (standard, not low-light)
- Motors: 0702SE2 27000 KV
- Props: Gemfan 1219 S3 (glowing version)
- Battery connector: BT2.0 pigtail; recommended 300 mAh 1S packs (approx. 4 minutes)
- Weight: ~17 g; wheelbase: 65 mm
What’s actually new?
Painless360 emphasises that the Wisp is mostly a cosmetic special edition of BetaFPV’s already well-liked Air65 race whoop. The big differentiator is the glow: both the molded canopy/frame and the props are made of photoluminescent plastic so, after charging under sunlight (or a decent UV source), the whoop will glow in low light. BetaFPV ships the Air 65 2 frame and an upgraded Air 2 canopy that gives you some camera-angle adjustability out of the box.
Hardware deep dive
- Frame & canopy — Air 65 2 frame, Air 2 canopy; both molded in glow material. BetaFPV removed one of the front rubber grommets to give the integrated FC/ESC a little more space on impact, improving crash tolerance.
- Flight controller & ESC — The standard BetaFPV five-in-one stack (FC + 4-in-1 ESC) is used; configured with an 8 kHz gyro and 4 kHz PID loop (Painless360 found PID loop utilisation at roughly 40%).
- VTX — Analog 25–400 mW with SmartAudio on UART2.
- Receiver — Serial-connected ExpressLRS 2.4 GHz; configured as CRSF by default on UART3 (the serial receiver is part of the 5-in-1 assembly).
- Camera — C03 camera. Painless360 notes this is the standard module and criticises BetaFPV for not fitting a lower-light camera, which would have better matched the Wisp’s night-time appeal.
- Motors & props — 0702SE2 27000 KV motors and Gemfan 1219 S3 three-blade props (glow versions included).
- Connector & batteries — BT2.0 pigtail. Recommended: stock up on 300 mAh 1S Power LAVA packs. Expect ~4 minutes flight depending on throttle usage.
Betaflight & configuration notes (what Painless360 found)
Painless360 plugged the Wisp into BetaFlight and shared a few practical details:
- There’s useful data in the FC dataflash — it’s been armed and test-flown from the factory (always nice to see).
- UART assignments: SmartAudio on UART2; serial receiver on UART3.
- Gyro/PID: 8 kHz gyro, 4 kHz PID loops.
- Failsafe defaults to drop — standard for whoops with no advanced failsafe behaviour.
- Painless360 said there are no surprises in the default setup: it’s well-tuned from the factory and a very usable out-of-box tune for most pilots.
Things we liked
- Lightweight and well-balanced: the Wisp keeps the Air65’s flight character — zippy, confident and fun indoors.
- Factory setup: the tuning and configuration are sensible; Painless360 appreciates that the unit comes with real factory flight data.
- Glow effect: the aesthetic novelty actually adds value if you want low-light flying or to spook your friends at dusk.
Constructive criticism
Painless360’s only real gripe is the mismatch between intended use (low-light/night) and the camera chosen. The C03 camera has a minimum illumination spec (around 0.01 lux), but it’s not optimised for very low-light FPV work. A true night-ripper would benefit from a low-light or monochrome camera. He also notes that a quick blast from a high-power flashlight won’t adequately charge the glow — you need sunlight for ~30 minutes or a proper UV light for a few minutes to get a good glow.
Practical advice and recommendations
- If you buy one for the glow: expose it to daylight for half an hour or use a strong UV lamp for a couple of minutes to charge the photoluminescent plastics.
- Buy a pack of 300 mAh 1S cells (Power LAVA recommended by Painless360) if you plan to fly a lot — the connector is BT2.0.
- If you intend to fly at night often, consider swapping the C03 for a better low-light camera or swap to a black-and-white module to get more usable contrast in low light.
- Pair with analog goggles if you want the full indoor/outdoor whoop experience; the Wisp is analog VTX based (no digital HD here).
Where to buy and related launches
Painless360 notes the Wisp special edition launched alongside BetaFPV’s Light Radio 4. The Wisp is a limited-run special edition — if you fancy a glow-in-the-dark whoop, get in early while stock lasts: https://www.unmannedtechshop.co.uk/
Bottom line
Painless360’s verdict is straightforward: the Air65 Wisp is the same brilliant little racing whoop under the hood, now packaged with glow-in-the-dark plastics and props. It’s a fun, limited-edition cosmetic tweak that makes evening and low-light flying more eye-catching. If that’s your bag and you don’t need HD or expert low-light imaging out of the box, it’s a solid buy. If you want the ultimate night ripper, factor in swapping the camera for a true low-light module.
Is the glow permanent or rechargeable?
The glow is photoluminescent: charge it under daylight for about 30 minutes or a strong UV lamp for a few minutes. It’s not battery powered, so it will fade over time and needs recharging under light.
How long does the Wisp fly on a single pack?
Painless360 recommends 300 mAh 1S packs (Power LAVA). Expect roughly four minutes of flight time, though throttle usage and aggressive flying will shorten that.
What camera and VTX are fitted?
It ships with the C03 analog camera and an analog VTX capable of 25–400 mW. The camera is a standard module and is not specially optimised for very low-light FPV.
Can I bind my radio easily?
Yes. The Wisp uses a serial ExpressLRS receiver connected to the 5-in-1 stack and defaults to CRSF. If you need help with binding or setup, see the ExpressLRS guide
Is this a limited edition?
Yes. Painless360 mentions this is a special edition and suggests buying early if you want one — stock is not guaranteed to last.
This article was created from the video Just released! BetaFPV Air65 Wisp Whoop Special Edition.
