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# Flight Controller

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As of April 2026, this page is stored for archival purposes. K9 has replaced the Genesis drone family to the newly improved Genesis Bravo 4. Please visit the[ Bravo 4 Docs](https://docs.k9defense.tech/genesis-bravo-4) for the latest information.
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The Flight Controller is the brain of the drone. It's important to choose a reputable flight controller to ensure long-term operational reliability. We've listed some popular and tested flight controllers to make your selection easier. 

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## Recommended FC:

<table><thead><tr><th>Name</th><th width="65">Link</th><th data-type="rating" data-max="5">Reliability </th><th>Notes</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>ARK FPV Controller</td><td><a href="https://arkelectron.com/product/ark-fpv-flight-controller/">Link</a></td><td>5</td><td>Made in the U.S.A and based on the reputable V6X.</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Other FC Options:

<table><thead><tr><th>Name</th><th width="68">Link</th><th data-type="rating" data-max="5">Reliability </th><th>Notes</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Brain FPV</td><td><a href="https://www.brainfpv.com/brainfpv-shop/">Link</a></td><td>5</td><td>Made in the U.S.A</td></tr><tr><td>SpeedyBee</td><td><a href="https://www.getfpv.com/speedybee-f405-v4-stack-f4-v4-fc-55a-blheli-s-esc-30x30.html?utm_source=google&#x26;utm_medium=cpc&#x26;utm_campaign=DM+-+NB+-+PMax+-+Shop+-+SM+-+ALL+%7C+Full+Funnel&#x26;utm_content=pmax_x&#x26;utm_keyword=&#x26;utm_matchtype=&#x26;campaign_id=17881616054&#x26;network=x&#x26;device=c&#x26;gc_id=17881616054&#x26;gad_source=1&#x26;gclid=Cj0KCQjwr9m3BhDHARIsANut04ZS7mn7e4nWbMTFz_903hGtkh_wxescO-QkI-GcATmySN554TAjRusaAlRIEALw_wcB">Link</a></td><td>3</td><td>Made in China. Cheap and accessible. Note reliabilty issues during testing.</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Finding your own FC options:&#x20;

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Most F405-based flight controllers will work on Genesis. Ensure the mounting pattern is 30mmx30mm.
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