APM 2.8 Flight Controller

The APM 2.8 Flight Controller with Built-in Compass is a reliable and feature-rich autopilot board designed for drones, multicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, and other unmanned vehicles. Based on the popular ArduPilot open-source platform, it acts as the central brain of your UAV, ensuring stable flight, precise navigation, and advanced autonomous capabilities.

This version comes with an integrated compass (magnetometer), allowing accurate heading detection and improved GPS-assisted flight modes such as Loiter, Return-to-Launch (RTL), and waypoint navigation. Ideal for hobbyists, students, and DIY drone builders, the APM 2.8 offers excellent performance at an affordable price.

Key Features

•  Built-in Compass (Magnetometer) for accurate direction and GPS navigation

•  Open-Source ArduPilot Firmware (ArduCopter, ArduPlane, ArduRover supported)

•  High-Performance Sensors:

  • 3-axis gyroscope & accelerometer

  • Barometer for altitude measurement

•  Onboard Dataflash Memory for flight data logging

•  USB Interface for easy firmware upload and configuration

•  Compatible with Mission Planner Software

• ✅ Multiple PWM Outputs for ESCs and servos

• Supports Telemetry, GPS, and OSD Modules

•  Arduino-Compatible Hardware for customization and expansion

Applications

•  Quadcopters, Hexacopters & Multirotors

• Fixed-Wing RC Aircraft

•  Autonomous Rovers & Robots

•  Unmanned Boats & Surface Vehicles

•  Educational & Research Projects

•  DIY Drone & UAV Development

• GPS-Based Autonomous Missions & Waypoint Navigation

Why Choose APM 2.8?

• Proven and widely used flight controller

• Large community support and documentation

• Cost-effective solution for beginners and advanced users

• Ideal for learning autopilot systems and autonomous flight

Package Includes

•  1 × APM 2.8 Flight Controller Board

•  Built-in Compass (Pre-installed on board)

•  1 × USB Cable

•  1 × Set of Pin Headers