PPZUAV LLC
Supporting the Paparazzi UAV Open Source Community Since 2010
Welcome to PPZUAV
Established in 2010 in Ramona, California, PPZUAV has been a proud supporter of the Paparazzi UAV open-source project. We provided essential hardware and components to the drone maker community from 2007 to 2015, helping advance autonomous flight technology for research, education, and innovation.
About the Paparazzi UAV Project
Paparazzi UAV is a comprehensive open-source hardware and software project for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Started in the early 2000s, it has become one of the most mature and feature-rich autopilot systems available to the open-source community.
Key Features:
- Complete autopilot system for fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, and hybrid vehicles
- Real-time flight monitoring and control via ground control station
- Advanced flight planning with waypoint navigation
- Simulation environment for testing and development
- Modular hardware design supporting various configurations
- Active community of developers, researchers, and educators worldwide
Paparazzi Resources & Documentation
🛠️ Hardware Documentation
Comprehensive guide to Paparazzi-compatible hardware components, including autopilot boards, sensors, and communication modules that PPZUAV helped supply to the community.
Link to Paparazzi Official Wiki for Hardware👨💻 Developer Guide
Essential resources for developers looking to contribute to the Paparazzi project, including coding standards, development tools, and architecture overview.
Link to Paparazzi Official Wiki for Developers📚 Main Documentation
The central hub for all Paparazzi UAV documentation, tutorials, and community resources. Start here for comprehensive project information.
Official Paparazzi UAV Project Wiki🛒 Hardware Suppliers
Current suppliers and vendors for Paparazzi-compatible hardware components and accessories from the community.
Community Hardware Vendor DirectoryPPZUAV Legacy (2007-2015)
During our active years, PPZUAV played a crucial role in making Paparazzi UAV hardware accessible to researchers, educators, and hobbyists worldwide. We specialized in:
- Autopilot Boards: Tiny v2.11 and other STM32-based flight controllers
- GPS Modules: u-blox precision navigation systems
- Communication Systems: XBee and other telemetry solutions
- Sensors & Accessories: IMUs, pressure sensors, and power systems
While PPZUAV is no longer actively supplying hardware, the open-source legacy lives on through the thriving Paparazzi community and the wealth of documentation and designs we helped establish.