Drone Propellers: CW and CCW Props Explained
Propellers push air down to lift the drone up. But every spinning prop also tries to twist the whole drone the other way. By spinning two props clockwise and two counter-clockwise, the two twisting forces cancel out, so the drone stays pointed straight.
Parts and connections
- 2
- CW props (marked A or CW) → on CW motors
- 2
- CCW props (marked B or CCW) → on CCW motors
Check before the next step
- Shiny side of the prop faces UP
- A props on orange motors, B props on teal motors
- Props spin freely without touching the frame
Safety: Props off whenever you test code or wiring on your desk. Spinning props cut fingers.