Aura 5 Latest firmware and release notes.

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Latest Release​

Aura Firmware v1.25​

• Update for Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro product releases
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for the RV-8 10E G2
  • Add 6Axis Support for all Aura 8 products
  • Add retrofit logic so any older product will be able to use 6Axis Level Assist or Launch/Takeoff Assist without needing additional programming
  • Add Quick Flip procedure logic to toggle Flight Mode 1 to a 6Axis Level Assist Control mode without needing a PC or Transmitter.
  • Simplify Open Stock Quick Set Logic by removing the ability to create a Sport or 3D configuration with the Gear Switch
  • Available July 2025
• Aura Pro Specific Changes:
  • Update Quick Trim procedure so Quick Trim can be started at any time by pressing Button2 rather that having to cycle the power
  • Add Quick Change Mode to match Aura 5 functionality by pressing Button1 and Button2 together so you can:
    • Check or change gyro sensor directions with the transmitter
    • Toggle Flight Mode 1 to 6Axis Level Assist Control Mode
    • Toggle between Ailerons and Elevons on the Servo Ports
    • Turn on/off Proportional Ch8 Master Gain
  • Add Quick Flip procedure logic to toggle Flight Mode 1 to a 6Axis Level Assist Control mode without needing a PC or Transmitter.
  • Available July 2025
• Aura 5 Specific Changes:
  • Update Level Assist retrofit logic for simplicity and consistency with Aura 8/Aura Pro
  • Add Quick Flip procedure logic to toggle Flight Mode 2 to a 6Axis Level Assist Control mode without needing a PC or Transmitter.
  • Available July 2025
• Common Changes:
  • Blue LED will slow flash if the Aura goes to Failsafe but then recovers the signal
  • Add Roll to Pitch Angle Cmd Logic for Level Assist tuning
  • Update LiveData logic for generic read/write for future development
  • Update USB Driver to be a generic CDC ACM instead of the custom ST-Micro CDC Driver. This is for future development.
• New features are detailed on the new Quick Start Overview Documents for Firmware v1.25+
  • FT Aura 5 Quick Start Overview (PDF) - English - Updated for Firmware v1.25+
  • Aura 8 Quick Start Overview (PDF) - English - Updated for Firmware v1.25+
  • Aura Professional Quick Start Overview (PDF) - English - Updated for Firmware v1.25+

Previous Releases​

Aura Firmware v1.24​

• Small update for Aura 8 product release
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for the Extra 300 60E
  • Shipped on Extra 300 60E but never allowed for Firmware Update to other products

Aura Firmware v1.23​

• Small update for Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro product releases
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for the Laser 200 60E
  • Available May 2025
• Common Changes:
  • Fix SRXL2 logic so servos will not activate until SRXL2 receives valid data rather than just an SRXL2 Handshake
  • Make Autodetect start logic a more consistent 20 second delay

Aura Firmware v1.22​

• Small update for Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro product releases
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for the Ventique 60E G2 Pro
  • Available Jan 2024
• Aura 5 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for the Flex FP Aura Products including the FP Edge 540 and FP Ultimate
  • Available April 2024
• Common Changes:
  • Improve Flash Memory powerup timing robustness

Aura Firmware v1.21​

• Available for Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on August 4, 2023
• Common Changes:
  • Improve SBUS channel order detection in Auto-Detect
  • Improved FrSky Auto-Detect setup logic
  • Improve center offset logic for FrSky SBUS systems
  • Learn Throttle Polarity for PNPs with SBUS since Futaba default now varies between Transmitters
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for the Twin Otter 80E

Aura Firmware v1.20​

• Available for Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro in July 2023
• Shipped on the RV-8 60E G2
• Common Changes:
  • Add Aileron Differential
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for the RV-8 60E G2
• Aura 5 Specific Changes:
  • Bring Aura 5 up to date with Aura 8 features/fixes such as:
    • Added Aura Flap System capability
    • Improved SRXL2 Handshake Robustness
    • Added support for a Third control mode running in a flight mode

Aura Firmware v1.19​

• Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro in April 2022
• Not yet available for Aura 5
• Common Changes:
  • Improve Spektrum Satellite Diversity Failsafe Learning logic
    • Logic/timing is more robust for learning Spektrum Satellite Diversity Failsafes.
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for QQ Yak-55 10E

Aura Firmware v1.18​

• Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on December 9, 2021
• Not yet available for Aura 5
• Common Changes:
  • Add logic to learn Throttle Polarity when Auto-detecting on Open Stock products. This should reduce crow mix direction inconsistencies after Auto-Detect for Aura Open Stock products.
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for CAP-232EX+ Stock/Expert (2022) profiles
• Aura Pro Specific Changes:
  • Fix Aura Pro SRXL2 Handshaking implementation on Aura Pro Port A

Aura Firmware v1.17​

• Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on October 5, 2021
• Not yet available for Aura 5
• Common Changes:
  • Update JETI EX-BUS processing logic to support latest JETI Firmware changes that could cause servo glitching with certain JETI modules and JETI firmware combinations
  • Add logic for soon to be announced feature
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for RV8-10

Aura Firmware v1.16​

• Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on May 20, 2021
• Available for Aura 5 on June 25, 2021
• Common Changes:
  • Update SRXL2 Logic for additional robustness for any SRXL2 Timeout or SRXL2 Receiver Brownout possibilities

Aura Firmware v1.15​

• Shipped on Open Stock Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro in late December 2020.
  • Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro
• Common Changes:
  • Minor changes for future products and features

Aura Firmware v1.14​

• Available since mid-August 2020 via Aura Config Tool update followed by Firmware Update procedure
  • Available for FT Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro
• Common Changes:
  • Add support for SRXL2 Receivers SPM4650 and SPM4651T
  • Add Aura Telemetry Tune feature to allow SRXL2 Receivers to adjust Aura settings directly from the transmitter
  • Add support for JR Mode A
• Aura 8 Specific Changes:
  • Add support for F-100D Super Sabre SPNP

Aura Firmware v1.13​

• Available in February 2020 via Aura Config Tool Firmware Update procedure
  • Add support for FT Aura 5 hardware
• Common Changes:
  • Correctly Auto-Detect and differentiate between Futaba's SBUS channel order and FrSky's Default SBUS channel order
  • Add Support for "Stick Relative" Stick Priority that is independent of each Flight Mode's Dual Rate/Expo Settings
  • Add Input Re-Map functionality
• FT Aura 5 Specific Changes:
  • Add Auto-Launch features
  • Add Bank Assist and Level Assist features
• Aura Pro Series Changes:
  • Prevent bug that occurred if S11 or S12 was set to 'PWM Capture'

Aura Firmware v1.12​

• Available on October 18, 2019 via Aura Config Tool Firmware Update procedure
• Software Changes:
  • Small update for consistency in future features and releases
  • Initialization timing tweak for Aura Pro startup timing

Aura Firmware v1.11​

• Shipped on production Aura 8 Professional and Aura 12 Professional in August 2019
• Software Changes:
  • Add support for Aura 8 Professional and Aura 12 Professional
    • Dual EC-3 Battery Sharing
    • Battery Voltage Monitoring LEDs
    • Add Dual SBUS Diversity Receiver capability
    • Add SBUS Digital Output to support SBUS Servos or Additional Channels
    • Quick Trim activation thru Push-Buttons rather than Bind Plugs
  • Add JETI EXBus capability
  • Improved LED Notifications

Aura Firmware v1.10​

• Shipped on production Mamba 60E in July 2019
• Software Changes:
  • Add support for Mamba 60E

Aura Firmware v1.09​

• Shipped on production FlexJet TV Auras in March 2019
• Software Changes:
  • Add support for FlexJet TV

Aura Firmware v1.08​

• Shipped on production Open Stock and RV-8 Auras in late December 2018
• Software Changes:
  • Add support for RV-8
  • Add Bounceback Gain feature in Open Stock Auras.

Aura Firmware v1.07​

• Used for production of QQ Extra 300 G2 Aura in late November 2018
• First firmware to support new Aura Bootloader v2.0which does not require a Bind Plug for firmware updates
  • After updating to firmware v1.07 with an older bootloader, Aura Config Tool will update the Bootloader.
• Software Changes:
  • Add support for QQ Extra 300 G2
  • Add support for future products and features

Aura Firmware v1.06​

• Shipped on production FlexJet Aura.
• Released on 3/15/18
• Fixes potential issue where Dual Spektrum Remote Receivers may not be correctly auto-detected
  • Mandatory update for Dual Spektrum Remote users. Recommended for all users.
• Software Changes:
  • Added Firmware support for FlexJet
  • In order to always correctly detect Spektrum Remote A+B Diversity, additional logic was added to the Spektrum Remote processing code. If you see a flashing Red LED after updating to Firmware v1.06, this is an indication that you need to Re-Bind your Spektrum Remote Receivers.
• Remote Receiver users must Re-Bind after firmware update.
• Please review the 1.04 and 1.05 notes as well.

Link to detailed instructions to Update to Aura Firmware 1.06

Aura Firmware v1.05​

• Shipped on production QQ CAP-232EX Aura on February 15, 2018
• Software Changes:
  • Add support for CAP-232EX

Aura Firmware v1.04​

• Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool on February 22, 2017
• Shipped on production Mamba 10 Aura in Spring 2017
• Running change for Open Stock Aura after Spring 2017
• Software Changes:
  • Added support SRXL with for latest generation of Spektrum Receivers(AR8010T, AR9030T, AR9320T, AR9140T, AR12310T, AR20310T).
    • Spektrum changed their SRXL format between the latest generation of receivers and previous SRXL receivers such as AR9020 and AR7700. Firmware v1.04 was released to support the newest SRXL format.
    • At the time of writing, the new generation of Spektrum Receivers did not correctly pass failsafe values thru the SRXL port. Make sure to plug the Throttle into the Spektrum Receiver throttle port if using a new receiver with SRXL. Thoroughly test the failsafe behavior before flying!
  • Firmware v1.01 - v1.03 allowed a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver to be bound in either 'Mini Port A' or 'Mini Port B'. In firmware v1.04+, a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver will only bind in Mini Port A.
    • While two Spektrum Remote Receivers can still used together for Diversity, please rebind them to your transmitter after updating to firmware version 1.04+.
  • Update Quick Set Procedure to require the pilot to set the Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug.
    • In firmware v1.01 - v1.03, the pilot set the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, and Master Gain functionality before pulling the bind plug. After pulling the bind plug, the pilot would then set the Control Surface directions and check the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
    • In firmware v1.04, the pilot sets the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, Master Gain functionality, and Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug. After pulling the bind plug, the servos are now disabled except for testing the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
  • Add feature to turn Aura Mixes On/Off via a Transmitter 2 or 3 Position Channel Switch.
  • Add feature to create a Gyro Kill Switch via a Transmitter Channel.

Aura Firmware v1.03​

• Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in late August 2016
• Shipped on production Open Stock Aura 8 in early September 2016
• Running change for QQ Extra 300 production some time after early September 2016
• Software Changes:
  • Firmware v1.02 did not correctly calculate Exponential values. The Exponential calculation has been corrected in Firmware v1.03. Please be aware the control surfaces may feel different after updating from v1.02 to v1.03 and should be tested before flight.
  • Add support for Cessna 170 PNP
  • Add support for Spektrum AR7700 SRXL protocol and CRC

Aura Firmware v1.02​

• Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid November 2015
• Initially shipped on release of Open Stock Aura 8 in November 2015
• Running change for QQ Extra 300 production in January 2016
• Firmware v1.02 incorrectly calculated Aura Exponential values which removes any exponential feeling on the control surfaces. This issue was fixed in v1.03.
• Software Updates
  • Add support for Open Stock Aura
  • Add Quick Set and Quick Trim features
  • Add USB power-up robustness logic
  • Add capability for dual Control Modes per Flight Mode
  • Add support for SubTrim in uSec steps
  • Introduce Config File Version v1.01

Aura Firmware v1.01​

• Stock of QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 updated to v1.01 in mid August 2015
• Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid August 2015
• Software Updates
  • Add Satellite Remote Receiver robustness logic
  • Add support for DSM2 modules in JR Transmitters
  • Add robustness for initializing Aura under High Rate conditions
  • Add support for Futaba SBUS2 FASSTest

Aura Firmware v1.00​

• Initially released on QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 in early August 2015
• No longer authorized by Flex Innovations for use. Flex Innovations can only support v1.01+.

 

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Aura Bootloader Release Notes​

Latest Release​

Aura Bootloader v3.0​

• Released July 28, 2025 in Aura Config Tool
• Started shipping in any products shipped with Aura Firmware v1.25+ starting late July 2025.
• Software Changes:
  • Update Bootloader USB to use Generic CDC ACM Driver rather than ST CDC Driver for future Aura tools
  • Moved Bootloader Recovery pin to Pin2 for easier resetting

Previous Releases​

Aura Bootloader v2.2​

• Shipped in products with Aura Firmware v1.19+ starting April 2022.
• Software Changes:
  • Added recovery pin to force into Bootloader if firmware update bricks
  • Added check to stay in Bootloader if Hardware ID is corrupted

Aura Bootloader v2.1​

• Shipped in products with Aura Firmware v1.12+ starting late November 2019.
• Software Changes:
  • Required for release of Aura 5, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro

Aura Bootloader v2.0​

• Shipped in products with Aura Firmware v1.7+ starting late November 2018.
• Software Changes:
  • Add the ability to start the bootloader from the firmware which eliminates needing a Bind Plug is S7.
  • Additional changes to support future products

Aura Bootloader v1.5​

• Shipped on Aura products starting in September 2015
• Software Changes:
  • Added the ability to reboot the Bootloader from a software command

Aura Bootloader v1.4​

• Initially released on with Aura Firmware v1.0 in August 2015
• Initial bootloader required Bind Plug and physical power plugging/unplugging

 

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Aura Config Tool Release Notes​

Latest Release​

Aura Config Tool v1.1.25.1​

• Minor update on available on October 2, 2025
• Added Aviator 40E configuration to the Aura Config Tool Wizard

Previous Releases​

Aura Config Tool v1.1.25.0​

• Update on available on July 27, 2025
• Add support for the RV-8 10E G2 that ships with Firmware v1.25
• Support new features of Firmware v1.25 for Aura 8 and Aura Pro 6Axis:
  • Level Assist Control Mode now available
  • Launch/Takeoff Assist preprogrammed capability
• Add new '6Axis Calculations Enabled' flag to Setup Tab that appears after updating to Firmware v1.25.
  • Must enable this Flag to setup a Level Assist Control Mode or activate Launch/Takeoff Assist with the transmitter
  • If a Flight Mode is assigned a Level Assist Control Mode, the Max Angle Cmds are shown on the Flight Modes Tab instead of the Dual Rates
• Update the old Super PNP Wizards so they can use 6Axis Features
• Update the new Extra 300 60E Config Profile from 'Extra 300 60' to 'Extra 300 60E+' for clarity
• Changing the Flap System between traditional Transmitter Flaps to the Aura Flaps system will offer to automatically update your Servo Ports for the user.
• Set the Default FrSky/Radiomaster SBUS channel order to AETR instead of TAER in the Wizard

Aura Config Tool v1.1.23.2​

• Minor update on available on March 11, 2025
• Added Extra 300 60E configuration to the Aura Config Tool Wizard

Aura Config Tool v1.1.23.1​

• Update on available on December 30, 2024
• Add Generic Jet Wizardto Open Stock Aura Wizard - Airframe Type option
  • Easily create an Aura Config File for any Jet configuration
  • Includes 3 types of Gain/Rates/Expo Setups: Traditional Rates, Rosier Style, or QQ F-16 Style
  • Easily add common Jet options like Nose Wheel Steering, Thrust Vector Control, Live Wing Flaps, Crow, and a Gyro Gain Kill Switch
  • Detailed information on the Wizard options available on the Generic Jet Wiki Page
• Add Generic STOL Live Wing Wizardto Open Stock Aura Wizard - Airframe Type option
  • Easily create an Aura Config File for any STOL Live Wing setup
  • This replaces the outdated Generic Live Wing option with the latest options and easier setup
  • Can select any generic Wing Type or Tail Type
  • Easily add common STOL options like Live Wing Flaps, Flap Gain, Crow, and a Gyro Gain Kill Switch
  • Detailed information on the Wizard options available on the Generic STOL Live Wing Wiki Page

Aura Config Tool v1.1.23.0​

• Update on available on October 11, 2024
• Add 'Pop-Out Mode' message box View Option for easier use on a tablet or touchscreen
  • After turning on, most options will pop-out to a separate window with easier controls for tablets or touchscreens
• Added Laser 200 60E configuration to the Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Add ability to change the External Sensor Orientation
• Add Channel Cut Setup box to Safety Tab
  • Allows to setup Throttle Cut or alternate custom Cut Logic for channels directly in Aura
  • Useful for Nose Wheel Steering and Thrust Vector systems

= Aura Config Tool v1.1.22.1​

• Update on available on August 16, 2024
• Added CAP-232EX 70cc Airframe Type for Open Stock Auras in the Aura Config Tool Wizard

Aura Config Tool v1.1.22.0​

• Update on available on April 8, 2024
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.22
• Added Ventique 60E G2 Pro configuration to the Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Added Aura 5 Flex FP Aura and FP Edge 540 and FP Ultimate configurations to the Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Add Differential Thrust Gain option to FT Aura Wizard
• Fix TX Config bug in some Wizard file creations

Aura Config Tool v1.1.21.0​

• Update on available on August 4, 2023
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.21
• Added Twin Otter 80E configuration to the Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Improved setup for FrSky and Futaba in Wizard and Setup Tab
  • Improved SBUS Ch Order options for FrSky and Futaba
  • Improved center offset for digital FrSky SBUS setups

Aura Config Tool v1.1.20.0​

• Beta tested in July 2023 but unreleased due to product timing
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.20
• Added RV-8 60E G2 configuration to the Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Updated Learn Transmitter functionality
  • Added Manual Transmitter Setup that can be configured without needing the Transmitter/Receiver active.
• Improve Arm/Disarm logic when modifying Transmitter
  • Moved 'Re-Arm' throttle button to top right corner if Aura disarms the throttle for safety during configuration.
• Add "Wing and Tail Type Wizard" button on Setup tab
  • Can now view and modify the Servo Port configuration on a single view.
• Added Aileron Differential feature for Aura Firmware v1.20+.
  • Must slide "Aileron Differential Enabled" to ON on the Setup tab
  • Aileron Differential can be configured individually for Left and Right stick movements
  • Differential can scaled proportionally during flight to tune in real time if desired
• Add "Third Control Mode" option for Aura Firmware v1.20+.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.19.2​

• Update on available on Feb 20, 2023
• Added Edge 540 120cc configuration to Aura Config Tool Wizard for Open Stock Auras

Aura Config Tool v1.1.19.1​

• Update on available on Dec 8, 2022
• Added Ultimate 70cc configuration to Aura Config Tool Wizard for Open Stock Auras

Aura Config Tool v1.1.19.0​

• Update on available on June 7, 2022
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.19
• Added QQ Yak55 10e configuration to Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Added CAP 232EX+ 2022 updated configurations to Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Added Throttle Input Direction slide switch on Setup tab

Aura Config Tool v1.1.17.3​

• Update on available on Feb 18, 2022
• FIX: Corrected RV8 70cc Airframe configuration in Aura Config Tool Open Stock Wizard
  • Corrected Ailerons and Flap Servo Direction values
• Added Cessna 170 G2 configuration to Aura Config Tool Wizard
• Added option to enable the Aura Flap system in the Aura Config Tool Wizard
  • Available for Aura Open Stock 'Custom' Airframe types with Flap Wing Types

Aura Config Tool v1.1.17.2​

• Minor Change available on Jan 19, 2022
• Added RV8 70cc Airframe configuration in Aura Config Tool Open Stock Wizard

Aura Config Tool v1.1.17.1​

• Minor Change available on Dec 23, 2021
• Enable Aura Flap System for RV8-10 and Open Stock when using latest firmware v1.17

Aura Config Tool v1.1.17.0​

• Minor Change available on October 5, 2021
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.17
• New Config File Wizard updated to support RV8-10

Aura Config Tool v1.1.16.0​

• Minor Change available on May 20, 2021
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.16
• New Config File Wizard updated to support FlexJet G2

Aura Config Tool v1.1.15.0​

• Minor Change available on January 2, 2021
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.15
• New Config File Wizard updated to support Pirana and Mamba 10 G2 6S

Aura Config Tool v1.1.14.2​

• Minor Change available on September 10, 2020 for Mamba 120cc
• New Config File Wizard updated to include "Mamba 120cc"
  • Select "Mamba 120cc" for the "Airframe Type" of an Open Stock Aura to create the Aura Config File for the Mamba 120cc

Aura Config Tool v1.1.14.1​

• Minor Bug Fix Added on August 17, 2020:
  • Only Allow the Aura Config Tool to set the Receiver to SRXL2 or JR Mode A for firmware v1.14+

Aura Config Tool v1.1.14.0​

• Release available soon via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool in August 11, 2020
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.14
• Add SRXL2 Capability for Spektrum SPM4650 and SPM4651T SRXL2 receivers
• Add JR Mode A Capability
• Required for use with F-100D Super PNP

Aura Config Tool v1.1.13.0​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool in February 2020
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.13
• Support new FT Aura 5 product
  • Supports new FT Aura features such as Launch Assist, Bank Assist and Level Assist
• Differentiate between Futaba's SBUS channel order and FrSky's Default SBUS channel order
• Add Support for "Stick Relative" Stick Priority that is independent of each Flight Mode's Dual Rate/Expo Settings

Aura Config Tool v1.1.12.1​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool in October 2019
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.11
• Prevent Servo Port S11 or S12 being set as 'PWM Capture' which is not supported by any firmware

Aura Config Tool v1.1.11.0​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool in August 2019
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.11
• Required for use with the Aura Professional series
  • Supports new Aura Professional options such as SBUS Diversity, SBUS Output, External Sensor support, and Battery Voltage Monitoring
• Add Jeti EX-Bus Capability
• Allows conversion of Aura Config Files between various products
  • For example can convert and Aura 8 QQ Extra 300 configuration to an Aura 12 Professional Open Stock configuration.
• Small Bug Fixes

Aura Config Tool v1.1.10.1​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on May 2019
• Small bug fix for Ventique Wizard file creation

Aura Config Tool v1.1.10.0​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on April 2019
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.10
• Required for use with the Mamba 60E.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.9.0​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on March 2019
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.9
• Required for use with the FlexJet TV.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.8.2​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on February 2019
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.8
• Added the CAP-232EX+ Servo Update Helper

Aura Config Tool v1.1.8.1​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on January 2019
• Add Support for Aura Firmware v1.8
• Required for use with the RV8.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.8.0​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on Nov 2018
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.6
• Required for use with the QQ Extra 300 G2.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.5.0​

• Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on February 2018
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.5
• Required for use with the CAP-232EX and Flex Jet

Aura Config Tool v1.1.4.2​

• Small Bug Fix Release available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on March 28, 2017
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.4
• Required for use with the Mamba 10 Aura and QQ Yak 54 35cc in Spring 2017
• Small Software Changes:
  • Update QQ Yak 54 35cc Receiver TypeWM graphics and labels in New Aura Config File Wizard
  • Fix to always show Primary Control Mode when viewing the Control Mode tab with Live Data on.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.4.1​

• Available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on March 21, 2017
• Supports for Aura Firmware v1.4
• Required for use with the Mamba 10 Aura and QQ Yak 54 35cc in Spring 2017
• Main Software Changes:
  • Add "Aircraft Template" for the new QQ Yak 54 35cc in the New Config File Wizard to easily create the tuned Config File
  • Updated default save location to My Documents or the previously saved location.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.4.0​

• Available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool on February 22, 2017
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.4
• Required for use with the Mamba 10 Aura in Spring 2017
• Main Software Changes:
  • Add feature to turn Aura Mixes On/Off via a Transmitter 2 or 3 Position Channel Switch.
  • Add feature to create a 'Gyro Kill Switch' via a Transmitter Channel from the Wizard.
  • Add Generic Live Wing to 'New Config File Wizard' for Open Stock Aura.

Aura Config Tool v1.1.3.0​

• Available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool in late August 2016
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.3
• Required for use with the Cessna 170
• Main Software Changes:
  • Add Live Save functionality for Subtrims and Output Scaling
  • Improve Live Data functionality

Aura Config Tool v1.1.1.0​

• Available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool in mid November 2015
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.2
• Initially released for the Aura 8 Open Stock in November 2015
• Main Software Changes:
  • Add support for Open Stock Aura
  • Add Quick Set and Quick Trim features
  • Add for Dual Control Modes per Flight Mode
  • Add support for +/- Output Scales
  • Add support for SubTrim in uSec steps
  • Introduce Config File Version v1.1

Aura Config Tool v1.0.2​

• Available via 'Update Aura Config Tool' in Aura Config Tool in mid August 2015
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.1
• Forced any Aura to update from Aura Firmware v1.0 to v1.1

Aura Config Tool v1.0.1​

• Initially released for the QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 in early August 2015
• Support for Aura Firmware v1.0
• No longer authorized by Flex Innovations for use. Flex Innovations can only support v1.1+.

How to Check the Aura Config Tool Version​

To find the version of the Aura Config Tool, click the Help Menu --> Aura Config Tool Info. The version shown below is not the latest available version, it is only shown as an example.

 

[AIRFORGE]

Good stuff, Bug!

 

[LitterBug]

Good stuff, Bug!

Aura 5

Thanks! I am going to move Aura 5 posts into this common folder where appropriate. Been playing with my "spare" aura boards today after finding my ER5A and figure I would check the release notes. Looks like they made a few changes that affect the 5 since my V 1.22 firmware. Even a new bootloader. Still haven't figured out the versioning of the config file or if it makes a difference. Always shows 1.1 on my boards.

 

[LitterBug]

There is a new -Aura 5 quick start guide- for the latest 1.25 firmware. Here is the link and file. There are a few new features in the latest updates.

FT Aura 5 Quick Start Overview - English - Updated for Firmware v1.25+

 

[PeterG]

There is a new -Aura 5 quick start guide- for the latest 1.25 firmware. Here is the link and file. There are a few new features in the latest updates.

FT Aura 5 Quick Start Overview - English - Updated for Firmware v1.25+

Looking at the Aura 5:

• One big difference I see is the "Quick Flip Mode" which allows 6-axis mode to be turned on/off without entering the Quick Change Mode menu.
  • It looks like this is more important for the Aura8 and Pro, which didn't have the ability to enable 6 axis mode from the quick change menu.
• The other big difference is the "Toggle On/Off proportional Master Gain on Ch8."
  • What is it talking about, and how would this be used?
  • Does this mean the Aura5 with v1.25+ firmware now uses Channels 1-5 AND channel 8? (before it only used 1-5, and I'm using the other channels for flaps, etc!)

 

[LitterBug]

Looking at the Aura 5:

• One big difference I see is the "Quick Flip Mode" which allows 6-axis mode to be turned on/off without entering the Quick Change Mode menu.
  • It looks like this is more important for the Aura8 and Pro, which didn't have the ability to enable 6 axis mode from the quick change menu.
• The other big difference is the "Toggle On/Off proportional Master Gain on Ch8."
  • What is it talking about, and how would this be used?
  • Does this mean the Aura5 with v1.25+ firmware now uses Channels 1-5 AND channel 8? (before it only used 1-5, and I'm using the other channels for flaps, etc!)

The big change is being able to enable and disable WITHOUT using the configurator. The RX ports have always been flexible in the configurator. I move the Flite mode from channel 5 to 6 on my ELRS setup since channel 5 is reserved for arming on elrs. I have used a potentiometer for gain in the past, and had it on channel 8. not sure if that is the default, or if I chose it because I hade CH7 used for something else, like controlling differential thrust....

I used the gain control on one of my Nano Goblins so it didn't oscillate at high speed.

 

[PeterG]

The big change is being able to enable and disable WITHOUT using the configurator. The RX ports have always been flexible in the configurator. I move the Flite mode from channel 5 to 6 on my ELRS setup since channel 5 is reserved for arming on elrs. I have used a potentiometer for gain in the past, and had it on channel 8. not sure if that is the default, or if I chose it because I hade CH7 used for something else, like controlling differential thrust....

I used the gain control on one of my Nano Goblins so it didn't oscillate at high speed.

Ok, that's making sense - I had to look up what Proportional Master Gain is, as I've never used it before.

My primary use of the Aura5 is in default out-of-the-box state, without using the config tool (I don't want to add that for my brand-new-to-rc students).

The pre-July 2025 Aura5 boards were:
Chs1-4 - primary control sticks
Ch5: mode switch
Ch6-8: unused

I'm working with Chs 1-8 due to the Radiomaster R88 receiver included in the the FT bundles.

If I order a new batch of boards, I should expect the default to be:
Chs1-4: primary control sticks
Ch5: mode switch
Ch6-7: unused
Ch8: Proportional Master Gain

Am I thinking about this right?
It's a bit unfortunate for me, because I wanted to use the 3 remaining R88 channels for L Flap/aileron, R Flap/aileron, and lights.

Although... I did notice what appeared to be aileron oscillation with full-throttle level flight on the Tiny Tutor (as slow as it is!). Maybe being able to adjust gain is better than being able to switch lights on and off.

Do you know if there is any throttle-adjusted gain on the Aura 5? As in: does it turn the gain down at high throttle and up at low throttle, or by default is the gain constant no matter what the throttle setting?

 

[LitterBug]

Ok, that's making sense - I had to look up what Proportional Master Gain is, as I've never used it before.

My primary use of the Aura5 is in default out-of-the-box state, without using the config tool (I don't want to add that for my brand-new-to-rc students).

The pre-July 2025 Aura5 boards were:
Chs1-4 - primary control sticks
Ch5: mode switch
Ch6-8: unused

I'm working with Chs 1-8 due to the Radiomaster R88 receiver included in the the FT bundles.

If I order a new batch of boards, I should expect the default to be:
Chs1-4: primary control sticks
Ch5: mode switch
Ch6-7: unused
Ch8: Proportional Master Gain

Am I thinking about this right?
It's a bit unfortunate for me, because I wanted to use the 3 remaining R88 channels for L Flap/aileron, R Flap/aileron, and lights.

Although... I did notice what appeared to be aileron oscillation with full-throttle level flight on the Tiny Tutor (as slow as it is!). Maybe being able to adjust gain is better than being able to switch lights on and off.

Do you know if there is any throttle-adjusted gain on the Aura 5? As in: does it turn the gain down at high throttle and up at low throttle, or by default is the gain constant no matter what the throttle setting?

One thing to be aware of is that The 6-axis mode in the middle switch position is no longer enabled by default with the latest firmware or doing a "convert aura" with the FT profile. The latest V1.25 quick start guide shared above has "quick change" steps to enable/disable 6-axis on mode 2. FT Support is aware of this and are going to work with Flex to have the default configuration set back to how the boards originally shipped. I have also reached out to flex on this and a persistant issue with thrust differential.

Master gain is off by default but can be enabled with "quick change" mode like the six-axis mode. Se the V1.25 quick start guide for steps. You could potetially do a transmitter mix of the Throttle and Master gain. I would rather have it seperated for more Finite control. Issues at high speed can often be caused by wing/body flex rather than the gyro.

 

[AIRFORGE]

One thing to be aware of is that The 6-axis mode in the middle switch position is no longer enabled by default with the latest firmware or doing a "convert aura" with the FT profile. The latest V1.25 quick start guide shared above has "quick change" steps to enable/disable 6-axis on mode 2. FT Support is aware of this and are going to work with Flex to have the default configuration set back to how the boards originally shipped. I have also reached out to flex on this and a persistant issue with thrust differential.

Master gain is off by default but can be enabled with "quick change" mode like the six-axis mode. Se the V1.25 quick start guide for steps. You could potetially do a transmitter mix of the Throttle and Master gain. I would rather have it seperated for more Finite control. Issues at high speed can often be caused by wing/body flex rather than the gyro.

What is the diff thrust issue you mentioned?

 

[LitterBug]

What is the diff thrust issue you mentioned?

If you use the configurator to set up differential thrust, you have the options for always on or on a switch. Always on is really never on, and when you configure it on a switch, enabled is disabled, and disabled is enabled. This has been a problem for several releases.

 

[AIRFORGE]

If you use the configurator to set up differential thrust, you have the options for always on or on a switch. Always on is really never on, and when you configure it on a switch, enabled is disabled, and disabled is enabled. This has been a problem for several releases.

Got it. I've never used an Aura on a twin motor/diff thrust. Thanks! Diggin' this thread!

 

[PeterG]

If you use the configurator to set up differential thrust, you have the options for always on or on a switch. Always on is really never on, and when you configure it on a switch, enabled is disabled, and disabled is enabled. This has been a problem for several releases.

At some point I'm going to try a differential thrust mix with out-of-the-box Aura settings. The idea is to route one of the throttles through the Aura to keep launch assist active, but have the other throttle in an extra receiver port. Differential thrust would be programmed in the radio. The aura would only have the rudder for stabilizing yaw, but... I THINK it will work

I haven't flown with differential thrust before. How important is it to be able to turn differential thrust on/off during flight? I'm running out of switches on the RadioMaster Pocket!

 

[Mr NCT]

At some point I'm going to try a differential thrust mix with out-of-the-box Aura settings. The idea is to route one of the throttles through the Aura to keep landing assist active, but have the other throttle in an extra receiver port. Differential thrust would be programmed in the radio. The aura would only have the rudder for stabilizing yaw, but... I THINK it will work

I haven't flown with differential thrust before. How important is it to be able to turn differential thrust on/off during flight? I'm running out of switches on the RadioMaster Pocket!

I've only done 2 planes with diff thrust and programmed an off switch for it on both and never used it, always flew with the diff on. Mind you, this wasn't with an Aura so don't know how that would affect it.