Drones have killed the hobby...Instant gratification. No skill needed to assemble or operate. People loved helicopters as you generally assembled (mechanic) and it took time to set up and learn to operate. This is why many people got into the hobby...and what kept them in it. It used to be interesting for a long period, I have friends who keep buying the latest drone and wonder why 3 weeks later. Kids get bored really quickly. Guys get bored really quickly and since we don't really build models anymore, there is little pride at the field...listening to your mates praise your work.
Throw away world with impatience (all brought about by the evil of the internet) we all seem to have instant access.