MY TOP TEN GUIDELINES FOR NEW MAVIC PILOTS
1. Never take-off until you have a steady GPS lock; if you don't know what this is or how to check, then RTFM and watch a lot more videos before you even attempt to take-off.
2. I always check that my compass and my IMU readings are both in the green before every flight - it just takes a second. This could eliminate about 1/2 the crashes you read about on this board.
3. Never fly indoors.
4. Always look UP before you launch (for overhanging branches, etc.)
5. Don't stand near trees or poles/lines while launching or landing. (You don't want your Home spot to have obstacles.)
6. Never underestimate the stopping distance when in Sport Mode.
7. Never underestimate the power of the wind at high altitudes (especially when near the ocean). Plan your battery-life accordingly.
8. Always have your drone within VLS by the time you get down to 25% battery.
9. Never rely on the Obstacle Avoidance sensors to keep you from crashing. They're called "Obstacle Avoidance", not "Collision Prevention". They
can help
some of the time under the right conditions.
10. Try to avoid ever having to use DJI Customer Support - there is a 90% chance you will be totally disappointed.
Don't let any horror stories on this (or any) forum scare you out of having fun.
Remember, it's THE INTERNET.... the place that taught us that the earth is flat and Bill Gates wants to give you money.
Any experienced pilot on this board will tell you that 95% of the "fly-aways" or crashes are pilot error, and totally avoidable.
I've enjoyed the H*LL out of my mavic for the past year. It's behaved 100% predictably in 300+ flights. I always use the latest firmware and software. I only take calculated risks, but fly fast and have a blast. I've only crashed once (on my first day, 1 year ago) - totally my fault.... too fast, too soon. I've never had an issue with any No Fly Zones unless I'm near an airport - right where they're supposed to be.
I live in a major metropolitan area and I never have a hard time finding a place to fly. I've never had anyone harass me or threaten me. I've met a lot of nice people and ignored a few butt-holes.
I love the
DJI goggles and for me they work exactly as advertised. I use them on about every other flight.
Be nice to the people on this forum and it's like having
free technical support - 24/7 from people who actually know what they're talking about.
Thank you for flying DJI Airlines.