Something else to consider is that the video was being taken FROM controlled property. So they absolutely have a right to say no drones.
But if the operator was off grounds then it goes to airspace rules.
Also, this shouldn't need to be said...
I should set my phone up as a hot spot just in case something happens in the future.
I got all logged in and went flying at the same place. The geofence was gone but, oddly, I had a 150 foot ceiling. It's not listed on Autopylot
For today's...
I can sort of see why that functionality is there - probably a vestigial function left over from back when DJI had to hold people accountable for their flyings. I imagine I would quite enjoy that little restriction if my UAV was ever stolen ...
I don't fly very often because I have to plan to fly. If I could fly at home, and not have to jump through the hoops, I'd fly a lot more, just for practice and to learn the controller better.
I'll have to get comfortable asking the FAA for...