Recent content by dewster

Chaff.

All of the attention went to Mavic Pro 2/zoom. It would have been a bonus if the smart controller was backwards compatible with first gen Mavic Pro.

Don’t use it. Keep it offline even if you thought it returned to normal. You don’t need blackouts or brownouts at altitude. Batteries are cheap vs. personal or property damage.

Hmm. If they strangle the industry then the industry will go rogue. They’ll have to allow breathing room.

True. I remember in 2010 that this tech was being sold for $40,000. DJI made it affordable to get into this hobby.

Watch the wind direction, speed and your craft’s battery. Find an alternative landing area in case the wind is too strong at altitude. Expect wind gusts near cliffs.

I flew over a patch of trees and a huge flock of birds chased my Mavic. I popped it in Sports Mode, but they were able to catch up. I had to climb out to shake them off of me.

Mavic Pro is good for beginners and advanced pilots. Autel Evo is another good brand. Most phones can handle. 4K video so why not get the Mavic Pro.

My hacked Mavic is immune to NFZs. Mu-haw-haw-ha. I just know not to fly in them.

It’s crazy. You’ll be out in the middle of a desert and some nut will walk up saying your spying on them.

Zero

Yes.

I like the all in one device. It’s a shame that DJI didn’t make the smart controller compatible with Mavic 1. Quick deployment is key to getting the shot. I’ve had my phone die during cold weather. Luckily Mavic Pro has a display on the remote. :)

You’ll know for sure when they stop manufacturing the batteries. :(

My confidence in the tech grew after watching “coptertube” videos on YouTube. He flew in windy conditions over the ocean to get shots of cruise ships leaving port. Think like this: if it crashes over water, no one gets hurt. :) flying over buildings and people is risky.