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  1. J

    When did DJI start selling ads to be placed on the Fly app?

    It seems that only certain accounts are getting the offer and as of now no determining factor for who gets the offer has been discovered.
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    Mavic Air 2 self-ascended to 1.5 km due to sensor error

    That is crazy and scary.
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    DJI Fly app v1.2.4 for Android released

    A new version of the DJI Fly app v1.2.4 for Android has been released. It must be manually installed from DJI's website DJI Fly- Download Center - DJI.
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    No Fly Zone (NFZ) Mavic Automatic Response?

    I think the Marines have both variants the SeaHawk and BlackHawk. It is just the way the airframe is outfitted. The Coast Guard in San Diego has one on the new King Stallion helicopters it huge. The only place I have been close to the Military restricted area is off of Coronado Naval Airbase...
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    mavic mini 2 bag vs mavic air 2 bag

    I am also interested in the bag size. Hopefully the Mini 2 bag is smaller than the Mavic Air 2 bag.
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    Drone got crazy and crashed after RTH! Possible warranty? [log inside]

    Slup is a guru with logs. His interpretation and analytics are spot on.
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    No Fly Zone (NFZ) Mavic Automatic Response?

    The Marines us both the BlackHawk and SeaHawk a naval variation of the S-70 airframe.
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    Problem with MA2 and new 1.2.0 update

    There are two things that have been problematic with the Mavic Air 2. DJI Fly app version 1.2.0 - the update caused video connectivity to become unstable, lag and freeze. In addition the stick commands were not accurate and caused the Mavic Air 2 to respond errantly to the commands. -...
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    Finding a Known Location Over Water

    Satellite view is very useful and perfect for a mission like this. I too the Mavic Air 2 out 4.5 miles over the ope ocean with not problem. Just be aware that wind is a huge factor around the ocean and to be conservative with your battery estimates and return when or before the first battery...
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    Close Call With Manned Aircraft

    Thanks. It happened really fast. That was all I could do.
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    Live-feed stuck in Photo Mode

    I had the same issue and contacted DJI the day DJI Fly app was updated to 1.2.0. They recommend the generic delete the app and reinstall it. This resolved the issue. Also make sure you Controller is updated. They released another updated for the controller yesterday (11/7) afternoon. This...
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    Ground to Altitude in Realtime

    DJI must be being kind to users as their Warrantee terms exclude coverage for all third part apps. That is good to know. Thanks
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    How Do You Access The Optical Zoom On MA2?

    There is not optical zoom on the MA2 on digital. 1) In the mode setting for video, camera quick shots on the right above the record button you have to select either video or photo 2) Select Zoom and not Wide on the tab that appears. 3) After closing the menu there should be a X1 on the video...
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    Total Miles Flown?

    You sometimes have to click the prompt at the top to upload the data then wait and after it finishes back out of the profile window or close the app for it to update.
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    Problem with MA2 and new 1.2.0 update

    I contacted DJI yesterday when I was experiencing problems an I was told to delete and reinstall the DJI Fly app. Also, you need to restart both the drone and controller after a firmware update.
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