Recent content by KJack91986

I understand your frustration about the RID requirement. In truth, I expect you know that RID is very much about national security. Knowing who is occupying safe airspace in the USA is nothing new. Private Pilots have been doing it for a long time, and they don't call the FAA "Fascist" for a...

I've updated, and fly my Mavic 2 using the Smart Controller with no issues so far. (I believe the Smart Controller provides Location Services\Remoted ID). I also fly the DJI Avata, and after updating, now have to have my IPhone connected to the Goggles to provide Location Services\Remote ID)...

I live in a state bordering Missouri, and can attest to the reality that legislators in Missouri aren't particularly concerned with what the FAA rules are. They absolutely will make it a point to hurry legislation like this through the approval process AND will make it a point to have their law...

I think you nailed it with this response. For a newbie pilot or even if you've just purchased a brand new drone, I think buying the initial 1 year plan is a good choice. I think it relieves that background mental anxiety of having to worry about the cost of loss or damage in the short term...

Very much appreciate you posting this video and your comments regarding it. Knee jerk response from many who view it would be to consider it a bit tedious and stop watching it. I'm glad I watched it all. Mr. McSpadden explains "factually" what happened and the (as yet) unconfirmed reason why...

In these kind of situations I think we are best served by Step One: Gather the Facts. You’ve described the scenario in very good detail here. I’d encourage you to write it up in a very factual manner, and send the inquiry directly to the FAA asking for a ruling. I can only speak for myself...

I believe it is safe. In a broader sense, I can’t think of any software you install (or updates you download) that don’t display this message now. It will have to make a change in your computer in order to set a download file location and configure a path to the executable that will kick off...

Hey, SethB…just curious about “where” you took the 4 cr. college course, did you do it via online or in class, and whether you feel like it was pretty helpful to you in general?

Something I find that works well for me: I bought a wi-if power strip / surge suppressor, and connected my DJI battery charging base to it. I programmed the power strip to turn “on” at 2 am and “off” at 6 am once per week. Programming is via a downloadable app. Difficulty level similar to...

I’m with Jiffen in that as a recreational flyer, I didn’t realize there was a an FAA requirement that would necessitate me acquiring and attaching an additional strobe to my DJI Mavic 2. If anyone has recommendations on a specific strobe attachment for my drone I’d definitely appreciate it...

After taking the “TRUST” training/exam online, I admit I wasn’t aware of the additional “Community Based Organization (CBO)” guidelines I’m obligated to follow. I doubt your HOA has anything like this, but you might want to do some checking on your county. (I did and was surprised to learn...

I've tried multiple times creating an account on your site. Every time I click Create Account, I get: 404 Page Not Found.. I'm using Chrome, so..... ??

I’m just gonna say it: Clever, cool and innovative. I appreciate the very detailed explanation of how you put it all together. I agree with the words of caution, and I think it’s something one should only consider if they were way out in a low-population density area. I think you are in a...

Think of the .zip file as just an envelope someone sends to you that contains “all” of the files you need to run an application. When you double-click it, you’ll typically have some built in PC application that will “unzip” it, and allow you to put them all into a new folder so you can see...

You have plenty of recommendations now for a replacement PC, so I won’t add to that. What I would encourage you to consider is investing in a couple of external hard drives, each in the range of 4+ TB. Use one as a primary data store and the 2nd as a backup. This approach gives you better...