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    Power saving mode with beacon

    In the event of a crash in the forest, with the drone stuck in a tree, is it possible to signal the drone to go into low power mode (no camera, gimbal, etc) to maximize the amount of time the lights continue to flash? if not, it would be a great feature to add.
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    Questions from a new owner

    Consider this a nube question. Concerning question 1, what sort of event are all these rules trying to prevent? If the chances of a drone strike are lower than a bird strike, then what is a similar risk? Colliding with a transmitter tower? The pilot having a debilitating medical emergency? I...
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    DJI Position on FAA and recent purchasing

    I also think the 400ft range rule seems very restrictive. What if I’m out in the country, staying under 400ft altitude. I understand range limits near airports, heavily populated areas, etc. What dangers are being prevented?
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    Questions from a new owner

    I'm a new drone owner, having wanted one for years. Now that I have one and have had to wade into the legal/regulation issues, WOW they are complicated! My observations: 1) Is a drone strike now more likely than a bird strike? 2) Most legislation/regulation is usually fantastic at converting...