Recent content by migmatite67

Thanks guys. Good example of being overly cautious that could create more issues than it solves. Thank you all for sharing knowledge that helps us all become better pilots.

Thanks. It was a very sunny day and I was flying towards the sun now that I think about it. How often do you calibrate the compass?

I was flying about 40-50 ft up just practicing flying circles and enjoying a clear sunny day. Several times when flying in over a gravel lot with nothing within 100 ft radius, I got an avoidance alarm and the drone stopped. I RTH and checked the drone over and didn’t see anything that I could...

There are a ton of free information for the test online. After studying for about 3 weeks, I passed on the first try. I would not pay over $100 for any test prep course but then again I am cheap. There are also very helpful (free) videos on YouTube and if you really get stuck you can always...

Just look at another popular post this week where a pilot was surprised he was reported for fly across the deck of a ship carrying dangerous cargo. No wonder we are constantly viewed with disdain. Common sense goes a long way but unfortunately it’s not sold as part of the drone package.

Thank you. It may take several days before I can get to download the logs. I have to travel for work tomorrow.

I know the drone is always stabilizing but I had it at a hover deciding how I wanted to fly a particular location when the drone started to drift up rather suddenly without any stick input from me. I quickly adjusted so as not to have the drone rapidly rise. Is this normal? Like I said I know...

I used any free stuff I could find on the internet. Just memorizing isn’t enough as others have said. You need to understand how airspace works.

Awesome video. Very beautiful scenery. Thank you for sharing. I hope to be able to do half as well.

Good morning, I am looking for some advice on anti collision lights for my Mavic Pro. There are several options that I have seen and wondered what everyone is using and how they are working out for everyone. Also, I am looking for the best mounting options. Thank you in advance for your...

So true. I’m just trying to avoid issues with John Q Public too. Saw a drone related issue on Live PD. Seems AZ has different laws in addition to the FAA rules. Can’t fly lower than 250 ft above someone’s property without consent. Hopefully at least law enforcement is knowledgeable enough to...

Awesome checklist. Much appreciated Thomas B.

Great info. Thank you. I honestly see no reason to fly over people. You can get any shots by adjusting the camera and heights. as others have mentioned, controlling and being aware of surroundings. This has been great information and will definitely heighten my awareness. Thanks again to...

Pretty black and white. Stay safe.

Thank you all for the responses. I am in the US and currently working in Rhode Island. I live in Georgia so I’m not sure where NJ came from. Sometimes my computer thinks I’m somewhere that I am not. Kudos for technology lol. I failed to remember this forum was world wide when I asked the...