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    Low Flying Aircraft

    I'll have to consult FAA regulations on your comments. I do not hold a manned rating, so I don't know what those altitude regulations are.
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    Low Flying Aircraft

    Without identification data on the aircraft, It will most likely be a waste of time to pursue the matter any further.
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    Mavic 3 Features Missing or Will Never Be

    I'm trying to hold off on upgrading until this RFID issue is worked out. I have found little detailed information on how the RFID is supposed to work. Either no one really knows, or the manufacturers and FAA aren't talking. If anyone has some detailed information on the RFID issue, please post a...
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    Restricted Zones

    Yes, I have flown near SGJ on one occasion. The property was just barely inside an authorized 200ft zone, but the FAA granted clearance. At the time I made the flight, I don't think SGJ was on the LAANC listing, but they are now. As for the restricted zone, it is R-2907A over the Lake George...
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    Restricted Zones

    Hi Everyone, Like to know if anyone has had a similar experience - typical government run-a-round! OK, a realtor asked me to fly a property for her. I did the initial research and found no geo-fencing issues (first thing I always check for). Next thing I checked for was controlled airspace and...
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    I was wondering what pilots are using for insurance

    I just renewed my $1M liability policy through Liberty Mutual on an annual basis. It is a big chunk out of your pocket for annual, but the costs for short term is beyond ridiculous. Example, my annual renewal was $777 which comes out to $64.75/month. If I wanted that same insurance monthly, it...
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    Self-Unlocking "so-called" at dji.com/flysafe/self-unlock

    You are absolutely correct in that it could be a much simpler process. I've only had 3 occasions where I needed an unlocking certificate and all 3, especially the first one, was nothing but frustration.
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    What is the Max Total Distance You Have Travelled on a Single Pack?

    I have a little less - 15,413ft according to the flight controller. Speed varied, but the controller reported a maximum of 40mph in sport mode. Battery was less than 10% upon landing. I got a notice to return home NOW notice and was literally 3 feet above the launch pad.
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    What happens if I do not update firmware?

    This is especially true if an inconsistency analysis could prove DJI liable
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    What happens if I do not update firmware?

    I can only say that one of my "update" experiences is anything but good! I have a Mavic Pro 2. Everything was great.......until.......I got a notice on the smart controller about inconsistent firmware and allow an update............really bad idea!!!!!! I lost the hyperlapse and APSE icons in...
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    Way of reinstalling firmware?

    I see this post is over 4 years old. Did you ever get the issue resolved? I'm having troubles due to a firmware upgrade (everything was working fine). I have downloaded and installed the DJI app and it WILL NOT refresh the current firmware or even regress to an earlier version. The smart...
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    Missing flight modes Mavic 2 Pro

    I did in fact have the waypoint mode on my mavic pro 2. I tested the flight out and needed to make some mods to the waypoints. So, I come home and connect back up. The controller indicates a software mod is needed, implemented the mod, and now I lost the intelligent modes, icons gone that were...
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    Waypoints under the DJI GO4 App

    OK everyone, I've read up on the waypoint mode under the DJI GO4 app. It did not seem too complicated. I brought up my training area on the map, generated some waypoints, set the various parameters (i.e. altitude, speed), then saved and renamed the task. Now it is just a matter of getting to the...
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    Self-Unlocking "so-called" at dji.com/flysafe/self-unlock

    I had a similar problem myself the first time when attempting to get an unlocking certificate for the Florida Northeastern Regional Airport (SGJ). The pin representing the airport was showing as "yellow" and would not allow me to select it. It turned out to be a filter issue. After playing with...
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    Permission? Or forgiveness?

    May I respectfully recommend NOT just do it! Someone has authority over this area - city, county, or maybe even state, I don't know the area. I fly routine training flights from two city parks here in St. Augustine, FL. Before the very first flight, I checked with the city and finally got the...