Recent content by Scarab69

Just keep in mind that there are constant updates to the firmware, NFZs, etc. Make sure you check for updates and install them at home, or somewhere with wifi, before you head out to fly.

Yes, turn off the sensors, otherwise you will get flooded with error messages.

Not "illegal" for hobbyists, especially if flying during civil twilight (30 mins before sunrise, 30 mins after sunset).

Taco filters are pretty good for me so far.

You can see them from the front and side. They are very bright.

Yup, definitely get your 107. Know how to read the maps and weather. The free guides and YouTube vids will help you. Just put in a good week of study. Actually try to understand the material rather than trying to memorize test questions.

Keep in mind, this ruling only applies to this particular case and jurisdiction.

Not sure which exceptions you are referring to. The only exception I mentioned is the special rule for hobbyists. If you are talking about recreational photos being sold, then it isn't an exception at all. The FAA controls what you can and can't do during a flight. So, the flight is either...

Plus a LOT of campuses have banned drones. Others won't allow drones over stadiums.

That is correct. No pan, only tilt.

Sorry to hear that. You got a lemon. Still zero issues with mine after several months and hundreds of flights. Hopefully they get you hooked up with a good bird.

Don't get hung up on $$$ compensation. Hobbyist exemption only covers fun flights. If you use the drone for any other purpose, you are no longer exempt and are considered "commercial". Flying for fun, taking pics and vids to share with friends and family is all exempt. Flying your drone...

Fly it. Enjoy it. Most have no issues.

Try uploading your files and see if they look any better. Any chance your software is scaling down the video when you edit? Mine does, and it looks very poor quality until I upload.

Zero issues with mine since July. Using the iPad Mini rather than my Android really made a huge difference in connectivity and enjoyability. But yeah. No weird issues with mine.