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    New Pilot -- frustrated

    So we agree that I was correct in both instances when I said the NPS doesn't allow drones. As for your "FAQ's" NPS has stated on their social media that they only give permits to fly in their boundaries in exceptional cases. Basically you probably have to be working for Discovery/National Geography.
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    New Pilot -- frustrated

    I was incorrect about your destination. I thought the Monument was a park. My mistake. My statement regarding drones in Nat, Monuments, Wildlife Refuge, Most state parks is still true. A 30sec google search and you'll have your proof. "Within" means inside of. So flying a drone "inside of" any...
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    New Pilot -- frustrated

    Kooknboo, it's illegal to fly a drone within any National Parks/Wildlife Refuge area. Some states have a few State Parks where you can fly (I'm in Texas and only two state parks here have specified drone areas). Google your state parks rules on drones. I'm sure most are going to ban them. I'm...
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    Another new Austin TX pilot

    I'll be down in Aransas Pass doing some fishing starting today. I can't wait for mine to arrive on Monday also. Just wish it was here sooner because I have a work trip I'm leaving on Wednesday and I can't take it with me
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    Another new Austin TX pilot

    Hey, fellow Austinite! I'm actually in Kyle but nobody knows where that is so I put Austin in my post. Did you happen to buy your Mavic at B&H? Looks like we bought our Mavics at the same time so just curious. I was able to get it with 2 batteries and a 64gb card for $1082
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    New Pilot from Austin, TX

    I'll be splitting my time between Manila and Zamboanga. I've heard horror stories from others who have made the same trip who lost expensive electronics at the airports. I don't want to lose my brand new $1K drone. Believe me I wish I could
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    New Pilot from Austin, TX

    I'm fairly new to drones. Purchased my first small $20 drone on Amazon this year. Upgraded to a <$100 larger drone with camera not too long after but both drones didn't feel refined. The controls and quality left me unsatisfied. I purchased my Mavic Pro yesterday and it should arrive Monday Aug...