A lot of lost drones [emoji15]

[Tim Crabtree]

The Marco Polo Ultralight radio tracking system is perfect for a Mavic Pro. It only weights 12 grams and will work even in areas where there is no cell service. RC Model Tracking and Recovery - Tracking and Recovery Made Easy | Marco Polo the Tracking and Recovery System

 

[saboken]

Has anyone found a spell checker for this thread?
"Shure" = sure
"Sent" = scent

Lol

 

[Tim Crabtree]

Check out this video of a guy finding his drone with a radio tracker.

 

[saboken]

I was just wondering if a modified dog tracking device would work and I found a device that looks strangely similar to this tracker! Marco Polo Advanced Single Pet Tracking System - Tracking and Recovery Made Easy | Marco Polo the Tracking and Recovery System

 

[saboken]

I just thought about a dewalt tool tracking device it’s a bit pricey but with a few mods could find a lost drone! There’s so many tracking devices out there that could be repurposed for drone use, DEWALT MOBILELOCK - Product

 

[msinger]

DEWALT MOBILELOCK - Product

That's quite a large unit. And it has a $19/month service fee.

 

[sar104]

I was just wondering if a modified dog tracking device would work and I found a device that looks strangely similar to this tracker! Marco Polo Advanced Single Pet Tracking System - Tracking and Recovery Made Easy | Marco Polo the Tracking and Recovery System

This has been a very popular solution for several years. I've used one since my original P2. They work very well within a mile or so.

 

[saboken]

That's quite a large unit. And it has a $19/month service fee.

Yea but it can be stripped down to get rid of all the armor! It’s designed to be in a work environment and dropped run over etc, I’m sure the guts weight very little! It just the heavy shell that makes it so big! And yea the monthly fee is a bit high but if you fly a lot it could be worth it! I think that fee is for more than one device contractors have a lot of tools

 

[sar104]

Yea but it can be stripped down to get rid of all the armor! It’s designed to be in a work environment and dropped run over etc, I’m sure the guts weight very little! It just the heavy shell that makes it so big! And yea the monthly fee is a bit high but if you fly a lot it could be worth it! I think that fee is for more than one device contractors have a lot of tools

I would guess a lot of the weight is the battery.

 

[saboken]

I would guess a lot of the weight is the battery.

I was just looking at it closer the size may not be redusable much but the weight probably I guess if you already use them at work maybe this would work but if you just have a drone or 2 it may be a little expensive! I’m just looking for ideas to protect my investment. I have a way to go before I’m confident but will always be nervous of a loss

 

[msinger]

Yea but it can be stripped down to get rid of all the armor!

Give it a shot and let us know how it goes

 

[saboken]

Give it a shot and let us know how it goes

If my company adopts them I may try it alone it’s a bit costly for just 2 drones unless I start making some real money with the drone it may be a option

 

[sar104]

I was just looking at it closer the size may not be redusable much but the weight probably I guess if you already use them at work maybe this would work but if you just have a drone or 2 it may be a little expensive! I’m just looking for ideas to protect my investment. I have a way to go before I’m confident but will always be nervous of a loss

Investment ideas in order of value for money:

1. Read the manual. Multiple times.
2. Use a checklist.
3. Don't fly in high winds.
4. Check launch site for magnetic distortion before flying.
5. Don't ignore app warnings.
6. Practice flying in ATTI mode.
7. Add a tracker.

 

[Tim Crabtree]

If you get a Marco Polo system for a Mavic, you really want the Ultralight RC Recovery system. That is the one that is only 12 grams and has no monthly fees. Marco Polo Ultralight Single RC Model Recovery System - Tracking and Recovery Made Easy | Marco Polo the Tracking and Recovery System