Disabling VPS when flying over water

[msinger]

Would the Mavic behave stable enough as not to decrease/increase altitude once VPS is turned off?

With VPS disabled, it's possible that the altitude hold won't be as precise. This seems to be most noticeable when flying near the ground at high speeds.

Would the Mavic behave less stable on land if VPS is kept in the "off" position compared to when it is "On"?

The Mavic should always be more stable when it's able to use VPS (assuming the ground can be accurately detected). Unless you're performing some kind of maneuver/shot that requires your Mavic to stay at a precise altitude, it likely won't matter if VPS is on or off.

could there had been a need to recalibrate the Compass then...or could the GPS signal been affected due to the trees?

The compass and GPS have no effect on the Mavic's ability to hold its position vertically. It uses its onboard barometer and downward sensors (if enabled).

 

[Balko]

With VPS disabled, it's possible that the altitude hold won't be as precise. This seems to be most noticeable when flying near the ground at high speeds.


The Mavic should always be more stable when it's able to use VPS (assuming the ground can be accurately detected). Unless you're performing some kind of maneuver/shot that requires your Mavic to stay at a precise altitude, it likely won't matter if VPS is on or off.


The compass and GPS have no effect on the Mavic's ability to hold its position vertically. It uses its onboard barometer and downward sensors (if enabled).

Thank you so much, msinger, for taking the time to answer the queries point-by-point. It is always reassuring to hear the opinions of the more experienced pilots.
Thanks!