Hello from NC

[Rick Fast]

Just joining up after having some issues with the new "NFZ" restriction on my Mavic 2 Pro. Never had that before and trying to get it straightened out. B4uFLY says I'm ok to fly, and I filled in the flight plan to stop the resptriction, but I'm using a mini pad with no cellular sim and I wonder if that is what is stopping my from getting approved. I have using my phone The screen is too small for my beady little eyes to see outside. Any one have any experience with this?

 

[msinger]

Welcome to the forum!

What do you see on the screen that seems to be preventing you from flying?

 

[MA2 317]

Hello from the Crossroads of America Rick Fast.

Welcome to the Forum.

 

[Rick Fast]

Welcome to the forum!

What do you see on the screen that seems to be preventing you from flying?

NFZ And Iknow I ampretty much directly under the Landing/approach path to an airport 4 miles away, but it looks like I should be able to respond to B4Ufly on my cell phone, but it doesn't seem to get to my controller/minipad. Though I did open "HotSpot" on my cell phone and connected the minipad, so it has a connection. Just not sure if that is enough!

 

[msinger]

it looks like I should be able to respond to B4Ufly on my cell phone, but it doesn't seem to get to my controller/minipad

B4UFLY does not integrate with DJI's applications in any way. You'll need to request an unlock from DJI here in order to fly in an NFZ.

And this one might be obvious, but getting an unlock from DJI does not mean it's legal to fly in an NFZ. That will just allow the drone to take off in locations where it normally cannot fly.

 

[Rick Fast]

B4UFLY does not integrate with DJI's applications in any way. You'll need to request an unlock from DJI here in order to fly in an NFZ.

And this one might be obvious, but getting an unlock from DJI does not mean it's legal to fly in an NFZ. That will just allow the drone to take off in locations where it normally cannot fly.

Thanks, it looks like that did it!!

 

[GFields]

Just joining up after having some issues with the new "NFZ" restriction on my Mavic 2 Pro. Never had that before and trying to get it straightened out. B4uFLY says I'm ok to fly, and I filled in the flight plan to stop the resptriction, but I'm using a mini pad with no cellular sim and I wonder if that is what is stopping my from getting approved. I have using my phone The screen is too small for my beady little eyes to see outside. Any one have any experience with this?

Greetings from Birmingham Alabama USA, welcome to the forum! We look forward to hearing from you!

 

[LoudThunder]

Just joining up after having some issues with the new "NFZ" restriction on my Mavic 2 Pro

Welcome from the Hampton Roads area of Virginia, USA. We have a Member's Map in the Upper Right of the Title Bar. Click on "Members" and then Click on "Member's Map…" Check it out and you might find some new flying friends.

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From the issues you are having, it sounds like you are a New Drone Pilot, there are a couple of Legal Things you may need to do…

If you have not already done so, you will need to get your TRUST Certificate. You can get that at the Pilot Institute Web Site (FREE…). Your Drone weighs more than 250-grams (0.55 pounds), and even while you are flying under The Exception for Recreational Flyers, you are required to register your Drone.

Link to the TRUST Certificate at the Pilot Institute Web Site (FREE…)

FAA TRUST Online Portal for Recreational Drone Operators - Pilot Institute

Get your FAA TRUST Certificate of Completion to legally fly drones for recreational reasons in the United States.

trust.pilotinstitute.com

FAA TRUST Online Portal for Recreational Drone Operators - Pilot Institute
Get your FAA TRUST Certificate of Completion to legally fly drones for recreational reasons in the United States.
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Link to the FAADroneZone (Optional Registration for Drones under 250-Grams…)

FAADroneZone

faadronezone-access.faa.gov

If you are considering acquiring your Part 107 License, here is a link to get you going…

Online Ground School: Aviation Classes - Pilot Institute

Pilot Institute offers courses on drones and airplanes from world-class experts. Pass the Part 107 or Private Pilot exam and take to the skies.

pilotinstitute.com

Since you live in North Carolina, there are specific laws and rules for you to follow, please check the link below for all the Rules and Laws that are in effect in your neck of the woods and it also links you to some of the Best Places to Fly in your area… Also, if you travel on vacation, visit friends, and relatives in other parts of the country, check back here so you do not run afoul of the law.

Federal Drone Laws in the United States (FAA) - Pilot Institute

44809 is an exemption from Part 107 drone laws. This means that drone pilots fly under Part 107 drone rules by default unless they meet all 9 of the requirements to fly under 44809, the exception for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft. You can read more about these requirements...

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Even if you have flown Drones before, here is some Good Old Fashion Advice…

You paid a lot of money for that Drone, put your phone number on it. If your drone gets lost or stuck in a tree and it finally comes down when you are not around, give the finders an opportunity to contact you so it can be returned.

Now, for the Fun Part, But do not let the excitement of the moment get the best of you. When you are going out to fly, do it slowly and deliberately. Get used to a set procedure and even practice it.

There are so many things I could write but these are the highlights that I feel need mentioning.

Plug in your phone/tablet into your controller; turn on the Controller and DJI Fly App (if it does not start on its own…). On the Drone, open the front legs, then open the back legs, then remove the Gimbal Cover.

The Gimbal is the most delicate item on the Drone and banging or bumping can damage it. I also fastened a short "Remove Before Flight" ribbon to the cover so it's more noticeable and I do not forget to remove it…

Turn on the drone and watch it come to "life." Watching the Gimbal go through its self-check is almost like watching a puppy or kitten opening its eyes for the first time…

Place the drone down (preferably on a Landing Pad) while it finishes its self-test (collecting satellites, etc…).

Check your battery status (Phone, Drone, and Controller), check the Signal Strength, by now the Controller should have reported it updated the Home Point.

Lift off, 6- feet (2-meters) or so, hover a bit, check the controls (move the drone a bit forward, back, left, right, yaw left and right). By now, your Controller will probably report again, Home point Updated.

If you go out in a rush and race thru your start up and take off before the drone has finished it prep, it may update its Home Point over that pond or that old tree you are flying over and in your excitement, you'll fly the drone long past it Low Battery point and when it engages Return to Home and lands in the pond or in a tree; it will be all on you…

Now go have fun, learn to fly the drone by sight before you try to fly it out a distance depending on the video feed, FPV.

I would also advise you to use YouTube and watch a lot of the Videos on flying and setting up the Drone. When it is too dark, too cold, or too wet, you can "fly it vicariously" through YouTube. Also watch some of the Blooper Drone Videos and learn how not to fly your "New Baby."

Fly On and Fly Safe…

 

[MavicFlyer2]

Hello from Minnesota and welcome to the Forum and congratulations on getting things figured out....as you know there's a lot of good quality teaching/feedback going on in here. Just ask, and the experts are great on providing good sound advice for you to apply and use...Remember to always Fly safely and fly smartly representing all of us drone hobbyist well.

 

[Kendallfordguy]

Welcome from Wisconsin!

 

[Laborous]

Welcome to the forum from the beautiful woods of Maine!
There’s many knowledgeable members willing to help you with any questions you have. Search the forum using key words and if you don’t find an answer, post your questions and I’m sure you’ll get a quick response! Fly safe and stay safe!

 

[Talldiver]

Welcome to the forum from North New Jersey

 

[PakNheat380]

Welcome to the forum from NW Montana

 

[PMF23]

Welcome from Iowa!

 

[wjkrysak]

Welcome to the forum. We look forward to your participation and your view of the world.

 

[RkyMtnHigh]

Just joining up after having some issues with the new "NFZ" restriction on my Mavic 2 Pro. Never had that before and trying to get it straightened out. B4uFLY says I'm ok to fly, and I filled in the flight plan to stop the resptriction, but I'm using a mini pad with no cellular sim and I wonder if that is what is stopping my from getting approved. I have using my phone The screen is too small for my beady little eyes to see outside. Any one have any experience with this?

Welcome to the forum from the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Colorado! Happy and safe flying!

 

[4 inch pistons]

Hi Rick. I am in eastern NC around Greenville. Are you in the area?