Hello from Norfolk UK

[DamoVit]

Hi all, new to drones but will definitely be getting a DJI, can't decide between a Mini 2 or Mini 3 as yet LOL.

I'll be searching on here for info and will be getting my flyer and operator ID in the next few days

 

[msinger]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[wjkrysak]

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

 

[MA2 317]

Hello from the Crossroads of America DamoVit.

Toy drones are easy to crash.

DJI drones are easy to fly.

Good luck with your research on which one(s) to purchase. You can own more than one.

Welcome to the Forum.

 

[GFields]

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

 

[Cafguy]

Welcome to the Forum and either would be a great choice I'm sure the subject would stir up a hornets nest lol

 

[old man mavic]

welcome to the forum
if the cost is not a factor in your purchasing decision ,then go for the Mini 3pro fly more with the RC controller with the built in screen ,it is an amazing bit of kit and you will have a lot of features
nothing wrong with other drones in the Mini line up,but the Mini 2 is getting a bit long in the tooth now

 

[LoudThunder]

new to drones but will definitely be getting a DJI, can't decide between a Mini 2 or Mini 3 as yet LOL.

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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Since you live in the UK, and you wrote tht you will getting your "flyer and operator ID", just be sure it's all you need… please check to ensure these are current.

Overview : Flying drones and model aircraft | UK Civil Aviation Authority

Find out what you need to know and do when you fly drones or model aircraft in the UK

register-drones.caa.co.uk

Since you are undecided about which drone to get, watch lots of YouTube Videos for all the drones under consideration.

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, and 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."

Below is the link to all of the downloads offered by DJI for the Mini 2, the Mini 3, and the Mini 3 Pro, including the User Manuals.

After you read the Manuals, read them again, you will be surprised what you missed the first time and you will be better prepared for that first "scary moment…"

DJI Mini 2 - Download Center - DJI

At DJI Download Center, Learn aboutDJI Mini 2

www.dji.com

DJI Mini 3 - Download Center - DJI

At DJI Download Center, Learn aboutDJI Mini 3

www.dji.com

DJI Mini 3 Pro - Download Center - DJI

At DJI Download Center, Learn aboutDJI Mini 3 Pro

www.dji.com

Fly On and Fly Safe…

 

[Drone Master]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots! Enjoy the forum!

 

[DamoVit]

Wow! Thank you all for some superb advice and a brilliant welcome. It’s much appreciated.

My budget is quite low so sadly the Mini3 pro is out of reach. I’ll continue enjoying my research. Thanks again

 

[Kendallfordguy]

Welcome from Wisconsin!

 

[PakNheat380]

Welcome to the forum from NW Montana

 

[LoudThunder]

My budget is quite low so sadly the Mini3 pro is out of reach. I’ll continue enjoying my research.

I fly the Mini 2 and I love it. I would not recommend going lower than the Mini 2 series. Depending on how tight the money is, consider a DJI Refurbished Drone. They offer a significate savings and they come with the same warranty as the new ones and they are eligible for the same Care Refresh Insurance (Highly Recommended, or a similar policy…).

This is the DJI's United Kingdom Web Site for their Refurbished Drones…

DJI Refurbished Products - Up to 20% Savings, Certified Quality and Full Warranty | DJI.com

Tested By Experts. Be Safe & Save. Every DJI Refurbished is thoroughly tested by DJI Experts and includes DJI standard warranty.

store.dji.com

Good Luck, Fly Safe…

 

[Tarmactripper]

hello and welcome

 

[Gagey52]

Greetings mate, welcome to the forum from the outback of Australia. Look forward to your input. Mini 2 has been super reliable.
Regards

 

[Pinedar]

Welcome DamoVit! nice choice on the mini 2. I just got mine not too long ago and no regrets.