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[SevenIslands]

Hello Everyone,

New here today so I guess a brief intro is appropriate.

I'm glad to have discovered this forum and I'm looking forward to learning from shared knowledge and experiences of others, as well as contributing when I can.

I am new to Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) this year, suddenly and without a second thought after watching a single YouTube video, lol. I took a drag on a toy drone delivered to me the next day. That escalated to more hard stuff very quickly and I purchased a gateway drug within a couple weeks of that ... a DJI Mini 3 Pro and RC with the built-in screen. As is the case when one is weak, I now have my sights on a DJI Mavic 3 Classic.

I guess it would be relevant to also mention my general aviation background. I am a longtime general aviation Private Pilot license holder in the category of Fixed-Wing, Single Engine, Day, VFR, Land aircraft.

Cheers to all of you!

 

[MA2 317]

Hello from the Crossroads of America SevenIslands.

I took a drag on a toy drone delivered to me the next day. That escalated to more hard stuff very quickly and I purchased a gateway drug within a couple weeks of that ... a DJI Mini 3 Pro and RC with the built-in screen. As is the case when one is weak, I now have my sights on a DJI Mavic 3 Classic.

Yep.

Looks like you're hooked on the stuff.

The best rehab for this is to purchase more or sell it all now.

I am a longtime general aviation Private Pilot license holder in the category of Fixed-Wing, Single Engine, Day, VFR, Land aircraft.

Awsome.

Have fun with your new addiction.

Welcome to the Forum.

 

[Bob in Savannah]

Hello Everyone,

New here today so I guess a brief intro is appropriate.

I'm glad to have discovered this forum and I'm looking forward to learning from shared knowledge and experiences of others, as well as contributing when I can.

I am new to Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) this year, suddenly and without a second thought after watching a single YouTube video, lol. I took a drag on a toy drone delivered to me the next day. That escalated to more hard stuff very quickly and I purchased a gateway drug within a couple weeks of that ... a DJI Mini 3 Pro and RC with the built-in screen. As is the case when one is weak, I now have my sights on a DJI Mavic 3 Classic.

I guess it would be relevant to also mention my general aviation background. I am a longtime general aviation Private Pilot license holder in the category of Fixed-Wing, Single Engine, Day, VFR, Land aircraft.

Cheers to all of you!

Welcome from Savannah, GA! You found a great place to research your hobby. If you have any questions, you'll find your answers here.
Can't wait to see some of your footage.

 

[GFields]

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

 

[old man mavic]

welcome to the forum

 

[Cafguy]

WELCOME From SO. Cal

 

[Drone Master]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots! Enjoy the forum!

 

[Gagey52]

Greetings mate, welcome to the forum from the outback of Australia.
Regards

 

[LoudThunder]

I purchased a gateway drug within a couple weeks of that ... a DJI Mini 3 Pro and RC with the built-in screen.

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.

Member Map

mavicpilots.com

Since you live in Canada, there are specific laws and rules for you to follow, even for these little fellows, please check to ensure these are current.

Flying your drone safely and legally

How to fly a drone legally and safely in Canada

tc.canada.ca

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 3 Pro, including the User Manual.

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

DJI Mini 3 Pro - Download Center - DJI

Learn and download DJI Mini 3 Pro related apps, software, and manuals at the DJI Download Center

www.dji.com

Fly On and Fly Safe…

 

[Dronecation]

Hello Everyone,

New here today so I guess a brief intro is appropriate.

I'm glad to have discovered this forum and I'm looking forward to learning from shared knowledge and experiences of others, as well as contributing when I can.

I am new to Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) this year, suddenly and without a second thought after watching a single YouTube video, lol. I took a drag on a toy drone delivered to me the next day. That escalated to more hard stuff very quickly and I purchased a gateway drug within a couple weeks of that ... a DJI Mini 3 Pro and RC with the built-in screen. As is the case when one is weak, I now have my sights on a DJI Mavic 3 Classic.

I guess it would be relevant to also mention my general aviation background. I am a longtime general aviation Private Pilot license holder in the category of Fixed-Wing, Single Engine, Day, VFR, Land aircraft.

Cheers to all of you!

A DJI Mini 3 Pro gives you many freedoms in Canada [more than in the USA] but once you get anything above 250 grams like the Mavic 3 classic, you will have many restrictions you might not enjoy. Read up on them before you hit overdose alley...

 

[Kendallfordguy]

Welcome from Wisconsin!

 

[careless]

Welcome from Kentucky USA and I've been hooked for a long time.

 

[Chetk7677]

Welcome from Florida, USA.

 

[PakNheat380]

Welcome to the forum from NW Montana

 

[kalimah]

Hello Everyone,

New here today so I guess a brief intro is appropriate.

I'm glad to have discovered this forum and I'm looking forward to learning from shared knowledge and experiences of others, as well as contributing when I can.

I am new to Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) this year, suddenly and without a second thought after watching a single YouTube video, lol. I took a drag on a toy drone delivered to me the next day. That escalated to more hard stuff very quickly and I purchased a gateway drug within a couple weeks of that ... a DJI Mini 3 Pro and RC with the built-in screen. As is the case when one is weak, I now have my sights on a DJI Mavic 3 Classic.

I guess it would be relevant to also mention my general aviation background. I am a longtime general aviation Private Pilot license holder in the category of Fixed-Wing, Single Engine, Day, VFR, Land aircraft.

Cheers to all of you!

Welcome from Detroit.

 

[wjkrysak]

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

 

[SevenIslands]

Good morning everyone. Thank you all for the warm greetings, and tips. I feel at home already.

 

[Papa Beach]

Hello Everyone,

New here today so I guess a brief intro is appropriate.

I'm glad to have discovered this forum and I'm looking forward to learning from shared knowledge and experiences of others, as well as contributing when I can.

I am new to Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) this year, suddenly and without a second thought after watching a single YouTube video, lol. I took a drag on a toy drone delivered to me the next day. That escalated to more hard stuff very quickly and I purchased a gateway drug within a couple weeks of that ... a DJI Mini 3 Pro and RC with the built-in screen. As is the case when one is weak, I now have my sights on a DJI Mavic 3 Classic.

I guess it would be relevant to also mention my general aviation background. I am a longtime general aviation Private Pilot license holder in the category of Fixed-Wing, Single Engine, Day, VFR, Land aircraft.

Cheers to all of you!

As a Private Pilot who lost his medical and consequently tried to recapture at least some of the feeling I had flying by purchasing a RPAS, I’ve been disappointed…in part because of all the restrictions and rules that apply to what should be a fun and easy pastime. Hope it works out better for you!

 

[Dronecation]

As a Private Pilot who lost his medical and consequently tried to recapture at least some of the feeling I had flying by purchasing a RPAS, I’ve been disappointed…in part because of all the restrictions and rules that apply to what should be a fun and easy pastime. Hope it works out better for you!

Sorry to hear. What drone did you purchase if you don't mind me asking?

 

[Papa Beach]

Sorry to hear. What drone did you purchase if you don't mind me asking?

I Bought the Mavic Air 2 when it was first introduced and which has been problem free. At the time I did not realize all the preparation required just to go out and fly freely. It was less hassle flying airplanes.