Hi from Rochester NY. On 6/15 my attempt to demo my DJI mini 4 failed. Restricted zone? Need some tips. Greetings.
Newbie from Rochester, NY
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Hello from the Crossroads of America Lummers.
It looks like you may be in a restricted area.
You can download this app and may get authorization to fly at a restricted altitude in the area.
DJI geo zone may have to be unlocked as well.
I don't know how to do it but I think it's easy.
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It looks like you may be in a restricted area.
You can download this app and may get authorization to fly at a restricted altitude in the area.
DJI geo zone may have to be unlocked as well.
I don't know how to do it but I think it's easy.
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Unlocking a GEO Zone on Your DJI Drone
During regular use of your drone, you may find that the drone cannot take off at some popular sites, the app prompts that the drone cannot take off and the drone has entered a Restricted Zone, and some areas are displayed in red on the map. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to apply for...
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Welcome to the forum from the beautiful woods of Maine!
Welcome to the forum from Northwest New Jersey. There are apps that you can download to show restricted zones. I personally use Aloft Air Control on my iPhone. LANNC is incorporated into the app so you apply for auhtorization i you meet the FAA requirements.
Hi Lummers! I'm in Henrietta just a few miles from you. Looks like you are over at RIT. I flew an approved mission there for a photo shoot and it was very tricky as you are so close to the ROC airport departure/approach path. In many spots you are limited to 50 FT AGL. There is also a DJI imposed Geo Zone that you will need to apply for with DJI and wait for approval so you can unlock your drone and controller. Go to DJI and search for Geo Zone unlocking.
Also, beware of any restrictions on RIT campus by RIT Campus Security. There are some buildings with "special projects" that take their security VERY seriously.
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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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Other's have offered you lots of help, now that is up to you… But for you to fly legally, keep reading…
As 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 less than 250-grams (0.55 pounds), and while you are flying under The Exception for Recreational Flyers, you are not 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.
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Link to the FAADroneZone (Optional Registration for Drones under 250-Grams…)
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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.
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Since you live in New York, 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."
Below is the link to all of the downloads offered by DJI for the Mini 4 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 4 Pro - Download Center - DJI
At DJI Download Center, Learn aboutDJI Mini 4 Pro
Fly On and Fly Safe…
Welcome too from the U.K. if I can fathom out how to fly in your beautiful country then you shouldn’t have too many problems.
Welcome to the forum. We look forward to your participation and your view of the world.
I'm in Rochester - Work on University and live in Webster. Happy to give you a hand if needed.
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