Noob Bay Area Pilot

[Bigreddog]

Just got my first Mavic (or drone for that matter) over the weekend! Looking forward to learning from the group. A couple of things i have to ask:

1. What the the top 3 tips/advice you can give me as a new drone owner
2. What is the best single accessory is must have for newbs (I have the fly more kit already)

Thanks!

BRD

 

[msinger]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots!

What the the top 3 tips/advice you can give me as a new drone owner

• Download and read the Mavic Manual
• As you're starting out, practice flying outdoors in a wide open location that is free of all obstacles
• Be aware of the Tips for Avoiding Common Pilot Mistakes and Tips for Avoiding a Crash

What is the best single accessory is must have for newbs

Use this gimbal & cover instead of the gimbal lock & cover that comes with the Mavic. It's easier to use and the tabs won't break off the gimbal cover after a few months of use (the tabs on the OEM cover are pretty flimsy).

If interested, you can find a complete list of my must-have Mavic accessories here.

 

[Top Hat]

Read the manual!!!
Before updating to the latest FW, do a test flight w/ the original FW that came w/ the AC/RC, then decide if you want to join the BETA testers club.
Do not forget to remove the camera clamp b4 u power up.

 

[dirkclod]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots .
I hope you will find our site helpful and look forward to any input , photo's/video's you might post .
Don't be shy and ask anything if you can't find it by searching .

 

[Bunny Too]

Just got my first Mavic (or drone for that matter) over the weekend! Looking forward to learning from the group. A couple of things i have to ask:

1. What the the top 3 tips/advice you can give me as a new drone owner
2. What is the best single accessory is must have for newbs (I have the fly more kit already)

Thanks!

BRD

Howdy from Wyoming Bigreddog, welcome to the community, plenty of fine folk and excellent information here.

 

[LasVegasPilot]

Don't do like I did. Take it to an open field to get the hang of it.

Get a second battery and a case instead of that box. Sucks batteries are expensive but 20 min flight time just isn't enough.

 

[Mossiback]

...1. What the the top 3 tips/advice you can give me as a new drone owner
2. What is the best single accessory is must have for newbs (I have the fly more kit already)

Hi Bigreddog. Welcome!

1) a) Follow the advice above. b) Attach streamers, ribbon, hubcap, or whatever works to the camera clamp so you will notice it when it is attached. That little clear piece of plastic is easy to miss. c) Watch this video

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2) Two accessories: ND filters for shooting video and prop guards if you really must fly indoors.

 

[LasVegasPilot]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots!

• Download and read the Mavic Manual
• As you're starting out, practice flying outdoors in a wide open location that is free of all obstacles
• Be aware of the Tips for Avoiding Common Pilot Mistakes and Tips for Avoiding a Crash

Use this gimbal & cover instead of the gimbal lock & cover that comes with the Mavic. It's easier to use and the tabs won't break off the gimbal cover after a few months of use (the tabs on the OEM cover are pretty flimsy).

If interested, you can find a complete list of my must-have Mavic accessories here.

Just ordered the cover/clamp. Thanks for the suggestion.

 

[LuvMyTJ]

Hello,
It is a pleasure to welcome you to the Mavic Pilots forum.
I hope that you will be able to use the forum to further your safety knowledge and for the exchange of innovative ideas and as a resource for current developments in Mavic quadcopters.
Enjoy!

*MAVIC MANUAL: https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/mavic/20171012/Mavic+Pro+User+Manual_V1.8.pdf
*GO 4 APP MANUAL: DJI Go 4 Manual

 

[Bigreddog]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots!

• Download and read the Mavic Manual
• As you're starting out, practice flying outdoors in a wide open location that is free of all obstacles
• Be aware of the Tips for Avoiding Common Pilot Mistakes and Tips for Avoiding a Crash

Use this gimbal & cover instead of the gimbal lock & cover that comes with the Mavic. It's easier to use and the tabs won't break off the gimbal cover after a few months of use (the tabs on the OEM cover are pretty flimsy).

If interested, you can find a complete list of my must-have Mavic accessories here.

Thank you! This was very helpful.

 

[Ebonicus]

Download UAV forecast, bay area has many restricted areas to avoid.

Read and watch everything you can.

Fly safe so the hobby flourishes!