Ordered my first Drone!

[Puffufalo]

Hey there,

I've been lurking for a while and gawking at all the talent that's on this forum so i've been spending the last few months saving up for a Drone.

I've gone with the Mavic Air 2 Fly More Combo kit.

I was looking at the mini for a beginner Drone but after comparing some of the footage from a local pilot I wanted to shoot in 4k and have the option to take much better photos.

It arrives on Thursday and i'm so excited i'm like a Kid at Christmas!

I live in a small town in West Yorkshire near Gaddings Dam so i'll take a hike up there on the weekend for a proper session.

Any tips and tricks are most welcome as well as any hidden beauty spots in West Yorkshire.

 

[THE CYBORG]

Hi Puffufalo welcome to Mavic Pilots

New flyer advice.
Wide open space.
Slow & easy.
Power-lines & trees are evil.
Don't forget to reed the manual

 

[QuestionTime]

Hello & Welcome from a rainy Wales, UK! (Although later today, tomorrow & Thursday we should be reaching around 28 degrees!).

I also have the Mavic Air 2, and it's a crazy bit of kit - you'll definitely enjoy it!
Just an FYI (as most in the UK seem to forget!), you will need to register for a flyer & operator ID (CAA).

 

[AnzacJack]

Welcome to the addiction. It’s like crack

 

[mrjohnc1]

Welcome!

 

[Puffufalo]

Hello & Welcome from a rainy Wales, UK! (Although later today, tomorrow & Thursday we should be reaching around 28 degrees!).

I also have the Mavic Air 2, and it's a crazy bit of kit - you'll definitely enjoy it!
Just an FYI (as most in the UK seem to forget!), you will need to register for a flyer & operator ID (CAA).

Thanks for that, and thanks for the welcomes guys.

I was going to ask about the registration, how is the process in getting it all registered?

 

[QuestionTime]

Thanks for that, and thanks for the welcomes guys.

I was going to ask about the registration, how is the process in getting it all registered?

It's super simple - multiple answer theory test (similar to a driving license theory test, but for drones!).

Registering a drone or model aircraft | UK Civil Aviation Authority

Overview of how to register and take the test to fly drones or model aircraft legally in the UK.

register-drones.caa.co.uk

The cost is £9 - cheap as chips (well, £9 for chips is expensive, but you get the idea).

I do suggest you read the drone code before taking the test, just so you don't get the big F! Prepare for the theory test | UK Civil Aviation Authority

 

[Rigsby01]

Hi welcome, just go online CAA website follow instructions dead easy and very quick happy flying.

 

[Puffufalo]

It's super simple - multiple answer theory test (similar to a driving license theory test, but for drones!).

Registering a drone or model aircraft | UK Civil Aviation Authority

Overview of how to register and take the test to fly drones or model aircraft legally in the UK.

register-drones.caa.co.uk

The cost is £9 - cheap as chips (well, £9 for chips is expensive, but you get the idea).

I do suggest you read the drone code before taking the test, just so you don't get the big F! Prepare for the theory test | UK Civil Aviation Authority

Perfect, i'll get that boxed off before it arrives so it's all Kosher.

 

[QuestionTime]

Perfect, i'll get that boxed off before it arrives so it's all Kosher.

Should only take you 30 minutes to read the drone code & complete the registration
This forum has a lot of active users that help people everyday, but feel free to PM me if you've got any questions or concerns around UK drone flying etc.

 

[msinger]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[Alex Baxter]

I'd suggest UAV forecast app, and check before you fly, it's got maps with unauthorised zones etc too for planning locations

 

[Starz]

Home point is a must. Don’t fly without one.
Have fun!

 

[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 .

 

[Drone Master]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots! Enjoy the forum!

 

[itsneedtokno]

Welcome!

My own 2 cents:
Read this: A short explanation of compass function, calibration and errors.

Fly without looking at your screen at first. Understand what drone orientation is, what the lights mean, and how to navigate without the display. (Saved me numerous times)

Set up your menu system before take off. Meaning set your RTH Altitude, your RTH action, the APAS stuff etc. All before you take off.

Pretend like Sport mode doesn't exist.


Enjoy your new addiction. ?

 

[BarrieW]

Hi and welcome from Cheshire! My MA2 is arriving in 20 mins DPD- can't wait! The test is easy, I got 18/20 because answered the safe option on two- it means you have paperwork for police etc. Would advise using DroneID on amazon for stickers and card on lanyard £9.99 plus I have public liability (damage to person/property) with Coverdrone for £16.00 py and paperwork to show. AND IT'S ARRIVED!
Barrie

 

[BarrieW]

Oh! and UAV app Is good and spot on for this area.
Barrie

 

[itsneedtokno]

Hi and welcome from Cheshire! My MA2 is arriving in 20 mins DPD- can't wait! The test is easy, I got 18/20 because answered the safe option on two- it means you have paperwork for police etc. Would advise using DroneID on amazon for stickers and card on lanyard £9.99 plus I have public liability (damage to person/property) with Coverdrone for £16.00 py and paperwork to show. AND IT'S ARRIVED!
Barrie

Insurance and Registration Stickers ...


Both VERY good points ??

 

[Hauptmann]

Welcome to our Forum, from the friendly skies of Texas (across the pond in one of your former colonies)!

You picked a winner in the MA2. Lots of neat stuff to shoot all over the UK. As you can see, whenever you need help, there many, many fellow Brits and are over 100,000 of us here to provide guidance as you grow as a pilot and photographer. Just ask!

Glad you've joined us!