test flight at low altitude allowed ?

[francois]

Hi,

I have just received my mavic and am keen to start using and was wondering if I could try it out in my communal garden (central london) at low altitude (i.e. no more than 2 m). There will be no one in a 15 m perimeter.

Do you think there is any risk ?

Thanks,

 

[msinger]

If you're new to DJI drones, it would be best to start out in a wide open area that is free of all obstacles (and people).

 

[Flawless]

The first (and best thing) to understand is; there's always some risk. The key is to minimise it.

I would say stick with the simulator until you can get somewhere that you actually feel comfortable flying - if you were comfortable doing it in the communal garden, you wouldn't feel the need to ask.

Would it be safe? Probably. Even moreso if you agree with the housing association (or other body that monitors the garden) ahead of time and notify residents. They may flat-out refuse you, however, as is their right.

 

[Bunny Too]

And 15 meters is really not a lot of room, the Mavic can cover that in less than a second if it wants too, make sure you can get excellent GPS.
Regards,
-d.

 

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