Visiting UK Soon - Could I Buy a Mini 4 Pro in London?

[CadrePilot]

My main drone these days is a Mavic 3 Pro. Some of the limitations with it include a current challenge to find a 'handbag' that meets British Airways size limits, as well as flight limits in the UK for being >250g.

Would buying a Mini 4 Pro in London (I'll be there a week before going to the Yorkshire countryside) make any sense?

 

[Felix le Chat]

My main drone these days is a Mavic 3 Pro. Some of the limitations with it include a current challenge to find a 'handbag' that meets British Airways size limits, as well as flight limits in the UK for being >250g.

Would buying a Mini 4 Pro in London (I'll be there a week before going to the Yorkshire countryside) make any sense?

Larger drones are not that restricted outside of urban areas, sub-category A3 rules (look on CAA website) are very straightforward. There's plenty of open country around Yorkshire/Lancashire where your Mav 3 will be perfect.

If you're planning to fly in London or the suburbs: yes, an A1/A3 drone (Mini 4 Pro) will give you more leeway as long as you can get it up in the air between the NFZ's.... but won't you get slapped with duties when you take it back home?

 

[CadrePilot]

Larger drones are not that restricted outside of urban areas, sub-category A3 rules (look on CAA website) are very straightforward. There's plenty of open country around Yorkshire/Lancashire where your Mav 3 will be perfect.

If you're planning to fly in London or the suburbs: yes, an A1/A3 drone (Mini 4 Pro) will give you more leeway as long as you can get it up in the air between the NFZ's.... but won't you get slapped with duties when you take it back home?

Actually, we'll be in full group vacation mode in London and I don't plan to get the drone out at all. Just can't expect the others to wait on me.

Yeah, I'm on the fence, as the Mavic 3 Pro's three lenses should give me reasonable views of just about everything. Still pondering...

If I did want to buy in London, any suggestions on retailers?

 

[Felix le Chat]

Last time I was in the smoke: Duran Duran was still popular (and young)... so its safe to say I'm not current with London shopping.

But I may have solved your other problem... the one about the Brit reg bag...

LEKUFEE Waterproof Hard Case Compatible with DJI Mavic 3 / DJI Mavic 3 Fly More Combo and More DJI Mavic 3 Drone Accessories [NOT Include Mavic 3 Drone][NOT Fit Mavic 3 Cine], Black (LK850-1) : Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games

LEKUFEE Waterproof Hard Case Compatible with DJI Mavic 3 / DJI Mavic 3 Fly More Combo and More DJI Mavic 3 Drone Accessories [NOT Include Mavic 3 Drone][NOT Fit Mavic 3 Cine], Black (LK850-1) : Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games

www.amazon.co.uk

You're spoiled for choice when it comes to impressive countryside once you're north of the Watford Gap... Take the big girl for a holiday.

 

[CadrePilot]

Last time I was in the smoke: Duran Duran was still popular (and young)... so its safe to say I'm not current with London shopping.

But I may have solved your other problem... the one about the Brit reg bag...

LEKUFEE Waterproof Hard Case Compatible with DJI Mavic 3 / DJI Mavic 3 Fly More Combo and More DJI Mavic 3 Drone Accessories [NOT Include Mavic 3 Drone][NOT Fit Mavic 3 Cine], Black (LK850-1) : Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games

LEKUFEE Waterproof Hard Case Compatible with DJI Mavic 3 / DJI Mavic 3 Fly More Combo and More DJI Mavic 3 Drone Accessories [NOT Include Mavic 3 Drone][NOT Fit Mavic 3 Cine], Black (LK850-1) : Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games

www.amazon.co.uk

You're spoiled for choice when it comes to impressive countryside once you're north of the Watford Gap... Take the big girl for a holiday.

Don't I know it! I have 5 weeks in Yorkshire!!!

Don't think I want to go with a hard bag. I've been that route and it didn't suit me. Thanks though.

 

[Cafguy]

You will have to pay import fees and Taxes when you bring it back to the U.S. Expensive mini 4 IMO

 

[Cymruflyer]

I just arrived here on British Airway last Saturday. Limit what you need and find a stiff back pack because you carry all your stuff onboard for a drone. The plane was full but the overhead bins are large and there was plenty of space to put your drone up there and keep it safe.

I took the British test which was easy, a 40 question test and you have study guide to help you if needed before you take the test. You get a number and certificate to print out. I'm flying my Mavic 2 Pro and there is no problem out in the country, like where you will be in Yorkshire. We are in my homeland of Wales, same open countryside. Don't be concerned about buying another drone and just bring your 3, you will be fine.


Now I have to find Old Man Mavic, he lives near me here.

 

[Cymruflyer]

You will have to pay import fees and Taxes when you bring it back to the U.S. Expensive mini 4 IMO

Returning to the US on Monday we had not even a hint of a stop in customs. So if someone had bought something, they may well never have been questioned about any purchases. It's not like the old days where they pulled half the people aside and went through their suitcases, even looking through paper receipts.