5 Tips For Flying Drones in Snow, Winter and Cold Weather

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  • @chrisingram5251
    @chrisingram5251 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’ve been flying drones now for several years and the “acclimating” tip is one that i never really thought of! Very cool tips!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @MarkH163
    @MarkH163 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I especially like the tip on flying backwards, totally makes sense! Great tips, Jake, thanks!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Mark!

  • @dr.kennethnoisewater26
    @dr.kennethnoisewater26 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Good snow storm coming in tonight. Going out in the morning to catch first light over the bay. Good tips, thanks

    • @logangrashoff6460
      @logangrashoff6460 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      same i’m in missouri and it’s coming down hard here

    • @logangrashoff6460
      @logangrashoff6460 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      waiting for the wind to die down and i’m
      gonna send it

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Just watch out for icing on the propellers. If the snow and the air temp are around freezing and or there is fog then watch out!

    • @logangrashoff6460
      @logangrashoff6460 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@JakeSloan yeah i had a couple of good flights then i was waking inside and dropped ok controller on accident and it has a message about the remote controller control error and when it connects it is stuck where the gimbal camera just goes up automatically

  • @BlairAir
    @BlairAir ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! Looking forward to this - thanks Jake! Great tips! No one has more snow experience than you!

  • @carlosamat
    @carlosamat ปีที่แล้ว +3

    good video and tips... being in Calgary, AB Canada... winter weather goes from November to April here... winter flying procedures are a must... 👍

    • @deanfordcreative
      @deanfordcreative ปีที่แล้ว

      November to April? You haven’t lived in Calgary long enough. 😂

    • @carlosamat
      @carlosamat ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@deanfordcreative you're right... only since 1966 😁

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hahahaha this thread made my night! cheers gents, Ive been through Calgary quite a few times and in fact I spend my first 2 years of school just north of there!

  • @jasonjackson8545
    @jasonjackson8545 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like you finally made it to Marquette Michigan. Congrats.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I did! both times it was just long enough to film what was needed for a TV show up in the area and then onto the next spot. Fantastic place I'd love to come spend a few days exploring

  • @georgekelly1948
    @georgekelly1948 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tips, Jake. Cheers from Wisconsin where Winter Storm Olive is heading my way.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers George! Been through your great state a couple times this winter and enjoyed it every time

  • @christianjonszies
    @christianjonszies ปีที่แล้ว

    Helpful tips! Made my first winter flight yesterday - about 40 Minutes in air with one battery - Thanks Jake!

  • @SkyTouch08
    @SkyTouch08 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Appreciate the tips Jake Very helpful!

  • @hikesome
    @hikesome ปีที่แล้ว

    Those tips are just what I needed. Thank you so much!

  • @joeamericauavfordav1096
    @joeamericauavfordav1096 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jake, Thanks for sharing. Another great video.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @davidmcpherson7451
    @davidmcpherson7451 ปีที่แล้ว

    I havent been flying because there is snow! Was going to today anyway because more snow coming. Thanks for info, perfect timing.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      glad to hear it and have fun!

  • @TravelerYaser
    @TravelerYaser ปีที่แล้ว

    Another fantastic educational video. Thanks, Jake.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @PrinsonBan
    @PrinsonBan ปีที่แล้ว

    You are my one of favourite youtuber. Love from Nepal ❤️🇳🇵

  • @paulfennell01
    @paulfennell01 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome chopper, drone too!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks!

  • @MrEddieNunez
    @MrEddieNunez ปีที่แล้ว

    So cinematic while snowing! 🙂

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      right? not planned but worked out well lol

  • @BruhMakesGlass
    @BruhMakesGlass 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Glad i watched this, i live in the mountains and got an upgrade from my mini 2 to an air 2S and want to get some video of this storm

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice!!

  • @sim2g
    @sim2g ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm your new sub - very good channel!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks and welcome

  • @tumbler_fpv
    @tumbler_fpv 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Güzel bir anlatım teşekkürler

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’re welcome

  • @knowyourmo
    @knowyourmo ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Jake! Another great, informative video. Any thoughts or advice regarding flying while it's snowing and any effect or harm to the drone? Your stuff always looks fantastic, thanks for sharing!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks David, so long as snow isnt melting onto the drone its fine, if some does then I always dry the drone and controller off with a soft cloth immediately after

  • @javjerez
    @javjerez ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Jake and greetings from Colombia. I living at Berlín Paramo (higth mountain 10.000 ft or 3200 m). This place is cooler, but the principal problem is the air density and the low pression. Your videos are very fantastics and useful. Thanks.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much!

  • @adamkoenig9228
    @adamkoenig9228 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh Jake can you please show a video how to program a camera drone? Thanks I love you videos.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Program it to do what exactly? I have a few videos about setup and settings on specific drones if that's what you mean

    • @adamkoenig9228
      @adamkoenig9228 ปีที่แล้ว

      8s(l)

    • @adamkoenig9228
      @adamkoenig9228 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just to set up the camera

    • @adamkoenig9228
      @adamkoenig9228 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The procedure you got to do

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I do have this video here: th-cam.com/video/Bb8FBrKo4u4/w-d-xo.html

  • @BlairAir
    @BlairAir ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Acclimating the drone temperature is a top tip. QUESTION: The arms on Mavic 3/Cine/Classic are aluminum or an alloy. Has that effected it's cold temp & precipitation handling in any observable way?
    I had to figure out what that insane enclosed ATV was. At first I thought: Sherp? Nope. I found it. FatTruck is a beast!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      FatTrucks are beasts! I haven't seen any difference on handling at all so far in the cold

  • @ezmomentsphoto
    @ezmomentsphoto ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jake nice B roll of Marquette! What were you doing up there or was that some b roll you found?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!! I was up there filming some pick up shots for a TV show episode I filmed in the area and over in WI

    • @ezmomentsphoto
      @ezmomentsphoto ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JakeSloan nice! Well i used to live up there and was SHOCKED to see the lower harbor in this video i stumbled upon. Keep crushing it

  • @MadChalet
    @MadChalet ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, you didn't tell us where to get that truck! 🤣Good tips, thanks!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      hahahahaha thanks

  • @robbinsdrones
    @robbinsdrones ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Solid tip and reminders! I haven't tried this, but heard that wiping WD-40 on the props will keep ice from forming - anyone here tried that yet?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      that will help some but I only really see it necessary if you are flying in temps that are right at freezing and it's raining or snowing

  • @CHICO-bw8hs
    @CHICO-bw8hs 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    will the snow get into the propeller motors since they are uncovered?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yes but it will not affect them unless it is freezing rain type of snow/rain mix

  • @CarolinaAirshots
    @CarolinaAirshots ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips Jake

  • @shouryateja
    @shouryateja ปีที่แล้ว

    Quick question - the problem with my dji mini 3 pro is that, a layer of super thin yet heavy ice starts forming around each of the propellers making it a bit heavier and difficult to fly and I get a warning of motor overload. Please help.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I do run into that as well from time to time and unfortunately you just cannot fly then

  • @vespa595
    @vespa595 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi Jake, hello from Budapest, Hungary :) I am so glad and happy that I found your video, now I feel much more confident to fly my drone... I do not plan to fly during snow fall but one thing remained in my mind... what about the possible freeze/ice generated on the props? Sometimes I heard that based on the fact that props are circulating the air around it will be colder and there might be possible tiny ice on the edge of the props which may influence the flying attitude (not altitude :D )
    Many thanks for your kind answer in advance and it was a pleasure to see those beautiful please in Alaska so so far away from me, here in the heart of Europe :)
    Cheers,
    Edward

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      it is possible and always something to watch for. keep your flights short and close and frequently check for ice build up.

  • @StefanMailey
    @StefanMailey ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I usually just tilt the camera down 45 degrees or a tad more when flying in snowfall. Flying backwards everywhere just gets awkward. If i get any snow on the filter... Usually flying in sport tends to just blow it off. Never had an issue.. Anyways, Loved the video,Jake. Cheers.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      great tips as well! I wish I had included them lol cheers

  • @HikeFly22
    @HikeFly22 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips thank you

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      you're welcome

  • @N3CR0LICH
    @N3CR0LICH 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If you have your batteries charging in your bag. Would this be sufficient in keeping them warm enough?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I keep warmers in my bag to keep the batteries warm

  • @jimanderson4865
    @jimanderson4865 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Jake....What steered you to Artlist for music ? I am trying Audiio at the moment.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I started using artlist because they were the only ones who allowed both TH-cam/social Media licensing and commercial use on the same plan early on.

  • @o_aydin
    @o_aydin 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    No mention of ice on the propellers?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I talk about how to avoid that

    • @MapleHillMunitions
      @MapleHillMunitions 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah I just bricked mine at over 300 feet. Fell like a stone outta the sky.

  • @paddlaistockholm
    @paddlaistockholm ปีที่แล้ว

    What kind of vehicle is that? It looks a bit like a modern version of the Volvo Puppy. 🤔

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s a Fat truck and they are made for arctic and very off-road work

  • @danreynoldsphotography210
    @danreynoldsphotography210 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for the tips Jake. So, I flew my Mavic 3 Pro today in a heavy snow and all went well ? Is it waterproof ? Have you had drones go down shooting in snowfall ? I was really surprised and went through almost 2 batteries..pushed the limit, but all ok. 24 degrees..

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      NICE, they have some protection but are not waterproof!

  • @D8Droner-xj5tg
    @D8Droner-xj5tg 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video and amazing ❤❤

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks

    • @D8Droner-xj5tg
      @D8Droner-xj5tg 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JakeSloan 👍❤️❤️

  • @nsvaluto48328
    @nsvaluto48328 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a question about my air question my air 3 when downloading footage I powered up I accidentally forgot about the gimble guard and it was still on at power up. When I realized it Immediately i took it off. I checked stabilization and it still worked. My question is did I ruin the the gimble by forgetting that one time?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      No you will be fine

    • @nsvaluto48328
      @nsvaluto48328 ปีที่แล้ว

      @JakeSloan thank you I was worried

    • @nsvaluto48328
      @nsvaluto48328 ปีที่แล้ว

      @JakeSloan I have a another question, I flew it at nite didn't know obstacle avoidness sensors don't work then. My battery was 30%. :all of sudden without no low battery warning it tried to come home and in doing so so it crashed. Why didn't low battery warning sound? Any ideas? Thanks?

  • @adamkoenig9228
    @adamkoenig9228 ปีที่แล้ว

    I mean how to load the camera to the phone. I just bought this drone is the first one. I can't figure out how the instructions I wish I could email it to you.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OOohhhhh I'll see if I can do a video on that

    • @adamkoenig9228
      @adamkoenig9228 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JakeSloan if you can it be much appreciated thank you!!

  • @SunriseWaterMedia
    @SunriseWaterMedia ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2:10 nice to see a fellow pincher! 👊

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      always sir! there is no other way 😂

  • @josefinandersson7646
    @josefinandersson7646 ปีที่แล้ว

    So the motors wont take damage from snow?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      no but you will need to be careful to no get snow inside the drone body

  • @SkiSurette11
    @SkiSurette11 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Can I fly my mini 4k in 29 degree weather?

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      you can just follow these tips and be careful

  • @richiet6381
    @richiet6381 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is crucial information!! Mahalo NUI(Thank you BIG) for sharing this, sir. I’ll definitely remember these tips for next time. I was not able to fly the last time I was in Anchorage. I mean it was -21° would that have been too cold? I did not want to risk it. By the way, there are times where I do reference some of your older videos to help me.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @LtheILLEST
    @LtheILLEST ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic Tips! Just got my drone this summer, DJI 3. Im to new to even think of hand launch and release, I’m definitely going practice that today 👍 got land pads for summer but i need diverse techniques and pointers such as this video for winter especially

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @meroamingaround
    @meroamingaround ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you send me a DJI avata 😂😂😂😂, Looking for some more fun.

  • @mrlawilliamsukwarmachine4904
    @mrlawilliamsukwarmachine4904 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    North Face do a fluffy glove ‘Osito’ with E-tip fingertips that work on smartphones. They’re women’s, so check for sizing. They fit my big man hands, tho!

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yeah I prefer non fluffy gloves

    • @mrlawilliamsukwarmachine4904
      @mrlawilliamsukwarmachine4904 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JakeSloansaying that…..you reminded me of a good hack of using those ‘hand warmer’ sachets. The trick is to not put them on our hands, but rather have it inside our clothes, close to our heart or kidney area. (Not directly on our skin). This warms our core. The ones you showed stay hot for up to twelve hours!!

  • @JavierSN95
    @JavierSN95 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i always say if its to cold for me its to cold for my drone.

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL thats not a bad way to go about it

  • @Damirbrown-io7ne
    @Damirbrown-io7ne 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One time I flew my drone in the cold and the arms froze during flight.
    I made an emergency landing 1.2 miles away

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      oh wow

  • @S-420
    @S-420 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    These batteries get so hot it doesn't matter how cold it is as long as you're using it

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      To a point yes. However if they get too cold the drone will not take off at all due to low voltage and I have flown in cold enough temps to see battery temperatures drop as I was flying so I had to stop and let them warm back up every so often

  • @t.g.remixed
    @t.g.remixed หลายเดือนก่อน

    I definitely don't recommend keep the batteries in your pocket

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      you have to keep them somewhere warm

    • @t.g.remixed
      @t.g.remixed หลายเดือนก่อน

      @JakeSloan I understand, but isn't a bad idea to carry a lithium battery in your pocket?

  • @flightographist
    @flightographist ปีที่แล้ว

    You definitely don't want snow inside your usb c ports, it melts and can short the circuitry inside your devices, just cost me 1100 dollars.

  • @BooFPV
    @BooFPV ปีที่แล้ว

    Tip #1 - Stay in Car

  • @seraniagency
    @seraniagency 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video Jake. Thank you for the tips

    • @JakeSloan
      @JakeSloan  26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad you found it helpful!