Which DJI Drone should you get? I broke down all the drones available and explained why you would pick one over another. th-cam.com/video/Q0bC5ydSjms/w-d-xo.html
When I get my drone I'm not even going to fly it the 1st day , I'm taking it out for coffee so I have a chance to get to know it first. Thanks bud great tips ty!
Oh, nobody did this*?...ok! TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Not taking gimbal covers and sensor stickers off (1:18) 2. Not updating firmware (1:56) 3. Not calibrating the IMU and Gyro (2:18) 4. Not Letting your GPS lock on (2:50) 5. Flying indoors for the first flight (3:20) 6. Thinking it's just a toy (3:46) 7. Not knowing your drone (4:10) 8. Flying without a spotter (4:50) 9. Flying in restricted areas (5:22) 10. Not knowing the FAA Rules (6:05) 11. Not understanding your drone's sensors (6:34) 12. Turning off your GPS (7:12) 13. Not understanding weather (7:50) 14. Flying into a tree [Near Objects] (8:24) 15. Not understanding how automation works (9:06) 16. Flying too far away (9:39) 17. Flying under 30% battery (10:03) 18. Flying backwards near objects (10:27) 19. Only using the screen to fly (10:39) 20. Not understanding Sport Mode (11:02) Understand your drone, understand your drone's software
I was gifted a Mavic Air 2, and I want to thank you for sharing your training videos. Your videos have helped me understand my drone, and I now have the knowledge and confidence to safely fly my drone. One thing that I did to my controller was to place small pieces of white first aid tape on each side of the joy stick and label the direction with a fine tipped marker. For a newbie drone pilot having those direction labels have helped me not to get confused when learning to fly. I also labeled the FN button one click = Map/Live View and two clicks = Center Gimbel. I also put a reminder on the controller to put my phone in airplane mode so I don't receive texts or phone calls while flying.
@@TheFunnyCamGuy I would suggest that you put your phone in airplane mode when flying your drone. By doing so you won't be distracted by phone, text, and alert messages.
One mistake my son in law almost made was the return to home when he was on his sailboat. It started to land where the boat was when he took off. Luckily he was paying attention and was able to recover. Now he just has the drone hover and take the boat to it.
Useful tips. Thanks :-) My biggest mistake when first starting (with a cheaper, "training" drone): I figured flying it from the upwind side of the clearing, nearly direct overhead, was the way to go, but when I went up to maximum altitude (50-80 meters), the drone lost the connection, went into *slow descent mode* , yet *still drifted* with the gentle wind crashing some 300 meters away! The drone was going downwind faster than it was coming down in altitude, so I could never re-establish the connection. .... Now, I position myself closer to the center of the clearing and fly the drone 20 - 30 meters *upwind* from me. When flying high and it loses the wireless connection, it starts slowly descending -- right on top of me! When it gets close enough, I just re-establish the connection and continue flying. .... *One complaint* on the cheaper drones (and maybe others): they need a *fast/emergency descent mode*. My drone is only 180 grams, and *even a gentle updraft will counteract the normal descent mode and push the drone upward*. If I could simply pull down on the ascend/descend lever while in descent/landing mode, then it could descend much faster. Release the lever, and it goes back into regular descent mode. This would get the pilot out of many difficult situations due to troublesome winds, swooping birds of prey, (or GPS-position-maintained windy descents for expensive drones). (OT testing: putting a -hyphen/minus sign in front of text serves as a strikeout and then close with another hyphen- at the end (no spaces on either end for hyphens or asterisks))
Jeven, thank you, all pure gold. I just bought a Mavic Air and I know it has sensors in the back but the rest is still pure gold for the new pilot. Thank you.
What a well deserved thumbs up! Speaking as a newer user ( approx ten flights), I strongly recommend using sport mode only when trying to gain altitude quickly...it WILL get problematic quickly in horizontal flight. A very thorough understanding of the return to home feature is absolutely mandatory! I was told by a pro that it would be 25 flights before I could be considered a competent operator. I was a tad skeptical, and I am now a firm believer. I would also say new pilots should begin with a Spark as it can more likely to survive a crash without damage, whereas a Mavic is more vulnerable. Lastly, the only point of owning a quality drone is for video, and if you're unfamiliar with photo and/ or video editing, congratulations, you just inherited a couple more hobbies...and its all absolutely worth the time investment. If you're an Apple user, they have great free open media classes in the Apple stores, you take your project and hardware to the class and the instructors help when you encounter a problem, there is no set agenda...I highly recommend them in the absence of nerdy friends. Thanks for video, well done!
Another helpful tip: PRACTICE WITH THE SIMULATOR IN THE DJI GO APP. I am used to planes, for me, down was up! It broke me of the habit and I tested all of the flight modes. I could switch to map mode and perform all of the POI, locking modes and everything. Really helped with the mind-muscle connection of both controls and I flew much better my first (second really. I crashed it in the house like you mentioned first) time out. It was a breeze and my confidence was elevated.
Agreed, I have flown planes and helicopters but this will be my first drone, advantage is flying back to you will be easier if you can fly your plane back to you
Thanks for the helpful list of mistakes made by beginners like me. I can add my own one. By returning to the home position, my very new DJI Mavic 2 Zoom landed on the house roof about 3 meters off takeoff position. As most of the roofs, it is slanted and the drone slipped into rain gutter pipe and snagged and continued to work while I tried desperately to stop it with the controller. Quadcopter did not stop running. As a result, two damaged propellers, but everything else fortunately works. My conclusion is that the landing must be controlled visually - just my two cents.
See my comments above - vistagraphsnet a youtube post demonstrated it and when he took it to 10 meters it landed within two inches of takeoff. When he did not take it that high and hover but flew off immediately it landed eight feet from takeoff point.
this is a great video, the one that stuck for me the most is understanding the weather, I have flown helis for years before getting into drones and the weather is the first thing I found to be the biggest influence on where, when and how high to fly, Thanks. It can not be taken for granted whether your 8 or 35 years old, understanding how wind moves around objects like trees, buildings, poles, uneven ground, ponds and beaches, it takes a lot of research if you are a beginner but you have to learn this if you are to fly responsibly.
Great video Jeven, I've ordered my Mavic but not received it yet. I'm doing some research before it arrives to understand exactly the things you highlight. Thanks for the informative video delivered in a really nice style.
Thanks, Jeven! You are so right when talking about "understanding your drone and how it works" first before you start using all the drones technology to help fly it. I'm a "gaser" pilot from way back where we didn't have GPS but you the pilot, had to fly it all the while watching it and responding to the helis behaviour do to weather and environmental conditions. We've come a long way!! Now if only everyone getting a drone flyes it according to the rules that are in place in their countries, then the hobby/profession can move forward in a more positive way, so the rules don't get more restrictive!! Blue skies!!
Ha ha ha! I’m guilty of some of the minor issues you mentioned when I first began to fly drones or quads. I’m a private pilot and fly a real plane all the time. Quads are different. One thing that I had to get used to, was depth perception. When I first started flying quads, I crashed into a couple trees. I learned my lesson! Just PAY ATTENTION, and use common sense. Take it slow in the beginning and work your way through the settings and practice, practice, practice! Make sure you are in a wide open area and set parameters. In time you will gain the muscle memory necessary to become a proficient quad pilot. I added the “sUAV License” to my PPL. I’m now working on starting a little side business with my quad copter. It’s a long process and it will take some time for those of you who choose to do the same. Be patient! Don’t violate the FAA airspace restrictions! If you do, you will pay dearly! This was a very informative vid, and hopefully you will yield the warnings, and take the experience of seasoned pilots to heart! Great Job Jevon! SUB EARNED! 😎
I haven't even finished the video and you stopped me from error #5; I was going to try it inside (20' cathedral ceiling). I also learned a few other things (spotter, trees, flying backwards) before I've even unboxed or charged the batteries. Thanks again.
Awesome Tips! If I heard and applied your recommendation for not letting the battery go below 30%, my first drone crash wouldn't have happened. My First Crash: I was flying through a parking lot with tons of big trees and because I was pushing the battery and had Auto-Home selected for when it goes below 5%, it flipped into Auto and flew up into the branches. While in auto, it kept trying to go up through the branches till it flipped upside down and crashed 20 feet into the asphalt. It fell hard! Luckily I had DJI insurance and was able to replace it (too damaged for a repair).
Thank you this video was very helpful I’m not a new pilot but I haven’t flown in a while and I needed to remind my self of what to do (I’m not getting a maverick pro but I’m getting a holy stone HS110D)
Jeremy, as a guy who just today got his new Mavic Pro drone and hasn`t even flown it because I am doing an update on the software this video is gravely helpful before I go outside (not inside, eh?) and attempt to fly it. Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking the time and effort to make this video!!!
I'm new to drones. My first drone is the DJI air 2s. Your channel has been extremely informative and helpful. I have gained way more insight than I ever expected. So I just wanted to drop a line and say thank you.
Chinese have evolved the market place to the point where the product's return themselves back to the manufacturer for them to be re_boxed and re_sold all over again. Now that's technology.
Lol The first thing I did with my Spark, flying in doors, straight into a wall!! Luckily no damage done. Then I watched your Spark vids and now flying outdoors with no problems!! Hope you’re loving NZ!!
Sometimes even with hands on, your helicopter crashed in 2 seconds. Oh man, could you imagine if people had to show they could fly a r/c helicopter before they're allowed to fly a drone....
I made a lot of these mistakes... My Mavic Air 2 crashed into a tree while I was using ActiveTrack. Thankfully there was no damage. Thanks for the eye-opening video!
I just got my P4P+ that's still in the box, not flying. :) Of course, I am watching every video I can on drone flight concepts. I have learned a lot from your video. Thank you, very much. These drones are also susceptible to what is called VRS, or Vortex Ring State. Perhaps you could discuss this in your next video? (I fly a helicopter simulator and have learned just how surprising the VRS can be. The best escape is bank 30 degrees and pull collective.)
Randall MacDonald. One tip while descending rapidly. descend while moving forward or in any direction never reduce power and descend rapidly vertically. Descend against the wind never descend with the wind. Or descend vertically but reduce the rate of descent.
Great video you remind me so much of Mark Rober , I mean this as a compliment because you are very descriptive and detailed in your explanations , very glad I found your channel.
finally someone who speaks at the same speed I listen; My hat is off to you-You seem to answer my next question right before I think of it. I really appreciate all your efforts in making all these videos -- the way you concisely y and quickly present content I find valuable without trying to entertain me Is perfect. I heard you mention that you have a school for videographers and creators --that would be my number one choice for both myself and my son
Awesome tips! I'm buying a Mavic this month (finally). I probably won't even fly it the first day because I want to understand it first. Plus my house is in some zone where I supposedly have to notify the local airport that I'll be operating a drone.
Read, watch tutorial, how to vids etc before you get it, then watch them again after. Everything he says is so true. The more you learn before, the less chance you’ll make an expensive mistake. Enjoy
I recommend the ASA 107 test prep, it may not help with you flying the drone, but it will keep you out of trouble. There is a lot of rules (backed up by law) that you need to follow. If you have to notify the airport (within 5 Mi stat.) it shouldn't be an issue. you just need your aircraft registration number (If needed) , the make and model of your aircraft, the altitude you will fly at, at what time to what time you will be flying, and the location of where the pilot (you) will be at during the flight. Good on ya for learning the aircraft before flying it. Remember there is a simulator mode in the DJI app to learn the controls better before you fly for real.
I just crashed my drone a week ago and had to send it to DJI for repairs. Fortunately I had DJI care. Had it for 6 months. Number 13: understanding weather was my mistake. Thank you for sharing!
Not a fan of doing updates before you read for a few days or at least a few hours. You must know if the newest update will even work with your phone or tablet, Go to Mavic Pilots app and read read read. !!!!!! Some new updates will crash and ground you for weeks. So beware of that. Just because its a new update doesnt mean it a good update.
In most situations when it comes to updating software, not always the best option. Sometimes I'd rather deal with a bug that I know well rather than deal with surprise bugs that may be in the update
Excellent! Just got my Mavic 2 Pro and a bunch of extras including more batteries, prop guards etc. I have not even tried to video anything - just flying close and learning the Mavic on our couple of acres. Your advice is "Spot On" !!
Very helpful, thanks mate. I wish I watched this before I bought my new Mavic Air 2, got so excited and flew it inside and put it into the ceiling fan on Day One. Ha ha
This guy be like, "The number one thing people forget to do is take it out of the box before flying, guys it's not going to fly if you don't take it out of the box okay. I've seen so many people just throw their drone in the air while it's still in the box and it won't fly. I know to most beginners it might not make sense but you've gotta take it out of the box first."
I found the video pretty good, knowing I have never touched a dron, there is some things that you can miss. My dad took the dron inside the house so don't think this video is stupid. And don't think you're smarter cuz you are an expert in drons bighead
I always buy my drones from dji stores never on the internet when you walk into dji with $2000 you get good service and everything explained to you and demonstrated
DJI Mavic Pro as their first drone? Noooooooooooooooooo. People need to start off with a $50 drone to break in their basic skills. You don't buy your teenager a $30k SUV for their first car do you? Then you wouldn't spend $1000 on your first drone. Crash it a couple dozen times, replace props and motors, then graduate to a $100 drone. Hone your skills even more. Then take the plunge. I've dropped my Syma drones into pools, into ceiling fans, heck a dog even ran off with one. I didn't lose my lunch. If my Mavic Pro got taken by an eagle I'd be DEVASTATED lol. Maybe because my income isn't as fluid as some I guess. But that's my $.02 so if you got the $$ and if it's what you want, more power to you, it's just not something we all can do from get go.
Yeah, stuff like that is crazy. I'm debating whether I should just buy a Tello drone right now or wait to see if there's a sale on the near future. A bit on the pricey end for a first drone, but still reasonable. On the flip side, I was getting gas over the summer and a guy had a DJI Phantom flying around over the highway. It was his first time flying a drone, and he was doing it while drunk sitting on the patio at the bar.
wingmanalive actually, starting off with a $50 pos is a great way to turn anybody off to flying. Folks new to the rc hobby should ALWAYS start off eith a ground based vehicle in kit form that they have to build from the ground up. This teaches not only how things work, but it also (and more importantly) teaches patience. Once they've mastered an understanding of surface vehicles, then they graduate to building and learning to fly fixed wing rc aircraft and then drones.
Strongly disagree. Starting with a $50 piece of shit drone is the best way to get so frustrated that you just give up altogether. I started with a $100 drone. No GPS, it required constant user input just to hover in one place, constantly compensating for the slightest breeze. The camera was not gimballed so it was almost impossible to get any useful footage. Yes, it crashed and not a lot of damage was done, but that really doesn't matter much when flying it is not fun no big loss but also no fun. Needles to say that drone is sitting in a box collecting dust. You can start with a $1000 drone if you don't rush it and are smart about it.
You should be writing the manuals for DJI. Seriously, your videos are first rate! So easy to understand and follow. I've been flying for years, bu today is my first time with DJI and the experience has been so much better than with other products. But your videos have been great as a refresher.
Thanks a lot. It is very helpfil for the beginners and even for advanced drone pilots. Just one more advise for the beginners is: before you even unpack your new drone, go to TH-cam and type a serch request: ""MY_TYPE_OF_DRONE crash" and "MY_TYPE_OF_DRONE flyaway". There will be a lot of stuff to see and to analyze. Especially for new expensive hi tech drones having new features in firmware, software and in hardware.
The GREATEST mistake for me that when i bought it i think that i could take it with me everywhere... wrong!! in Vietnam they could confiscate it on arrive in airport, in thailand you could go even got to jail... mavic became half useless for me(((
They really should add registration points to airports, that tourists could register his drone for $20-30 for a month. Easy money for government and a lot less problem for tourists...
Top vid my friend. I watched loads of vids first, then got a note book and wrote the hints / tips / starting procedure down before even starting the drone, then 1st flight in a field, took it no more than a few mts off the ground and spent time learning the controller,, so glad I did this rather than unbox/go fly,,,,,,
It drives me crazy when I see a video where the person has little or no idea what they are doing, and they are already "sharing" their wisdom with us. YOU get it! It's complex. And if something goes wrong, you have to get it back under control and get it back to land it. GREAT video! I subscribed too. Looking at a DJI in my future....
It holds a glock perfectly. You can even update the firmware to enable crosshairs on the screen so you can line up your shot. Technology has come so far from the days of the Helicopter with a crossbow mount.
Thank you very much. I am waiting for the delivery of my first drone and your advice has been eye opening. At least I was already planning to do a few of the mistakes that you are warning about: "Why not entertaining family on Christmas Day with some indoor shots in my small living room on Christmas Day?" Thanks again
1. Gimal? lol Remove all the stickers... Where are they and why? The whole point of a "Video" is to show people.. Otherwise its just a podcast mate... 2. Firmware is not all about "Bugs" It often contains updates for No Fly Zones, mapping and software changes to make things a bit easier to use. Bugs, yes, definitely, but not the only reason. 3. In between calibrations, the "Last known location" and the orientation and height both in AGL and ASL can change dramatically, dis-orientating your drone. This will cause the "Return to home" and other navigational features to fail miserably, and can also cause the drone to not even take off if it cannot understand where it is. 4. No comment... 5. Again, ZERO mention of insurance, no fly zones and how to find somewhere safe to fly it, and so far, no drone has ever "chopped someones arm off" Making a video where you tell people "What to do" without any reasoning, or what "appears" to be any knowledge of why/how is really not helpful bud... You might as well have made a video that just says "Read the manual"... Sooo much info and practical info missing, this is just a generic lecture! Seems 112 others also thought the same thing. The 1K thumbs up'ers are missing a LOT of info...
Richard Wraith It was still a good video but lacks this information. I hope this comment wasnt in anyway to diss the video just because of missing information. The video taught me much more than what I knew before. This comment just helped me a bit more.
Well then, do one yourself. If you need to be shown how to remove stickers..after being told where they are....if you dont know firmware means 'updates' prehaps you need someone to hold your hand and go through it all again
Richard Wraith 1; I am sure the stickers are there for protection from scratches, dirt/dust/derbies on glass surfaces that could occur through transportation.
Just found your videos today, and as a long time fixed wing and quad copter R/C pilot as well as a Part 91 pilot, I'd like to complement you on your content. I just started with a Mavic 2 a couple of months ago and learning to be a videographer whos camera flies is a wonderful new experience. Your videos are a great resource. Thank you!
I've never flown a drone before, but I've just bought a Ryze Tello and a DJI Spark, I'm going to practice basic control with the Tello then move onto the Spark. I'm watching as many vids like this as I can in he hope that I don't make too many basic mistakes. I'm a bit scared to be honest, but also excited. Lol. Thanks for the info and best wishes from downunder. 😊
Your video is so helpful sir and much appreciated as a new "drone pilot:". I made a mistake exactly what you pointed out in your video, got the P3 Standard out of the box and tried to fly in the family room and guess what? Drifted straight into the wall, flipped upside down and all propellers spun at full power uncontrollable, luckily it didn't brake, just the dome on top of the propellers flattened. I've flown the Inductrix and Syma X5UW indoor all the time without any problems and was thinking the DJI P3 Standard is the same. I learned my lesson :)))
Well worded all of it....I started to fly drones manually ten years ago and still do ...started with a Dragonfly, crashed many times till I got it down....I think anyone who starts to fly should def master flying manually 1st...flying inward as well....awesome video bro...
You nailed it. That would be my list exactly. The biggest being, "Know your drone." And that ain't easy with the Mavic - it has LOADS of features and failsafes. I studied it for weeks before I pulled the trigger and bought one, and then kept on reading even after it was delivered. I've had mine for a little over a year now, and the only crash I had was hovering it in my kitchen when I first got it - hahahaha - good ole rule #5. Well done.
Thanks for this post. Unbelievable what people do... Just got my DJI Mini 3 Pro, and it is fabolous! Big open spaces is what´s needed in the begining for sure. Wind poses challenges, as well as maintaining eye contact with the drone when it is 80 meters away. The off white color makes it hard :/
Great video...I'm treating myself to a DJI Mavic Air fly more package next week for my birthday... Never flown a drone so I'll be using the included prop guards in a 50 acre pasture... after I've downloaded all of the firmware updates and batteries are at full power....Baby steps.....Thank you bro Picked the Mavic Air for it's rear sensors.... Technology marches on...Carl Sagan knew drones...Talk about flight time...Lol
Cheers mate, I have a Mavic Pro Platinum coming in the post. I'm exactly the bloke who will tear it out of the box and try and fly it because who really has time to read the small stuff!. I am beginning to appreciate what's really involved thanks to your advice.
Very informative video. The spotter tip, or at least keeping an eye your drone is key. These DJI drones do not survive a crash at all. Especially the camera. Without the camera and gimbal working flawlessly, they are just very expensive toys.
Very informative and useful for Beginner Pilots. Firmware of aircraft as well as remote and calibration of IMU and Gyro are very much needed, as I struggled a lot for 3 days! Thanks for great tips.
nice video! when those no fly zone happens to be everywhere in your region and only a select few are allowed to freely operate ain't that a bummer to live in the most prettiest piece of land on the planet and not be able to take an aerial footage cuz the limitation imposed by alien forces present in as disguised as your saviours! this sucks super bad
You sound like a very smart, level-headed, and down-to-earth guy. I really appreciate your videos and all of the information! Can't say thank you enough!
If you end up buying an DJI Mavric Pro for a starter pilot, I recommend knowing how to control the drone at line of sight both on GPS then manual mode once your comfortable. Map out your perimeter and watch out for any air traffic and restricted zones. Do not fly above anyone "At a certain range." Do not assume the drone will fly itself.
Very well done, I'm a flyer and spent a good week just reading & watching tips and strict practice sessions for confidence and a system of check points. All your videos are very good, just enough info for one to learn and go out and learn more. Thanks
Heck i used to fly rc helis and it still took me a few months before i got video worth sharing. It seems people who have enough money to buy nice drones are the ones least likely to listen to the manual. :-)
Thanks for a great video I've been using a drone for a year now and there is not one thing you said that is not needed to fly safe if new pilots were to see this video they would save a lot of headaches and money. Thanks Again
Thanks for all the great advice, Jeven. I am thinking of buying a drone and have a question. I am a helicopter pilot and can fly one well. However, I always had problems with the helicopter video simulators and crashed lots. Do you think I should be able to fly a drone? It seems with gimbals and GPS they appear to be relatively easy to fly.
Line of sight was my first leason, don't kill the motors mid flight 2nd, if the drone is acting weird, stop and recalibrate everything 3rd, don't let controller run out of power 4th, keep all electronics devices away while starting.
Which DJI Drone should you get? I broke down all the drones available and explained why you would pick one over another. th-cam.com/video/Q0bC5ydSjms/w-d-xo.html
Just got the Mavic 2 Pro. Played your video as we took it out of the box. Thank you!
When I get my drone I'm not even going to fly it the 1st day , I'm taking it out for coffee so I have a chance to get to know it first. Thanks bud great tips ty!
I dont know you dude ,but u burst my brain with that comment
Awesome!
I hate that channel you got in fact is the worst done thumbs up to get a thumbs down
Oh, nobody did this*?...ok!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Not taking gimbal covers and sensor stickers off (1:18)
2. Not updating firmware (1:56)
3. Not calibrating the IMU and Gyro (2:18)
4. Not Letting your GPS lock on (2:50)
5. Flying indoors for the first flight (3:20)
6. Thinking it's just a toy (3:46)
7. Not knowing your drone (4:10)
8. Flying without a spotter (4:50)
9. Flying in restricted areas (5:22)
10. Not knowing the FAA Rules (6:05)
11. Not understanding your drone's sensors (6:34)
12. Turning off your GPS (7:12)
13. Not understanding weather (7:50)
14. Flying into a tree [Near Objects] (8:24)
15. Not understanding how automation works (9:06)
16. Flying too far away (9:39)
17. Flying under 30% battery (10:03)
18. Flying backwards near objects (10:27)
19. Only using the screen to fly (10:39)
20. Not understanding Sport Mode (11:02)
Understand your drone, understand your drone's software
Mikha'el Zaahir Talib Bey All Rights Reserved If I could hug you, I would!!!!!!!
Thank you for the table of contents
Thanks bro.
I knew I should have checked the comments first. :(
Calibrating IMU and Gyro ????? IMU is your Gyro, You should have said IMU and Compass
I was gifted a Mavic Air 2, and I want to thank you for sharing your training videos. Your videos have helped me understand my drone, and I now have the knowledge and confidence to safely fly my drone. One thing that I did to my controller was to place small pieces of white first aid tape on each side of the joy stick and label the direction with a fine tipped marker. For a newbie drone pilot having those direction labels have helped me not to get confused when learning to fly. I also labeled the FN button one click = Map/Live View and two clicks = Center Gimbel. I also put a reminder on the controller to put my phone in airplane mode so I don't receive texts or phone calls while flying.
Does getting notifications do something bad to the video or something?
@@TheFunnyCamGuy I would suggest that you put your phone in airplane mode when flying your drone. By doing so you won't be distracted by phone, text, and alert messages.
@@johnbetof6537 good tip.
One mistake my son in law almost made was the return to home when he was on his sailboat. It started to land where the boat was when he took off. Luckily he was paying attention and was able to recover. Now he just has the drone hover and take the boat to it.
Useful tips. Thanks :-) My biggest mistake when first starting (with a cheaper, "training" drone): I figured flying it from the upwind side of the clearing, nearly direct overhead, was the way to go, but when I went up to maximum altitude (50-80 meters), the drone lost the connection, went into *slow descent mode* , yet *still drifted* with the gentle wind crashing some 300 meters away! The drone was going downwind faster than it was coming down in altitude, so I could never re-establish the connection. .... Now, I position myself closer to the center of the clearing and fly the drone 20 - 30 meters *upwind* from me. When flying high and it loses the wireless connection, it starts slowly descending -- right on top of me! When it gets close enough, I just re-establish the connection and continue flying. .... *One complaint* on the cheaper drones (and maybe others): they need a *fast/emergency descent mode*. My drone is only 180 grams, and *even a gentle updraft will counteract the normal descent mode and push the drone upward*. If I could simply pull down on the ascend/descend lever while in descent/landing mode, then it could descend much faster. Release the lever, and it goes back into regular descent mode. This would get the pilot out of many difficult situations due to troublesome winds, swooping birds of prey, (or GPS-position-maintained windy descents for expensive drones). (OT testing: putting a -hyphen/minus sign in front of text serves as a strikeout and then close with another hyphen- at the end (no spaces on either end for hyphens or asterisks))
Jeven, thank you, all pure gold. I just bought a Mavic Air and I know it has sensors in the back but the rest is still pure gold for the new pilot. Thank you.
LIFE SAVER TIP 101: 1. HEAR "Home point recorded" .
2. Lock GPS, fly with Auto Take off (w/ precision ticked)
3. Then FLY UP 30meters. 4. have fun.
Why with auto take off Bro?
What a well deserved thumbs up! Speaking as a newer user ( approx ten flights), I strongly recommend using sport mode only when trying to gain altitude quickly...it WILL get problematic quickly in horizontal flight. A very thorough understanding of the return to home feature is absolutely mandatory! I was told by a pro that it would be 25 flights before I could be considered a competent operator. I was a tad skeptical, and I am now a firm believer. I would also say new pilots should begin with a Spark as it can more likely to survive a crash without damage, whereas a Mavic is more vulnerable. Lastly, the only point of owning a quality drone is for video, and if you're unfamiliar with photo and/ or video editing, congratulations, you just inherited a couple more hobbies...and its all absolutely worth the time investment. If you're an Apple user, they have great free open media classes in the Apple stores, you take your project and hardware to the class and the instructors help when you encounter a problem, there is no set agenda...I highly recommend them in the absence of nerdy friends. Thanks for video, well done!
Another helpful tip: PRACTICE WITH THE SIMULATOR IN THE DJI GO APP.
I am used to planes, for me, down was up! It broke me of the habit and I tested all of the flight modes. I could switch to map mode and perform all of the POI, locking modes and everything. Really helped with the mind-muscle connection of both controls and I flew much better my first (second really. I crashed it in the house like you mentioned first) time out. It was a breeze and my confidence was elevated.
Agreed, I have flown planes and helicopters but this will be my first drone, advantage is flying back to you will be easier if you can fly your plane back to you
Great important points about the big mishaps drone flyers tend to get into when they "skip the learning"! Can be very costly!!
Thanks for the helpful list of mistakes made by beginners like me. I can add my own one. By returning to the home position, my very new DJI Mavic 2 Zoom landed on the house roof about 3 meters off takeoff position. As most of the roofs, it is slanted and the drone slipped into rain gutter pipe and snagged and continued to work while I tried desperately to stop it with the controller. Quadcopter did not stop running. As a result, two damaged propellers, but everything else fortunately works. My conclusion is that the landing must be controlled visually - just my two cents.
Chuckled like hell visualising that incident. Sorry it happened man but thanks for the heads up. That the type stuff that happens to me!
See my comments above - vistagraphsnet a youtube post demonstrated it and when he took it to 10 meters it landed within two inches of takeoff. When he did not take it that high and hover but flew off immediately it landed eight feet from takeoff point.
this is a great video, the one that stuck for me the most is understanding the weather, I have flown helis for years before getting into drones and the weather is the first thing I found to be the biggest influence on where, when and how high to fly, Thanks. It can not be taken for granted whether your 8 or 35 years old, understanding how wind moves around objects like trees, buildings, poles, uneven ground, ponds and beaches, it takes a lot of research if you are a beginner but you have to learn this if you are to fly responsibly.
Great video Jeven, I've ordered my Mavic but not received it yet. I'm doing some research before it arrives to understand exactly the things you highlight. Thanks for the informative video delivered in a really nice style.
Thanks, Jeven! You are so right when talking about "understanding your drone and how it works" first before you start using all the drones technology to help fly it. I'm a "gaser" pilot from way back where we didn't have GPS but you the pilot, had to fly it all the while watching it and responding to the helis behaviour do to weather and environmental conditions. We've come a long way!! Now if only everyone getting a drone flyes it according to the rules that are in place in their countries, then the hobby/profession can move forward in a more positive way, so the rules don't get more restrictive!! Blue skies!!
Ha ha ha! I’m guilty of some of the minor issues you mentioned when I first began to fly drones or quads. I’m a private pilot and fly a real plane all the time. Quads are different. One thing that I had to get used to, was depth perception. When I first started flying quads, I crashed into a couple trees. I learned my lesson! Just PAY ATTENTION, and use common sense. Take it slow in the beginning and work your way through the settings and practice, practice, practice! Make sure you are in a wide open area and set parameters. In time you will gain the muscle memory necessary to become a proficient quad pilot. I added the “sUAV License” to my PPL. I’m now working on starting a little side business with my quad copter. It’s a long process and it will take some time for those of you who choose to do the same. Be patient! Don’t violate the FAA airspace restrictions! If you do, you will pay dearly!
This was a very informative vid, and hopefully you will yield the warnings, and take the experience of seasoned pilots to heart! Great Job Jevon! SUB EARNED! 😎
I haven't even finished the video and you stopped me from error #5; I was going to try it inside (20' cathedral ceiling). I also learned a few other things (spotter, trees, flying backwards) before I've even unboxed or charged the batteries. Thanks again.
Great video! Looking to buy Mavic 2 Pro and just doing my homework. Knew a lot of this stuff but good refresher. I'm a new subscriber!
Awesome Tips! If I heard and applied your recommendation for not letting the battery go below 30%, my first drone crash wouldn't have happened. My First Crash: I was flying through a parking lot with tons of big trees and because I was pushing the battery and had Auto-Home selected for when it goes below 5%, it flipped into Auto and flew up into the branches. While in auto, it kept trying to go up through the branches till it flipped upside down and crashed 20 feet into the asphalt. It fell hard! Luckily I had DJI insurance and was able to replace it (too damaged for a repair).
OMG! So surprised to see the first aerial shot! That is Quito, my hometown
Thank you this video was very helpful I’m not a new pilot but I haven’t flown in a while and I needed to remind my self of what to do (I’m not getting a maverick pro but I’m getting a holy stone HS110D)
My school-english is not very good,i come from germany,but i understand you a litle bit.
Your information is verry good thank you very much.
👍👍
Jeremy, as a guy who just today got his new Mavic Pro drone and hasn`t even flown it because I am doing an update on the software this video is gravely helpful before I go outside (not inside, eh?) and attempt to fly it. Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking the time and effort to make this video!!!
Thanks!!! Btw my name is Jeven ;)
Bought the DJI Mavic Zoom yesterday! so excited to start flying :)
Me too but its been raining so much!
Its like a new BF
I'm new to drones. My first drone is the DJI air 2s. Your channel has been extremely informative and helpful. I have gained way more insight than I ever expected. So I just wanted to drop a line and say thank you.
Chinese have evolved the market place to the point where the product's return themselves back to the manufacturer for them to be re_boxed and re_sold all over again. Now that's technology.
Funny road runner
You just made my day
priceless
ha ha ha
Recycled joke. L
Lol The first thing I did with my Spark, flying in doors, straight into a wall!! Luckily no damage done. Then I watched your Spark vids and now flying outdoors with no problems!! Hope you’re loving NZ!!
Lesson number 0 - Watch tons of Tutorials and Do's and Dont's about drones before flying or even ordering one.
I am in the process of getting my part 107 license. Everything you said was really good. Thank you.
back in the days when hands-off the controller meant your helicopter will crash in the next 2 seconds
dallatorretdu fpv racequad lifeee
Yeassssss
Sometimes even with hands on, your helicopter crashed in 2 seconds.
Oh man, could you imagine if people had to show they could fly a r/c helicopter before they're allowed to fly a drone....
dallatorretdu lol true
Rip air-hogs rc helicopter
I made a lot of these mistakes... My Mavic Air 2 crashed into a tree while I was using ActiveTrack. Thankfully there was no damage. Thanks for the eye-opening video!
I just got my P4P+ that's still in the box, not flying. :) Of course, I am watching every video I can on drone flight concepts. I have learned a lot from your video. Thank you, very much. These drones are also susceptible to what is called VRS, or Vortex Ring State. Perhaps you could discuss this in your next video? (I fly a helicopter simulator and have learned just how surprising the VRS can be. The best escape is bank 30 degrees and pull collective.)
Randall MacDonald. One tip while descending rapidly. descend while moving forward or in any direction never reduce power and descend rapidly vertically. Descend against the wind never descend with the wind. Or descend vertically but reduce the rate of descent.
Jeven, I've been looking to buy a drone for years and this video will definitely really help me stay away from my worst enemy!
Great video you remind me so much of Mark Rober
, I mean this as a compliment because you are very descriptive and detailed in your explanations , very glad I found your channel.
finally someone who speaks at the same speed I listen; My hat is off to you-You seem to answer my next question right before I think of it. I really appreciate all your efforts in making all these videos -- the way you concisely y and quickly present content I find valuable without trying to entertain me Is perfect.
I heard you mention that you have a school for videographers and creators --that would be my number one choice for both myself and my son
Awesome tips! I'm buying a Mavic this month (finally). I probably won't even fly it the first day because I want to understand it first. Plus my house is in some zone where I supposedly have to notify the local airport that I'll be operating a drone.
Bought mine couple days ago ,but i live in DC all areas around me are NFZ
lmao that suck... YOu might to fly somewhere else.
Read, watch tutorial, how to vids etc before you get it, then watch them again after. Everything he says is so true. The more you learn before, the less chance you’ll make an expensive mistake. Enjoy
Likely Class D airspace unless it is a bigger airport. Sectional charts are your friends. Learn to love them.
I recommend the ASA 107 test prep, it may not help with you flying the drone, but it will keep you out of trouble. There is a lot of rules (backed up by law) that you need to follow. If you have to notify the airport (within 5 Mi stat.) it shouldn't be an issue. you just need your aircraft registration number (If needed) , the make and model of your aircraft, the altitude you will fly at, at what time to what time you will be flying, and the location of where the pilot (you) will be at during the flight. Good on ya for learning the aircraft before flying it. Remember there is a simulator mode in the DJI app to learn the controls better before you fly for real.
I just crashed my drone a week ago and had to send it to DJI for repairs. Fortunately I had DJI care. Had it for 6 months. Number 13: understanding weather was my mistake. Thank you for sharing!
Not a fan of doing updates before you read for a few days or at least a few hours. You must know if the newest update will even work with your phone or tablet, Go to Mavic Pilots app and read read read. !!!!!! Some new updates will crash and ground you for weeks. So beware of that. Just because its a new update doesnt mean it a good update.
Bill14886 Yep in some cases on android devices downgrade the app may solve some problem maybe apple have a much more stable dji app
In most situations when it comes to updating software, not always the best option. Sometimes I'd rather deal with a bug that I know well rather than deal with surprise bugs that may be in the update
Excellent! Just got my Mavic 2 Pro and a bunch of extras including more batteries, prop guards etc. I have not even tried to video anything - just flying close and learning the Mavic on our couple of acres. Your advice is "Spot On" !!
I've never seen a video: "I drove over my Mavic. DJI won't fix it." 😂
Very helpful, thanks mate. I wish I watched this before I bought my new Mavic Air 2, got so excited and flew it inside and put it into the ceiling fan on Day One. Ha ha
This guy be like, "The number one thing people forget to do is take it out of the box before flying, guys it's not going to fly if you don't take it out of the box okay. I've seen so many people just throw their drone in the air while it's still in the box and it won't fly. I know to most beginners it might not make sense but you've gotta take it out of the box first."
ROFLMAO
I found the video pretty good, knowing I have never touched a dron, there is some things that you can miss. My dad took the dron inside the house so don't think this video is stupid. And don't think you're smarter cuz you are an expert in drons bighead
Tyler Ellis u silly af
Haha!
Dark_ Mage2 wtf are you talking about?
PS: dron...
I always buy my drones from dji stores never on the internet when you walk into dji with $2000 you get good service and everything explained to you and demonstrated
I wish i wacthed this b4 my flight. I damged it 5mins of flight 😥
How?
Great mate thank I just got my drone yesterday I decided to learn more before I start flying thanks again
DJI Mavic Pro as their first drone? Noooooooooooooooooo. People need to start off with a $50 drone to break in their basic skills. You don't buy your teenager a $30k SUV for their first car do you? Then you wouldn't spend $1000 on your first drone. Crash it a couple dozen times, replace props and motors, then graduate to a $100 drone. Hone your skills even more. Then take the plunge. I've dropped my Syma drones into pools, into ceiling fans, heck a dog even ran off with one. I didn't lose my lunch. If my Mavic Pro got taken by an eagle I'd be DEVASTATED lol. Maybe because my income isn't as fluid as some I guess. But that's my $.02 so if you got the $$ and if it's what you want, more power to you, it's just not something we all can do from get go.
Yuuuup
Yeah, stuff like that is crazy. I'm debating whether I should just buy a Tello drone right now or wait to see if there's a sale on the near future. A bit on the pricey end for a first drone, but still reasonable. On the flip side, I was getting gas over the summer and a guy had a DJI Phantom flying around over the highway. It was his first time flying a drone, and he was doing it while drunk sitting on the patio at the bar.
wingmanalive actually, starting off with a $50 pos is a great way to turn anybody off to flying. Folks new to the rc hobby should ALWAYS start off eith a ground based vehicle in kit form that they have to build from the ground up. This teaches not only how things work, but it also (and more importantly) teaches patience. Once they've mastered an understanding of surface vehicles, then they graduate to building and learning to fly fixed wing rc aircraft and then drones.
Strongly disagree. Starting with a $50 piece of shit drone is the best way to get so frustrated that you just give up altogether. I started with a $100 drone. No GPS, it required constant user input just to hover in one place, constantly compensating for the slightest breeze. The camera was not gimballed so it was almost impossible to get any useful footage. Yes, it crashed and not a lot of damage was done, but that really doesn't matter much when flying it is not fun no big loss but also no fun. Needles to say that drone is sitting in a box collecting dust. You can start with a $1000 drone if you don't rush it and are smart about it.
My first drone is Pro and I barely control it myself. Sensors are very helpful.
Great advice. I don't have a drone yet but I'm informing myself as I prepare!
Chop someone’s arm off 3:35 😂😂🤣🤣👌🏼🔥🔥
You should be writing the manuals for DJI. Seriously, your videos are first rate! So easy to understand and follow. I've been flying for years, bu today is my first time with DJI and the experience has been so much better than with other products. But your videos have been great as a refresher.
Very good tips !!! StenS/Sweden
Thanks a lot. It is very helpfil for the beginners and even for advanced drone pilots. Just one more advise for the beginners is: before you even unpack your new drone, go to TH-cam and type a serch request: ""MY_TYPE_OF_DRONE crash" and "MY_TYPE_OF_DRONE flyaway". There will be a lot of stuff to see and to analyze. Especially for new expensive hi tech drones having new features in firmware, software and in hardware.
Does it count if you’re flying in a mansion?
Just got a Mavic Pro.. I liked the video. It answered a lot of questions and gave me some warnings... Thanks
The GREATEST mistake for me that when i bought it i think that i could take it with me everywhere... wrong!! in Vietnam they could confiscate it on arrive in airport, in thailand you could go even got to jail... mavic became half useless for me(((
Yeah its getting tougher to travel with drones. Make sure you check the countries rules before entering a new place
They really should add registration points to airports, that tourists could register his drone for $20-30 for a month. Easy money for government and a lot less problem for tourists...
Alexander Zhiltsov wait...you can’t take it to Thailand??? I’m going there in August! 😭😭😭
70 year sentence in Thailand?
Top vid my friend. I watched loads of vids first, then got a note book and wrote the hints / tips / starting procedure down before even starting the drone, then 1st flight in a field, took it no more than a few mts off the ground and spent time learning the controller,, so glad I did this rather than unbox/go fly,,,,,,
I dont agree with updating firmware....when it comes to dji drones
Mike Sarni u are a moron. Of course firmware updates are important
My we're a bit short on brotherly love here tonight
a lot of people have trouble with every new firmware update. its better wait some days.
Reinaldo Herrera yup
Updates are ok unless you want to go in and modify the flight alt and specs the new update blocks most of this
It drives me crazy when I see a video where the person has little or no idea what they are doing, and they are already "sharing" their wisdom with us. YOU get it! It's complex. And if something goes wrong, you have to get it back under control and get it back to land it. GREAT video! I subscribed too. Looking at a DJI in my future....
"Gimal covers"
The Mavic 2 gimble is amazing, it keeps the hunting knife I've attached to it perfectly level
It holds a glock perfectly. You can even update the firmware to enable crosshairs on the screen so you can line up your shot. Technology has come so far from the days of the Helicopter with a crossbow mount.
Rule 5: Don't fly indoors when you first get the drone.
Oops....
Thank you very much. I am waiting for the delivery of my first drone and your advice has been eye opening. At least I was already planning to do a few of the mistakes that you are warning about: "Why not entertaining family on Christmas Day with some indoor shots in my small living room on Christmas Day?"
Thanks again
1. Gimal? lol Remove all the stickers... Where are they and why? The whole point of a "Video" is to show people.. Otherwise its just a podcast mate...
2. Firmware is not all about "Bugs" It often contains updates for No Fly Zones, mapping and software changes to make things a bit easier to use. Bugs, yes, definitely, but not the only reason.
3. In between calibrations, the "Last known location" and the orientation and height both in AGL and ASL can change dramatically, dis-orientating your drone. This will cause the "Return to home" and other navigational features to fail miserably, and can also cause the drone to not even take off if it cannot understand where it is.
4. No comment...
5. Again, ZERO mention of insurance, no fly zones and how to find somewhere safe to fly it, and so far, no drone has ever "chopped someones arm off"
Making a video where you tell people "What to do" without any reasoning, or what "appears" to be any knowledge of why/how is really not helpful bud...
You might as well have made a video that just says "Read the manual"...
Sooo much info and practical info missing, this is just a generic lecture! Seems 112 others also thought the same thing. The 1K thumbs up'ers are missing a LOT of info...
Richard Wraith It was still a good video but lacks this information. I hope this comment wasnt in anyway to diss the video just because of missing information. The video taught me much more than what I knew before. This comment just helped me a bit more.
Richard aew you stupid? 🤦🏻
MR. ANONYMAGIC no he isn’t but you are. aew isn’t even a word
Well then, do one yourself. If you need to be shown how to remove stickers..after being told where they are....if you dont know firmware means 'updates' prehaps you need someone to hold your hand and go through it all again
Richard Wraith 1; I am sure the stickers are there for protection from scratches, dirt/dust/derbies on glass surfaces that could occur through transportation.
Just found your videos today, and as a long time fixed wing and quad copter R/C pilot as well as a Part 91 pilot, I'd like to complement you on your content. I just started with a Mavic 2 a couple of months ago and learning to be a videographer whos camera flies is a wonderful new experience. Your videos are a great resource. Thank you!
You should move the camera a little closer to your face.
Okay 😀
Thanks for putting this video out. Just bought a drone and it was very helpful to see this video before starting..
I've never flown a drone before, but I've just bought a Ryze Tello and a DJI Spark, I'm going to practice basic control with the Tello then move onto the Spark. I'm watching as many vids like this as I can in he hope that I don't make too many basic mistakes. I'm a bit scared to be honest, but also excited. Lol. Thanks for the info and best wishes from downunder. 😊
Argentum Australis I’ve never flown a drone before but I ordered a dji spark
Your video is so helpful sir and much appreciated as a new "drone pilot:". I made a mistake exactly what you pointed out in your video, got the P3 Standard out of the box and tried to fly in the family room and guess what? Drifted straight into the wall, flipped upside down and all propellers spun at full power uncontrollable, luckily it didn't brake, just the dome on top of the propellers flattened. I've flown the Inductrix and Syma X5UW indoor all the time without any problems and was thinking the DJI P3 Standard is the same. I learned my lesson :)))
I've been flying drones for 3 years and I just got my dji phantom 3 standard thanks for the tips
Thank you for all of the great information! Now, I need to know which drone I should buy.
Well worded all of it....I started to fly drones manually ten years ago and still do ...started with a Dragonfly, crashed many times till I got it down....I think anyone who starts to fly should def master flying manually 1st...flying inward as well....awesome video bro...
Spotter is mandatory in europe if you dont watch the drone but the spotter has to be next to you to directly take control if necessary
You nailed it. That would be my list exactly. The biggest being, "Know your drone." And that ain't easy with the Mavic - it has LOADS of features and failsafes. I studied it for weeks before I pulled the trigger and bought one, and then kept on reading even after it was delivered. I've had mine for a little over a year now, and the only crash I had was hovering it in my kitchen when I first got it - hahahaha - good ole rule #5. Well done.
The 20 best advice I’ve ever had about drone. Congratulation from Brazil.
Thanks for this post. Unbelievable what people do... Just got my DJI Mini 3 Pro, and it is fabolous! Big open spaces is what´s needed in the begining for sure. Wind poses challenges, as well as maintaining eye contact with the drone when it is 80 meters away. The off white color makes it hard :/
best informational video to watch before flying a drone..
Good pointers that if followed will keep you out of trouble and help prevent costly mistakes.
Great video...I'm treating myself to a DJI Mavic Air fly more package next week for my birthday... Never flown a drone so I'll be using the included prop guards in a 50 acre pasture... after I've downloaded all of the firmware updates and batteries are at full power....Baby steps.....Thank you bro Picked the Mavic Air for it's rear sensors.... Technology marches on...Carl Sagan knew drones...Talk about flight time...Lol
Cheers mate, I have a Mavic Pro Platinum coming in the post. I'm exactly the bloke who will tear it out of the box and try and fly it because who really has time to read the small stuff!. I am beginning to appreciate what's really involved thanks to your advice.
That Mavic Pro Fly More Combo for $899 on B&H and Adorama was legendary!
May be the best explanation for all drone newbies pilots... Congrats
thank you so much. I am getting a spark christmas and it will be very useful for when i start flying.
Very informative video. The spotter tip, or at least keeping an eye your drone is key. These DJI drones do not survive a crash at all. Especially the camera. Without the camera and gimbal working flawlessly, they are just very expensive toys.
Very informative and useful for Beginner Pilots. Firmware of aircraft as well as remote and calibration of IMU and Gyro are very much needed, as I struggled a lot for 3 days! Thanks for great tips.
I'm looking to buy a drone and came across this video..thank you for making it. I'm sure I would have done at least 5 of things you listed
Glad you found my video!
nice video!
when those no fly zone happens to be everywhere in your region and only a select few are allowed to freely operate
ain't that a bummer to live in the most prettiest piece of land on the planet and not be able to take an aerial footage cuz the limitation imposed by alien forces present in as disguised as your saviours! this sucks super bad
Excellent video, thanks! A lot of these are common sense but it's amazing how many people crash their drone because of ignorance.
You sound like a very smart, level-headed, and down-to-earth guy. I really appreciate your videos and all of the information! Can't say thank you enough!
Just wanted to say thanks for the preliminary advice and cautions.
Very good video. I will recommend this one to all new drone pilots out there. Everything pretty obvious for me but unfortunately not for everyone.
I get my first drone tomorrow a dji mini 2 im so excited but nervous at the same time
Curious; I just got my Mini 2 and have not even opened the box. Any helpful tips?
@@dennisdunne588 watch plenty of videos my friend
If you end up buying an DJI Mavric Pro for a starter pilot, I recommend knowing how to control the drone at line of sight both on GPS then manual mode once your comfortable. Map out your perimeter and watch out for any air traffic and restricted zones. Do not fly above anyone "At a certain range." Do not assume the drone will fly itself.
Very well done, I'm a flyer and spent a good week just reading & watching tips and strict practice sessions for confidence and a system of check points. All your videos are very good, just enough info for one to learn and go out and learn more. Thanks
Thanks WW. Keeps on reminding me to perform the pre-flight check before flying.
Heck i used to fly rc helis and it still took me a few months before i got video worth sharing. It seems people who have enough money to buy nice drones are the ones least likely to listen to the manual. :-)
Thanks for a great video I've been using a drone for a year now and there is not one thing you said that is not needed to fly safe
if new pilots were to see this video they would save a lot of headaches and money. Thanks Again
Thanks! I'm still learning with my $100 trainer, but there was still information here that is important and useful for me.
Awesome! Happy flying
Thanks for all the great advice, Jeven. I am thinking of buying a drone and have a question. I am a helicopter pilot and can fly one well. However, I always had problems with the helicopter video simulators and crashed lots. Do you think I should be able to fly a drone? It seems with gimbals and GPS they appear to be relatively easy to fly.
As a first time drone pilot I am finding your videos very helpful. Thanks for all the information you've provided!
Line of sight was my first leason, don't kill the motors mid flight 2nd, if the drone is acting weird, stop and recalibrate everything 3rd, don't let controller run out of power 4th, keep all electronics devices away while starting.
Just bought a Mavic Air and this video is very helpful.... Thanks