Hello everybody! On this video, I’m going to share 4 tips on your DJI drone that you could be not have thought-about. I assure you didn’t know at the least considered one of these, so let’s dive proper in with out losing any time!
Tip 1: Understanding the Lifespan of Your DJI Drone Battery
The battery is the lifeblood of your drone, and taking excellent care of it could actually lengthen its lifespan—as a result of, let’s face it, drone batteries are actually costly! The everyday lifespan of a DJI battery is between 200 and 400 cost cycles earlier than you’ll discover efficiency decreases. You’ll nonetheless have the ability to fly after 400 cycles, however you may get 30 seconds to a minute much less flight time in comparison with when it was new. Nevertheless, the battery’s lifespan depends upon a number of elements.
To maximise battery life, keep away from frequently depleting it beneath 20% cost. Often flying it right down to 10%, 5%, and even 0% is okay, however I don’t advocate it—it’s actually laborious on the battery. Staying above 20% persistently will considerably lengthen its life. Additionally, retailer your batteries in cool, dry locations, as they hate moisture and warmth. Holding them in a dry, cool spot at residence will assist. Lastly, reduce utilizing sport mode. Continually flying in sport mode places loads of put on and tear on the battery. It’s enjoyable, however if you happen to do it on a regular basis, refill on additional batteries!
Yet another factor: you might have heard to retailer DJI batteries at 40% cost for max life, however that’s now not essential. These sensible batteries self-deplete to correct storage ranges if left dormant for too lengthy. With newer drones, you’ll be able to retailer them totally charged—they’ll deal with it themselves. For older drones (5 years or extra), you may nonetheless must manually discharge them to 40%. Lastly, monitor battery well being to make sure the cells stay constant. For extra element, use AirData UAV software program. Want a tutorial? I’ll hyperlink one by a a lot youthful Billy Kyle within the video description!
The underside line: with correct care, your DJI batteries can final for years.
Tip 2: Capturing Metropolis Skylines Legally
What if you happen to reside in or are visiting a giant metropolis—like Minneapolis, the place I simply was—and wish to seize beautiful skyline photographs? Many buildings, just like the 900-foot-tall ones I filmed just lately, exceed the 400-foot above-ground-level (AGL) rule. So, what are you able to do?
As a leisure pilot, there’s not a lot flexibility—you have to keep beneath 400 ft AGL, even close to tall buildings. Nevertheless, as a Half 107-certified distant pilot on a business flight, you’ll be able to fly inside 400 ft of these buildings and as much as 400 ft above them. This rule doesn’t apply to leisure flights, regardless of what some imagine.
Two options: First, get your Half 107 distant pilot certificates. It’s comparatively simple, particularly with a examine course like Drone Pilot Floor Faculty or the Pilot Institute. It opens up alternatives—not only for cash, however for flying in additional locations, like round skyscrapers. Second, if you happen to don’t wish to certify, discover a Half 107 pilot to behave as your distant pilot in command. They’re chargeable for the flight, however you’ll be able to function the controls whereas they supervise close by, able to take over if wanted. Try my video on why everybody ought to get their Half 107!
Tip 3: Making certain a Protected Return-to-Dwelling Function
This tip may appear apparent, however I see it requested usually in boards: it’s about satellites. Once you energy in your DJI drone, it takes time to connect with satellites. You’ll see a quantity subsequent to the satellite tv for pc icon, however the drone received’t lock its residence level till it has sufficient—sometimes 12, 13, or 14 satellites. Don’t rely solely on that quantity, although. Even with 20 satellites, it won’t lock the house level.
All the time anticipate affirmation (visible and audible) that the house level is ready earlier than flying too far. If the drone must return residence unexpectedly—otherwise you set off return-to-home—and the house level isn’t locked, you could be climbing to retrieve it, or worse, it might land someplace inaccessible. So, at all times anticipate that affirmation.
Yet another observe: don’t rely upon return-to-home to land exactly the place you launched. In emergencies, it’s useful, however normally, use it to get the drone shut, then land manually. It could be off by a number of inches, which is okay in open areas however dangerous in tight spots. Take management and land it your self for security.
Tip 4: Utilizing Your Drone Past Flying
Have you ever ever thought-about utilizing your drone for extra than simply flying? It sounds unusual, however hear me out. Not too long ago, I did an actual property shoot and wished to strive a video walkthrough with the brand new DJI Flip. I knew it wouldn’t match the standard of a gimbal and high-end digital camera recording in log for shade and publicity, however I wished to check this inexpensive drone.
Flying contained in the property (with the proprietor’s permission), it carried out effectively—good colours and first rate footage. However in some areas, like hallways and tight rooms, I misplaced GPS, switching to atti mode. With prop wash in tight areas, the drone bought unstable and crashed a few occasions. So, I handheld it! I hit report and used the drone like a gimbal-mounted digital camera. The stabilized footage turned out nice.
When you want easy footage however can’t fly because of security, restrictions, or GPS points, strive handheld recording. It’s an neglected possibility value contemplating. I’ll share the total walkthrough on the finish of this video.
Closing Ideas
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Thanks for watching! Have an amazing day, and as at all times, fly secure and fly sensible!
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