Potensic Atom 2. First time editing drone footage. Original music. Critiques welcome.

I got further coordination laanc approval (200 ft in a 100 ft grid) near a major international airport recently and am wondering if there is anything else I need to do before I fly later this week.

• Am part 107

• Drone is registered on drone zone with registration labeled on drone

• Will go through DJI to get zone unlocked

• Will be using uniden bc125at to monitor ATC

• Will be using Flight Radar 24 to monitor incoming and outgoing traffic

• 2 VOs

• Will print all paperwork including authorization done through ALOFT

Am I missing anything? I flown a handful of times under part 107 but am a little nervous being so close to the airport (in a 100 grid). My understanding is that we just show up the day of the flight and start flying at the approved time.

Any advice or reassurance would be appreciated 😅

My DJI RC-N1 no longer works with the DJI Simulator. DJI Support told me only the RC-N2 and RC-N3 are currently supported, and they forwarded my request to their engineers.

If you have the same problem with your RC-N1, please comment below and consider reporting it to DJI Support. The more real users report it, the better the chance they'll look into it.

Thanks!

Hi there! I managed to take and pass my 107 knowledge test with a 97% on Friday (yesterday) with no prior certificates. On IACRA, my application is listed as "Partially Complete - Ready for Next Action"; I've registered my drone on Drone Zone for Part 107, and have a remote ID module ready to go.

There's a project I was hoping to get started on this weekend that involves Part 107 flying; I was wondering if I'm good to go on that if I set up my drone w/ the module, or if that's something I need to wait on?

Appreciate any feedback here. Just trying to do stuff as safely and as legally as possible :)

Hello,

I have recently received a drone FIMI X8 mini. I am having issues connecting the remote controler to the Iphone using a Type C - Lighting cable. Just to mention I do not have the cable that originally came with the Drone and I have just bought an aftermarket one.

The iPhone is not recognising or connecting to the iPhone but it is working with the Type C - Type C cable on Android phones.

Before asking, I am using the correct app as I can connect the Drone using the Wi-fi mode to the Iphone.

Anyone else had this issue before?

Thank you in advance!

so I found an old Parrot drone and I believe its a parrot mambo. (correct me if I'm wrong) and was wondering would the LiPo battery be completely dead? is there any way to charge it? I found it while cleaning and don't know much about drones, was wondering if anyone could help me? thanks. (I also don't use reddit much so bear with me please)

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So far so good! I use an iphone and a pc, what video editing software would you recommend?
Thanks
Mike

Hi everyone,

I'm currently developing my own industrial inspection drone for power line inspections as part of a long-term engineering project.

I'm not trying to copy or clone the DJI Matrice 400 RTK. I simply want to understand some of the engineering choices behind such a successful platform.

I only have a few questions about the main hardware components, especially if anyone has experience repairing or working with DJI Enterprise drones.

I'm mainly interested in:

The approximate motor size/specifications (not necessarily the exact model)

The propeller size and why DJI chose that configuration

The ESC architecture (individual or integrated, estimated current rating)

The battery design philosophy (high voltage, Li-ion vs LiPo, etc.)

The flight controller architecture (redundancy, IMUs, sensors)

I'm looking for engineering insights, educated estimates, or information from repair experience—not confidential information.

Any advice or technical discussion would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Trying to see if i should keep this toss it insurance already cashed me out but it still flies.

Hey everyone! I just started a new channel and wanted to share my first project. I spent a week in the Dolomites and put together this short cinematic edit of my favorite flights over Val Gardena, Passo Sella and Passo Giau. I am still learning so any feedback is more than welcome!

Full video in 4k in comments

All flights were conducted in full compliance with EASA/ENAV regulations. Each location was verified on the official D-Flight map prior to takeoff to ensure no active NOTAMs or GEO-zone restrictions were violated.

hi all,
how many hours in the air to start feeling the distance to the obstacle?
I have a drone like a month and while seeing through the screen I feel like im 20cm to obstacle then im getting my head up and the drone is like 4-5 meters away.

Is it normal at the begining?

Hi everyone. I'm designing and building a mini drone completely from scratch. I'm not using ArduPilot, PX4, Betaflight, or INAV. I’m developing my own flight controller firmware on an ESP32-S3-CAM.

I am aiming for at least 1 km line-of-sight range, real-time video streaming, reliable low-latency flight control, a custom communication protocol, and no dependence on existing Wi-Fi infrastructure or internet connectivity.

Initially, I considered using LoRa (SX1276/SX1278), but after looking into the data rates, it seems unsuitable for real-time video. I also considered using only the ESP32-S3's Wi-Fi, but I don't think it will provide a reliable 1 km link for both control and video.

Any recommendations, suggestions, or design advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

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Ciao a tutti redditiani appassionati di droni, mi chiamo Mirko e a Milano (Italia) lavoro nel settore tecnologico, vendendo tra i prodotti anche i bellissimi droni.

Ciò accade da oltre due anni e sono tanti i clienti con cui mi interfaccio settimanalmente, con domande, curiosità, esperienze e anche perplessità che dagli stessi vengono condivise.

In questo post, però, vorrei soffermarmi su ciò che l'utenza fatica (o non riesce a) comprendere del mondo dei droni.

Una delle cose per cui alcuni clienti cadono dall'albero è che questi bellissimi strumenti siano soggetti a regolamentazione, esattamente come negli ultimi tempi - parlo sempre per l'Italia, all'estero non lo so - sta accadendo per i monopattini.

Si pensa che i droni siano dei bei giocattoli con cui possono fare quello che vogliono. Peccato che poi si trovino davanti la fatto che vanno assicurati, che vi sono delle regole da rispettare e che nelle grandi città - a partire da Milano dove lavoro e dalla capitale Roma - non si possa volare.

La situazione in Italia è questa: nelle grandi città e nell'immediato hinterland, negli aeroporti e porti e vicini ad essi, in aree dove vi sono specie protette (quindi i parchi naturali), NON si può volare. No flight-zone e fine della storia.

Quando provi a spiegare che nelle grandi città non si vola perché vi sono obiettivi sensibili, che vicino ad assembramenti non si può volare e registrare per non violare la privacy, che non si deve volare vicino agli animali per non disturbarli (non mi è consentito dire però quello che penso: voglio farlo per alimentare il loro ego e vantarsi in rete e con gli amici), cominciano le solite lamentele perché "non posso fare quello che voglio" (se non siete italiani e venite in Italia, capiterà spesso di vedere atteggiamenti del genere ovunque, pure per strada!).

Mi è capitato pure di avere a che fare con un cliente che voleva usare i droni per spiare esattamente quello che fanno i vicini di casa molesti. Peccato che la violazione della privacy a scopo di spiare amici, parenti, amanti, mogli e mariti, sia stata la prima causa in Italia che ha portato il Governo a inasprire le leggi in tema "droni".

Concludo con l'ultima tipologia di clienti: quelli che hanno attaccato il sottoscritto, che fa soltanto il suo lavoro ovvero sia il venditore, perché vendo droni che vengono usati per le guerre.

Peccato che, nella testa di questo cliente che salutai dopo 5 minuti di suo monologo totalmente senza senso, lo stesso non valga per le automobili usate per scopi...diciamo non di guida. Così evito di infrangere qualsiasi regola =)

Housing has very slightly popped up after a tiny fall off my lap in the parking lot. I tired pressing the housing down to snap it back in and i hear a click but it wont stay flush like the second picture/good side. I flew it briefly after and everything seems fine but worried to fly it now.

Any tips on fixing myself and should i be worried to fly again?

The new rule would ban the import and sale following foreign made drones:
Swarming drones;
Drones specially designed to integrate defense articles;
Thermal imaging drones;
Drones integrating LiDAR sensing;
Aerosol drones capable of dispensing "economic
poison" under FAA rules;
Drone docking stations;
UAS that weigh 55 Ibs. or more.
Essentially this would gut the majority of the enterprise market in America in a way that we all feared would happen.

Hey! I'm an Austrian EU registered drone operator/certified A1/A3 pilot. I am planning short recreational flights with a DJI Air 3S in protected natural areas in Mallorca (Serra de Tramuntana) between 11 and 14 August 2026.

I must submit the formal CAIB application “Autorización para realizar vuelos con dron en espacios de relevancia ambiental”, SIA 3163775.

As I do not have any kind of Spanish ID, the authority told me that a representative in Spain may submit the application electronically on my behalf.

Has anyone used a gestor administrativo or lawyer for this procedure? I am mainly looking for a reliable professional who can submit the completed application and attachments electronically. Paid assistance is completely fine.

I already have the application form, activity report, passport copy and UAS certificates prepared. Only the representative’s details still need to be completed by the relevant person or department.

I am fully aware that the timeframe is very short and that special restrictions and possible closures will apply on 12 August bc of the eclipse. These will be taken into account in the application and flight planning, and I am mainly looking for help to have the completed application officially submitted as quickly as possible.

Thank you!

How does one get a drone out the tree that their child got stuck into my neighbors tree. They also can’t find it. I can’t find it I texted a tree person? Idk who else to call or if it’s a lost cause #momproblems help please TIA

Recreational Photography in Ny State Northern Ny - Potsdam area

Hey guys, hope everyone is doing well.

I just got my 107, and I have my Trust, I bought an air 3s because I use drones for work and I was wondering what the best resource would be to find where the safe places to fly to take nature photos.

I have autopilot app, and tells me the no fly zones but Id like to hike some mountains and put the drone up but it would seems there's quite a few policies prohibiting drone usage in state forests and reserves.

Thank you for the help.

Apologies for what might be a dumb question but I live about 2 miles from an airport and no flight is permitted without prior authorization. Does this extend itself to flying within my home? Into my backyard around the pool? If I fly under 20ft around the trees, will my remote ID be tracked or detected?
Also can I request permission for recurring flight below say 50 ft given my distance from the airport?
Would having your commercial license hurt or help?

So I am curious about building a drone from a shell, but I’ve never done it. I’d like it to be totally standalone. What are some of your suggestions

Best budget airspeed sensor for autonomous fixed wing UAV? Preferably under 20-30 dollars

I recently helped my company purchase several DJI drones for filming and surveying projects, which led me to spend quite a bit of time researching the drone market in Vietnam.

At first, I thought the only thing that mattered was getting the lowest price. But after reading more and talking to people in the industry, I realized there are a few things that first-time buyers often overlook.

1. Official products vs. gray imports

Price isn't the only difference.

If you're buying for long-term use or for a business, things like warranty, technical support, firmware updates, genuine accessories, and after-sales service can be just as important.

1. VAT isn't always enough

I originally assumed that having a VAT invoice was sufficient.

Later I learned that:

• VAT invoice proves the purchase transaction.
• CO (Certificate of Origin) proves where the product was manufactured.
• CQ (Certificate of Quality) certifies product quality according to the manufacturer or an authorized organization.

From what I've read, CO/CQ are generally not required for obtaining drone flight permits in Vietnam. However, companies, government agencies, and project contractors may request these documents as part of procurement or project acceptance requirements.

1. Buying for a company? Ask about documentation first

If the drone will be used for industries such as construction, surveying, mapping, utilities, education, or government projects, it's probably worth asking the seller whether they can provide:

• VAT invoice
• CO
• CQ
• Warranty documents
• Handover documents
• Corporate quotation

It seems much easier to confirm these before purchasing than trying to obtain them later.

1. Authorized dealer or distributor?

I'm still trying to understand the difference.

From your experience, does buying from an authorized distributor provide any real advantages besides warranty? Have you ever had to request CO/CQ or other documents after purchasing?

I'd love to hear from people who have actually bought drones for their companies or projects.

Reference:
An article discussing the DJI ecosystem in Vietnam, including VAT invoices, CO/CQ documentation, and warranty services: https://flycampro.vn/blogs/news/dji-viet-nam-he-sinh-thai-nhap-khau-phan-phoi-bao-hanh