Flying Safe

When Old Man Winter has come to town, you probably just want to curl up in your cozy living room and watch some TV. No reason to go outside and suffer the cold right? Well think again, winter is one of the best times for capturing stunning pictures of...

Mavic Mini is the perfect drone for everyday fight. Take a look at our best Mavic Mini indoor flight tips and settings for beginners and experienced pilots. From DJI Fly settings to indoor flight preparation, we’ve got it all covered in this article! Despite the allure of the great outdoors,...

The prospect of flying over water can be a scary one for most drone pilots. Water environments are often filled with potential hazards such as boats, waves, high winds, and even birds. Although DJI does not encourage flying over water, professional aerial photographers and videographers will sometimes have to...

Summer is one of the most exciting seasons of all. Shooting with your drone under the sun will certainly add fun to your aerial journey. While enjoying the flight is important, safety should be a priority as well. You don't want to lose anything before arriving at home. Here...

The last thing you want to happen when you’ve worked hard to purchase a brand-new drone is to crash it by doing something wrong that you could have easily avoided. Whereas some factors are inevitably out of your hands, you need to be aware of the things you can...

Congratulations on being a new drone pilot! We all understand the excitement of getting a new drone. But don’t rush into flying just yet! It’s relatively straightforward to take off, but do you know every button's function or have a good understanding of how your drone reacts to the remote controller? Before you head out and get it in the air, you should know your drone well.  As it’s...

Winter drone flying can sometimes be challenging in extreme conditions. Low temperatures can impact flight performance, and weather can be unpredictable. It’s possible that you will encounter rain, fog, or snow during flight. So how can you have a safe flight and capture great shots during the winter months?...

A question responsible new drone users ask is, “How, where, and when is flying my drone legal?”  Understanding local drone laws and regulations is essential for professional UAV pilots and hobbyists. By following government issued guidelines regarding UAV operation, users can ensure the safety of themselves, their aircraft, and...

Are you an ace pilot or even a brand new pilot who just got a fancy new DJI drone and can’t wait to fly? Yes, you are? Great, you might be wondering what commonality you both share, one of you a grizzled veteran pilot with thousands of hours of...

Flying safely, knowing your limits, and understanding how your drone works are essential when taking aerial photos or videos. As a drone enthusiast, I’ve seen my fair share of “drone fail” videos on YouTube, many of which result in awful, not to mention expensive crashes. Most of these crashes...

Safety first is an oft-repeated mantra by the Emergency Services, teachers, government departments and office managers often to the eye-rolling of those within earshot of it, but they usually have a good reason for sharing their often extensive lists of dos and don'ts. This is especially true when it...

Know Your Drone: This is one of the most important things I recommend before taking your drone out and flying it anywhere you think you may have trouble. Find a safe spot in an open area to get a feel for how it operates. It's best to learn how to...

Whether you’re an experienced pilot or just a beginner, we all make mistakes. But it’s best to avoid making them if you can! The Mavic is DJI’s most popular drone these days, so we’ve made a list of 10 common mistakes that Mavic pilots make when using their drone. 1....