Recent content by AngelAndres

Is there a way to block my data from transmitting to DJI whilst still allowing safe flying capability to include firmware updates?

Do rules say we need to get permission to fly from the heliports or just contact them to make them aware?

From 500ft/agl? Where did you read that? Is it part of the FARs?

Yes, but maybe, in lieu of restricting the purchase of any particular product, we can just require operators to obtain a specific class rating if they want to fly more capable remote aircraft? This way, the rules stay consistent with how we deal with a lot of other products. If you want a...

I'm with you on this one. Congress mandated the FAA integrate small drones with the rest of the national airspace system. The FAA is doing just that. The only thing is, the FAA is doing it the only way they know how: to regulate them like manned airplanes. Could they have chosen a more...

Hi, give this one a look: Skysense | Search for their product named "BCON1". It's supposed to be a lightweight, low-power consumption ADS-B Out solution for drones. Not sure if it'll be powerful or accurate enough to meet FAA specs though. Color me curious for sure! -Angel

Yes! Give credit where credit is due. Go DJI! Thank you for following up here Gerson. That boosts my confidence in DJI and encourages me to play by their rules in case something like this happens to my ship. Next stop for me... parachute shopping. Lol! Gratefully, -Angel

Truth!

Ah ha! That is very honest. A warning to everyone looking into DJI products: Buying DJI can reward you with wonderful platforms to get your work done. But, don't buy DJI unless you are ready to take on some expensive risks. If you are looking into DJI, all of their products have...

Excellent point! If the instructions from DJI direct the operator to restart once and THEN call DJI if the problem persists, then it follows that if the problem DIDN'T immediately persist for Gerson Morelli after he/she restarted, he/she has little reason to doubt DJI's directions and little...

Great reply! I totally have a sore spot for those who immediately go into "blame the user" mode instead of asking for/analyzing all of the facts. Keep standing up for yourself. It helps all of us. Oh, and thank you for the very appropriate and timely warning. -Angel

Hi! Actually, if you're already an FAA Certificated Pilot, the FAAST website has the course and the exam for you right now. You'll get a temporary certificate that you can use when IACRA publishes the new application for the Remote Pilot rating. Hope that helps! -Angel

Oh! I just saw this thread. If you already have a pilot certificate (Part61) you can just sign in to your FAAST account and take the sUAS course as well as the 35 question test. I just completed it myself shortly after the Part107 announcement came out. They gave me a temporary certificate to...