![How to format SD card in DJI drone [Quick steps]](jpg/how-to-format-sd-card-in-dji-drone.jpg)
Choosing the right SD card for your drone means that you will be able to record 4K video effortlessly. An important part of an SD card for a drone is knowing when and how to format the SD card. There are two ways that you can do it, in the DJI drone and on your computer. You have to make sure that you remove all of the files that you want to keep before formatting as it irreversibly resets the SD card.
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Can drones hear conversations? [The surprising science]
Privacy is a very important component of flying a drone. If you are in an area where there are drones flying regularly you may wonder if drones can actually hear your conversations. I know that when I was first flying my drone I was amazed at the volume of the sound it makes while it is flying. Surely this is enough to drown out even the loudest of conversations? Well, in this article we can go over everything you need to know about whether or not drones can hear conversations and what you can do to protect yourself.
Can a laser pointer take down a drone?
Laser pointers are a fun gadget that are very easy to get online. When I first had a laser pointer I was only 10 years old and I bought it while on holiday in Majorca with my family. Since that time, laser pointers have got incredibly powerful and come in a range of colours and shapes and sizes. It makes sense that pointing a laser at a drone could cause some issues with navigation and visual piloting. I know that when I am flying my drone directly into the sun I can easily get disorientated. In this article, we will go over everything you need to know about laser pointers and drones and can a laser pointer take down a drone.
Can you fly a drone over a highway? [SOLVED]
Unless you are flying your drone in wilderness and conservation areas you will almost certainly come across the situation where you are flying close to highways. I have flown close to many large highways and I’ve always wondered to myself: can you fly a drone over a highway? My immediate gut reaction is that it would be a silly idea since, in my local area, the rules are that you cannot fly above people or cars and within 30 m of them. However, there are some instances where flying over a highway cannot be avoided this includes construction surveying and asset management.
![Can you fly a drone near a school? [SOLVED]](jpg/can-you-fly-a-drone-near-a-school.jpg)
Can you fly a drone near a school? [SOLVED]
There are many places where you can fly a drone without any fear of being hassled by the police. However, …
How to tell if a drone is watching you at night
There are certainly some sinister reasons why people may want to be flying the drone at night. However, there are …
How to turn off beginner mode on DJI drones
when you first purchase a DJI drone it is likely that it will come with beginner mode turned on. Beginner mode is a fantastic option for new pilots as it limits the altitude, distance, and speed that the drone is able to achieve whilst also putting on limits such as no intelligent flight features. This mode enables you to be able to get used to the drone. Even the most experienced of pilots still turn on beginner mode for new drones that they have never flown before.
![Best drones without geofencing [Hacks, unlocking and more]](jpg/best-drones-without-geofencing.jpg)
Best drones without geofencing [Hacks and more]
There have been many occasions when I have wanted to fly my drone and been thwarted by geo-fencing restrictions. On a recent trip to Lord Howe Island, I had to self unlock my DJI Mavic air drone. On an island that does not have any mobile phone reception, this was incredibly frustrating because I needed to get a code phoned through in order to unlock the flight zones around the island. This led me to start to wonder if there were any drones without geofencing. I climbed up to the top of Lord Howe Island’s lookouts and was completely disappointed that I was not able to fly my drone. Maybe I should have had a drone on this list.
Can I fly my drone in the mountains? [SOLVED and tips]
I think that drone pilots are the adventurous sort. This means that we want to take our drones with us on our adventures. Whether we want to capture the awe-inspiring view or get a third person perspective of our rock climbing or adventure sport activities drones are perfect for capturing that footage. Sometimes, we want to head up into the mountains with our drone. Obviously we want the trip to be safe for us and our drone so questions like can I fly my drone in the mountains? Can I fly at high altitudes? Will my drone battery drain faster? Pop into our minds. In this article, we will go over everything you need to know about flying your drone in the mountains and at high altitudes.
How to Spot a Drone at Night [Low- and Hightech solutions]
Spotting a drone at night can be relatively difficult due to the fast-moving nature of drones and the fact that most trends allow you to turn off the lights during use. There are many reasons why someone may want to fly a drone night: it may be the police looking for a suspect, it may be scientists monitoring wildlife, or it could just be someone who wants to infringe on your privacy. In this article we’re going to go through how to spot a drone at night and the advanced technologies that exist for doing so.
