Recent content by Paullo

I had the same problem using Map Pilot using a Phantom 4 Pro v2.0 The solution was to turn off obstacle avoidance. This solved the problem. I don't know if this would work with drone deploy but may be worth trying. Incidentally I found Map Pilot to be a much better app for mapping than drone deploy

I've finally had a reply from Network Rail. They have said "I can confirm that you are allowed to fly within 150m (but no closer than 50m) to our infrastructure" This is, of course, with a PFCO. The CAA have confirmed the same so any bylaws conform to the ANO

Network rail states: You must not fly a drone anywhere near the railway – it could result in a serious accident. It is a criminal offence to fly a drone on, over or within 50 metres of the railway or within 150 metres in built up areas. It is a criminal offence to fly a drone on, over or within...

Hi Scott, That's great - lots of other useful resources as well, many thanks Paul

How do you work out whether an aerodrome is a 'protected'. The ANO states that a protected aerodrome is (a)an EASA certified aerodrome, (b)a Government aerodrome, (c)a national licensed aerodrome, or (d)an aerodrome that is prescribed or of a prescribed description. Is there a list or an easy...

wow, that is impressive! thanks

How long does the battery charge of the P4p V 2.0 controller tend to last in terms of aircraft batteries? - I can get through about 4 batteries on my Mavic Pro before the controller needs charging. Is this about the same for the P4p V 2.0? Thanks

Hi, can anyone who has recently renewed their PFCO suggest changes needed to the ops manual to take the 2018 ANO amendments into account? Thanks, Paul

I'm looking to upgrade to a Phantom 4 ver 2.0, primarily for mapping. Would I be taking a risk going for a DJI refurbished one? (bearing in mind the drifting problems I've read about). I would save in the region of £300. Incidentally what is the verdict about the drifting problem - has this been...