Battery life of Spark in Cold Weather -14 compared to 67 degrees F

[BingErr]

Does the Phantom of Mavic battery behave this way in extreme cold weather? Did some testing with the Spark in extreme temps to see how much battery life you lose flying it in negative temps. The result is shocking!

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[chrismatthewssr]

I’m also surprised

 

[BingErr]

I’m also surprised

I think decreased battery temps have more to do with wind speed then external temp. More testing is required

 

[With The Birds]

I think decreased battery temps have more to do with wind speed then external temp. More testing is required

We don’t need more testing. It is well known that LiION chemistry will only deliver about half the rated capacity, usually less at -20 degrees Celsius.