Sorry dr - already covered
More idiots going to ruin it for everyone. Uk | DJI Phantom Drone Forum
I notice you recently joined PP but did not introduce yourself.
Here follows my welcome pack for UK members. I hope you find it useful.
If you have not already done so, check the CAA rules for flying UAV's.
Flying drones | UK Civil Aviation Authority
To protect yourself in the case of an accident, insurance is a good idea. e.g. (BMFA) British Model Flying Association (UK). It costs £33 at the time of writing. Click on the link to view their web site :-
Members Insurance
You can also insure your UAV against damage : -
Drone Insurance - Phantom Flight School
The next thing to do is join a flying club to learn the ropes. Its more than likely there will be members only too glad to help out with advice or find someone near you who has a Phantom.
The golden rule :- Always get permission from the landowner to take off and land.
After some time, something to aim for is :-
Multi-Rotor –
You might like to try the following apps. The first one shows UK airspace and includes NOTAMS.
UK AirspaceAVOID for Pilots – Android Apps on Google Play and :-
No Fly Drones
One item that I have found to be of great help is a clear coloured strobe. I affixed mine to the rear of my P3 and it is easily seen in daylight for some distance. It helps greatly to determine orientation.
STROBON Cree® Standalone - Flytron
In my opinion, a video standard to achieve might be like this :-
Dundas Aqueduct near Bath by drone - YouTube
This was made by another member on the forum.
If you have any questions try doing a search first by clicking the magnifying glass top right. You might find your question has already been asked and it will save you a lot of time. If you can’t find an answer, then just post the question. We are only to happy to help.
Enjoy the forum.
