Tried flying today but ran into a No Fly Zone issue. Couldn’t take off near the water. Just wondering, what’s the benefit of hacking DJI drones?
You shouldn’t be flying in No Fly Zones. It’s illegal and reckless.
And definitely don’t try flying if you’re under the influence of anything.
Sky said:
You shouldn’t be flying in No Fly Zones. It’s illegal and reckless.
And definitely don’t try flying if you’re under the influence of anything.
Some No Fly Zones make sense, but sometimes you’re allowed to fly with proper authorization and still get locked out.
@Dana
If your firmware and FlySafe database are updated, that shouldn’t be a problem. Sounds like user error.
Sky said:
@Dana
If your firmware and FlySafe database are updated, that shouldn’t be a problem. Sounds like user error.
Appreciate the info. Maybe I should check out some YouTube videos on this.
@Kei
YouTube? Who said anything about YouTube?
No one, but I figure there are videos out there that explain this stuff better.
@Dana
Yeah, that’s exactly what happened. I was at a baseball field that also had a track nearby. It asked me to authorize, so I entered my phone number, got a code, and was able to fly. That’s not illegal, right? Just making sure I’m not breaking any rules.
Maybe the No Fly Zone was there for a good reason…
Where were you trying to fly?
(If you’re in the US) You can check FAA maps to see which areas need authorization:
https://faa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=9c2e4406710048e19806ebf6a06754ad
Hacking your drone can unlock more features, but it’s a risk.
@Marlowe
Thanks! I’ll take a look at that.
@Marlowe
I was at a baseball field near the water with a track nearby. It asked for authorization, I put in my phone number, got a code, and after that, I could fly.
Kei said:
@Marlowe
I was at a baseball field near the water with a track nearby. It asked for authorization, I put in my phone number, got a code, and after that, I could fly.
If you drop a Google Maps link, I can check if that location actually needs FAA approval.
DJI recently updated their maps to match the FAA database. If your FlySafe database is current, then that spot likely needs FAA permission, which you can request through LAANC apps or the FAA Drone Zone site.
@Marlowe
Here’s the link: Google
I was just testing my drone while my son rode his little dirt bike.
@Kei
Yeah so that is a 0 no fly zone because you are in Class B airspace Controlled by LaGuardia Airport.
Class B airspace is not eligible for LAANC auto approval.
The proper process is to go to FAADroneZone and request an airspace authorization 60 days before you need to fly there.
And I am not sure if they would approve it because it is Class B airspace.
Your best option might be to go fly at a park outside of the no fly zone such as the Pelham Bay Park Area.
@Marlowe
Oh damn, thanks for looking into it. I was able to fly though, so I should be good, right? I don’t plan on going back there anyway.