Not having ATTI mode would have made both of those harder to use when the ship was moving. We did consider using an inspire so the Phantom was actually the smaller choice :)
@@PaulJoy I'm new at this so I've only used a DJI Mini 2. I would like to get a second heavier drone with more wind tolerance and 4k@60fps. What would you recommend?
Not sure how this video doesn’t have more views. First video I’ve seen from you and it earned a rare “subscribe” from me. So very helpful. I’ve flown plenty from land. So glad I found this for my first flight from a ship! Thanks!
Yes, but your info is crucial. Many people will lose their drone on their very first flight if they don’t THINK and get this info first. This is info worth paying for. I’m grateful you provided it for free and hope your channel sees growth and more success!
Wish i watch your video a lot sooner. I didn't have anyone to release and catch my Mavic 2 zoom while i was filming a vessel during its sea trial. Taking off and landing while the vessel was testing its top speed around 20+knot was madness, Sport mode saved the day. Taking off wasn't that bad compare to landing it. But it still dangerous, it will take off and went strait off the back of the stern and above the water, if u have something obstructing, it's gonna be a disaster. luckily the helipad got only a 3ft fencing and it's far enough, so a fast vertical speed allowed the drone to go over the fence instead of into it. BUT! only if u have enough clearance like a helipad. Just get someone to hand lauch it like, way safer. Oh ya, i was struggling the the 'IMU redundancy' issue, Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom doesn't have ATTI mode as option i suppose, it's just there whenever u don't have GPS lock, so block the drone from locking onto the gps, get the prop rotating then only u're good to go. If the boat/vessel is moving, u got to straight away move you drone to match the boat speed, then only it will seems like 'hovering' on the moving boat. Upon landing, the drone will somewhat drifting on the helipad, thinking the ground is stationary, which it's not, the ground(vessel) was moving at 20+knot, luckily the helipad was large enough, allowing the prop to fully stop after drifting about 10-15ft. NEVER try these if u don't have space large enough, get someone to catch it, just follow the video advise, u'll be much safer. Even though no drone or bank account were harm, a lot that i've learned from your video. The 'updating' the home point, the Smart RTH and few other settings are super important! really appreciate your input. Having someone to assist the take off and landing really makes a huge different. Thanks for advise man, u're saving a lot of drone operators from loosing their beloved drones and wonderful footages.
Thanks for taking the time to let me know. Yes it's definitely the highest stress jobs I've had to do and there is a lot to consider, especially when you have a client trying explain what they want whilst the drone is in the air! I almost had the drone hit the rear handrail on one take off because I hadn't toggled the ATTI switch between flights so as you say, if you have clear airspace above you then going up fast is often the best way to clear obstacles but it is a scary process!
Great video but I was trying to work out how to land on a moving ship, I assumed I'd come in high from behing the ship then maintain my speed to the ship and come down vertually, whilst maintaing a constant forward speed, am I right?
Quick question. Does US drone pilot certification matter when in international waters or when docked at another country? Obviously having it is better, but is it mandatory? I would assume in international water, it doesn’t matter, but maybe I’m stupid:-)
I don’t think there’s one easy answer as every country will have different rules. As you say in international waters then it will not apply however you will need to meet requirements for the location you are operating in and hence a US cert won’t apply for instance in Europe where you would need to meet EASA requirements.
