5 Great DRONE Tips to Finally End Beginner Drone Fears! 🔸DJI Mini 3, Mini 4 Pro, DJI Air 3

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Hey buddy. As beginner drone pilots ….most of us had a whole bunch of fears. I created this playful episode to address the top 5 sources of those fears and hopefully this helps dissipate them as fast as possible. To summarize….we have an incredibly complicated hobby. It’s my belief based on my experience….that “simplifying” is the key to reducing stress & increasing joy. Only then….can progress toward improving begin..
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[@TedNemeth]

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[@keithrussell87]

Another wonderful video Samurai!! If someone approaches me, I tell them to wait a second or two until I can bring the drone back so I can talk to them safely. I use that opportunity to educate the person . You are so right when you say that most of the people are just interested in the drone and how it works. We are all ambassadors of our craft and just like being a cop, people will remember that one interaction that they had with you. I always try and make it a positive one! Thanks for your content brother!!

[@TedNemeth]

Keith you said it much better than i did.

[@IsomPhilips]

Being a member of a Mini 3 Pro Facebook group I've noticed that the majority of those who report on drone crashes are the ones that relied too much on the obstacle avoidance system. Your advice of fly like it's not there is the best and what I always follow.

[@TedNemeth]

hey buddy. Yup I’m a member of that group too. Some great photographers from around the world on there. But yes I saw lots of posts by people saying the obstacle avoidance failed them. I also see LOTS of posts by people asking legal questions about drones in foreign countries! That’s why I included it here. Thanks for being part of the community Isom.

[@cevisuals]

Last weekend I officially flew over water along the Oregon Coast and the amount of anxiety was almost too much to handle. More than once your last item about false landing over water almost came to pass! Fortunately I realized this and immediately pushed forward on my joystick to gain altitude. Your recommendation for the "hard deck" never occurred to me and now will make that a required rule when flying over water. Great recommendation! Thank you!

[@architektura204]

I'm consistently amazed by your dedication to quality, Ted. Your content and editing are always meticulous, helpful and spiced with humor.

[@AZGeek520]

Great tips, Ted. Spot on with points on dealing with confrontation. If I have a Karen in my face I'll stop the flying session, land, pack-up and go someplace else. That's only happened to me twice in almost 7 years of flying drones, but admit that I do most of my drone flights out in remote areas where no one else is around. I also use the same process for orienting the drone as your points on take off / landing, getting close to objects -- too many close calls with not having my brain switch inputs into the controller when the drone is not facing away from me.

[@TedNemeth]

hey moto cowboy. Loving your ride-alongs lately.

[@johnriper4416]

Excellent tips, Ted! Like you, I've found that bypassers who stop to talk with me about drone flying are overwhelmingly just curious, not hostile.

[@TedNemeth]

hey John. thanks for sharing. Same here.

[@denaco]

fog too. when i try to descend in fog the sensors think it's a land mass being so dense and starts to land. i was stuck high up for ages waiting for a break to pull down through. i also leave shutter in auto, but like to lock iso for different stages of sunset/twilight. just uploaded a Miami sunset to night video from iso 200-800 and found 1600 wasnt needed and just revealed excess noise in the shadows that stayed hidden at 800. brill video buddy.

[@TedNemeth]

wow! I never experience that. But absolutely makes sense. fog up those tiny sensors and the drone is blind as a bat.

[@1EagleDave]

Love your videos brother to the point and great content.

[@richthesailingguy3239]

Another great video. You speak TRUTH! Wish I had seen this video when I was first starting out. The landing orientation tip has been really helpful to me with zero crash landings since I got my DJI Mini 3 Pro. One thing I would add... 3 months before my trip to Ireland I would take my drone out to the backyard every day and fly it around the neighborhood for 20 minutes. I would test the various setting, range and lighting conditions. But the most important thing I was doing was becoming familiar with the controls to the point where I didn't have to think about doing anything. It was like driving a car. You do it without having to pause to think. So I would say the best way to lose your drone flying fears is PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE! Yeah I know, pretty obvious but it paid off when I got to Ireland and got some spectacular shots. Keep up the good work Ted.

[@TedNemeth]

Rich you are the man. Yup keeping that muscle memory fresh is important.

[@shsechas]

Another great video Ted! Flying for about 7 years and never crashed once. Maybe I'm too careful!!! Even after all that time. I still have that little anxiety every time I take off. Probably because I don't fly all that much. Thanks for your videos my LI friend!!!

[@TedNemeth]

yup that little nervous edge is important. Get too relaxed and start to take chances is when disaster starts knocking.

[@robgrayson]

This video is a veritable gold mine of essential advice for drone newbies like me. Thanks! 🙂

[@ThatMakesSenseToMe]

THAT is why I ALMOST HIT A WAVE in California at the beach. I basically never fly above water I had been puzzling about that for so long. I always love your videos but goodness thank you for that.

[@TedNemeth]

oh crap! man i have totally done that. It definitely gets you to realize…OK…i need to reassess the risks I’m taking here.

[@izzaniielachannel]

Great..thanks for sharing this video

[@geobrower3069]

Hi Ted, late this past fall I took the plunge and went from a $400 toy drone to the DJI Air 3 (I'm retiring end of 2024). I have only 2 hours on it due to a 6 day work week in the resort industry (I live on-site at the resort for those 6 days), now we're closed and I'm off for the next 3 months and can really learn about this a/c. Your videos are right up there with my top five content producers, thank you, you're a fun person to learn from. Last week I passed my advanced licence (I'm in Canada) and wish to learn to do some wedding and/or group and real estate filming as a retirement job. PS. I'm a 1200 hour private pilot, drone flying, especially at a distance is considerably harder than a Cessna 206; but as I amass drone hours I trust I'll be more relaxed.

[@johnnymac26]

Top class explanations loved it!!!

[@thierrylaflamme4823]

Bonsoir Ted! Thanks for bringing your humanism and natural friendliness to these videos. Not only do you deliver the most precious tips to keep the hobby alive and enjoyable, but you do it in such a pleasant and respectful way to your viewers. We feel like watching a close friend! Thanks for your generosity, and also, for being relaxed and taking the time to speak clearly without any stress about timing... Your videos are often well past the 10-min mark, but ALWAYS feel too short! 😉 A delightful moment each and every time!

[@TedNemeth]

Thierry man I truly appreciate that. I’m trying to get better at all these little aspects of the video production value. It feels amazing when such kind comments like yours hit home. Thank you.

[@W6IWN_Radio]

Another great video Ted! 👍 👍

[@Wedgenbigg]

Great video Tedd. In my experience, drone Karen's don't care what you have to say. They seem to be convinced before they start their encounter with you that they are in the right. Best way to deal with it was to remain friendly and let them know that if they are that concerned they can call the police to dispute it and then move on to my flying. Education is key but some aren't willing to learn their error.

[@TedNemeth]

hey Paul. Yup you’re exactly right. It’s called “recreational outrage”. They aren’t open to discussion. That’s why I encourage beginners to remain calm & don’t escalate. It’s like political arguments on Facebook…..there’s never a “winner”, you’re never going to change anyone’s mind.

[@sherryvanrijn5453]

lol, drone karen's 😆

[@douchebaggins7]

I'm pretty new to drones, I've had my mini 4 pro for about a month and absolutely love it. Best purchase I've made in a long time. I'm subscribed to a few drone channels but yours in my opinion is the best by far. I love your filming style and the value of your content, it's always entertaining and full of valuable information. I'm definitely trying to follow your "keep it simple" style because I'm the type of person who can spend a lot of time in rabbit holes. Love your energy and vibe. Thank you.

[@TedNemeth]

congrats on your M4P. and wow thank you for the kind words my new friend. Welcome aboard to our flying camera crew. Please let me know if there’s anything specific you’d like me to cover.

[@topdowndronesolutions]

Another good video Ted!

[@justflyingmydrone]

Again, great info Ted. Your the man!

[@flyDJIuk]

Another fantastic video covering points and worries I and most pilots have. Love your presentation and your delivery! Every time! 👍👍

[@TeeEmmCee]

Another great video, Ted. Thank you. You have a wonderful way of taking some mundane points and relaying your thought in a very entertaining, humorous way. You are the master!! //Tom

[@IcelandAdventures]

Practice practice practice and part 107 👍

[@joepetrolo1560]

Hi Ted. I really appreciate your videos because they simplify the art of taking videos and photos. I like to take quality videos or photos from the sky and share with family and friends and your videos give me confidence to do that without worrying about all the other 'stuff'. It's taken me a while and I still get pretty nervous sometimes but you inspire me to just get out there and take footage. I really like your approach to this hobby. Keep up the great work.

[@mjsubterra]

Great advice Ted, thank you for that. Useful stuff about OA too!

[@thurber_shots]

Great tips, Ted. One thing I'll add about being watched in public is to consider wearing a reflective vest, it makes it look like you're there as a professional, since I've started wearing it I haven't been bothered, they're cheap and readily available on Amazon.

[@TedNemeth]

yes exactly. great tip. Thank you.

[@terryrccrazy6993]

Great information, as usual. Thanks for your great videos. I always look forward to your next post,

[@droneartmedia]

Another great video Ted, I also continue to use drone buddy as my go to app especially to check wind speed directions at locations etc 👍

[@sherryvanrijn5453]

Love this channel, thank you! 😊

[@TedNemeth]

Sherry I really appreciate that. Please let me know if there’s any specific topic(s) you’d like to cover?

[@user-gx4fh1qw1g]

I always look forward to watching these videos when I get the alert. For me this is the best one yet. Bravo!

[@TedNemeth]

ahh man i really appreciate that. Great seeing you in the community here. You’ve been super supportive lately. Need it. Many thanks.

[@ORGANIZEDCoNfUsioN]

Another awesome video with great info Ted. Thank you!!!! Like # 211.

[@GrumpyDrone]

Great tips as always. Thank you.

[@TedNemeth]

Rob i really appreciate that my friend.

[@StartLivingNow1963]

Great Video and Great Information Ted looking forward to when You go on Your Trip to India in 2024🙂👍

[@lynsmith1096]

Good advice Ted

[@TedNemeth]

Lyn i really appreciate it.

[@ProfKlaus]

Nice video Ted. Drone wanting to land on water? That’s a new fear for me. 10 meters seems high but if that’s the price for safety, so be it!

[@TedNemeth]

hey professor. I’m basing that on my experience with many false landings over water when I was around 1 meter over water. I’ve had zero false landings over water when I was around 10 meters. So that specific height is just a generalization based on my Mini 3 Pro experience. Especially for beginners….I think that’s a pretty safe minimum.

[@revb14n]

Damn how did I miss this

[@lonceyswildcairns333]

Cheers so much these are great plus essential tips 😊❤

[@TedNemeth]

Loncey I appreciate it my friend.

[@rlfisher]

Excellent video. Should be mandatory viewing for new/all pilots.

[@TedNemeth]

yess! thank you my friend.

[@jeremytome]

Excellent tips again Ted.

[@dr_rosenburg_lacma]

Great video!

[@drone-ph]

Thank you! Maestro @TedNemeth 🎉💯

[@tazyt3388]

great tips bro hope ya well cheers

[@TedNemeth]

yeah man! thanks brother.

[@thisdroneupflying]

Great video as always Ted! So helpful 👍👍

[@TedNemeth]

great to see you. many thanks.

[@MWB_logic_reason_respect]

Thanks newbie from Kent UK

[@TedNemeth]

hey Marcelo! welcome aboard my flying filmmaker friend. Please let me know if there’s any specific questions you have. I’d love to help if I’m able.

[@kerryjohnson4328]

Great video as always. I have had both ends of the spectrum as far as being watched. I have had people give me the " You can't fly here!" And I have had others ask me for info on flying drones. I like educating people and making us drone pilots looking better.

[@TedNemeth]

yes exactly….we are all ambassadors of the hobby. Know the laws & remain cool as cool.

[@JaroslavBengl]

Great advices, my friend! ✨ Here is the beer🍺😀

[@smbishop63]

Thank you, Ted! You are the Godfather of flying cameras. Following your channel is like when I used to wait for the next 'Ted Lasso" episode. Your videos are always worth waiting for, and just as positive, I have to say though, I have read and re-read the TX drone laws regarding photography and drones. They are so ambiguous that I am now even more nervous to photograph when I am flying. Looking forward to your next viedo!

[@TedNemeth]

scott man I really appreciate that. Yup we have a pretty complex hobby with different laws and satellites and software and birds trying to attack us. Collecting baseball cards would be a much easier hobby.

[@JMprodquad]

Hi Ted, great advice… especially about the Obstacle Avoidance part. I would have also mentioned that it would be a good idea to read the drone’s manual before beginning their Flying Camera fun! 😊 Regards, Jerry

[@TedNemeth]

Jerry sorry to hear about Mavrick. I lost mine earlier this year. It’s a real gut punch. Loved ur Edgewater footage.

[@BuddBieber]

Agree 100% with Auto Exposure!!! Great video again Ted!!! 👍👍👍

[@TedNemeth]

right on! super cool to see you here Budd. thank you brother. See you on Sunday night.

[@adamhenry5019]

Keep those videos coming mate loving them. Just subscribed today and going to binge watch your content tonight 😮. You make everything simple yet very professional. I could rattle on for paragraphs how your content is helping me but all I can say is to anyone new to “flying cameras” is to take this blokes advice.

[@TedNemeth]

Adam you truly made my week. THAT is why I do this. It ain’t for the money honey. Welcome aboard sir.

[@GoldenKnight702]

Let’s go!

[@mtmccornack]

I had a bee get squished in the front obsticle avoidance sensor and had to fly back to me in reverse... that was fun.

[@TedNemeth]

what! haven’t heard that before. We definitely have a unique hobby. Definitely beats stamp collecting.

[@mtmccornack]

@TedNemeth Best to always have an exit strategy! But wait, thats kinda brilliant, I should cover my bird with pistage stamps (Just in case it needs to be shipped back to me!)

[@gunnsteinnjonsson9166]

Another great and fun episode Ted. Even though l am little bit of a rebel that doesn't like being told l cant do something that l find harmless, my most fear is braking the law and being watched and confronted 😅 Until l lost my Mini 2 l never worried about crashing because my drone was something l knew was something that could be easily replaced, but now l worry about crashing because l am afraid l wont get budget from my wife to buy another one if l loos this one 😅 Thanks again Ted for your quality episodes, and keep up the good work 😊

[@dhoser9296]

Great advice for everyone Ted. I like the Drone Buddy app. I've been approached several times when flying and always respond that I'm doing documentary footage for commercials, advertisements, etc. and it works. I'll now also inform them of knowing the laws. From your previous videos I know you always shoot in Auto mode. What I would like to know is which mode do you usually record in the majority of time: Normal, DCINELIKE, HLG, or DLOGM? Thanks for all you do, luv all the vids!!!

[@TedNemeth]

hey buddy. I shoot in Normal color profile. Its my opinion based on my testing that DCINELIKE is not a true log profile, meaning its not flat enough (desaturated) therefore I see VERY little actual benefit after I’m done color grading to restore the colors and exposure. It’s a lot of time for little to no benefit in improved dynamic range. So I use Normal color profile and save all that time.

[@randymorgan-droneovermichigan]

Excellent video. I'm glad I found your channel!

[@TedNemeth]

Randy I really appreciate that. Welcome aboard sir. I enjoyed your last vlog style video. Beautiful country.

[@randymorgan-droneovermichigan]

@@TedNemeth thanks Ted. Come up and fly sometime! I'm looking forward to your upcoming videos. I'm sure I can learn a lot from you.

[@baudad]

I'm just about to do my first flight over water so this was a good one to watch. Just wondering if you could do a vid on how to take off and land from your hand?

[@TedNemeth]

ha! its so funny you said that. I’m literally right now planning my next video and have a list of about 5 topics I’m choosing from and hand-launching is on the list. That episode will be made in December or January. Thank you brother!

[@chemtrail_brew_Que]

I’d also add not to just trust drone buddy but to also check the laws from where you are. In addition to national parks, most state parks don’t allows drones now either but the app says you are in the clear.

[@TedNemeth]

1000% - thank you.

[@IKanFlyDrones]

Thank you for the video. I really appreciate your content. What are your thoughts about flying in nyc? I know manhattan is prolly a definite no no. But what do you think about Brooklyn, Bronx and Queens? Well prolly not the Bronx because someone will rob your drone so you don’t have to worry about police there.

[@geobrower3069]

Great video Ted! Happy Holidays

[@TedNemeth]

Geo I appreciate it my friend. Fly safe and happy holidays. Any new drone gear from Santa coming?

[@geobrower3069]

@@TedNemeth As I just recently bought a DJI Air 3, Christmas is bringing me a FPVtosky Dual Layer Hard Case for travel and a decent backpack to hold the drone and my two SLR's, and their accessories while working in the feild. Along with some other bits and bobs that Santa thinks I need.

[@LillaHusVanlife]

Brilliant video Ted with some very good tips to staying relaxed. I use an app called Drone Assist to help with knowing where I can and cannot fly..it takes some of the uncertainty away 👍 The height reading is a very good one to remember too..many tine if I've taken off on a hillside, I'm flying at minus metres in height, which can be quite disconcerting at times..lol Thanks again for the tips, they really help to put things in perspective.. Take care, fellow cinematographer.. 🙏😊

[@TedNemeth]

thank you thank you. And I loved your Norway episode. Was super fun to follow along.

[@Allsource-inc]

Dude your awesome! The way you explain things is phenomenal. Thanks for sharing.

[@TedNemeth]

ah man i truly appreciate that. You’re also into woodworking. Love it. I was a professional leather craftsman for 11 years. I miss it. Google: ted nemeth leather

[@Allsource-inc]

Very cool!

[@oaschbeidl]

First video of yours I've watched, instantly subscribed! I love the friendly, laid-back vibe. As for the app question, for Austria specifically there's the dronespace app by our official airspace control authority.

[@TedNemeth]

welcome aboard to our FLYING CAMERA CREW! Thanks for sharing.

[@WeretheRoberts]

I still get anxious when I turn these things on. lol. Oh wait. I’m still a rookie!!! Hahaha. Great tips, man, as always. We fly over water more than land, too so the 10 meter tip is gold. I have caught the drones doing some really weird stuff when flying low over water and fortunately I’ve always been able to correct it before crashing into the water. That would be awful!!!

[@TedNemeth]

right on brother. Hey i enjoyed your dolly zoom using waypoints vid. That’s a trip.

[@WeretheRoberts]

@@TedNemeth lol. I have no concept of how that stuff works. But it’s pretty neat. Lol

[@S19385hcjsmci]

I was getting a lot more confident. Had a motor overload that led to a crash other day. Thank the Lord for find my drone. Think it froze. Now I won't fly over water at all 🤣🤦

[@TedNemeth]

hey John. I’m super curious….can you explain exactly what happened? did you get an error message onscreen during the flight? You say “it froze”….like literally in the cold?

[@S19385hcjsmci]

@@TedNemeth yer I got an error message of motor overload while flying. It wouldn't move then fell out of the sky. I believe the motor overload is because ice formed on the props because of freezing fog. Just luck the pine trees must of broke the fall then landed in long grass and moss.

[@usmcgoody69]

Love your hat, Ted. Like that Peaky Blinder look. And thanks for the content, of course!

[@TedNemeth]

Peaky Droner. Thanks Miguel. Welcome aboard to our FLYING CAMERA CREW brother..

[@evolutionaryTom]

Ted, dropping knowlege bombs once again. Great video.

[@TedNemeth]

Hey Tom. I really appreciate that brother. Had fun with this. Is there a specific topic you’d like me to cover in an upcoming episode?

[@nicholsonjay4724]

I had an older guy walk up to me and ask if I had a permit to fly my drone. I had a mini 3 pro and was flying it where. I was allowed and not even over people….over the water actually. I told him that I didn’t need one as the drone was under 250 grams. He then went on some crap about, “Well you could use that to peek in people’s windows…” Instead of punching him in the face and throwing him over the side of the wharf where we were standing, I just said, “I don’t have this conversation.” ….and just moved on as I already had my stuff packed up.

[@TedNemeth]

yup. Many hobbies involve staying indoors at home and don’t have to deal with the public & their opinions. But our hobby is susceptible to that. Like anything….the anxiety dissipates with experiences.

[@BrianRouse]

The trickiest flight I ever did was flying over a river that was down in a valley about 100ft below me 😂😮

[@TedNemeth]

ha!!! yes that’s exactly what I’m talking about Brian. This hobby definitely keeps us on our toes.

[@daviddrew7624]

Best Obstacle Avoidance is your eyes that's for sure 👍

[@TedNemeth]

you said it the best! Even when I’m drunk, my eyes are better than those little sensors.

[@onesupersane]

Great video love from India ❤

[@TedNemeth]

yessss! welcome aboard to our FLYING CAMERA CREW my friend.

[@Soundafek]

Been flying for 5 months now, my number 1 anxiety is that I don't yet trust my drone. It hasn't given me any reason not to, I'm always worried it's gonna fall out of the sky for no reason & smack someone or thing.. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@jeffking1798]

I just bought my very first drone. I have not ever flown one, but mine is suppose to arrive on Thursday and I'm so excited !

[@TedNemeth]

Jeff amazing buddy. congrats. I’m finishing a new episode now which is a love letter to my little flying buddy that has changed my life. You’ll love it I think. Its really meant to inspire creativity and think less about all the technical stuff & settings etc.

[@jeffking1798]

@@TedNemeth I'll be watching........

[@mtmccornack]

I noticed my drone anxiety has all but gone now that my live view screen goes tits up every once in a while... flying a drone blind without help from the turtle or live stream changes a man forever.

[@mtmccornack]

Also, it's because I have a refurb air 2s and refurb smart controller. It wasn't supposed to be able to talk with each other, but Dji claims it was fixed in software.... obviously, they sorta worked it out.

[@applesbighatranch6906]

While we're thinking of it, would someone be able to recommend the BEST prop guards for the Mini Pro 4? Thanks in advance for any reply. Thanks, too, to TED for another great tutorial. You rawk, sir.

[@wazreacts]

It's birds that give me the greatest anxiety since a Magpie took me out two months back. Crows keep going after me now! Every. Single. Flight!

[@TedNemeth]

ha! I hear ya. I just went to ChatGPT and asked: “how can i get magpies to be scared of my drone?”. Here’s the reply: It's important to approach this situation with care and consideration for both the magpies and the ethical use of drones. Here are some suggestions to potentially discourage magpies from being near your drone: 1. **Associate Drone with Unpleasant Stimuli:** - Try flying the drone while emitting a loud, unpleasant noise (if your drone has this capability). This may create an aversive association for the magpies. 2. **Use Visual Deterrents:** - Attach visual deterrents to your drone. Magpies are often scared of reflective or shiny objects. Consider adding items like reflective tape or lightweight, dangling streamers to your drone. 3. **Modify the Appearance of the Drone:** - Experiment with changing the appearance of your drone. Some birds are intimidated by large, unusual-looking objects. You could attach large, colorful decorations or modify the drone's appearance in a way that makes it less appealing to magpies. 4. **Employ Natural Predatory Sounds:** - Play recordings of natural magpie predators (such as raptors) from a safe distance. This may trigger a fear response and encourage magpies to stay away. 5. **Maintain a Safe Distance:** - Ensure you are not flying the drone too close to magpies or their nests. Maintain a safe and respectful distance to avoid causing unnecessary stress to the birds. 6. **Consistent Behavior:** - Be consistent in your efforts to associate the drone with aversive stimuli. This may help reinforce the idea that the drone is not a welcome presence. 7. **Time of Day Considerations:** - Pay attention to the time of day you fly the drone. Magpies are often more active and protective during the breeding season, so take extra care during this time. Remember, it's crucial to prioritize the well-being of the magpies and other wildlife in your area. Use humane and ethical methods, and avoid causing undue stress or harm to the birds. If you have concerns about magpies or other wildlife, consider consulting with local wildlife experts or authorities for guidance.

[@wazreacts]

@@TedNemeth I use red reflective tape. It keeps Crows/Ravens from attacking, but our good old dear Australian Magpies (go look up some swooping videos - they're famous) just don't give a monkeys ... Luckily, our Magpies only attack two months of the year. Our crows, however, are about 3x the size of our little mini 3 pros and always show up, whether at 30 feet, or 400 feet!

[@techunboxing8933]

You be just fineeeeeeeeeee

[@TedNemeth]

you have exquisite taste.

[@bladerunner013]

Hi Ted, Greetings from Hamburg Germany. Love you school and knowledge you share with us. Tipski and tricks which I was learn in photography from Scott Kelby in Miami2003/04. aregreat change for my photo life which I started in primarni school 1979. Knowledge and pasion wich you share with us Sky rocket passion to be aerial photographer. Wish to you and your family a great upcoming holidays. Looking g forward to learn more in 2024. Personal regards Freddie

[@TedNemeth]

Freddie thank you for the cool note my friend. Wow you been around cameras for a long time. Have great holidays.

[@alanabley525]

Another great video. I was thinking of upgrading my Mini 3 Pro to the Pro 4 mostly because of the sideway obstacle avoidance. Using prop guards sounds like a good way to counter that worry, but does using them have detrimental affect on flying? Thank you. Want to add that I needed my Care Fresh policy recently and very happy I purchased that.

[@flightographist]

I have certification, my drones are registered, I know the law and I fly wherever I want to including in downtown Ottawa- the most strict jurisdiction in Canada. If you know the rules and where you are nothing can touch you. I fly right up to the boundaries of class f but don't cross over. Class f is the only airspace you cannot fly a sub 250 in Canada. I had one encounter with a rager, I just laughed at him until he ran out of air and expletives. As soon as he realized physical intimidation was a non-starter he limped away with his tail between his legs. I have lost 6 mini 3 pro's, fortunately my warranty coverage replaced every one of them so there is no anxiety there. I like to fly in forests and way out over water. 3 meters is my determination of safe height over water, any lower and it can be a problem...2 of the 6 went swimming for this reason.

[@hyoh-wu]

My anxiety was last week when I went out and it was 29°. I was flying over the Kooteani River and kept thinking the battery was gonna drain because of the cold. I have had people say on my channel you cant fly my drone WILDERNESS areas. We can fly in over wilderness areas we just cant land or take off in the wilderness areas.

[@TedNemeth]

29 degrees? that is downright uncivilized. Yeah I can’t believe the US Parks dept outlawed photographs being posted on social media without a permit, which is a big hassle to obtain.

[@hyoh-wu]

​@TedNemeth good thing i avoid national parks like the plague! See...I didn't know this new law...another wrinkle in the brain. Thanks Ted!

[@frankfountain7680]

Another great video! Thank you! One question: Do you recommend ND 64 even when shooting 4K60 on a bright day?

[@TedNemeth]

great question. that needs to be tested for yourself. Here’s what I mean…..I have a Mini 2 (which only has an F2.8) aputure….and many times in 60fps it does not need a filter on a sunny/partly sunny day. I would test it by just switching to that mode and making a judgement call. BUT….with my Mini 3 Pro (F1.7 aputure) …i usually need an ND64 on a sunny day. Trial & error is only way to know.

[@frankfountain7680]

@@TedNemeth Thank you, Ted. I'll test it. I have found your drone videos to be the most helpful of the hundreds I've watched.

[@HikeFly22]

I've been flying very low over water. With mini 3 pro I've had no issues. With mini 2 and Mavic Air it would try to land but none of that with the mini 3 pro

[@TedNemeth]

wow you have 3 great drones there. When you say “very low” over water……how low are you talking? ….like 3 feet?

[@Boz1211111]

Yeah anxiety wont go away because its not possible to comply law in my country. Sad. Wish i was living somwhere else

[@jamesss1953]

When I’m out hand holding my camera I’m ok with ‘watchers’ but when using a tripod and taking a bit more time I’m not so good 😮 I only fly my drone in remote locations and generally don’t have anyone around; but on the odd occasion there is the occasional person passing / or accompanying me it’s the same I’m not good. Hence I’m a lone walker in remote places.

[@whotshisface]

Hey Dave, look at that guy with a tripod making a vid. Thinks he's a professional. Don't think I'd ever get over that self conscious paranoia. Back to the shadows😂

[@jamesss1953]

@@whotshisface it’s more of reduced concentration for me;

[@whotshisface]

@@jamesss1953 er yeah. That's what I meant. 🥷🤣

[@Xenoose7041]

Is that true? solar storm is coming next year. I heard internet, gps radio will be interference meaning we can't fly drone

[@Ozkar2023]

I messed up my drone hobby by getting the holystone 720g it started toilet bowling after calibration then I notice when I spin on the axis left joystick to one direction it drift the opposite direction ,then once I start going up is ok because it's held by the GPS so it's steady but once I start moving few times it went out of control going full speed left and backwards making me crash into trees and buildings, I noticed that it might be wifi interference because In The park it behaves but still the spinning makes it drift instead of spinning on the spot , sometimes it won't turn off the rear propellers when landed ...so now I'm afraid of flying , the method now is go up trusting the gps, record video and come down , if it goes out of control I pressed the return home

[@ShadowBoxer]

Hi, I don’t have a drone. I am thinking of about a Mini Pro. We’ll see what number they are up to when I finally get one for travel/camping. I live in Los Angeles near enough to LAX so I still don’t want to invest in something I can’t even fly in the backyard. • In this video you said that drones can sometimes get confused and suddenly attempt a water landing. I thought back to your previous point of the drone estimating height relative to the launch point. I would guess that the launch point is higher than the water. So few meters over water is like “ground level” to the drone and it goes into landing mode? Just a guess.

[@TedNemeth]

hey buddy congrats on wanting to get into drones. You will absolutely love it. I’m working on an episode now which is kinda like a “love letter” to my little flying camera. oh man! I miss living in LA. I’m moving back at some point. Where do you go camping? up near Big Sur? or do you go east

[@stevewoodyt]

My obstacle thingy went off, showed me on the screen where it saw stuff and it just kept on going. Even if it’s working it may just want you and not try to avoid.

[@cbmirada]

I use B4UFly and UAV Forecast before each flight or in preparation for a location, DJI Fly will also tell you when you launch, but that might be too late for planning 🤔

[@Diantane]

Question for ya.... I go up to about 400 feet and get the warning that I'm aat max altitude (just like everyone else), but I can't go any further forward, because the mountain I am flying around goes up to 1,000 feet or more. Where do they get that I am 400 feet up if the ground below the drone is only 100 feet or less? Am I allowed to change the max altitude?

[@timmontano8792]

My greatest anxiety has never really been specifically like any of the ones on your list. The thing that's always created the most anxiety is having a run in with a Drone-Karen. Even worse would be a drone Karen who calls the cops and the cops that respond have little to no knowledge about the drone laws for the area they patrol SO, based on the complaining of the Karen and the fact that they're wearing police badges, they unilaterally determine that I'm the one in the wrong, in spite of the fact that I've taken all the proper steps to be out there flying legally in the first place. Full disclosure: I have never had this happen. It's just the one thing that causes me anxiety as a certified drone pilot.

[@TedNemeth]

hey Tim! I specifically talk about this in the video. If you know the laws and obey the laws…..then it’s actually a GOOD THING that Karen calls the police. And it’s even better if the police who arrive are ignorant of the laws. I say this because….as along as you’re not breaking any laws….now those police officers who were uninformed….are now informed. They learned. That is good. And that Karen….you told here you’re not breaking any laws and now she knows YOU WERE CORRECT and you’re simply a well-intentioned landscape videographer enjoying the beautiful outdoors. All this requires patience on the drone pilots part. But it’s worth it. Karen learned and the police officers now know their local drone laws.

[@chevy4x466]

If someone can educate me, I would be grateful. Looking to get my family into the drone hobby. Leaning towards a dji mini 3 or 4 bundle. Is there value from purchasing from my local hobby store, or should I just save a couple bucks and buy from Amazon?

[@TedNemeth]

hey buddy. congrats on wanting to enter the flying camera hobby. I will offer my opinion here. The huge benefit of buying from a local hobby store is you are supporting local businesses and you can build a relationship with them. Can even connect you with other drone hobbyists in the area. I feel the little bit extra money it might cost to buy local….is definitely worth all the benefits. Do you have experience with DSLR or mirrorless cameras? If this is your very first camera & first drone….AND if money is a little tight…..I would highly recommend a Mini 2 with prop guards. I own a Mini 2 and a Mini 3 Pro. Both shoot 4k 24fps video. I probably use my Mini 2 more.

[@chevy4x466]

@@TedNemeth thank you for the thought advice. Looks like the mini 2 would be a great starter. I don’t want to be too possessive with the drone, I want my kids to fly. I’ll buy the prop guards. I got the wife’s approval. Looking forward to putting a drone under the tree 🌲 this Christmas 🎅. I have no idea what mirrorless camera 📷 are, or the dlsr. Thanks for the awsome content, continued success to u sir

[@NorthsideHawk]

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[@TedNemeth]

hey brother! you’re the man. See you on Sunday. (..or i guess thats your Monday morning?)

[@saltyexxer8253]

Insert Danny DeVito "so anyway, I started shooting" meme here/

[@rcafmaintainer3723]

Even aircraft radalt is not accurate over water.

[@TedNemeth]

yup the constantly changing characteristics of water are super tricky for an algorithm to figure out