DJI Mini 3 The Ultimate Guide for Beginners - Getting Ready For First Flight

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This is my beginner's guide for the new DJI Mini 3. If you have never flown a drone before and have just received the DJI Mini 3 this guide and tutorial is a great place to start learning how to operate and fly your new drone. Learn how to fly the DJI Mini 3 and prepare for your very first flight. The DJI Mini 3 is the perfect choice for beginners and is powerful yet easy to fly. I go over many different topics and offer some tips to make sure you have an enjoyable and successful first flight with your DJI Mini 3.
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[@chiangmaicharlies]

Video tutorials don't come any better than this. Nothing showy, just clear and concise required information. Thanks so much.

[@omarpuentes4384]

Facts!

[@colincookson1022]

One of the best tutorial videos on KZbin. Clear. Nicely paced. No stupid music.

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@andreabyron21]

this is the best tutorial i’ve ever seen. i’d trust this man on anything. thanks

[@drinkmesenpai8853]

Amazing what the Mini 3 is capable of. Another hit from DJI’s mini series. Just loving the variery we get from the mavic mini series.

[@kalervohamalainen4369]

Very very good. Clear. No stupid "music".

[@adamalbright7479]

Fantastic video beginning to end. Hugely built my confidence.

[@user-cx8fh7vm6l]

Thank you so much - I feel a lot less nervous about going out today for our first flight!!

[@peterliljenberg]

One of the best tutorials I've ever seen - thank you so much for making my virgin drone flight easy, safe and fun!

[@timwells714]

Thanks for this tutorial, definitely more confident than I was beforehand. Good clear instructions for a novice beginner - me! Now to go flying.

[@Striker50_]

A humble, detailed, level-headed review I love it thanks a ton

[@QuiDocetDiscit]

Did my first flight with you! Thanks for the confidence boost. This drone blows my mind. I'm determined to become an Ace.😄👍

[@js-xn1zo]

This was the best beginner's tutorial video I could find. Very helpful, thank you.

[@MillaExplores]

Great tutorial! This was super clear and will come in handy as I'll take my Mini 3 for its first flight 🤩

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@New-Age-Videography]

Milla, I’m just looking into this hobby and came across the DJI Mini 3. Still practicing on the much smaller toy drones. As a beginner, how comfortable are these to fly? They look so much more controllable/maneuverable than the smaller toy drones I’m practicing with. Can you give me an idea of what it was like with your first flight on the Mini 3? How the flying and maneuverability was when you first started? Thank you. Neil

[@Nick-bo6rz]

Can the mini 3 show the footage on that controller as it’s flying to gain better directional control over the drone? If not is there one you can recommend to me that can around 200-300$ Ty.

[@Jimmycricket-]

​@@AirPhotographyHi, could you answer a question pls, can't seem to find anywhere. I saw the screen recordings and screenshots saved on the RC are reduced resolution . Does this increase when transfer to phone. Thanks

[@JustinRietaArts]

i got mine today. i watched many tuts. this videos answered what "they" miss. And your explaiining it on a calming voice. it helps. i subbed!!!! thanks

[@outdoortechtrekguy1029]

Of of the best tutorials I have ever seen , speed , conversation and narration all on point 👉

[@dwaindiffey6145]

That was awesome. Thanks for doing that. Need to pull the trigger on one.

[@matthewhoney362]

Thanks. One of the best help videos I have seen. Going flying for first time tomorrow.

[@richardterweele6158]

As a beginner with this new drone, this was a perfect tutorial. It explains more than i read in the books. Thank you.

[@REOrbase]

Served its purpose. Thanks for this very detailed walkthrough.

[@littlered3032]

I just bought a mini 3 Pro. This video you made was super informative and helpful. Thank you! I'll definitely be watching more!

[@tfitzgerald1023]

Excellent video! You provided all the necessary info in a methodical and easy to understand manner. Thank you!

[@dmac5x1]

Absolutely first-rate ! I've watched this twice and now I feel like Charles Lindbergh! Seriously, this is really a very good introduction to drone piloting and I'm confident enough to try my first flight. I intend to watch all of your drone videos. Thanks !

[@haguesclass2250]

Amazing tutorial. Thanks. Exactly what I'm looking for.

[@samantamonteiro8237]

Thank you so much! The tutorial was extremely helpful!

[@mattkeyes9153]

Ty so much, just watched and just did 1st flight Ty for clear , concise instructions my 1st drone . Ty again, continued success

[@kayberry6292]

Thank you Sean! I love your work - always clear, always lucid, always concise, always easy to listen to. You should be teaching online school classes for everything. Part of the secret must be your lack of ego. I don't want to look at the endless talking faces which dominate KZbin tutorials and reviews. Nor do I need song and dance or comedy routines. I just need you.

[@dylancleveland]

Just got my Mini 3 last night, charged and updated it, and about to take it for my first flight this morning. so I came back to this video and watched that last half. thanks for a great guide, man. looking forward to learning more about aerial photography and videography.

[@seedsleadership2665]

You just gave me confidence to take my DJI Mini 3 out for the first time! Thanks

[@emorybrantley1351]

Great tutorial! Just got my Mini 3 pro and this guide was awesome.

[@kenspaceman3938]

I feel I want to join in the rest of the audience and thank for this very nice editorial with a fantastic narrative and well thought out hands on lecture. I haven’t done any research and read on, but I’m pretty sure this is Zollotech, who also makes the most well prepared and carried out reviews on iiPhones. I love it! Greetings from Finland!🇫🇮

[@fishguy5825]

Mini 3 with that DJI RC, dream combo for me!

[@davypeugeot]

Best video I have seen to completely explain the drone. I've looked at MANY MANY videos and this is the one ,the only one that I'm comfortable enough to fly. I've just bought this drone with the screen control,it's on charge at moment. Will follow your steps to my first nervous flight 😁😁. Thank you so much. From south east Ireland

[@johnlavinrealestate-30area97]

Extremely insightful and thorough. Thank you!

[@playerpf1774]

Hey bro i love your videos. I watched your tutorial about the mini SE and then a couples days later i got it with my pocket money! Your videos are so helpfull and fun to watch. Thanks Bro seriously keep it up!😃

[@ColinVanDerSar1]

Thanks for the clear explanation! I can’t wait to receive it and start with it and make some awesome content..

[@serdarkaradayi]

Fantastic tutorial! Thank you 👏

[@Sendu7]

Thank you. This was an efficient way to learn before the flight.

[@harddriveproductions6940]

I fly my old DJI Phantom 3. I bought a new mini 3 and its a great video to just see the small changes made for the newer units. Thanks a lot

[@gordonduke7174]

Thank you, Thank you. Thank you. You made my day !

[@yanbramwell6827]

Brilliant, a lot clearer explanation than the DJI tutorial 😊

[@dariushunt3827]

Awesome tutorial... Im off for my 1st flight now! Definitely more knowledgeable and confident thanks to this. Much appreciated

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Best of luck! That’ll be me in free days off the rain and wind give me a chance to get mine into the air.

[@chrisosborne4280]

Brilliant, that's a great help to get me started. Thank you.

[@steelmage830]

Fantastic video. I just bought a Mini Pro and am apprehensive about flying it the first time. Your video definitely put me a lot more at ease. Thanks !!

[@gamegoof]

Just dont complacent with flying it. Today on a job I hit some leaves in a tree with a mini1. It dropped 10 feet to the ground. I thought it was ok so I took it up again and it just took off vertically until it lost connection then dropped 600 feet and crashed. Now Im looking at a new one...

[@paullawrence8572]

I've said it before you are a top guy so clear & precise!! Brilliant thank you!!👌👌👌

[@eus9]

A brilliant video, thanks so much. Just received one as a birthday gift and this helps a lot! 😊

[@SoulD_Art]

Your voice is very calming, clear and easy to follow. Thank you

[@WhatsaBirdieGolf]

Great intro to the mini 3 especially for newcomers. I just got mine today and this was very helpful, thank you 👍

[@jamesjordan7640]

Thanks alot this is a great video for begginers

[@ilianahernandez9473]

Thank you so much for the detailed and highly informative video you have shared with us. The Best!!!

[@carlupthegrove262]

Well done... your pace is perfect and you cover everything at just the right level. I'm a new owner and a new drone pilot so this is super helpful.

[@AirPhotography]

Wow, thanks!

[@MauroGestoso]

Great video, we just got one and this is exactly what I needed to start learning to fly it with a bit more confidence.

[@AirPhotography]

Glad I could help

[@amg_4u]

Thankyou kind sir! Good content

[@mp15a]

Great Job Brother! Two Thumbs WAY Up! Thanks!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Perfect Shawn! Great minds think alike. 🙂 Well done!

[@bluelightuniverse1076]

What an excellent video tutorial. Straight to the point. Thank You.

[@snowdiann]

This was helpful. Thank you.

[@wesroddy3254]

Thanks a million for this video. Just flew my first ever drone (Mini 3) of my re-roof project at home. Of course I found your video afterwards, but will be sure to watch this again and the others you made for the Mini 3. Thanks again.

[@AirPhotography]

Awesome I’m glad you enjoyed it. Enjoy your new drone. 🙂

[@plusign]

Exactly what I was looking for, clear, concise and excellently executed 👏 Thank you!

[@racerroy1]

Excelent tutorial, thanks for sharing your experience.

[@ashokhalwai855]

It's great to see you and your explanation of DJI is very helpful... Thanks🎉

[@vavo4902]

Big thank you for posting this! Very well paced and thoughtfully presented.

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@streetpolice2433]

Exactly what I've been looking for 😊

[@jayjeffery-uh2rh]

This was the best tutorial ever…spot on! Thank you!

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much

[@lukehayes9494]

Such a helpful account to follow! Thanks so much, I’ve got myself a new DJI mini 3 today. Haven’t yet flown it but I’m watching your videos before I head out for the first time tomorrow! THANKS! 🎉

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Lucas_D79]

Excellent tutorial. Can't wait to get my drone

[@MavericksDrone]

I'm still learning how to edit with the aim of achieving a decent result, perseverance conquers! Thanks for the video!

[@c_addyaaron888]

Thank you brother! Awesome video. This is my first drone and haven’t even flown it yet. But now I feel more comfortable to give it a try now.

[@GastonMaqueda]

Thank you I have my new drone today and this is very helpful

[@unstablewindz9462]

You're the only one that has said anything regarding the batteries affecting the weight . I'm sure most that have the 3 aren't aware of that . Thank you !

[@lumanaughty1025]

Awesome video! I just got my drone tonight, I can’t wait to take it out in the morning 😊

[@joeyjojo5]

This was very helpful, thanks for posting. I now have the confidence for my first flight!

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dingbat19]

Thank you so much for taking the time to put this together it is super useful for me as I just won a DJI Mini 3 Fly More package and its my first drone ever. Can I ask - any recommendations on brand, size and spec of memory card - I saw in the vid you suggested 128GB minimum and sandisc but what about U rating and read/write speeds?

[@ThatGuy-gm9xc]

absolutely awesome!!!! several helpful hints that weren't included in the operating instructions... would have taken me several attempts and possibly a crash or 2 to learn them... thanx so much!!!

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much

[@Dorff_Meister]

Helpful, thanks! I just got my first drone, the Mini 3 Pro. I've done my TRUST and registration. I'm excited to start practicing.

[@user-kn6xz3mq5e]

What a great tutorial! Thank you!!

[@douggould3541]

Really appreciate this. Got the Mini 3 as a gift and while excited, and nervous, too. Your videos are a huge help.

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much

[@EmmetGrogan]

Great tutorial. It gave me more confidence to take my first flight. I went to the exact same location London Ontario . Thanks for your efforts.

[@bigbinhous]

Wow, completely impressed with this unit and the way you gave the tutorial!

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you

[@rainforest_eye]

On point! Thanks for the tutorial!

[@AllRoundDefence610]

The best DJI mini 3 tutorial I've watched! Thank you. I'm subscribed :)

[@HaiHuynh-ww4ym]

THANKS for teaching you are awesome .

[@peddin420]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you for being so in depth.

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Zalefly]

Very helpful and informative! I just subscribed to your channel.

[@asabretonic9816]

wow beautiful tutorial....appreciated brother.

[@darrenburrows-taurus]

This is terrific - very well explained and I'll be taking my maiden flight tomorrow!

[@windsurfredbull1111]

Great job my friend. This will help get me started.

[@tequila4me]

Wow!!! Excellent.....I appreciate the time and expertise you share with us...Thank you!

[@AirPhotography]

My pleasure!

[@jonathanschrire7851]

Wonderful tutorial! I tried several and found this way the best. Thank you so much from South Africa!

[@AirPhotography]

Thank you very much. I really appreciate that.

[@donnyboy1972]

Really informative and helpful video. I've ordered the dji mini 3 with rc controller and really looking forward to gently getting back into the drone hobby, it's been that long since I flew one the last one I owned was the dji phantom 3, before that was the parrot. Thanks for the info.

[@destinationdiaries1521]

Great video! Thank you for this!

[@AdamJonMusic]

Excellent tutorial. Straight to the point and very informative

[@Sleeperdude]

Very helpful thank you

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@spikevball1]

Great video, thank you for sharing this. Super concise and clear. Would have liked to see landing and how to shut it off once landed, but great work!!

[@AirPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it! And good point I’ll make sure and include that next time I make one for other drones

[@didar-lx9ie]

What a great video many thanks 🙏

[@truedesireelements2040]

Thanks so much... I truly appreciate everything you shared.

[@AirPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidstadille793]

Because of this high quality tutorial I have decided to purchase a Mini 3. Thank you for taking the time to make this. I'm going to use a Mini 3 to photo document the remains of an old bridge just outside of my home town of Salinas. We have 8,500 members on our local history page on FB and I think they will just love to see this.

[@AirPhotography]

That sounds like a great way to use this technology documenting historical sites in points of interest. I’m glad you enjoyed my video. It’s always great to hear.

[@martinadams5893]

Thank you very much for this, not yet purchased a drone, you have got rid of a lot of my scares about using the drone and the difference in the two controllers.

[@user-vo5bq8kr2h]

Excellent video. I tried following the tutorial on the DJI site but this was far easier than reading subtitles. Thank you

[@AirPhotography]

Great to hear!

[@m.t.bussell539]

Great Tutorial. Right to the point. Super. Just subscribed!

[@eddieromero7748]

thank you buddy I appreciate you. for this video

[@AirPhotography]

Glad to help