DJI Mini SE Beginner's Guide | Your First Drone Flight

[@uavcoach]

Wow, 100,000+ views on this video! Thank you for all the positive comments.

[@inquisitvem6723]

I hope youtube paid you well for this vid of 169k views

[@Bstallday89]

Can’t wait to learn how to use the camera!

[@Fatamus]

Thankx My First drone... having fun

[@cruikshank]

Thanks for producing this. I’m very new to drones and picked up a good used Mini SE. Haven’t flown yet. This is very helpful.

[@uavcoach]

That's great to hear! Good luck with flying!

[@kuyaalfredstv8938]

I just got my new DGI MINI SE earlier today & have’nt unboxed yet haha need to review some videos b4 i,m going to touch since it,s my first time having a drone

[@uavcoach]

Blue skies and safe flying to you!

[@davidmcpherson7451]

Same for me!

[@winniewingnut2169]

You should have not opened it and returned it and bought the mini 2 My se has almost zero range Where there are buildings And it also has no zoom I had the se 4 days Used 2 times and bought mini 2

[@chelbella2131]

I love it and so interesting,thank you for sharing

[@petogrejtak1966]

thank you

[@joewhite5149]

My drone arrived today these videos are great for a first timer, thanks!

[@uavcoach]

Great to hear! Wishing you blue skies & safe flying!

[@paulroberts3186]

Very informative. Thank you..

[@uavcoach]

Glad it was helpful, Paul!

[@liamrojo3660]

I got my DJI mini SE for Christmas and bro it is cool man. Love it. The best mode on it is s mode. Which is sport mode

[@uavcoach]

Ha! I love turning on sport mode to zip around with family and friends :) Congrats on your new drone, someone was a good boy this year.

[@Dontavious1072]

Me too I got it on Christmas it’s a amazing drone

[@lienchen12]

thanks for this tutorial video

[@uavcoach]

You are most welcome, Lien.

[@scottdolingo575]

Just watched first 2 videos about to go for first test flight fingers crossed

[@uavcoach]

Yahoo! How'd your first flight go?

[@scottdolingo575]

First fight went great so easy to control thanks to your tips , thanks heaps

[@angelsfishies7774]

I got this last night ty

[@uavcoach]

Nice how did first flight go?!

[@michaeldique]

Very helpful videos! Charging my 3 batteries now, and looking forward to trying out my new drone tomorrow!

[@uavcoach]

Have fun! Wishing you blue skies & safe flying :)

[@splitenz1770]

These are excellent videos. I have been flying drones for many years but I am just jumping back in after a couple of years break. I will get the SE and maybe upgrade to the mini 3 if it gets released. I found the unboxing and this video really informative as a refresher. Clear and concise.

[@uavcoach]

Thank you for taking the time to comment and glad you're finding these videos helpful.

[@BanzGz205]

Much better tutorial then the other ones nice and short video simple instructions other video 30 min mucking around

[@uavcoach]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comment! Blue skies and safe flying!

[@filmemacher9876]

Best tutorial on KZbin it’s coming up from you. Best regard’s from 🇩🇪👋

[@uavcoach]

THANK YOU!

[@DeShonFaNaKa]

Great video. Thanks

[@uavcoach]

Glad you liked it!

[@MotivationalSpeachPoems]

Love you so much man idk how to fly one I’m getting one is so cool Navigation, hover, RTH and more mini drone so good it’s $460 at Jb Hi fi

[@flaviusoxford]

Thank you! Very helpful and well done. I hope that you and your loved ones are safe and well

[@danielperdomo952]

Great video, thanks!

[@uavcoach]

Glad you liked it, Daniel. Thanks for the comment!

[@corlissmedia2.0]

So here's a question from a brand new subscriber: What is that monitor you have under the controller?

[@skylerdee4983]

Thank you

[@uavcoach]

No problem!

[@fabiano6408]

10 out of 10, even a child could learn with you....great edition and explanations. Subscribed faster than the light speed.

[@uavcoach]

Thanks and welcome!

[@dalecrawford7070]

Great videos and very informative. Could I ask what tablet you use in this video it seems larger than a mobile phone and much better. Thanks

[@uavcoach]

Hi Dale, thanks for reaching out. It's an iPad mini - fits snuggly into the remote control!

[@villageidiot87]

You sound like a middle school educational video speaker but you've actually taught me so much gosh darn it thank you man maybe I should have listened more to my videos in school lol

[@genehansen6326]

Just got my mini se today in process of charging and updating for first flight tommorrow, this is one of many videos i watched to familiarize myself with first flight. Video is top notch thanks!

[@mikeyoung3391]

I watched several UAV Coach videos, found great information on them and subscribed immediately. I have been looking through your library but have not found anything on the equipment that you use. Specifically the very large phone and longer cable. I have a sight issue and cant see small text well. this looks as though it would help with out having to constantly move reading glasses to view the screen and remove to view the drone. It there an equipment video or description somewhere where you list this or discuss this?

[@uavcoach]

Hi Mike, not a specific video to point you to, but a great question and something hopefully we can help you with. What drone are you flying? I can recommend some specific options.

[@blairguinea6811]

Thanks Ken..........great tutorial, got a mini se today, love it....................so checking you tube while I am not flying

[@radoslav.skrutek]

Thank you 🇸🇰

[@cyberfox981]

Warning for everyone who think about buying DJI drones. There is a lot of hidden traps before you actualy can fly... First at all you need to "activate" your drone trought DJI fly app, so if you are somewhere without good internet connection your drone will stay down. Furthermore there is big list of mobile phones and tablets on which DJI FLY not working, and last but not mean least, every time when you upload firmware manufacturer probablly take all your flying data and you get new firmware with all sorts of possible glitches and bugs which can make your drone fly very unpredictable. If you know how to hack all of this crap do it, if not find some cheaper and less "smart" option.

[@phrankdatank]

What screen is that and the cable?

[@uavcoach]

Hey Frank, it's just my phone being used, with the cable that comes with the drone. More info on the set-up in this other video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/op28gH2ko6uAY9E

[@ghallak1]

That looks like it may be the iPad mini with a longer micro usb to lightening cable since the one that comes in the box is short.

[@e17th_]

Thanks so much for the video homie!

[@uavcoach]

Any time!

[@MrKingithy]

Hi, I have my first drone on the way and your videos have been so helpful! I was wondering if you had any videos or could do any videos on how to avoid or how to get out of sticky situations? For example if you're flying and all of a sudden, the wind gets bad, how to return to home safely? Or what if the ground beneath you has become wet, can you land it safely in your hand? I'm hoping to fly this on some cliff tops for some ocean and climbing videos, do you have any advice? Cheers!

[@uavcoach]

Ooh, fun idea. Thanks for your comment. Re: the cliff-top flying, definitely be mindful of much stronger winds. I was on a cliff flying over the ocean once, and the wind was so powerful I couldn't bring the drone back at my altitude of 150-200 ft. over the ocean. So I had to drop the drone down to 15-20 ft and was able to get back to the cliff that way. Footage was worth the scare!

[@S-O-T]

This is a brilliant video 😎 drone is arriving tomorrow 😃 Can battery be replaced So I could have a spare one? Subscribed

[@uavcoach]

Thank you! Yes, you can purchase an extra battery.

[@MrGunturkilat]

can this drone retun to home automatically?

[@uavcoach]

Yes, the DJI Mini SE has a return to home function.

[@allaboutmydogs430]

Do you have a link for that extension cable? Is it usb type c to your tablet?

[@sumayelislam8993]

I love drone,but i have not money😔😔

[@nhlakadaartist]

wow nice review...now I want one😁😁

[@NOTQUITTINGANYTIMESOON]

hi what if your not soo gentle will the drone be a little sensitive?

[@charityrsimmons]

I just invested in this drone and this video is so helpful! Thank you! Great video!

[@uavcoach]

Glad it was helpful, Charity! We love playing with ours.

[@juanandrespaoletta1434]

Hi, I have the DJI MINI SE and a few weeks ago it gives me an error and it won't let me take it off, it says "It can't take off (Code: 30226)". Someone did the same? I can't fix it.

[@uavcoach]

Hi Juan, thanks for your comment. Did you have a rough landing? Are the propellers installed correctly? Could be a few issues, I'd recommend reaching out to DJI support directly - www.dji.com/support

[@andysdroneempire1942]

Nice video question does the mini se controller have a USB A port on it.

[@uavcoach]

No, it has a USB-C.

[@almaclang]

Thank you for sharing this great video tutorial... Subscribed. Like and click the Notification Bell.

[@gravity5558]

I’m getting one of these soon and I’m scared lol. This helped a lot though!

[@tommyjordan854]

What's the true FR/FT on the mini you got? It's my next one to get, but I heard it was a superb drone for 300 bucks with a great camera. Is that true? Because if not I'm not buying it.

[@uavcoach]

Hi Tommy, sorry not understanding what FR/FT means? We are enjoying this drone thoroughly! The Mini 3 should come out in a few weeks, so maybe wait until that to better understand how the different Mini models stack up.

[@02CARD]

Just bought one. thanks this will help

[@uavcoach]

Awesome!

[@corporalmixvlog2503]

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[@bigedkc]

I love your vids I can't wait to get mine in the air thanks for doing what you do for free once I get mine going I will pay for your course I can't wait to fly.... Thanx for what you do

[@uavcoach]

Edward, we appreciate your support! Thanks for taking the time to comment. Wishing you blue skies & safe flying!

[@bigedkc]

@@uavcoach I just got the mini 2 I was having problems with the mini se I'm going to practice this weekend using one of your training vids

[@EmilioExploring]

I shoot videos in Washington and was thinking about getting this drone but was wondering if the weight changes any regulations or if that's kinda a misconception?

[@uavcoach]

Hey Emilio, great question. It depends if you are shooting videos for recreational or non-recreational purposes. If recreational only, then you wouldn't technically need to register this model with the FAA. If you're flying for non-recreational / commercial purposes, then regardless of the weight you would need to 1) register your drone (instructions in this other video we put together - kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4uuo5SQmZtlmZI) and 2) get your drone pilot license from the FAA (more information on that process over here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnmaiXmZhNZqmrs). I hope this helps!

[@EmilioExploring]

@@uavcoach It did thanks for all the info. Looks like im getting my license :)

[@uavcoach]

@@EmilioExploring Yahoo! Happy studying :)

[@aloktechie7981]

Got this drone in South Africa and here are key points based on our 20th Flight 1. Flight time between 20-25 minutes 2. Its very good to resist wind and remain stable 3. Camera is decent and Video quality and photos are decent for 12MG 4. Flight is good for this Drone with different flight Modes 5. It works well with Iphone over other phones

[@uavcoach]

Thanks for your comment, Alok!

[@aloktechie7981]

@@uavcoach Thank you Sir

[@hikingisnotwalking]

Your videos are absolutely brilliant - all killer no filler

[@uavcoach]

That's what we're going for! Too much fluff out there :)

[@rockoneal7621]

Ken great Mini SE series you have started. I am a beginner. I'm basically a Wanna Be pilot since my childhood. This is my first serious drone. It is on order. I have flight experience over the years including training in certified fixed wing aircraft and hours years ago in FAA Part 107 Ultralight fixed wing in the USA and more recently powered paraglider aircraft in Europe. :)) I am waiting to see if the Drone will satisfy my itch to fly more. Thank you for this series. Question. I understand this drone is under 250 grams. Therefor, it does not have to be registered. Correct? But, do I need to do the Part 107 test before I can fly legally?? Your videos are very helpful! Question. Do you ever use a Tablet instead of a phone? Happy Holidays! Best Regards, Rock

[@uavcoach]

Congrats on your purchase, Rock! Powered paragliding has been on my list of things to try :) You are correct that if you are simply flying for recreational purposes, this model does not need to be registered. But you'll want to go through the FAA's free (and quick!) TRUST training: uavcoach.com/faa-recreational-drone-training/ - if you plan to fly for non-recreational purposes, then you can go through the Part 107 certification process. And yes, I do like the larger screen size of a tablet, but with this remote control it requires an adaptor since a tablet is a little too big for the native controller. So most of the time, I like to travel light and am used to the phone screen. Hope this helps and please stay in touch with questions as you begin flying!

[@rockoneal7621]

@@uavcoach I am seeing so much negative videos about FAA rules, local ordinances and disgruntled people hostile to drone pilots, I am hesitant to even open the box on my new Mini SE. I have PIE Class D airspace here at home. I have Albert Whitted Airport near in St. Petersburg. 27 municipalities here in our county with small police departments. Should I even start this hobby? If you were living in my area as a new hobbyist, would you open the box?

[@uavcoach]

@@rockoneal7621 Would need to know your exact address to double-check the airspace. If you're unable to get authorization through LAANC to fly at your own house (which is always annoying!), I'm sure there's some kind of local park or field or parking lot where you can fly! Shoot us an email at support (at) dronepilotgroundschool (dot) com with your address and we can double-check the rules for you.

[@rockoneal7621]

@@uavcoach Hi Coach. I have checked with two apps. Also, I had a Piper Lance at PIE for years. My home is in Class D. I am sure. On your website you point out two parks outside of controlled airspace as the best places near me to fly, Sunset Park in St. Pete and Fort De Soto Park. Great locations if still legal. Before flying there, I would double check the local ordinances, county and state rules. Some advise to avoid run ins with other citizens, prepare, fly and leave quickly. So, is drone flying like flying the Lance for an hour? It feels like I will spend more time preparing for the drone flight, traveling, shutting down completely and traveling home than flying. Is that the way it is? Just asking. I am happy for all the drone pilot who live in less congested areas. I can see they smile. :) Thank you again. You are really helpful to us as beginners. Best regards, R

[@mjw021269]

Hi UAV Coach. Great video. What screen/ device are you using with the flight controller? Thanks.

[@terrystevens8890]

I realize this is an older video but I was curious if you remember what phone or pad you used for this video. I love the larger size screen compared to my iPhone. Thanks for any info. Your videos are very instructional. Thanks.

[@jasontaylor9871]

What tablet are you using?

[@uavcoach]

Hi Jason, it's an iPad Mini! Multiple models work with the Mini SE, but anything larger than a Mini needs an additional accessory to make the larger screen fit the controller. The size of the iPad Mini fits perfectly in the remote control.

[@arnewissum7406]

Hey UAV Coach Can I ask, what is it for a phone / display you are useing with your Mini SE??

[@miguelprera2670]

Excellent video, it helped me today as I flew for the first time my drone! Where did you buy the cable that connects the Remote to the phone? The ones that come with the drone is short and does not fit my iPhone with the case attached. Thanks!

[@uavcoach]

Hi Miguel, thanks for your question! Yes, there are a few options on Amazon, here's one >> amzn.to/3OogRcA

[@MrJimmyzi]

Excellent. You rock

[@uavcoach]

Thanks, you too Jimmy!

[@jorritbouw1658]

Can you also switch the controls?

[@uavcoach]

Yep! You can fly Mode 1 or Mode 2.

[@Back-upAcc-yq1ge]

Wow 1999,55000+views thank you for this video

[@dronegunlukleri624]

Değerli bilgilendirmeler için sonsuz teşekkürler :)

[@uavcoach]

Sorun değil, izlediğiniz için teşekkürler!

[@MaheshSubramaniang]

Thanks for the easy simple tutorial... For a minute I thought it was the Undertaker teaching to fly drones.

[@uavcoach]

HAHA, thanks for the laugh Mahesh

[@mr.mosey7585]

Love this little drone man i been flying it at work too.

[@uavcoach]

Nice! What kind of work are you doing with it?

[@mr.mosey7585]

Just recreational practicing so far..i got really good at it ..this little guy has been dependable

[@ConcreteBackyardFilms]

I have the dji mini se I just purchased and was wondering exactly what landing pad do I get for it? Thank you & great video. Very helpful being my 1st time purchasing a drone.

[@uavcoach]

There are many cheap landing pads on Amazon! You can't go wrong, they are all pretty similar. Because the Mini SE is so small, you don't need a big one. I'd get the smallest size you can.

[@ConcreteBackyardFilms]

@@uavcoachthank you so much for replying back. You're the best!

[@ronayles9050]

where can a person like me find these check lists to print out thanks, great videos..

[@BLZ-bh8yk]

How would the drone sound if it was 2 or 3 meters above me or far away from me?

[@Osobear14]

Is the camera always wobbly when you take off the cover?

[@mertisik2543]

This was a really helpful guide that covered everything! Thank you so much for being so calm and telling it like you would to Bilal!

[@captainrad_]

Very well explained! Thank you!

[@uavcoach]

You're very welcome!

[@davesi56]

What are you using instead of a phone?

[@uavcoach]

I'm using an iPad mini in these videos.

[@davesi56]

@@uavcoach thank you!

[@treynolds94]

Just got mine the other day absolutely amazing. Flying around my neighborhood. Was stupid the other night during very windy 100% cloud coverage went up to 450ft started only with an 85%. Got rth warning but was unable to fight the wind was going further away. Lowered it and slowly made my way but wasnt able to make it. Got it landed about 5 houses down on the sidewalk. Felt so dumb. Defs learned my lesson.

[@uavcoach]

Haha yeah different weather can definitely making for some interesting flying experiences. Glad everything turned out all right!

[@treynolds94]

@@uavcoach the only reason I was so high was because we only have a small municiple airport about 15kms from my place that really does VFR only restriction is 5.5km radius around the airport. Checked flight radar absolutely nothing. Also flight traffic has a restricted minimal of 2000ft when flying over the city due to radio towers over 1000ft. Sitting in my backyard in a subdivision with many houses trees and larger 7 plus story buildings 5 and more blockes away I am still able to make it close to 2kms from my place. Still get alittle sketchy when low single over the lake 2kms from my house and cuts out. But I gaining more trust that It will come back also at that point I turn around by the gps if frozen and make my way back until single come back and I can actually see what I am doing again lol.

[@GazianoOutdoors]

Really good video, nice one 👍

[@uavcoach]

Thank you! 👍

[@jasonpundek6358]

Just got my mini 2SE today. Your vid is so informative. Tq very much😊

[@uavcoach]

Glad you found it helpful! Good luck and have fun!

[@MrWilTV]

Thanks for this video

[@bnonetkhabour1809]

IS THE MAVIC MINI SE BATTERIES ARE SAME MINI 2/SE BATTERY

[@uavcoach]

No, sadly the Mavic Mini batteries are not compatible with the DJI Mini 2.

[@Recroomsniperpro]

Crashed it 2 times It’s still works

[@uavcoach]

A durable bird!

[@cuzzy8355]

How did you crashed it 2 times? is it the drones fault or ur fault as a pilot?

[@petropete3122]

I will be ordering the SE in a few days. This vid is an excellent tutorial. Thanks for sharing. 🤙🏻

[@uavcoach]

Glad it was helpful, Pete! Thanks for the comment :)

[@petropete3122]

@@uavcoach just ordered the mini se 🤩

[@uavcoach]

@@petropete3122 Boom! 👊👊👊

[@Wilted_Brainz]

Thank you. I would like to see more on this series, with this drone.

[@uavcoach]

More to come!

[@streamsofconsciousness8651]

DJI mini 3 flight training

[@dearchery4149]

Why do they classify this drone as a beginner drone?

[@uavcoach]

price point & approachability / ease of software and settings

[@SydneyDailyLife]

Fantastic landscape shots please add me

[@reynaldofelizarta5550]

Ty coach new subcriber

[@uavcoach]

Welcome, Reynaldo! Thanks for the comment :)

[@coldmanspence3731]

I just bought this, and I can’t figure out how to record with sound. Is it a setting?

[@uavcoach]

This drone model does not have a built-in microphone.

[@chookchack]

Fix out of focus

[@officialtopictalk]

WHAT APP IS USED TO FLY THE DJI MINI SE

[@uavcoach]

It's the DJI Fly app

[@officialtopictalk]

@@uavcoach yes mate thank you just installed now to try and fly it and get used to operating it

[@luvluvclaniT25-furbabe]

this great i learn a lot

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

Being new in the game this video is appreciated.

[@uavcoach]

That's great, we're glad you enjoyed it! Any other videos you want us to make?

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

@@uavcoach I'll see what comes up after getting started.

[@livingonedgeslots]

it talks ??????

[@melvinescajed4404]

I want won

[@andrianosmalls]

Amazinh

[@uavcoach]

Thank you, Stefano!

[@lbsws405able]

I've bought my first drone. And don't have clue on how to get start operating it. Do I have to download an app to use my dji se? And if so which would you recommend for me to get started? . Thanks in advance.

[@SR_PRODUCTIONS]

Did you take the TRUST course yet. Also need the b4ufly app

[@uavcoach]

Yes, download the DJI Fly app and make sure to go through the FAA's recreational flyer (TRUST) training. We are an approved provider. It takes about 20 minutes, very easy! More info here - uavcoach.com/faa-recreational-drone-training/

[@schonbuchgams]

Nice Video Thank You 👍 and a New Abonnent, grüße Michael

[@uavcoach]

Many thanks!

[@schonbuchgams]

@@uavcoach Gerne 👍

[@Anula.....81]

👍👍

[@uavcoach]

😁😁

[@bangwan9031]

Mntap drone.kapan pnya drone ky gtu ..salam bang dari Indonesia 🇲🇨🇲🇨🇲🇨

[@karamdeepsingh8545]

search it up and buy it from the DJI website

[@bangwan9031]

@@karamdeepsingh8545 sya memimpikan Drono itu tapi d Indonesia mahal sekali