DJI Air 3 - First Flight - Send It at The Snake River Canyon

[@jeffvoigt3501]

Great content Marcus. Very nearly a Mavic 3?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Wow! Thank you, Jeff. You're right, very nearly.

[@bobwhitewo3b]

Very nice first flight Marcus. Thanks for sharing your flight.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Bob! It was great fun!

[@Emdrone1]

What a beautiful place to fly!! great video Marcus!!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so much Mark! I appreciate the visit!

[@Alan316100]

Really enjoyed watching this one Marcus, thank you 🙂

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for stopping by Julius!

[@sudburydrone466]

👍👍✌️Those darn SD cards I’ve been stung with a few of those in the past. Very crisp video

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I reformatted it on my computer, we'll see if that works.

[@robertbdrone6835]

I’m so happy that you got your hands on the new Drone can’t wait to see all the videos so as you always say, let’s get that bird in the air

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Robert!! This one is a winner!

[@moemaster1966]

Great video,I always enjoy watching your flights over the canyon

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad to hear it Jimi! Thank you!

[@vashahunt2077]

What a beautiful scene. Really gives you a lot of opportunities for drone video!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, it's a great place to fly!

[@Blueskyver]

Stunning 1st flight over the Canyon, Marcus. Lovely quad. Enjoyed watching. Thank you!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching Thanos!

[@olavlysakerrud1680]

The perfect place to fly your drones ! Happy flying with your new drone 😀

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! It is a fun drone! 🙂

[@George71964]

Your comments about the heat and bright sun on the controller screen gives me the idea of rigging an umbrella on a tripod to get out of the direct sunlight.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's a great idea!

[@BillTheDroneReviewer]

Well done Marcus ! The DJI Air 3 is a real winner !

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Bill! I so agree!

[@A.P.N-Drone]

Great video Happy flying with Air 3 👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! This is a fun one! 👍

[@DroneViewsMedia]

You know I love your flights down the canyon, man it's beautiful. I will have to visit there whenever I get over to the states. As regards the Air 3 ..... typical DJI, they always knock it out of the park!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Alan! I'm sure you would get some amazing video of the canyon. 🙂

[@oitseric]

Great video!!! Thanks for the info on the Air 3 . I should get mine 8n a few days.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Enjoy that new drone! It's a good one!

[@jimanderson4865]

Hi Marcus....The canyon is always a winner to photograph. Looks like the Air 3 did great. Looking forward to more video. When I was out there a yr ago. I understand the bothersome flies and the heat. Thanks for your efforts.......👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Jim! Those flies hit you just when you're making a critical maneuver with the drone. 🤣

[@komntator]

Breathtaking scenery. Thanks for sharing.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@CarryTheTruth]

A phenomenal first flight of that DJI Air 3! Makes me wanna sell off my Mini2 and Mini 3 Pro and get this Bad Boy!!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! DJI gave us a good one! 🙂

[@thedroneguy42]

Great flight Marcus

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you!

[@captraykelly]

Another awesome Snake River Canyon flight. Congratulations on your Air 3. No doubt it is an amazing drone! Kudos Marcus!!!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Capt. Ray! It was a joy to fly! 🙂

[@Blace5]

Marcus love your videos!! I would love to drone there. The Air3 looks like the King so far!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so much! The Air 3 is indeed a winner!

[@PeteCattell]

I love when you go down into the canyon. It’s a beautiful location, and an impressive drone. Another entertaining video Marcus … great job 😊

[@BASSstarlet]

Thats what she said :P

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! It is fun flying at negative altitude! 😀

[@BAMDrones-MichaelBelshe]

Awesome flight Marcus! You have one of the best places to fly! Looks like the Air 3 performs amazing! Congratulations! Thanks for sharing!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Michael! I'm enjoying the Air 3!

[@JohnCuppi]

The camera looks really nice! 👍 Stay safe out in that heat out there!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you John! Will do!

[@jeromerobinson7064]

Nice flight Marcus.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Jerome! I appreciate it!

[@jeromerobinson7064]

@IdahoQuadcopter I will be getting my air 3 next week so I will be in the club.

[@MrRaymond1021]

This place is really impressive to fly. Thanks for sharing Marcus. 👍👍👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It is absolutely my pleasure! Thank you!

[@bzdragon1969]

Great video Marcus.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you very much!

[@mr.boutdoorsmisadventures7464]

Great Video of first Flight! Looking forward to getting my Hands on one of those!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The Air 3 is a winner! 🙂

[@Jhorne84]

Hello there Marcus! Once again, another spectacular flight across Snake River! My Air 3 should be here Tuesday and it’s upsetting I live so far from Idaho as I say dream about flying there all the time 😂😂

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! We've got some great places to fly here. 🙂

[@dronejourneynz]

Never get tired of seeing Snake River Canyon, this location and channel was a key factor that got me into drones in the first place. It's a location on my bucket list. What a lovely bird the Air 3 appears to be.... DJI are going to bankrupt me 😂

[@TaniaGail]

It is my happy place! I'm there more often than I film.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Oh yes, DJI gets a ton of money out of me. 🙂

[@TeeEmmCee]

Very impressive flight, Marcus. That new bird is looking pretty darned good! Thank you for bringing it to us. Regards. //Tom

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm thinking it's a good one Tom! Thank you!

[@rpguy4]

Great flight ! Fantastic camera on this drone. BTW - the original DJI RC screen gets very hot as well, without a fan. Enjoyed the video. Thank you

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Yeah, it was blazing hot! 🙂

[@niveknilknarf9015]

This is incredibly good footage from the DJI Air 3! I am very impressed to say the least!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Kev!! This may be the best all-around camera drone ever.

[@sgtroc4699]

Thank you Marcus for the 1st flight video! Especially in that heat. Very nice footage, Great to see it fly. As always, Good job 👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad you enjoyed it; it was hot out there. Thank you!

[@philhechle5175]

What a great place to test a drone like the Air 3. Amazing piece of tech. We really are living in the future. Really appreciate you making these videos. Great video Marcus.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, we are Phil! These DJI drones are amazing!

[@UKBUBBLERS]

Great video Marcus I'm getting drawn in to buying one now but I will wait for more of your reviews on this...its a shame you forgot to record at the end especially when you was doing your reveal but I guessed your excused as you had a busy weekend and you was melting out the 😂...until next time my friend 😁👍👌🇬🇧

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It was so damn hot! You're right, I was thinking about getting back in my truck, and switching on the air con. 🤣

[@HikeFly22]

Very nice flight.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Many thanks!

[@usadroneflyer]

Been HOT here to.. Expecting temps 98F-101F coming Wednesday-Saturday with 60+% humidity. That's hot! Great Flight... Thanks for sharing!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Capt. Joe. Yes, the heat is really something. I'm glad we don't have that humidity.

[@123windyron]

One off your finest vids nice vid.thankyou.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Wow! Thank you

[@shaunthedrone]

Great to see your new drone in action on your first flight Marcus. Loving the zoom function - many thanks for sharing your trip down Snake River Canyon :)

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Shaun!! You may need this drone! 🤣

[@BIGGUY401]

The drone came back home at an altitude of 26m even though the setting was 35m. Did you notice? Really beautiful canyon and super video.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, I had it in Optimal mode for RTH. 👍 Thank you!

[@maineman0866]

Another great canyon adventure! Thanks, Marcus! As much flying as you do out there, why not take a portable sun shade? They are not expensive and are easy to set up and take down. You and your gear can stay cooler, and the controller will be easier to see!

[@SkyTouch08]

The image quality looks incredible Marcus. Very cool

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I thought it was quite good too.

[@txarchdroneguy4731]

Great maiden flight, Hot Finger Marcus. Thx, the Air 3 is looking like a great drone.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Man, it was damn hot Mike!!

[@bikerforever68]

Beautiful location and amazing views from the air 3 .my favourite drone channel. Thanks for all your efforts Marcus 🙏

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so much! It was a fun flight!

[@Astrohurricane]

Wouldn't be a proper Idaho Quadcopter video without Marcus forgetting to hit the record buttton at least once per flight. 😂 Great video as always. Air 3 might be my upgrade from my old faithful mini 2

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Yes, that screen recording is invaluable. 😀

[@LandOverview]

Mine came 2 days ago but did not get to check it out yet at my favourite location due to rain then later wind and probably will have to leave it to next week when things forecast to improve, but a least I got to watch your great initial review. I noticed the RC 2 fans coming on loud when I was just updating the firmware but I was resting it on my leg and was not aware that I was blocking the vent, fans slowed down again after I took it off my leg.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

No question the RC 2 is an improvement. It's too bad the Mavic 3 Pro didn't get that controller.

[@SunriseWaterMedia]

Direct sun, oh man! 🥵 I wish that controller had more brightness. Footage looks great, Marcus. 👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Kris! I could see well enough to fly, but it was tough to see any details.

[@waypointnewengland]

Beautiful flight as usual. Looks like a nice solid drone.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm thinking that it's a winner!

[@jdnell]

OMG...Marcus and his Air 3 at SRC!!! What a combo! Seriously, I loved every second of this video and kudos to you for putting up with the sun and the flies! You are dedicated! Stunning video and some great performance out of her on her maiden flight at the Canyon. I hope you found some AC and put your feet up after this flight....that sun can be draining! As always, good job Marcus!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so much!! Yeah the AC in my truck and another bottle of cold water felt damn good after that flight. 😄

[@JohnnieDroneFlyer]

Marcus great job with this first flight (wink wink) we all know you been having the Air 3. lol you know i gotta mess with you. Can’t wait to get mine. Keep the videos coming

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Johnnie, I've got some sad news for you. My contacts at DJI say yours will be delayed by a month. 🤣😢😂

[@JohnnieDroneFlyer]

@@IdahoQuadcopter you ain’t right.

[@FredHarvey-wp2qy]

I expected the Air 3 to be impressive, but this flight absolutely blew away any preconceptions I had. I knew that it had the 3X camera, but since I don't do a lot of video zooms, that wasn't a big selling point for me. What really caught me by surprise was that it uses a 4 cell battery pack! The speed and power of my Air 2S makes it head and shoulders above the mini drones because of 3 cell power versus 2 cell power. The 4 cell pack in the Air 3 would put it that much ahead of my drone! You used the RC2 controller that came with the drone. Is your RC Pro controller compatible with the Air 3? Thanks for taking me flying with you again, Marcus! Always a good time!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Fred! The Air 3 is proving to be a big winner from DJI.

[@RonaldBrown59]

Great first flight with new Air 3. I was really impressed with the new 3x camera, gave a whole new perspective on the river at the base of canyon. Both the cameras looked great out there. And the drone seemed perform very well, essentially RTH mode. Thanks for sharing Marcus. ,

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I had a blast flying that day, Ron! Even with the heat! 😀

[@SW-Video]

Looks like a keeper.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! It is. 🙂

[@georgekelly1948]

I have learned to have faith in DJI’s return to home, but every time you push it to the limit with the low battery return to home, you add some high drama, Marcus. I have had several flights with my Air 3. What a joy! Cheers, buddy.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Oh, very cool George! I take it the Air 3 is treating you well. 🙂

[@garyguest1999]

Love you video.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you!

[@rosanollanera8492]

Thank you for sharing this info

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

You are so welcome. Thank you!

[@RDsRCReviews]

No better place than the canyon to test out this new DJI drone. The Air 3 looks amazing and the 4k@60 footage is stunning

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Ryan! I had to send it at the canyon! 🙂

[@YourreelmemoriesAu]

Looks like a great drone. I'm tempted to upgrade my Air 2S.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Both are great drones!

[@ssb73q]

Hi Marcus, thank you for sharing your first flight of your Air 3 with us, especially in that heat. DJI must love you more than me, you got your Air 3 so soon. I ordered the same time time as you, but my Air 3 won't be here until this coming Wednesday. I was hoping that the cameras could be switched while recording, that is a complaint I have with my Mavic 3. Maybe DJI will fix that in a future update?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

With the Mavic 3 Pro you can switch though them in explorer mode. I need to spend some time with the manual on this one. Thank you Richard!

[@RandyCAstleMPM]

Awesome footage Marcus! You're blessed being so close to such an iconic place, I love it! Btw I had to send my Air 3 back for the same reason Johnnie sent his and a few other reasons. DJI said since I'm within my 30 days there just going to replace it. Gotta love DJI customer service! They really r the best imo. Great video brother! 👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

DJI's customer service is the best in the business! I'm glad they're replacing your drone.

[@BlairAir]

Hey there it is! Just about to watch... at 3 AM, LOL! Glad you got out to the canyon after all! Its 95+ every day here in NC, but I am just loving the Air 2. As soon as it cools down I'll be getting more "Air" time! In that direct sun, you probably could use a sunshade of some sort. I think they had one for the RC (RM330) that should work on the RC-2 (RM331)

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yeah, it was crazy hot John. I still had fun flying the Air 3 though.

[@DroneUpp]

Fantastic maiden voyage with your new Mavic Air 3! I liked 95% of what I saw in it's performance! I plan to wait to see what happens with that drone before I buy it. Just like last time, I purchased the Mavic Air 2 and 10 months later came the Air 2s! Really broke my heart and I just don't trust DJI right now. Thanks for the presentation! A lot of folks are doing the same thing but I always enjoy yours! Get in the shade my friend!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

This one is pretty good. What I can say is that there's always a new drone around the corner. Thank you!

[@ponder889]

Wet towels work wonders to beat that heat!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, they do. 👍

[@FlyinFlynnMedia]

Great first flight Marcus. Video quality looks fantastic! Solid offering from DJI. Thanks for not getting too close to the canyon edge! 😮😅

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, John! At Dedication Point there is a wall. 😀

[@ozstrayapanoramas8610]

It certainly is a speed machine, it is super fast & agile.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Indeed, it is Ross! I like what I see so far.

[@VideomapTV]

Please do a comparison video with Dji Mavic 3 Classic Vs Dji Air3 Please Please

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I don't have a Mavic 3 Classic, but I may compare the Mavic 3 Pro with the Air 3. Thank you!

[@FoolWithACamera0]

Great video. The StartRC Sun Hood works well for DJI controllers; inexpensive and easy to install. I have a new Air 3 and have been doing flights in the Rio Grande River canyons. I have to be very cautious when flying from the top of the canyons in the deeper and narrower sections because the Air 3 can suddenly lose the RC signal which is a bit unnerving. I am glad to see that the RTN to home function works well as you have demonstrated. Again, great video.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Yes, those sun hoods are handy!

[@freeman-1776]

Wow, Marcus, The color on that thing is amazing. It reminds me of my Mavic Air 1. It also had fantastic color vs. the Mini 2 and the Air 2. The later 2 drones are also great drones but tend to lack the color of the Air 1. But that Air 3 is poppin. Perhaps to get that HDR mode you have to click on the Res&fps numbers on the control screen. Recently on my Air 2 I had forgotten how to get to the zoom mode and that's where I found the additional menu. Let me know if you find the HDR mode. However the color on that thing is so good it probably doesn't even need an HDR mode. I've already made up my mind to pull the trigger on the Air 3. Thanks so much for posting this great video. Cheers!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'll look some more, but I suspect it's in HDR all the time. Thank you for stopping by.

[@rhencullen]

Great first flight, Air 3 looks like a great little drone, not sure if I’d upgrade from the mini 3 pro to the Air 3 or the Mavic 3 Classic.

[@gekoldronevideos]

The Mavic 3 Classic is a cinematic beast😃

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! It's a great drone, whether to buy depends on your use case. 👍

[@beedroneinsta]

Hey Marcus , delighted to finally got out to do the first flight , I know you where tied up for a few days. And what an amazing place to do it.Coming back the picture look so sharp the canyon wall on the river. 1x and 3 x where great. Also on the new controller you can name your files ie. you could name that canyon at the start . and if you did say 3/4 video all around the canyon it all filed away in the file name "canyon" . looking forward to get mine soon... great work as always Marcus your seen delighted with this drone.its pack with tech etc

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Michael! This is no doubt one of DJIs best efforts.

[@Jhorne84]

Darnit Marcus, this is the 4th time I’ve watched this video as we’re all waiting for more Air 3 footage lol

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Thank you! More to come soon! 😀

[@BlairAir]

Even without having Explorer mode, or maybe in its place, you can use the zoom dial to get 1x-3x on the wide lens )cropped), and 3x-9x on the Tele lens. Something we DON'T have on Mavic 3 is you can be zoomed all ths way at 9x, draw a box and get Focus Track; Spotlight & Point of Interest all the way zoomed!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's a great observation John! 👍

[@gerrykp]

I would be a nervous wreck letting my drone go that far away from me! Yikes! Great vid! Thanks for posting!

[@gerrykp]

Btw…if you were to drop down closer to the water, from where you are standing, would you lose the signal?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! It was a really fun flight!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Potentially, but I saw no degradation of signal on this flight.

[@finnybflyin]

Hi Marcus! Don't forget the sun screen. Thanks for battling the elements to give us the Air 3 perspective! I have the Mini 3 Pro and was thinking of adding the Mavic 3 Classic for the more windy days. Now, I have to ask if I should get the Air 3 instead of the Mavic 3 since you had such a fun flight. What's your take on this comparison? Let's "get those birds in the air" and compare!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm still thinking about that question myself. 🤣

[@BobCaseyAerial]

Nice video Marcus, can’t wait to see more. I ordered mine through Amazon and nvr got a shipping date or tracking number. Saturday night I cancelled Amazon order and went directly through DJI. I got a notification today stating to be shipped. Let’s hope it’s being shipped tomorrow Monday. Enjoyed watching this Marcus.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Nice Bob! One thing about ordering direct from DJI is that you get a 1% credit to use later. 👍

[@rlm1305]

Long time viewer. You always have a good video. Like the man says get an umbrella with a stand. I guess the new saying is "Only Marcus and the mad dogs go out in the noonday sun". Not flying now for a while in AZ. You've probably heard why. I really enjoy your channel.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! My brother lives in Tempe, and yeah, that record of days over 110 is nuts.

[@MrEddieNunez]

nice review Marcus

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Eddie!

[@JonniArmani]

I just moved from Idaho, such a beautiful place.)

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Welcome to Idaho. It is a great area!

[@SteveNas530]

30:05 Not in celsius?? No use for metric system for temps?? WTH Marcus?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Fahrenheit is more accurate than Celsius. 👍

[@lindsaycripps1597]

Great first flight. And what a location. Wow. Marcus do you think the video was up to scratch. Looked a little blurry to me . The video of the rapids in particular was breaking up. Is that a setting?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'll take another look, but I thought it looked great. Keep in mind part of what you see in the video is just a screen recording. 👍

[@lindsaycripps1597]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Had another look. Yes it was a screen recording.

[@delzane]

Too bad you can't use the RC Pro Controller with the Air 3. I rarely have issues with viewing with my 1000 nit screen. Hard to believe that an Occusense upgrade isn't just a firmware update? Nice flight, but I'm sticking with my Mavic 3. Thanks for sharing!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, Del! They say the RC Pro will be available for it with a firmware update soon. 👍

[@delzane]

@IdahoQuadcopter That's great! Sure beats the planned obsolescence of my Mav 2 Pro's controller. Thnx for the info. BTW, I'll betcha the next iteration of the Air 3 will have three cameras.

[@pat5861]

Very good video sir, what's with the metric units....guessing most don't care for it.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you very much! The metric system is easy to learn and makes so much more sense than imperial. Multiply by 3.3 and you'll be close in feet.

[@derekpask3633]

Oh dear, I've just remembered NO Droneseeker. Stole your thunder I guess. Altho you get another week to get to know your new frend. Is the river lower that usual, looks like it to me.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

We did a special DroneNation during the Drone Seekers time slot. 🙂

[@derekpask3633]

Oh, thank you. I MISSED IT!

[@jmartinez728]

What device are you recording audio from DJI mIc to? Your Phone?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I was recording to the memory in the mic itself. 👍

[@michaelblack8265]

I suggest that you take an umbrella with a stand to be able to see the RC better and avoid the heat 😊

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, that's a great tip.

[@DronAlf2020]

Muy buen video amigo. Me demostró que el air 3 no es potente en alcance su batería debió llevarlo más lejos. Empezó con 90 y termino muy rápido en activarse el RTH. BUEN TRABAJO PILOTO!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Keep in mind that was the first charge on that battery. I had fun flying it!

[@ryman72195]

Great vid as usual Marcus! Sorry if you mentioned in the video, but were you using an ND filter for this flight? If so, which one? Thanks in advance!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I do not have any ND filters for the drone yet. I hope to soon!..

[@ryman72195]

@@IdahoQuadcopter well it’s a testament to your skill and the drone that I couldn’t tell 👍🏻

[@BIGDRONEFLYER77RC]

Nice 👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thanks for the visit!

[@BIGDRONEFLYER77RC]

@@IdahoQuadcopter you betcha !

[@capeRCouple]

what do you like better marcus,the autel evo lite plus or the air 3 ?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

This was my one and only flight so far, but I really like the Air 3. 👍

[@Reaperdrone67]

Great video. How did it fly ? Should I get one or keep my Air 2 S ?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yeah, and I was in metric the whole flight. 🙂 Just kidding around. The Air 2S is still just an amazing bit of tech, this one is an advancement for sure, faster, dual cameras, more features etc.

[@Reaperdrone67]

@@IdahoQuadcopter lol. Great video. The scenery there is awesome. I’m in Florida lots of beaches to video. How’s that controller?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@Reaperdrone67 No question the DJI RC2 is an advancement. It's more responsive to touch and has a cooling fan. 👍👍

[@Reaperdrone67]

@@IdahoQuadcopter ok awesome. Hopefully it will work on the air 2S eventually.

[@ryanjonesdronechannel724]

Aire 3 looks cool. Will probably be sticking woth the Mini 2 for now myself. On a side note, I recently moved to Spokane Vallyb(used to live in Snohomish before then). Alreadyvfound a few good spots to fly at innthe Spokane area. Though I think I will be scouting put some places in the Post Falls and Cour d Alene areas as well sometimes (maybe Hayden Lale amd Sandpoint areas on some occasions too). Didna drone fligjt in Post Falls last week (long before the wildfires happened on Friday). In the Washington side, 2 good spots I have seem are Loon Lake as well as the Spokane River right along the Washington Idaho Border In a pull out area along Seltice Way (aka Apple Way) near the bridge. Will probably check out Sprague Lake out towards Ritzvklle sometime too.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The Mini 2 is great! It's fun finding new places to fly!

[@ryanjonesdronechannel724]

@IdahoQuadcopter True. Definitely a change of scenery for me after living in the Seattle area for so long. Already found a few good spots to fly from: Saltese Wetlands area near Liberty Lakes, Loon Lake to the north of Spokane (boat launches are usually fair game in Washington State, at least when they are not busy). Also in the Idaho side of the border, I already found at least 3 good spots to fly at: near the Idaho Washington border to the north of 90, there is a pull put along apple way, aka seltice way that i wa able to fly from. In Post Falls just north of the bridge there is an undeveloped area thst I was able to fly from and get views of the Spokane River through there. In Couer d Alene area, there are some spots along tbe lake thst works well too. Will probably find more places over time, but it will take getting time getting more familiar woth the new areas.

[@gmivisualsjason3729]

Considering the smaller sensor size than on the Air2s what are your first impressions comparing the two? Perhaps regret selling it?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I still have the Air 2 Jason but will likely sell it down the line.

[@gmivisualsjason3729]

@@IdahoQuadcopter apologies I thought you sold it on to your friend... Demarco? Well in that case I am definitely looking forward to seeing the comparison 😀

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@gmivisualsjason3729 My pal DeMarco bought my Mavic 3. 🙂

[@gmivisualsjason3729]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Ah! That's right! Well I'm certainly following with interest. Here in the UK I'd be limited to flying the Air 3 in the A3 category so mainly open countryside. Which is honestly where I find myself driving to even with my mini 3 pro for some relaxation flying. However often that means I end up staying home as the winds can be quite strong so I'm looking at this as an add to my fleet. I have the RC pro and don't want or need another controller so if they do backwards compatibility I may be tempted. Also the Air 2s is available new at half the price......

[@thevigarfeeling]

Beautiful share. We have subscribed 🙂 have a great day 🙏

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you so very much! 😊

[@Piratepoilet]

Hi bud great video. It's cool when you put the flight information on the screen, it would be better if you left it on the screen it makes it way more interesting to be able to see that information all the time other than that I would say you're 1 of the best at what you do. Thanks 🚁🏴‍☠️

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you very much! I do understand what you're saying about the telemetry screen. I don't leave it on all the time, so that the full video screen can be seen.

[@TaniaGail]

Fly next weekend at the Canyon?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Sure, or Lucky Peak?

[@TaniaGail]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Lucky Peak! Haven't been there. And..I'm not on call - yay!!!

[@bluesteeltraining]

Behold!! All thats left of Lake Bonneville!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It was a heck of a flood!

[@1flyjcLIB1drone]

When the temperature is not favorable, I fly from inside my car, as long as I can maintain vlos. Thanks for the video.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's a great idea! In this case I had to hike out to the edge of the canyon. 👍

[@Patrick_Arrington]

What is the AF button below the 1x 3x?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The drone is in Auto Focus. 👍

[@geezerpleasers_OG]

I've been looking forward to seeing you fly the Air 3 at the canyon. This is a great look at the drone. I'm still leaning toward waiting for an Air 3S or a Mavic 4 Pro. DroneXFactor had an interesting take. In his view, the Air 3 is the successor to the Air 2, not the Air 2S, and viewed that way, it's a big step forward. Just as the Air 3S will be a big step forward from the Air 2S, I'm sure. The video looks over-sharpened to me. Maybe DJI needs to do some work on that, and it will improve after a future firmware update. Pilot Institute did a series of comparison shots among the Air 3, the Mavic 3 Classic, the Mini 3 Pro, and the Air 2S. You can't put too much into it, because most of the clips were either underexposed or overexposed, but when they compared the 3X lenses, the Mavic 3 ate the Air 3's lunch. That also may be a candidate for a future firmware fix on the Air 3. I will look forward to your future Air 3 videos. I'm sure I'll learn a lot from you.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! It's tough to go very far wrong with any of DJIs drones.

[@Dupree403]

Great video sir!! So here's the question: I'm just a recreational flyer right now and I have a DJI Air 2. I think it's great...I use it for vacation trips and social media. I'm a full-time firefighter and I have been thinking about getting my part 107, for maybe doing some jobs on the side. Would you suggest an upgrade to the 3 Air?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! If you want the Air 3 of course, it's another leap ahead in drone tech and quality. However, your Air 2 is still a phenomenal drone, and you can fly it for years to come.