Mavic Air Beginner's Guide Part 2 - Taking Off, Flight Tutorial, Gesture Control

This video covers all the basics for setting up your new Mavic Air before you head out to fly.
Taking Off - 3:40
Flight Tutorial - 5:19
Gesture Control - 9:37
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[@MusingOfaMan]

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[@drah6814]

How to set up the distance for quick shot?

[@deseangibir4764]

Ed Ricker Hey bro. Question does the mavic have follow me around capabilities?

[@CarlosMartinez-rk2bt]

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[@dutertardsatdu30tutangchin77]

Boss.. Is it water proof? Can it fly even its raining..?

[@EPeltzer]

Ed Ricker you are a gifted communicator. By far the best intro to any drone I've seen, I feel like I've flown the thing. DJI should hire you to do their product demos. So much better than wading through 15 DJI official videos to see one feature per vid.

[@svendura1]

One of the best - if not THE best - videos about the Mavic Air. Thanks for your good work.

[@sagarkulkarni6033]

I have been looking for this kinda tutorial for so many days. All other youtuber have shown only unboxing, Cinematic views, etc. You are the one who actually shown how to operate this drone. This is awesome video

[@mtatom92345]

Your hard work post production is greatly appreciated too, Ed. Thanks

[@southcoast2008]

Your tutorials are absolutely awesome. Simple step by step instructions and demo of each interaction. Well done Ed, keep it up.Thoroughly enjoyable indeed. Dave from South Africa

[@jasong3021]

Both tutorials were very helpful for me because that was my first drone and I wanted to be as careful and cool as i could be. One week has passed with at least 3 flights per day and I’m comfortable with the drone. As you said practice is the key. Thank you for the helpful videos.

[@renejvaillancourt7279]

YOURS WAS THE FIRST TUTORIAL I WATCHED AND LEARNED FROM WHEN I BOUGHT MY MAVIC PRO TWO YEARS AGO.YOUR VIDEO WAS ENTERNAING AND EDUCATIONAL. YOU'RE A PRO AND I STILL ENJOY WATCHING AND LISTENING TO YOU.THANKS ED.

[@nhatshonrada1176]

The most i should say, clear xplanation i’ve ever seen about the drone, keep it up and god bless

[@JustSteve247]

By far the easiest and best Vlog for me to learn how to use my new Mavic Air. Now subbed.

[@DenisHeiderick]

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[@scrappyreed5916]

Just Steve I agree, this is a wonderful video. Well put together thank you

[@JustDavidMinistries]

Just Steve I totally agree with you

[@hotjesssica954]

I agree!!

[@gastong.loperena7378]

Thanks Ed!!!! Cheers from Argentina!

[@PierreLaguerre]

Great videos, Ed! Finally launched my Mavic Air today after a whole week since I bought it.

[@musicTapOfficial]

Just bought my first drone, and it's this one! Thanks for clean and precise tutorial mate! This helped me a lot! Cheers! You got new sub! ;)

[@nijelplayz9062]

Saameee

[@dlorbieski]

Thanks for sharing Ed...as always informative and well presented. Take care👍👍👍

[@krystinathompson5248]

AMAZING video thank you so much for taking the time to do this

[@pkharper3525]

Thanks Ed for your expertise. I just got my magic air two weeks ago and have watched your videos to help me from set up to some of the more advanced settings. I’m new to drones so your your experience and step by step videos have been invaluable . Thank You

[@UlyssesMax]

Nice to have you here. Thank you.

[@Maarten_official_account]

After watching part 1 and 2 I can only say that this was the best tutorial I’ve seen on KZbin. Thanks for sharing and it’s time to take my Mavic Air and try it in an open field 👍

[@noriza4578]

Unboxing mine now. Thanks so much for this video! 👌🤗😊

[@Rickcpt]

Thanks again.. you're now officially my 'go to' guy for the mavic pro. Just got it today, too much wind in my area for now, saturday and sunday are going to be fab and can't WAIT to start with those hand gestures. Very best regards, from South AFrica ! Your tutorials really rock.

[@HappyConservative-tt5yr]

Ed, I am about a year or so behind the cutting edge. However, I would like to extend a great big Thank You for a great video. Just what a novice like myself needed. I watched both installments, and now have a bit more confidence in what I can do with my 'New' Mavic Air. Just waiting on two other batteries to show up, and I'll be heading to the field to fly her. Thanks again for covering everything, making it easier to understand what I got myself into!

[@musicmachineplayer]

Great video......brilliant simple to understand

[@igloo687]

excellent tutorials. Really enthusing about flying more. Thank you.

[@keatonditchfield8437]

Out of all of the "beginners guide" videos that I have watched, yours is the best that I have watched. None of the others mentioned calibration. Thanks for a great series

[@grayfreeman6184]

Hey Ed just bought the mavic air and I have to say I'm loving your tutorial. Your way of explaining all the tec behind this drone has taken the headache out of the set up. Many thanks 100% will follow your video tutorials.

[@907nvl]

Thanks very much. I enjoyed your video 👍

[@thomaszone7027]

Hi Ed. You are one off THE BEST! It's the best tutorial I have ever seen. I feel really "green"/brand new to drones but after your video I feel better. Well done. Thank you.

[@thomaszone7027]

Hi Ed. Wow! I was just notified I received "👍" for my comment regarding your tutorial. You see? It's not only my opinion. 😎 Anyway, thank you again. Couple days ago I was doing initial setup and I was amazed again how easy you made it for us - beginners. Have a good day.

[@WillEverything]

Watched both your videos man and these are the best tutorials by far. Cut right to the chase and I learned more than having to read the book. Lamens terms, and instead of 45 minutes of crap like most others you've accomplished it in 16 minutes. Well done

[@itsmeBISHNOI]

Thank you so much for this video... Keep going... IMB

[@GHOOGLEMALE]

Watched part 1 & 2 - Best beginner instruction yet. Its old school this model now (I was given this Drone by a mate) but the APP seems to work for lots of DJi so is just as relevant. Off to try out Ed's instruction, I feel a lot more confident in getting going with it than I did before (and I reckon my mate would have learnt a lot from these 2 vids). Good job Mr Ricker..

[@joeboudreault2226]

Ed, I am just starting to use my new Air drone and your video here was wonderful. Thanks! I subscribed...

[@johntzanis]

The best one I have seen. None of the other tutorials I searched, about 10 videos really show you basic explanations how to take off and land and the basic settings. They just go through settings and then you see them flying a drone. They assume you know how to take off and land which is not a great assumption when you are a beginner and have never flown the Air before. We need someone to say, press this and press that and if possible show us.. Again, really great job getting us in the air.

[@alanjackson4646]

Excellent, no gimmicks tutorial. Thanks AJ

[@stevieJaxWildlife]

Just got my Mavic Air yesterday. This video is great. Nice job, Ed. Subbed.

[@chadiwack]

Dude, these are excellent videos with clear and concise explanations. Thank you. It's appreciated. I subbed.

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[@PaulBarwick]

Ed, thanks for this video and the earlier part one. I watched them both several times yesterday and took my Mavic Air on its (and my) maiden journey this morning. I felt confident and prepared thanks to you sharing your experience with us folks new to drone piloting. Two thumbs up!

[@jaguiar4567]

The most comprehensive tutorial video I've found so far. Great work ED.

[@WatchThatFast]

Great video thank you !!!

[@dagmarnovakova6324]

amazing tutorial, i am a drone beginner and i can say this vid built my confidence without even trying to fly my drone for the first time

[@dannyhalstead6524]

Ed, I have saved the two setup videos to my library. After comparing other videos yours have become my reference go-to source. Great job as I am sure you have helped more than a few folks new to DJI products. Big Thank you. Dan

[@davidlowe5946]

This has been SO helpful! Took my Mavic Air to 180 feet high today, and been having a great time. Going slowly: burn a battery or two, then come in and read some more! I'm really getting the hang of it.

[@tigerace351]

Great explanation and instructions. Extremely well laid out and very detailed. Awesome job! Subscribed!

[@godofwar1376]

Thanks for your tuitorial

[@wdorsa]

The most informative tutorial I've yet seen on the Mavic Air. Just purchased one yesterday and tried the tutorials from DJI (They suck). Your two videos have tremendously helped me both with setting up my drone for the first time, and going out to get the feel on its maiden flight. Thanks! I truly appreciate the time you spent on putting together these two videos.

[@antfowler2278]

Hi Ed from Australia, just bought a mavic air fly more combo a couple of days ago and I’m setting up now . Your 2 part series has been th most informative on KZbin abt setting up its been a massive help I can’t thank you enough cheers

[@N2GJ]

Absolutely fantastic! I wish I had found these before I started flying mine! I can’t wait to try out some of those intelligent flight modes. The only one I’ve tried was “follow me” so far. Very professionally done, sir!

[@romantashevRT]

The hand controlling mode should've be called "The Jedi mode"

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romantashev These are not the drones you’re looking for

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Lol IKR?!

[@stianjarnass]

The original Mandalorien 🤣🙏

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[@cactychang_69420]

It would've been much better

[@Wildart2]

Stupendous ED, I will probably watch this 100 times.

[@blainecolbry3192]

Best beginner guide on YT. Kudos

[@njfr9389]

nice vid, the only thing i would mention for new flyers is to make sure homepoint is recorded and enough sats are registered prior to taking off :)

[@williamwiesner6829]

I've watched many how to start-up with Mavic Air videos. All I needed was this one.... by far the best tutorial I have found. I may actually try to fly the beast today. Thanks

[@parrotheadstx]

I have to say, you provide some of the best tutorials I have seen on KZbin. Keep up the great work Ed.

[@markwilliamson9753]

Such a great review. I just purchased the Mavic Air and started a channel to showcase the Australian landscape, after some more use I’ll also do a review on the Mavic Air from my personal experience.

[@amityunion6286]

Your Guide is awesome Ed Ricker!! THANKS

[@vinhha6073]

After few month , few flies... I went back to view your vid again.... like ... go back to school... lol.... one thing I really love today Sir, and it’s my first time too... I fly my Air as far as I can not see it... soooo far... me and my son couldn’t see it... wow then I press RTH ... oh my lord... it’s amazing that this drone do... landing right my feet....amazing amazing...

[@FrameByFrame96]

This technology is truly the epitomy of future. A lot of people don't really know what they're dealing with but it is truly magical and beautiful. In my opinion, it is a very exciting thought to have a drone with such a professional camera that can take cinematic footage using a professional camera. No matter what drone you would get, just always remember that it is always worth the money.

[@michaelrosenbauer6493]

Hey Ed, your two tutorials helps me a lot. I bougt the mavic air 5 or 6 Years ago and do some flights at holydays then I nearly forgot the Mavic air because of the changeing regularies (drone licence and insurance in germany ) somewhere at my office and I forgot how to operate this nice little thing. Now I will start again. Thanks for making and sharing the video.

[@veronicaw.8113]

After a couple of months, FINALLY I found a great video that explains so much! Thank you!

[@alexvanduong9885]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and kindness Ed! I appreciate your sharing. Happy flying.

[@nickcalderone75]

Outstanding! I followed this tutorial guide with my "new to me" Mavic Air today. Excellent results! Thank you!

[@michaelfav137]

Excellent!...no padding, no waffle...great instruction well done!

[@erictiffanyRN]

Yet another EXCELLENT training video! Thank you again for a great tutorial on the Mavic Air!

[@eivindeikli9758]

Thanks for a couple of brilliant videos on the Mavic Air. You have a great gift as an instructor and manage to make it very useful to new owners and enjoyable for those of us who have flown and owned different drones, but just wanted a low-down on the Mavic Air. Well done!

[@techdiscoverer]

By far the best video explained simplistically. Loved it!

[@davidmiller4594]

Wow. I just opened my mavic air box, searched on youtube and found these 2 videos. What a great tutorial. ~subbed to channel

[@nigemorris4266]

I’m gonna be buying a Mavic Air real soon, I’ve watched a few KZbin videos for advice but your videos have been the most helpful.

[@allieletso]

I couldn't imagine juggling all of this footage to edit and make this video!!! This is the exact video that I needed. Thank u :)

[@vivid-efx]

Although I have not purchased my drone yet, I've primarily been researching the best one for my use which would be (Real Estate Aerial photography) but at a budget price and compact, but have been watching a ton of videos. Yours are spot on.....To the point....covers all features coupled with short examples without a lot of hype. Thanks and good job!

[@imjensen]

Just got my mavic air in the mail and was super stoked to stumble upon your video. Thanks for being so clear and concise.

[@greekfarmerboy]

Amazing video! Congrats!

[@demonseedgfx]

Just had my mavic air delivered. Watching this video and part 1 was the most helpful thing I've seen on drones. Thanks

[@phch9690]

By far the best beginner guide. Thanks and keep uploading videos.

[@maxvedder5789]

Easy to see you put a ton of work into this video and edit, with all the different camera angles etc. Thanks so much for putting the time into this.

[@abracastabya7253]

Excellent upload! Thank you!

[@user-ex5jr5to6q]

Simple, basic and very easy to understand everything you said. I've watched other videos about basic set up of the Mavic Air and you take the time to explain everything. Thanks...

[@admiralglenn]

Thank you for making these two videos. Made setting up and understanding my new DJI Mavic Air so much easier. Will recommend these videos to anyone who buys a new DJI Mavic Air.

[@adventureal977]

Ed by far the best tutorials on KZbin .. Gold Coast Australia

[@barefootbar1]

I love your videos. Got my first Mavic Air yesterday and you were with me during the entire set up. I really appreciated your set up video. Today is flight day. You will be with me again. Ha. Thanks.

[@TheRovingBuffalo]

I just bought the Mavic Air and this video is a huge help. Thank you.

[@manouchehrdehyadegari]

Excellent, great job.

[@secur60]

i've got the mavic air recently i was looking for some guides , but i swear this is the best review i've seen

[@Crysismedic]

Man just want to say thank you for these Mavic Air tutorials. I just got mine this weekend. Can't wait to start practicing.

[@Supbangg]

Awesome video!!

[@H3nryg]

Hands down the Best mavic air tutorial on KZbin. Thanks for creating this bud.

[@regentcourtentwistle]

Excellent demo, thanks.

[@davephantom]

Just purchased a Mavic Air. Excellent tutorial and well explained. After watching your Beginners Guide there's everything I need to know to start. Thank you kindly.

[@thekillashots9755]

best video out there.. good work my man

[@gasgaslex_photos]

There are many Drone- How to use videos on KZbin but this channel seems to be the best for explaining how to use one.

[@lvarolian]

Love your stuff!!!!😍

[@interlet07]

Ed just got my drone yesterday, thank you so much for the video. I feel more comfortable flying my drone. Awesome bro!!!

[@billschriever]

Just got the Mavic Air and the Part 1 & Part 2 Videos really helped get me going!! Best beginner videos I've seen on the Tube! Well done. Thank you and Fly well!

[@warrenhickey6453]

Great job Rick

[@tomirwin3758]

Thank you so much. My goodness the best and most descriptive tutorial I've ever experienced. Magnificent.

[@victorortiz8074]

Excellent video, thanks for sharing!

[@abitofeverything2254]

Great review man loved it

[@leindevren]

Awesome instructional!

[@MrShishi]

Appreciate the dedication in making this easy to follow..Best Tutorial on this drone..

[@ricardoramosfilho6417]

Thanks buddy!! Just got mine today.. I'm so excited

[@arellano6186]

Great couple of videos, thank you!

[@steveazor]

I've been in this covid-19 quarantine for over a month now. I decided to FINALLY try to learn how to fly my drone that's been sitting in its box since I got it, over a year ago. I wish every instruction video was this simple. Thanks for this great tutorial.

[@scot.langdon.photog]

Ed you rock as an instructor! So much ground covered in two videos. Thanks