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[Gpx5000]

So, if drones arent allowed to fly over populated areas, how's Amazon going to deliver goods, or is it 1 rule for them and another for everyone else?

 

[Ramjet]

So, if drones arent allowed to fly over populated areas, how's Amazon going to deliver goods, or is it 1 rule for them and another for everyone else?

Commercial operators have different rules.

 

[Gpx5000]

Im looking at getting the Parrot BeBop2, any thoughts on this or any other comparable drone in this price range?

I like this one because of the 2km range for fpv.

I'll have to buy locally, as we are traveling around Oz and have no postal address.
Cheers.

 

[xcvator]

Just check the phone requirements for the controller app. Most fpv drones must have 5g wifi ( 801.11ac) which are most iphones but for android you will have search through the specs as some have it and some don't, that's why I went for the Fimi A3, it has it's own built in screen.The other thing to remember is that using video goggles while flying a drone is illegal in Australia.

 

[Gpx5000]

Just check the phone requirements for the controller app. Most fpv drones must have 5g wifi ( 801.11ac) which are most iphones but for android you will have search through the specs as some have it and some don't, that's why I went for the Fimi A3, it has it's own built in screen.The other thing to remember is that using video goggles while flying a drone is illegal in Australia.

Thanks for that, btw, what isn't illegal in Au$tralia?

 

[Opalian]

Well I didn't expect all the nagativity and "expert" opinions on what is legal and what is not. Maybe I should just delete the whole topic.

Here, here mate. Fully agreed.

 

[Opalian]

I saw so many beautiful "bird fly view" type pics that I thought to buy a dron, too. I see it also as potentially great help tool in the field to check the area for detailed view of the terrain. Can save a lot of unnecessary walking, and time waste, too. That thing could be really great help in prospecting new unknown areas, I think.

 

[Tathradj]

Many a time I have sent the drone on a recce.
Down a track that don't look good.

Saved a lot of time. O

Phantom 4 pro. :Y: :Y:

 

[Simmo]

Well I didn't expect all the nagativity and "expert" opinions on what is legal and what is not. Maybe I should just delete the whole topic.

Here, here mate. Fully agreed.

Welcome aboard.... maybe read whats been said since that post was made???

 

[Tathradj]

I think so too...

 

[Ramjet]

Agreed. Generally a very positive topic.

 

[Gpx5000]

Hi again guys,
I'm looking at this drone: https://www.kogan.com/au/buy/dji-phantom-3-standard-official-dji-refurbished-drone/
What's your thoughts on a DJI refurbished Phantom 3 with 2k camera and 2klm range.
I'm thinking it's a good buy, but I'm no drone expert.
Cheers guys.

 

[Chewy]

I think I'm on my way to becoming a cinematic drone flying god as Ikopta says. I've even got the t-shirt to prove it. :lol: I had a rare moment when I had some spare time yesty, so snuck down to our local volcano and practiced a few shots. Hope you all enjoy it. Cheers Chewy. [video=480,360]https://youtu.be/TLbJbjLLQh0[/video]

 

[Gpx5000]

Who's the handsome dude in the sunnies following your drone? :lol:
Great vid, hopefully I'll be able to be as good as you.....one day

 

[AussieChris]

I get daily emails from Ozbargain, only last week one popped up "[Special Order] DJI Mavic 2 Zoom Drone $298 Pick up /+ Delivery @ Bunnings"

I was busy at the time and just thought it must be a very low-end DJI model.....I don't follow drone tech.

Turns out a trainee/intern mistyped the price (more like ~ $1829) and approximately 82 units per state will be honoured and a substantial number of people who miss out will be given $250 gift cards.

It was like a lightbulb going off in my head only later in the day, knowing I should have paid more attention when my sister's partner showed me his Parrot BeeBop 2 and let me take it for a burl.

Since then I have been looking at the Parrot ANAFI, Hubsan Zino Pro and FIMI X8 SE.

I'll pay greater attention next time!

 

[Chewy]

I get daily emails from Ozbargain, only last week one popped up "[Special Order] DJI Mavic 2 Zoom Drone $298 Pick up /+ Delivery @ Bunnings"

I was busy at the time and just thought it must be a very low-end DJI model.....I don't follow drone tech.

Turns out a trainee/intern mistyped the price (more like ~ $1829) and approximately 82 units per state will be honoured and a substantial number of people who miss out will be given $250 gift cards.

It was like a lightbulb going off in my head only later in the day, knowing I should have paid more attention when my sister's partner showed me his Parrot BeeBop 2 and let me take it for a burl.

Since then I have been looking at the Parrot ANAFI, Hubsan Zino Pro and FIMI X8 SE.

I'll pay greater attention next time!

Yeah I saw that on 1 of the fb pages the other day, great deal if you could get onto it, I have already seen 1 for sale picked up at the low price. Good luck to them for being so quick...sucks to be Bunnings I guess. :lol: :lol: :lol:

 

[Chewy]

Who's the handsome dude in the sunnies following your drone? :lol:
Great vid, hopefully I'll be able to be as good as you.....one day

Hahaha yep that'd be me. :lol: Just like my avatar. :lol:

 

[Gpx5000]

:Y:

Who's the handsome dude in the sunnies following your drone? :lol:
Great vid, hopefully I'll be able to be as good as you.....one day

Hahaha yep that'd be me. :lol: Just like my avatar. :lol:

 

[xcvator]

That's a good steady vid in that wind erfect:

 

[Chewy]

Thanks xcavator, the drone does a great job in the wind but I found it did drift a little a few times and had to correct with some constant opposite stick. There was some clips I didn't use I might make into another shorter vid. :Y: