Recent content by GeoMike

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    Phantom 4 is out

    I am waiting, look at the issues the P3 had with the cracks in the early versions. I am waiting until the problems are all worked out.
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    First Minor Crash

    I had my first minor crash yesterday. I successfully flew two flights and captured some cool first time footage of my house and property. We came inside and my wife began laying down some sounds and editing the footage. I went back out side to fly so I could run down the last battery down 50%. I...
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    Bestem aerial backpack review

    Any more opinions about the Bestem P3 case. It's looks like a nice case. The price seems good to me compared to others cases. I am looking for a case to travel with in April.
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    How to tell if you have old shell or new...

    I just looked at my P3P and it does have the newly designed body with the diagonal supports near the motors. Does this mean I don't have to worry about stress cracks? Do I still need to lessen the torque on the two bolts under the motor? Mike
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    Accesories for the P3

    I am a new Phantom 3 flier. I have added a few thing to the drone, any advice on the following items: I have already Added: -Polar Pro DJI Phantom 3 landing gear DJI Phantom 3 Landing Gear -Carbon Fiber DJI Phantom 3 Gimbal Lens Protector Landing Gear Board Carbon Fiber DJI Phantom 3 Gimbal...
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    First flight issue with return to home P3P

    Thank you all for your quick reply's. This makes me feel much better. I still plan to stay in a wide open sports type field for my first few flights. Thank you all again. Mike
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    First flight issue with return to home P3P

    I just bought a p3 Pro. We updated the firm ware to the latest version ad I practiced on the simulator before my first flight. I have the P3 in beginner mode just until I get used to it. Today I tried my first flight. The temp was 37 degrees F. The wind was steady with occasional light/medium...