Recent content by justmike72

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    Airspace/Flight Question - San Francisco

    Based on the location of the arrow I read the chart the same as you, Glass G airspace to 700' AGL. Your link to the 350' over private property was for a proposed bill. This is not in the current California State Civil Code: Codes Display Text You may also want to look into any specific...
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    Cal State University Monterey Bay Flight?

    Hello Steve, I see three questions to whether or not you can do this flight; 1) Is this a commercial or recreational flight? 2) Are there restrictions on flight at the location? 3) Will the DJI app let you do it? 1) Commercial vs Recreational: This comes down to what the photos/videos that you...
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    How many batteries have you brought on a plane?

    Per the FAA a limit of two applies to larger batteries (101 - 160 wh). Phantom batteries do not exceed 100 wh so this does not apply. https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ash/ash_programs/hazmat/passenger_info/media/Airline_passengers_and_batteries.pdf
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    Airspace Question

    At this time local ATC has been directed not to approve commercial UAS flights in controlled airspace. All authorization must go through the web portal at Request a Waiver/Airspace Authorization – Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) This process does result in the ATC permission as stated...
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    Tracker Decision

    Agree with previous responses on no monthly fee. Would also add that it doesn't rely on cellular coverage so it will work in remote areas. Haven't had to use mine yet either but knowing it's on the bird provides peace of mind.
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    How to Fly Near an Airport

    If you are flying recreationally then you just need to unlock the airspace through DJI and notify the airport of your operation since you are within the 5 mile radius. DJI GEO System - Unlock Areas For Authorized Access Airspace Restrictions Recreational operators are required to give notice...
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    Drone insurance in California

    For hobby use AMA is probably the best bet. For Part 107 flights I have been using Verifly. I am also looking for alternatives for continuous coverage here in California.