Recent content by wheelski

Why isn't anyone suggesting Mavic Air?

Agree100%. At 82yrs old life throws some challenges, but I work around them. Ipad mini 2; added a non reflecting screen cover. Wear a large full brimmed hat. (Don't like it but it helps!) Launch the a/c and try to find a shady spot - tree to provide shade, and/or open the door of the van and...

Very nice. Approx how many way points do you program?

Thanks - makes life simpler.

Is total deep re-cycling really necessary after every 20 charges?

Batteries: How to keep warm in cold temperatures. There are beautiful snow scene possibilities to be photographed in my Upstate New York area during the colder months. This is to explain how I keep the batteries warm for my P3A. Start with an inexpensive 8 ¼w x6lg x 4h in. Lipo Safe Charging...

Oso Sorry I gave poor info in original. A/C has currently version 1.10.90. OK to try manual update or forget about it? Just few it fine for 45 minutes - no issues. x'd out the low limits warning message on first flight and if went to 700 ft alt and over 1,000 distance and I backed off.

TX much Oso. Will dig in and let you know outcome. Yes agree, always very reluctantly to update but the update was now 'old'. Mistake! as all previously working fine. Can I revert back to earlier version?

P3A "R/C requires update." Tap screen. Only option appears is to watch how-to tutorial. A/C updated fine to 1.11.0020. How solve problem?

You're going to love it. However, learning to fly first (then no more crashes, trees, roofs, etc) with a less expensive aircraft, will pay back huge dividends in the future! Practice, practice, and review techniques even after you 'know how' to fly. The inet is loaded with excellent simple &...