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Hover Air X1 Pro and Pro Max Firmware Update
Firmware Update

Hover Air X1 Pro and Pro Max Firmware Update: New Features and Co-Pilot Mode

Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. The Hover Air X1 Pro and Pro Max recently received a firmware update that introduces a new flight mode and several other enhancements. In this video, we’ll take a quick look at these updates. The improvements to the X1 Pro and Pro Max are impressive, adding significant…

DJI RC Pro 2 - How To Pair DJI Mic 2 or Mic Mini (Bluetooth Audio)
DJI

DJI RC Pro 2 – How To Pair DJI Mic 2 or Mic Mini (Bluetooth Audio)

Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. In this video, I’ll demonstrate how to connect a DJI Mic transmitter directly to the DJI RC Pro 2. The RC Pro 2 has a built-in microphone with acceptable audio quality, but for higher-quality recordings, you might want to invest in a DJI Mic. You don’t need…

DJI Matrice 400 Parachute System Boosts Safety and Compliance for Drone Pilots
DJI

DJI Matrice 400 Parachute System Boosts Safety and Compliance for Drone Pilots

A new parachute recovery system for the DJI Matrice 400 drone, launched by AVSS – Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions Inc., promises to transform safety and regulatory compliance for enterprise drone operators. The PRS-M400 enables pilots to legally fly over people, meeting stringent global aviation standards, with deliveries expected to begin in Q4 2025 through authorized…

5 Trick Questions Most Drone Pilots Get Wrong
FAA

Part 107 Knowledge Test: 5 Trick Questions Drone Pilots Often Get Wrong

Think you’re prepared for the Part 107 knowledge test? Let’s find out. These are the top five questions drone pilots consistently get wrong. We’ll break each one down to understand why they’re missed, so you can avoid the same mistakes. Plus, we’ll address the biggest question pilots often overlook. Hi, I’m Greg from Pilot Institute,…

DJI Mavic 4 Pro Firmware Update V01.00.0200 Elevates Drone Performance
DJI

DJI Mavic 4 Pro Firmware Update V01.00.0200 Elevates Drone Performance

Drone enthusiasts and professionals can now elevate their flying experience with the DJI Mavic 4 Pro firmware update V01.00.0200, released around June 7, 2025, as highlighted by community member Mauro Tandoi on X. Note: the DJI Mavic 4 Pro firmware update V01.00.0200 was released on June 5th. This update reportedly introduces key enhancements to flight…

Trump’s Executive Orders Cast Shadow Over DJI Drones in the U.S.
Skydio

Trump’s Executive Orders Cast Shadow Over DJI Drones in the U.S.

On June 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed two Executive Orders aimed at bolstering U.S. drone security and innovation, potentially jeopardizing the future of Chinese-made DJI drones. These orders, detailed in a White House fact sheet, seek to reduce reliance on foreign drone manufacturers and enhance domestic production, raising concerns for pilots who depend…

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