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DJI has rolled out new firmware updates for its latest remote controllers, including the DJI RC, DJI RC 2, and DJI RC Pro. The updates aim to enhance functionality, improve user experience, and fix known issues. This comprehensive look into the updates reveals how they impact drone technology.

DJI

DJI Remote Controller Firmware Updates: What’s New for Drone Enthusiasts?

DJI has rolled out new firmware updates for its latest remote controllers, including the DJI RC, DJI RC 2, and DJI RC Pro. The updates aim to

Haye KestelooAug 6

DJI

Drone Ban CCP Update, 1st Cat 2 Drone, New DJI Model, & FAA Authorizes Commercial BVLOS

Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: Let’s get to it! Canning CCP Drone Act Update Not so good news: A new Senate Amendment to the 2025 NDAA hopes to add the Canning CCP Drones Act. If enacted, the Canning CCP language would revoke all FCC approval for…

Haye KestelooAug 2

DJI

The One Drone Setting Every DJI Pilot Should Customize

Billy Kyle explains in another video that there’s a crucial setting that DJI drone pilots often overlook but should absolutely customize: the gain and EXP settings. These settings control how your drone responds to stick input on your controller, potentially making a significant difference in flight smoothness and overall control. The Importance of Gain and…

Billy KyleJul 30

DJI

DJI’s Comprehensive Drone Mapping Solution: From Flight Planning to 3D Models

According to a recent YouTube video by Billy Kyle, DJI has streamlined the drone mapping process, offering a complete ecosystem for aerial surveying and 3D modeling. This integrated approach simplifies what was once a complex, multi-vendor workflow into a seamless operation. The Three Pillars of Drone Mapping Kyle outlines three essential components of drone mapping:…

Billy KyleJul 30

DJI

FAA Approves First Category 2 Drone for Flight Over People

AVSS announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the first Category 2 drone for operations over people. This landmark decision allows commercial operators of the DJI Dock 2 equipped with the AVSS drone parachute to fly over people without submitting an FAA 107.39 flight over people waiver. Breaking New Ground in Drone Operations…

Haye KestelooJul 26