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Sorting drone insurance was one of the first things I did when I started flying in the UK. My current setup covers three drones along the Cornish coast: a DJI Air 3S, a DJI Mini 4 Pro, and a DJI Neo 2. Holding an A2 Certificate of Competency means I fly in more complex environments … Read more
Flying a drone on a beach sounds like the dream, doesn’t it? Crystal blue water, dramatic cliffs, golden hour light, nobody about. Then reality kicks in, and you start googling the rules, and suddenly you are three browser tabs deep into CAA guidance, wondering whether the seagulls have more rights than you do. I live … Read more
I have owned the DJI Mini 4 Pro since mid-2024, and it has been one of the best drones I have ever flown. Compact, capable, and light enough to stay sub-250g, it became my default travel drone almost overnight. So when DJI released the Mini 5 Pro, I wanted to answer the question most Mini … Read more
The rules changed on 1 January 2026. Here is everything you need to know. If you have just bought a drone, or you are thinking about getting one, you have probably landed on this question pretty quickly. Do you actually need a licence to fly a drone in the UK? The short answer is. It … Read more
If you’re searching for the most accurate DJI drone release dates and timeline, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve pulled together everything, from the groundbreaking DJI Phantom 1 released in 2013 to the brand-new DJI Lito and Lito X1 in 2026. I’ve personally followed DJI since the launch of their very first drone and … Read more
If you like drones but dislike carrying half your body weight in batteries, controllers, and cables, the DJI Neo 2 might be right up your street. I have been using this drone for about a month now, and it has quickly become my go-to option for casual flying, family fun, and grabbing quick shots when … Read more
If you’re wondering, “Can I use my DJI RC2 with multiple drones?”, the short answer is yes, but with a few limitations. The DJI RC2 is one of DJI’s latest smart controllers, and it’s designed to work with several of the company’s newest models. However, you can only fly one drone at a time, and … Read more
Some describe the YouTube auditors as menaces, infuriating, rude and antagonising, but is their approach entirely counterproductive? Everyone has their opinion, but what’s the truth behind these increasingly popular viral video creators? Here’s something most people don’t realise: YouTube auditors can sometimes teach you more about your legal rights than even the police. That might … Read more
In recent years, DJI, the leading global drone maker, has increasingly come under scrutiny in the United States. Growing concerns over national security, data privacy, and geopolitical tensions have triggered a wave of regulatory and legislative actions, resulting in bans and restrictions on DJI drones. This article explores the key reasons behind the US’s crackdown … Read more
If you hang around drone forums long enough or chat with anyone unboxing their first DJI Mini, you’ll notice a pattern. Before range, camera quality, or even price, people always ask the same thing: “Do I need a license or registration to fly a drone?” It’s the question that never dies. And honestly, I get … Read more