Corrections: The Inspire 3 is actually C3 not C2 sadly. What I should have said in the video is that not all the countries in EASA airspace are the same; these rules are the minimum. Some countries have additional rules, such as in Greece, where you have to do the training and pass an exam to fly even the Mini drones. So please check what they are in your country. A question that I’ve seen asked elsewhere is if you declassify the drone and need to replace it with DJI Care refresh after the 1st of January 2024, will the replacement be declassified, too? Unfortunately, it will be C0, and you won’t be able to remove it. So basically, don’t crash next year! 🙃
@nicolasangelidis
11 ай бұрын
hello from Greece! nice video... bad news though... :( quick question... if I won't declassify my mini pro 4 and stay on my current firmware 01.00.0200 which allows me to fly above 120 m with the proper warning... will i be able to keep flying above 120 m after january 2024 if needed? thank you in advance!
@daddydanne27
11 ай бұрын
Or .. just do not update 🤔 befor this update is still 500m optilnal
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@nicolasangelidis thank you. As you are in Greece then update your firmware and declassify it. There is no downside for you in doing it.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@daddydanne27 then you won’t get any future firmware updates. If you are in the EU then just declassify it whilst you can.
@nicolasangelidis
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom wow... thank you for ur immediate answer!!! and i have to take this decission before january 1st 2024 or i can do it later...?
@TiredOfAllOfThis
11 ай бұрын
The most beautifully filmed technical / legal update film of its kind on the Internet. As always, thank you Mr. Bloom.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙂
@Grodstark
7 ай бұрын
I own a Mini 4 Pro and I can confirm this still works after 2024. At least where I live (Sweden) don't be sad if you bought it after 2023. For me and others it still works.
@Adventurist
11 ай бұрын
I never updated my Mini 3 Pro (or even connected to the internet) because I was afraid of stuff like this. In Croatia, for example, I got permission from local police to fly my drone at an abandoned military outpost. My old DJI drone, though, just would not fly because the area was labeled as a military zone. That is so unbelievably annoying.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
You really must; there have been huge improvements. They have not put in any limits and the one next month is entirely optional and will warn you. Update NOW before the latest update becomes one with a height lock.
@Adventurist
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom Alright Philip, I will send my complaints to your inbox if it breaks anything 😝
@rogerhalt3991
11 ай бұрын
If you have an accident, opting to not update software will make things difficult for you. Good luck.
@ivan.vatovic
10 ай бұрын
Have you tried the option Unlock Geo Zone in the app?
@Ivor-ii1ql
10 ай бұрын
Dali bi znao reč nešto više za zakone u Hrvatskoj za dronove i dali ako ja sada maknem 0 najljepnicu i zatraži do 500 m dali onda postaje kategorija do 900 g ili kako već?
@rogerk9021
8 ай бұрын
Norway - Updated my DJI Mini 4 Pro bought in January, and you can override the height limit if you want (although not legal to do).
@xl_wraith_lx5595
9 ай бұрын
ill continue building my own.... over 10 years now and not once have I ever been challenged by the authorities and not once have I ever had a flight lesson or paid drone tax.... I do however have some amazing footage and photos.....
@whatwelearned
5 ай бұрын
You HAVE to know most people don't have the time or inclination for that
@xl_wraith_lx5595
5 ай бұрын
@@whatwelearned and your point is
@whatwelearned
5 ай бұрын
@@xl_wraith_lx5595 That your humblebrag isn't very useful for 99% of people reading it
@HugoVarvoglis
11 ай бұрын
In Greece you need to pass the exams even in sub 250gr category if the drone has a camera but you get all the other benefits of A0 like flying near people etc. Your mum is adorable 😊
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Thanks Hugo. I forget to say that the rules are the minimum, and some countries have additional ones. I've put that info in the pinned comment. Cheers!
@alexandrosr5179
11 ай бұрын
Τι ακριβώς διαδικασία και που μπορεί κάποιος να πάρει αυτό το χαρτί (μιας και έρχομαι τα καλοκαίρια στην Ελλάδα από Αυστραλία) καιβδεν θέλω να χάσω τον χρόνο μου σε σχολεία κτλ.
@HugoVarvoglis
11 ай бұрын
@@alexandrosr5179 υπάρχουν ιδιωτικά εκπαιδευτικά κέντρα στα οποία δίνονται και οι εξετάσεις διαδικτιακα και είναι πιστοποιημένα από την πολιτική αεροπορία
@CaptOsage
11 ай бұрын
I wish we had exams for sub 250g drones here in Canada. It’s ridiculous that I have to pass an advanced licence exam just to fly in restricted airspace while someone can go to the store, buy a sub 250g and fly in the same airspace as me.
@green.weekends
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for this great review. Unfortunately, this is the only reason I sold my Air 2S. Since I primarily fly in urban areas, I needed the C1 label that the Air 3 offered. In addition to the new rules and regulations, I would add that in almost every EASA-regulated country, you also need permission from the Ministry of Defense and from TWR (Tower Control) if you fly near airports. It's getting more and more complicated to fly, and for that, I want to say thank you to all the individuals who flew their drones "responsibly" over the years.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
That’s the same here and in the US. Do you need to fly near airports often?
@green.weekends
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom You still need authorization from TWR even if you are two miles away. The drone literally won't take off. Once a week...more or less
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@green.weekends you will have to buy an Autel unfortunately, unless you want one of my old drones!
@Argosh
10 ай бұрын
Flying within the terminal control area of an airport required a clearance for decades. This is not a new thing. If you previously flew within a TCA without first getting a clearance then you were part of the "responsibly" flying crowd.
@green.weekends
10 ай бұрын
I take it you didn't read the comments? The DJI app prompted me to seek approval for my flight even though I was outside the TWR-controlled area, approximately two miles away. This is a new occurrence, as in the past, the app would not prompt for approval if you were outside the controlled zone.
@christopherjolly
11 ай бұрын
Here in Australia the only feature of our sub 250g category is to be able to fly within a 5.5km radius of an airport so long as the operator lands the drone immediately when an aircraft is seen/heard flying. Other than that all drones below 2kg are bound by the same laws (don’t fly within a 30m radius of a person, never fly over people, fly only during daytime, don’t fly above 120m, maintain visual line of sight, don’t fly in a way that could cause property damage) and require the operator to register their drone and become accredited by passing an online test with Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
@VinnyUnion
10 ай бұрын
but without the battery I'm below 250g >¤~¤
@NoahBuehler
10 ай бұрын
These rules are absolutely stupid! I live in the alps, where you basically can't fly if you have a hight restriction. As most often you would take of from the valley. Heck even the 500m limit is annoying. The solution would be to actually get ADS-B to work propperly, and get drones to avoid Aircraft automatically even if they are far away.
@FelixCervantes
11 ай бұрын
Makes a big diffierence what is the frame rate of your monitor when watching your videos. My monitor was set to 24p and your video was stuttering like crazy. Switched over to 25p and it is now beautiful . Got to remember to always to switch to 25p when watching a Philip Bloom video.
@MaxRovensky
8 ай бұрын
It is nice to have a calm soothing voice explain all the rules I'm never going to comply with
@fpvDRE
6 ай бұрын
prob why we all need flyer ids now then 🙄
@steveschnetzler5471
11 ай бұрын
I was wondering where the cats where in your video, I had to wait till the end, thanks.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Sevvy appears not too far from the beginning when she lived on Eleni Beach. Unfortunately, I didn't get any of my other cats in this one. I made up for it with my mum!\
@joepphoto
9 ай бұрын
Quality video as alwways Philip. Appreciate the effort! Still setting yourself apart from a lot of other creators.
@danorman_
10 ай бұрын
brilliant video. basically, as a mini 3 pro owner, don't bother with doing any updates in the future. i love my drone as is so don't see the need to anyway
@fredmagne
10 ай бұрын
Regarding dowsides, and as you are commenting in your video at around 10:18. In DJI's own "Risk Reminder", they state that: "After January 1, 2024, once the C0 label is removed (without Cx label), the aircraft can only fly under specific category (by applying for flight authorization through SORA) and are no longer allowed to fly in A1 environments." The last half sentance is the most important. I'm probably wrong, but for me this sounds like I have to stay further away from people (150m), and some other restrictions. But as said, hopefully I'm wrong.
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
No, I even addressed this. The aim of this video was to make things clear for everyone. It’s very bad wording from them. Look at the terms and conditions on the application form. It clearly states you can fly in the a1 open subcategory when declassified. If what you are quoting was correct then you would never be able to fly a declassified mini 4 pro drone. You are saying it can’t even fly in the a3 open subcategory and only in the special category. To fly in the special category it needs to have certain hardware specifications which it does not even have! It is saying you can only fly over 120m in the special category when declassified which you can’t do with it anyway. It’s very very bad wording. I told them this and they didn’t respond. I tried! There are no downsides but if you are worried then it’s easy, don’t do it! I am. Thank you. 😊
@fredmagne
10 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom Thank's , Philip. Then it's "sticker off", in my case. :-)
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
@@fredmagne good luck! I am doing mine on Friday when I visit France!
@seanp2k617
11 ай бұрын
dang dude if you don’t already do VO work you could def get some gigs, great informative and relaxing video.
@robertpdavenportii2908
10 ай бұрын
Moms are always the best examples of human beings, your's is quite lovely strolling about with her taller son! Clearly she is used to your blasted cameras, lol.
@planesstevee
10 ай бұрын
Building and flying drones 12 years ago was great. Then DJI drones showed up, And I knew it would not be long before the system restricts drones. That is why i still have my old drones with the naza flight controller !
@ilcomendante
10 ай бұрын
Where on earth is this filmed. Beautiful! 😍 Good job Mr Bloom as always
@unusedTV
10 ай бұрын
Mini 3 Pro is at the end of its life? Let's not kid ourselves, people still fly perfectly fine with Mini 2s. So then the M3P has some life left as well. Even if it doesn't get new features anymore, that's far from the end of its life. Let's not get too caught up in the consumeristic mindset of always "needing" the newest and most shiny thing. Use things until they break. Then repair them if viable. Give products as long a life as possible.
@OnRideVideos
11 ай бұрын
Thanks, very helpful video, and nice to see a cameo from Mes Bloom! Will be de-classifying my Mini 4 Pro when I travel to the French Alps next month.
@DominusFeles
11 ай бұрын
Looking forward to the Air 3 review! Any year now 😄
@Anonymous99997
9 ай бұрын
Totally not applicable since I live in the USA, but I watched anyway just because you produce the best content.
@ChunterGB
11 ай бұрын
DJI Dec 23 "release the mini 3 pro firmware that locks it to 120m", DJI Jan 24 "Now release the firmware for waypoints for mini 3 pro". I can see that coming lol. Great video as ever Mr bloom.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Thank you. I asked them if they would bring out waypoints and cruise control for the Mini 3 Pro next year, then said they processor is already maxed out, so no.
@jamesprecious1035
11 ай бұрын
Thank you Phillip. Another Master Class production that this community is so lucky to view. You are, indeed, a blessing to this platform.
@joebyvictor2619
6 ай бұрын
Philip your Mum is so cool! Great video explaining this complex situation. Thanks for all your research and work on this! I have an old Mavic Pro which I’ve not flown since licensing came in - want to get back in to flying and considering a new drone purchase and wondering which line to go for. For me the restrictions on my old drone just took all the fun out and kind of scared me off flying it. So I want a drone that is capable for getting some really gorgeous footage but that I don’t lose years off my life worrying about flying!
@Teh-Penguin
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for mentioning the Air 3. I admit I felt the pressure a little to buy the Mini 4 Pro before christmas to get the 500m limit, but the Air 3 isn't that much more expensive and is a much better drone. Doesn't pack as lightly though.
@rogerhalt3991
11 ай бұрын
Also requires additional qualifications on top of the standard OP id test online.
@Mrtempusfugit123
11 ай бұрын
@@rogerhalt3991This process is not very demanding. It took me a few hours to complete the course and pass the test.
@rogerhalt3991
11 ай бұрын
@@Mrtempusfugit123 my point was the course is mandatory, at least in my country.
@anshsonagara5958
10 ай бұрын
Hi, Can anyone please guide? Will Air 3 also be having hight restrictions of 120 meter in Europe, when bought after 2024?
@Teh-Penguin
10 ай бұрын
@@anshsonagara5958 only C0 or C1 drones AFAIK
@johnliquori
11 ай бұрын
I hope you’re planning on doing your Movember fundraiser again this year!
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Yes, but I am still setting it up though.
@PhillipSkraba
11 ай бұрын
I'm shocked at three things - how long you've hidden all these breathtakingly beautiful shots from us, how confusing this all is and how little detail you went into. Please consider making a more detailed 2nd part.
@bdogplayz6984
10 ай бұрын
I got a mini 4 pro few days ago, I can set it to 120+ meters so they must have changed it
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
and where do you live?
@lee4318
11 ай бұрын
Excellent video Philip. Your mum is beautiful love her hair.
@Badgerseed
8 ай бұрын
Great information, loving the shots of the Humber Bridge ❤ Happy flying all 😊
@rabbitazteca23
10 ай бұрын
the footages of these drones are insanely good... like they are so beautiful to watch
@ccc3
10 ай бұрын
This is a nice loophole, but if the declassification gets abused it takes only one line of text in the EASA rules to make all unclassified drones banned in urban areas regardless of weight
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
Possibly but they move so slowly it would probably take years for them to do anything!
@Petar120
10 ай бұрын
I really want to buy a drone but I hate the fact that DJI has a monopoly on it, I wish there was more competition in this space
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
They don’t have a monopoly. Buy an Autel if you don’t want DJI, nowhere near as good though.
@shawn3d
11 ай бұрын
Great info as always Phillip, it’s crazy that they implementing heavy regulations in place when as of this date there hasn’t been one recorded human fatality from commercial drones 🤷♂️
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Does there have to be a fatality before safety measurements are implemented? Also, are they really have regulations? Class 0 has huge freedom. Class 1 and 2 are simple and inexpensive training/ exam that lasts for 5 years. 🤷🏻
@shawn3d
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom I think after having drones around for a while now, the track record is pretty incredible with safety and the hardware technology is just getting more advanced with even less risk. So I don’t see the point in implementing new limiting laws when everything was fine all along. Unless I’m missing something? When it comes to exams, if they are inexpensive and easy to get, then I suppose it would be acceptable
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@shawn3d what limiting laws are you most against?
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@shawn3d there’s been a lot of near misses, including with a child. I am shocked there haven’t been as I see how reckless some people are with them.
@shawn3d
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom the 120m limiting law. As for the kid with the near miss, that’s pretty hectic and I agree there are some really reckless “pilots”. That’s why I don’t mind a basic competency qualification for those types of situations. I’m just concerned that more unnecessary limiting flight restrictions are implemented in future 🥹
@boandersen7743
8 ай бұрын
Just declassified my newly bought DJI Mini 4 Pro drone. It was bought from a local dealer after the 1st of January 2024. So it seems like DJI are not yet enforcing the rule of having to have been buying the drone before the 1st of January, or they are just wanting to act nice to an old slow guy like me. Actually I guess DJI has no idea at all regarding when my drone was bought, so not wanting to annoy me in case this drone was actually bought in december as a christmas present from my wife (which would have been a very nice gesture from her - but sadly it was not). DJI are not requesting any form of copy of the invoice - only two pictures showing the bottom of the drone before and after removing the C0-label from the drone. However this procedure might not be possible for those buying a Mini 4 Pro directly from DJI, since DJI then will know the exact date of purchase. I´m extremely happy to now be able to have my drone climb up the norwegian mountains when soon going there again this year. Being limited to only go 120 meters vertically from the point of take-off is nothing in such a place. Thanks for the great tip Philip! And for some fantastic reviews - watching your stuff is like going to the cinemas. If I just ever can be that good at using my new drone ...
@BrunoVilelaIS
11 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for this video. As always, love when your cats show up. Keep the amazing work!
@robinsmith9734
10 ай бұрын
Just loved seeing your MUM, Phillip. No height restrictions on the street. You excel in your continuing zeal to fathom the mind of the Production team, DJI, poor things. Next, we may be compelled to scan a QR code to start. As everything is in China.............!
@Belamarimages
11 ай бұрын
They’ll probably offer sharpness and noise settings for Mavic 3 Pro after 1th January, so if you’ll want that, you’ll also be blocked at 120m max height. 💥 BTW, love thise Phantom 4 Pro shots! Used to have it and V2 version….❤️
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
The Mavic 3 Pro is class 2 and is allowed to go above 120m on take off per the rules.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
It’s only C0
@Belamarimages
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom I see, it's all a bit confusing....Thanks mr. Bloom! 👍
@BlackPanther-yv7ib
10 ай бұрын
Your voice is so soothing. Sounds like a narrator in a movie.
@Walk4r
8 ай бұрын
In Thailand - I can set it to 500m which is epic, but law is 90m, so that sucks.
@DMProductions
11 ай бұрын
Nice one Philip 👌
@madmax404
10 ай бұрын
All this seems q bit funny for someone with a Fimi X8 with no limits anywhere, outside the 500m one. DJI could use a bit more competition though, especially more hackable drones
@Menelik.videos
10 ай бұрын
Very nice! Just curious, I noticed that you were flying your drone over the bridge... are you allowed in England to fly over moving cars? Here in the US, we can't.
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
Only with sub 250g drones.
@Menelik.videos
10 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom ahhh... Thanks!
@EinfachFredhaftGaming
10 ай бұрын
What do you mean "first time they restricted the height"? My very first dji mini did that allready, my current Air 2 S aswell
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
You are able to override the 120m limit though.
@torbenfunch9937
8 ай бұрын
I just did the declasification. Super easy! I then installed the C0 sticker again.... I think it may just be easier to show the drone if someone is asking questions when flying in the city... No intentions of flying above 120 here in EU but now the option is there for my upcoming trip to Sri Lanka:)
@philipbloom
8 ай бұрын
Good to know you are still able to do it in 2024!
@torbenfunch9937
8 ай бұрын
What do you think about reatattching the C0 sticker?@@philipbloom
@Disciple814
7 ай бұрын
What do you mean you're still able to declassify it? So is there a possibility or any way to fly the Mini 4 pro above 120m bought in 2024?
@torbenfunch9937
7 ай бұрын
No i got mine used but just did the declasification.
@Disciple814
7 ай бұрын
@@torbenfunch9937 ah so you got a used one from 2023?
@orangeblack1285
9 ай бұрын
Why does the "should you declassify" does not give a statement on "should you declassify"?
@JustinBainbridgeYT
11 ай бұрын
did you ever hear back from DJI about removing the EU restrictions whilst being outside the EU? I will be flying there soon but not before next year.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
I very much doubt it’s going to happen.
@timothygeithner6714
10 ай бұрын
I live in canada, and the law is that sub 250 drones are free to fly wherever and bellow 500m, so getting a 4pro is very useful.
@skipmcilvaine
11 ай бұрын
Brilliant video! Answered almost all of my questions, thank you. Will you be doing a Pocket 3 video?
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Thank you. Yes, it will probably be out in December.
@skrotfiske
11 ай бұрын
I believe the Air 2S doesn't comply with the C1 label because it's too loud
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
It does make a bit of a noise, but nowhere near as bad as the Air 2!
@skrotfiske
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom True! I did see a forum post on the DJI Forum that the Air 2S couldn't get the C1 label because of the noise. I guess neither can the Air 2 in that case. I don't think it was a official DJI representative that said this though so if we're lucky it gets the C1 label. I had to sell my Air 2S which i love and get the Air 3 so i could keep working here in Sweden next year.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@skrotfiske at least it’s a much better drone!
@mirkoema
9 ай бұрын
In Italy all drones KZitemr are talking only about MTOM, not defined by DJI to other drones than mini 2 se and mini 4. Mini 3 pro and others doesn’t have it.. you didn’t even talk about that… just to say… different interpretation of Easa rules in different countries… ;)
@rianamic.b
10 ай бұрын
I recently bought my dji mini 4 pro on 10/28 , I updated to the latest firmware version before heading to Portugal to fly it. I was unable to fly due to the C0 and battery plus weight restrictions and alerts that would come on the RC controller . I am back home in the US and dont have plans to return to EU before 2024 to declassify it. Am I just out of luck now since it’s updated to the latest version ? I’m tempted to return it back to the store .
@Panphobia
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great video. This is so essential for me, that I actually went to the trouble of creating an automation that opens whenever I open the DJI app, to remind me to NEVER update that drone 😂
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Why?
@Panphobia
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom I tend to just tap on the “update” button when the notification in the app appears. I live in quite a hilly region, so updating by “accident” and being stuck with the 120m height-restriction would be a bummer
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@Panphobiawhich drone do you have?
@Panphobia
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom the Mini 3 Pro. Did I misunderstand the upcoming changes?
@ThePhobicFlyer
10 ай бұрын
Great video Philip. Just about to let my PDRA01 lapse which I originally got in 2016 as a PFAW/PFCO. I've got an A2CofC for my P4Pro and a M3Pro and will keep my insurance. I'm not paying for a GVC conversion and as PPL pilot, I've decide to focus on that. Nice vid.
@YTBraN
10 ай бұрын
So to clarify, if you buy a mini 4 pro before January but don't actually visit the EU until after Jan 2024 can you still get it declassified then to fly to 500m, or does it have to be done this year?
@TomTravels_
10 ай бұрын
yeah im wondering the same thing
@lilshex
10 ай бұрын
ye the video is slightly confusing
@shay8202
10 ай бұрын
I have a DJI mini 2….Do I need to do anything? 👀 I’m useless at keeping track on information about the laws of flying.. I just go out and enjoy flying…
@TheoWerewolf
10 ай бұрын
When I heard about this I immediately went to start the declassification process, but then stopped for two reasons: 1. I don't live in the EU and in my country, we get 500m limit now. (Still relevant since I may well want to fly my drone in the EU at some point.) 2. MOST of my flights are under 120m AGL now. They're also usually in urban areas and over uninvolved people, ie: A1 areas. So C0 is perfect. If I declassified and let the drone lapse into C1, I lose the ability to fly over uninvolved people which makes urban flight very tricky to gain the ability to fly to 500m AGL which I almost never do. I'd also have to take operators training and pass tests which isn't the case for C0. One note though: You show the C0 restrictions as : No flight expected over uninvolved people (if it happens, overflight should be minimised); No flight over assemblies of people; Maintain flight altitude below 120m above ground level. But I'm literally looking at the EASA page right now "How to operate drones in the open category from 01/01/2024 (These provisions already apply to drones with C-class marks)" and that's the C1 restrictions. (civil-drones:drones-regulatory-framework-background:open-category-civil-drones - this is on the EASA Europa EU site... sorry KZitem doesn't allow embedding links) The C0 restrictions are: May fly over uninvolved people (should be avoided when possible) No flight over assemblies of people
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
Be declassifying the mini 4 Pro you don’t suddenly become C1. That’s a specific classification. You are DECLASSIFYING it, so it becomes like the Mini 3 Pro is currently.
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
Also the the rules vary in different EU countries. You also don’t state where you live. I was in France at the weekend as was able to declassify mine before coming back to the UK. It was a no-brainer.
@hongk0ngfu3y
10 ай бұрын
what percentage of people just cant be arsed with all the hoops you need to jump through and will just not bother.
@東方1.0485東方
10 ай бұрын
Me for one. I just fly illegally. All these EU regulations are way too much nonsense. Guess I'm lucky it's just a hobby for me.
@ConstantinSPurcea
11 ай бұрын
I love my Air 2S... Don't feel that just because they can't be bothered to classify it, that I should upgrade to another drone like the Mavic 3 whatever whatever. I also don't want the Mini 4 whatever, as it doesn't compare to the Air 2S.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
It’s all about how you can legally use it. If you don’t care about following the rules then that’s your decision. You strangely went from the Air 2s to the Mavic 3 and forgot the superb Air 3.
@ConstantinSPurcea
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom I don't recall all their model designations. However, my point is, if it ain't broke, why all the "waste" when you can fly a perfectly functional drone? As a larger picture it seems a bit wasteful to keep reclassifying things endlessly and requiring new hardware all the time, be it with drones, cars, electric scooters or what have you. Not too sure what their ultimate aim is, but surely it's not like the Air 2S will murder people but the Air 3 won't. I know they have their slight differences, but MOST of this is just software. It's the European Union that has the guidelines too stringent and confusing that's causing a lot of problems. And in all honesty, they don't 100% know what they're doing either.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@ConstantinSPurcea what’s this “reclassifying” endlessly? Next year is literally the first time in the history of drones that there will be classifications that actually exist and mean something in the EU. 🤷🏻 I don’t think they are too stringent. The fact we have a Class 0 with huge freedom for even commercial work is great, especially with 2 fantastic drones under 250g for it.
@vegasti
11 ай бұрын
The Inspire 3 can not be flown under the A2 category as it's classified C3. So you need specific or fly it under the rather restrictive A3 😬
@TimeBreakPictures
11 ай бұрын
Thank you, your videos always stand out!
@BasvanBodegraven
9 ай бұрын
Fantastic video, perfect explained and you have very good voice. Thanks a lot, and I follow you now! 👌🏽
@aluarts
11 ай бұрын
I wouldn't be able to fly in half of Basel, because of the 5km radius from the airport. I guess without the C0 Lable you're not allowed to fly there anymore...
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
I don’t understand. You can’t fly near airport even with C0 label.
@user1337BE
3 ай бұрын
I just got in the drone hobby and recently purchased a mini 4 pro. Could it still work?
@bigglyguy8429
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for confirming I should just keep my little X1 and not bother again with all this faffing about...
@tomasprochazka6198
11 ай бұрын
Again, how is it with private builds? How they can know WHEN the drone was built? How it is with spare parts? It's kind of Theseus' paradox. What if I will slowly replace all parts over time? Because, you know, drones crash and they need repair.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
I’ve said I am not covering private builds.
@MarceloGori
11 ай бұрын
After loosing few DJI Drones and was considering to get a Mini 4 Pro to my world travel due to those regulations I am re-considering to get a Air 3 instead. Thanks for your contributions! 😊😍🙏
@julius43461
10 ай бұрын
I am completely lost on this. Is this a ban on flying higher than 120m? What exactly does a firmware update or removing the label has to do with it? We can either fly higher than 120m without a licence or we can't. What am I missing? Damn I am stupid when it comes to crap like this.
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
It’s very simple. It’s about the ground level changing. Rewatch that section.
@alexdhall
24 күн бұрын
4:45: Kitteh! 😻
@buckboon6595
11 ай бұрын
I have a dji mini 3 pro, what would my best option be in this case? Im a bit confused. I live in Europe
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
When the new firmware comes out that will make it clear that it will limit the height, don’t install it.
@buckboon6595
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom but should I go through the procedure of taking off the c0 category?
@Andyrewk
11 ай бұрын
I usually use -1 -1 on sharpness and noise but only because I don’t have sophisticated enough software to remove noise in post it does alright but it’s not a sure fire mix. Once I get something like topaz I’ll consider dropping down again
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
You need neat video for the best noise reduction. Noise reduction in Davinci Resolve isn’t bad.
@Andyrewk
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom thank you for the feedback I will look into that!
@ftwo
8 ай бұрын
Just for clarification purposes, if I now buy a previously used Mini 4 Pro from eBay. Will I still be able to declassify it?
@philipbloom
8 ай бұрын
I have no idea if the declassification program is still going nor do I have an answer to this. You need to ask DJI directly.
@TheBioniXman
10 ай бұрын
Little interest in drones, but love the photography.
@NabilNaidu
11 ай бұрын
Mr Philip can you make a review film for DJI Osmo Pocket 3 pleaseeeeee!!!!!!!!
@allegriach
11 ай бұрын
EASA changed their text. It’s no longer bought before 2024 it’s now "placed on market" before 2024. That’s a difference and takes out the rush of a quick decision.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Can you please clarify what you are referring to as the "bought before the 1st January 2024" is not EASA but the restriction that DJI are saying for removing C0 from the Mini 4 Pro.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
DJI will not offer the removal of the C0 label for drones sold from the 1st January 2024. It is on THIS date that the C labels properly kick in, and which will stop them from offering declassification. Look, as I've stated in other comments I researched this to death and had a lot of back and forth with DJI to confirm everything and answers my dozens of questions. They also viewed this video as I wanted to make sure everything was factually correct. EVEN if you are right, why I do not believe you are, and they could offer declassification next year, that is up to them and they have said they will not be doing so. Are you deciding whether to declassify yours or to whether will buy one before the end of the year?
@allegriach
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom I think DJI slightly communicates different in comparison to EASA. I just send you a e-mail. If this is relevant or not is not sure and in need of further provements... Complicated as hell as well...
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@allegriach it really doesn't matter. DJI have clearly stated what they are doing, whether people like it or not.
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
@@ach1798the Mini 4 will 100% be sold as a class 0 drone. It would be madness for them to sell it as class 1. The freedom class 0 offers is huge. Having to take paid training to fly it would be a big sales killer. Also, whilst labels will be printed on them if they did offer the ability to have your C0 Mini 4 Pro reclassified on request to C1 in the EU to override the height lock, I am sure it will be fine to put a sticker over the C0. 😊
@RoubenFreeman
11 ай бұрын
Love the shots of the Severn Bridge! I'm interested to know more about that shoot. Did you shoot it before the VLOS rules changed? I have shied away from flying over main roads because of the congested areas requirement but am I being too cautious?
@adventvalor
9 ай бұрын
Question: As an American drone operator do I need to do the declassification process or leave it be? Really trying to get the gist of should I or should I not do it as well as why I would do it.
@philipbloom
9 ай бұрын
Are you sure you watched the video? Literally everything you are asking is covered there.
@philipbloom
9 ай бұрын
This applies to countries in the European Union only. The only way it might affect you is if you take your Mini 4 Pro to Europe one day, then you will have the restriction.
@shafx1987
11 ай бұрын
Why wouldnt you be able to classify it again if its just software that controls the height restriction?
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Please explain what you mean by “classify it again”. DJI are only allowed to do this until the end of the year as the C labels are mandatory for new drones from Jan 2024, so they won’t be able to sell people them and then remove them. Same for any replacements on care refresh. They are somewhat bending the rules already as it is. Not sure why it being software only matters. The law is the law. If you don’t like it buy an Air 3!
@nobby-green
11 ай бұрын
Excellent review again Philip
@thomasdesloovere4200
9 ай бұрын
Had i know this i would have bought one
@adan30marquezam
11 ай бұрын
So if i buy the mini 4 pro and declassify it I can still do firmware updates next year and keep my 500m limit? You mentioned that you can still update but I didn’t quite get whether that update will take away the 500m limit. Cause it sounds like if I update my mini 3 pro it’s going to automatically apply 120m limit even if I don’t apply to C0 label
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
I would have said if updating firmware would put the limit back in. Remember, I said you can’t go back to class 0 once it’s done.
@swoondrones
9 ай бұрын
Is this C0 label only something to do with the UK? I would presume so, correct? It's got nothing to do with other countries, right?
@philipbloom
9 ай бұрын
You couldn’t have watched this video if you are asking this question…
@ScoobieDee
11 ай бұрын
Hey Phillip , thanks for this , So I am going to Spain next month, will the drone recognise that I am in Spain and give me the declassification option?
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Yes it will.
@SnorreSelmer
10 ай бұрын
In Norway you still need to do the registration and basic exam for sub-250g drones. I got the Air 2 a year ago (I considered it to be superior to the 2S for my uses), and I’m also very sad that it wasn’t retroactively certified. But oh well, I’ll just have to get the Air 3 next year. One benefit with getting the Air 2 is that I had to get the extended A2 license.
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
I say in my pinned comment that it varies per country. How is the Air 2 superior for you?
@SnorreSelmer
10 ай бұрын
@@philipbloomUh, so I fired up the DJI spec-comparison to double-check, and I can only find one place where they deviate in favor of the Ari 2 over the Air 2S, and that's minimum operating temperature (Air 2 is rated for -10C, the Air 2S is rated for 0C). I initially got the Air 2 because it had 4k60 with D-Cinelike over what I though was a "worse" constellation of video-specs on the Air 2S, but I see the Air 2S has a larger sensor and D-Log M... I guess I "did a dum"... :D The Air 3 just got a lot more interesting, but it's mostly end of flying-season, so that can wait 'till spring.
@SnorreSelmer
10 ай бұрын
Oh right, now I remember (because I haven't really used it much)... The Air 2 had anamorphic filters readily available! :D
@SevernayaCI
4 ай бұрын
Does passing that same exam in Norway allow you to fly a drone over 250g, such as the Air 3?
@SnorreSelmer
4 ай бұрын
@@SevernayaCI the Air 3 is C1, so you only need the basic A1/A3 training to fly it, and then sign an online form stating you've done some flight maneuvers training, and you're done. No need for the A2 test anymore (for the Air 3).
@wedrivetheworld
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for this I had a PFco which has now lapsed I fly sensibly obviously and within the guidelines I use the Mavic 2 pro it’s superb the video is everything I need and the panorama photos are what I specialise in I wouldn’t be without it we are currently driving round the world sitting in Türkiye at the moment what would you suggest I do to fly legally we are going to the states and I’m happy to spend the money on an exam so I’m 100% legal over there because we’re going to be there for a year or more also should I upgrade the 2pro does any other drone do the panoramas like the 21 shot mavic pro2 does ? Thanks in advance you got a new subscription great video
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
Sorry, I don’t know the laws for unclassified drones in the USA. All the drones do the panoramas. The Mavic 3 Pro and Air 3 are great drones.
@LISTEDGames
11 ай бұрын
So if you declassify / remove the sticker. Can you still fly close to people and buildings?
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Yes.
@MK-Creator
11 ай бұрын
@6:16. where did you find that Manufacturer info?
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
You’ve got to dig deep in the EASA website!
@barbercosta
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for the awesome video. I’m from Portugal and just bought a mini 4 pro last Monday, still didn’t unboxed it cause I’ve been a bit confused with all this C0 label coming off or not. So from what I understood, there’s no reason for me not to remove the C0 label, the only thing is that if I want to fly it higher than 120mts I’ll have to get an authorization, correct? Thanks in advance👍🏽
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
Basically yes. But check your local laws as they vary per country.
@barbercosta
11 ай бұрын
Will do Mr. Bloom, Thanks once again and keep those videos coming🤌🏽👌🏽
@yoshy2628
10 ай бұрын
You can remove the C0 label and request 500m fly altitude, you can find info on youtube, how to do that.
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
@@yoshy2628 you know you are literally commenting on a video about this! 🤷🏻
@mike1506tube
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for uploading. BTW, I miss your cats. 😍
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
head to kzitem.info ! :)
@KenToney
11 ай бұрын
I like my mini 4 pro but photos much better with Mavic 3 pro, guess that’s a given
@yoshy2628
10 ай бұрын
Mavic 3 pro costs 2000, mini 4 pro is only 900. Why would you even compare them?
@JePeVePe
10 ай бұрын
What kind of people make these kind of rules (and change them all the time)...
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
How are they changing them all the time? Please give examples. Thanks.
@jimvh7557
11 ай бұрын
Mom looks more like a sister than a mother 😉👍
@Dave-sb4iy
10 ай бұрын
Hi Philip, great video, very informative. I have a M4P and spend quite a bit of time in Spain; I have the 120m restriction, which can be annoying when trying to capture the sunset over the mountain, but only if I’ve taken off from the wind shadow at the base. I acknowledge all your comments and there does not appear to be any downside to declassification, we’ll not from logical interpretation of the regulations. However, has anyone asked EASA for clarification? My concern is that their interpretation may well be different in 2024 and only then does the downside become apparent. Hence, my question as to specific clarification direct from EASA? I purchased the M4P for the benefits of a sub 250g / C0 drone and don’t want to lose them! Cheers, Dave.
@philipbloom
10 ай бұрын
Here’s my take on this. DJI clearly state you can still fly in the a1 sub category when it’s removed, this is in the terms and conditions. So if EASA change their mind DJI will be obligated to reclassify them.
@Dave-sb4iy
10 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom fair point 👍
@OGGMagnus
11 ай бұрын
I have the Air 2s, so it’s annoying that I can’t just get a sticker to stick on update it and be in A1 instead of A3
@philipbloom
11 ай бұрын
I believe it’s too noisy to fit into the regs.
@OGGMagnus
11 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom Well that’s unfortunate it’s a great drone!
@Digitalfiendscom
11 ай бұрын
Fantastic information as always - I find your videos so relaxing to watch. Keep up the great work!
@Amn3sia217
3 ай бұрын
I recently bought a DJI Mini 4k about 1 week ago and removed the limit from 120M to 500M. So now I have my drone declassified, even after January 1, 2024. I assume that the rules stated in the video are covered after January 1, 2024 as well. Do I need a label? Cx or C1? Or i only need it to fly in A1 or A3? Will I continue to receive brand updates?
@philipbloom
3 ай бұрын
How did you remove the restriction?
@Amn3sia217
3 ай бұрын
@@philipbloom I removed the restriction in the DJI Fly app, in the button that says "require higher altitude" below the set maximum altitude button
@davewallace5008
10 ай бұрын
Yet a bird or birds can fly at any height, go figure. I will stick with my potensic 6km, there no limitations to the drone and I have flown it to the top of Emley moor tv mast ;) Although the electronics went a little wild. Great to see the world from above ;)
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