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

7 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

7 ай бұрын

Or .. just do not update 🤔 befor this update is still 500m optilnal

@philipbloom

7 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

7 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

7 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...?

The most beautifully filmed technical / legal update film of its kind on the Internet. As always, thank you Mr. Bloom.

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙂

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

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom Alright Philip, I will send my complaints to your inbox if it breaks anything 😝

@rogerhalt3991

7 ай бұрын

If you have an accident, opting to not update software will make things difficult for you. Good luck.

@ivan.vatovic

7 ай бұрын

Have you tried the option Unlock Geo Zone in the app?

@Ivor-ii1ql

7 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?

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.

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.

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.

Nice one Philip 👌

Thank you, your videos always stand out!

Quality video as alwways Philip. Appreciate the effort! Still setting yourself apart from a lot of other creators.

Thank you very much for this video. As always, love when your cats show up. Keep the amazing work!

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

Ай бұрын

You HAVE to know most people don't have the time or inclination for that

@xl_wraith_lx5595

Ай бұрын

@@whatwelearned and your point is

@whatwelearned

Ай бұрын

@@xl_wraith_lx5595 That your humblebrag isn't very useful for 99% of people reading it

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

7 ай бұрын

but without the battery I'm below 250g >¤~¤

Great information, loving the shots of the Humber Bridge ❤ Happy flying all 😊

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.

Where on earth is this filmed. Beautiful! 😍 Good job Mr Bloom as always

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?

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).

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

7 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

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@alexandrosr5179 υπάρχουν ιδιωτικά εκπαιδευτικά κέντρα στα οποία δίνονται και οι εξετάσεις διαδικτιακα και είναι πιστοποιημένα από την πολιτική αεροπορία

@CaptOsage

7 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.

Fantastic information as always - I find your videos so relaxing to watch. Keep up the great work!

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.

Thank you Phillip. Another Master Class production that this community is so lucky to view. You are, indeed, a blessing to this platform.

dang dude if you don’t already do VO work you could def get some gigs, great informative and relaxing video.

Fantastic video, perfect explained and you have very good voice. Thanks a lot, and I follow you now! 👌🏽

Looking forward to the Air 3 review! Any year now 😄

Excellent review again Philip

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

7 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.

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 😬

the footages of these drones are insanely good... like they are so beautiful to watch

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

7 ай бұрын

That’s the same here and in the US. Do you need to fly near airports often?

@green.weekends

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@green.weekends you will have to buy an Autel unfortunately, unless you want one of my old drones!

@Argosh

7 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

7 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.

I was wondering where the cats where in your video, I had to wait till the end, thanks.

@philipbloom

7 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!\

It is nice to have a calm soothing voice explain all the rules I'm never going to comply with

@fpvDRE

3 ай бұрын

prob why we all need flyer ids now then 🙄

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!

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 !

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 .

Thanks for uploading. BTW, I miss your cats. 😍

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

head to kzread.info ! :)

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.............!

Brilliant video! Answered almost all of my questions, thank you. Will you be doing a Pocket 3 video?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Thank you. Yes, it will probably be out in December.

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.

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! 😊😍🙏

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.

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

7 ай бұрын

The Mavic 3 Pro is class 2 and is allowed to go above 120m on take off per the rules.

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

It’s only C0

@Belamarimages

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom I see, it's all a bit confusing....Thanks mr. Bloom! 👍

Nice clear Video

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

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

7 ай бұрын

Why?

@Panphobia

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@Panphobiawhich drone do you have?

@Panphobia

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom the Mini 3 Pro. Did I misunderstand the upcoming changes?

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

7 ай бұрын

You need neat video for the best noise reduction. Noise reduction in Davinci Resolve isn’t bad.

@Andyrewk

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom thank you for the feedback I will look into that!

Thanks very useful! Can we expect a Pocket 3 review?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

In December as I have other videos to get out in November. It’s very good though.

@paulomateus3083

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom thanks, will be looking for the Pocket 3 the movie :)

@6:16. where did you find that Manufacturer info?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

You’ve got to dig deep in the EASA website!

Great video, I'm having a djimini3pro, considering pro4 as there is 10 bit.

@E36uk

7 ай бұрын

I'm in the UK, how Air3 flying restrictions are much different to mini4Pro?

Your voice is so soothing. Sounds like a narrator in a movie.

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

7 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.

Totally not applicable since I live in the USA, but I watched anyway just because you produce the best content.

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

7 ай бұрын

Also requires additional qualifications on top of the standard OP id test online.

@Mrtempusfugit123

7 ай бұрын

​@@rogerhalt3991This process is not very demanding. It took me a few hours to complete the course and pass the test.

@rogerhalt3991

7 ай бұрын

@@Mrtempusfugit123 my point was the course is mandatory, at least in my country.

@anshsonagara5958

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@anshsonagara5958 only C0 or C1 drones AFAIK

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

7 ай бұрын

Only with sub 250g drones.

@Menelik.videos

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom ahhh... Thanks!

Will the Air 3 also be limited to 120m?

Mr Philip can you make a review film for DJI Osmo Pocket 3 pleaseeeeee!!!!!!!!

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

7 ай бұрын

I very much doubt it’s going to happen.

Hey. Great video, thank you for the info! Do you know if the declassification prompt will come up in Ireland? Ie Dublin? Cant seem to find this info anywhere. It is an EU country, but I'm not sure if they follow the same rules as other EU countries

@mrzoltanphoto

6 ай бұрын

I think they should follow. I am also in Dublin and in the same boat. Trying to decide if I should get the Mini 4 Pro and declassify it (and re-classify it to C1 next year, looks like this will be possible) or instead get the Air 3, in Ireland we might have better luck in these winds with the Air 3 but the Mini is so lightweight, hard to decide.

I hope you’re planning on doing your Movember fundraiser again this year!

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Yes, but I am still setting it up though.

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.

Hi, what can I do with my mini 3, that I have now? Is there any posibility to get the C0 label for it? And the update for the drone as well?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Did you watch the video? I cover this. Why do you want the C0 label for it?

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

7 ай бұрын

Yes it will.

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

7 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.

Excellent video Philip. Your mum is beautiful love her hair.

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

6 ай бұрын

You are able to override the 120m limit though.

Greta vid as usual 🎉

Lovely video

Little interest in drones, but love the photography.

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

7 ай бұрын

I say in my pinned comment that it varies per country. How is the Air 2 superior for you?

@SnorreSelmer

7 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

7 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

Ай бұрын

Does passing that same exam in Norway allow you to fly a drone over 250g, such as the Air 3?

@SnorreSelmer

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).

Hi Philip, it's been a while since your last (land) camera review, lots of good stuff came, zv-e1, dji pocket 3, iPhone 15Pro etc... Not pushing but should we expecting any soon?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Not soon, no. Sorry.

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Maybe iPhone will be sooner than others.

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

4 ай бұрын

Good to know you are still able to do it in 2024!

@torbenfunch9937

4 ай бұрын

What do you think about reatattching the C0 sticker?@@philipbloom

@Disciple814

4 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

4 ай бұрын

No i got mine used but just did the declasification.

@Disciple814

4 ай бұрын

@@torbenfunch9937 ah so you got a used one from 2023?

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

7 ай бұрын

Basically yes. But check your local laws as they vary per country.

@barbercosta

7 ай бұрын

Will do Mr. Bloom, Thanks once again and keep those videos coming🤌🏽👌🏽

@yoshy2628

7 ай бұрын

You can remove the C0 label and request 500m fly altitude, you can find info on youtube, how to do that.

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

@@yoshy2628 you know you are literally commenting on a video about this! 🤷🏻

Anyone know if you'll get the 'Declassification Prompt' in Ireland? As its an EU country and abides by the EASA. So I assume it'll work there?

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

7 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

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@shawn3d what limiting laws are you most against?

@philipbloom

7 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

7 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 🥹

I suppose this was to be expected with the audit channels pushing the boundaries. Can I ask. I have a Mavic 2 Pro and the original Mini. For ease of flying would it be better to sell them all and just get a Mini 4 Pro?

@edmunek

5 ай бұрын

just fly illegally. as every year they will tighten the screw, don't expect it will be any easier. you will buy mini4 now, in 2 years it will turn you will be legally only able to fly it inside your own flat...

Think you can spoof your GPS location to some location in Europe on your phone in order to get the option?

@philipbloom

6 ай бұрын

How??

Wait so my mini 4 pro bought after jan 1 will be a C1 or just if u classify it so u can use plus batteries?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Honestly, it’s really not complicated. What I said about class 1 and the mini 4 pro was total speculation which I made very clear. It’s a sub 250g, so it will be C9 and from the 1st January you won’t be able to declassify it like you currently can. That’s it.

I just got in the drone hobby and recently purchased a mini 4 pro. Could it still work?

Was that Ham Lands at one point in the video?

So if you declassify / remove the sticker. Can you still fly close to people and buildings?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Yes.

If I'm in the US and traveling to Europe, I would need to take a class to fly in Europe starting next year with a Mini 3 or 4?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

no, it depends on the country. Most just need you to register in the first country you will be flying in and display your number on it. Check the websites for the countries you are planning to go to.

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

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom Thank's , Philip. Then it's "sticker off", in my case. :-)

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

@@fredmagne good luck! I am doing mine on Friday when I visit France!

Am i right to think that with A2CofC you can still fly a Mavic 2 under A2?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Are you in the UK? If so, drone rules haven’t changed and won’t until January 2026 when drones will require C labels. Until then it’s still A2CofC for most drones.

Why does the "should you declassify" does not give a statement on "should you declassify"?

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

6 ай бұрын

Are you sure you watched the video? Literally everything you are asking is covered there.

@philipbloom

6 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.

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_

6 ай бұрын

yeah im wondering the same thing

@lilshex

6 ай бұрын

ye the video is slightly confusing

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

7 ай бұрын

When the new firmware comes out that will make it clear that it will limit the height, don’t install it.

@buckboon6595

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom but should I go through the procedure of taking off the c0 category?

So do we have nay limits for drones like Mini 3 PRO? I have 2 of them... and also Im in USA and I will be in EU this months so schould I bring both of them and try remove limitation or is just from Mini 4 Pro and newest models? ALSO what if I will purchase Mini 3 PRO in 2024 I also will be regulated to 120m?

@philipbloom

6 ай бұрын

Please watch the bit about the mini 3 pro and the impending firmware update for it that you shouldn’t install if you are planning on using it in the EU and need to override the height limit. I am surprised at some of the questions, I really thought I explained everything anyone needs to know very clearly. 🤷🏻😞

@1:42 why do all drone videos look like they're skipping frames?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

I only see it when moving fast and without the proper shutter speed, which was the case there. It was way too fast, I didn't have the correct ND on.

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

7 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

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom fair point 👍

What camera do you use to film drones?

@philipbloom

6 ай бұрын

Depends on the video. The ones I used are generally listed in be description.

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

6 ай бұрын

They don’t have a monopoly. Buy an Autel if you don’t want DJI, nowhere near as good though.

Hi, Can anyone please guide? Will Air 3 also be having hight restrictions of 120 meter in Europe, when bought after 2024? And when bought before 2024, up to what hight can one fly before and after 2024? Thanks Guys and Great video Mr. Bloom.

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

The height LOCK, not restriction, is limited to the Mini drones. Air 3 is fine.

@anshsonagara5958

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom Thank you very much for reply.

Hi Philip, great video. Thank you 🙏🏼 I live in Germany and based on your video I would declassify my drone. Is there a requirement that the drone must carry a label? Thank you.

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Thank you. I cover this in the video. Take another look at the declassification section. :)

@metrixc

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom I did some further research. It doesn’t matter. It falls under a different category. 👍🏼

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

7 ай бұрын

Possibly but they move so slowly it would probably take years for them to do anything!

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.

Hi Mrs. Bloom Thanks for this Philip. It certainly is creating some confusion among DJI pilots but what's the downside to declassifying it and attaining the 500m limit?

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

Thank you. As I said in my video, there’s no downside. If you are able to declassify it based on where you live, then do it before the end of the year. :)

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

@@Nils_Samp Sorry, but you need to look at the rules again. The drone is NOT C1 if they remove C0, it will be declassified and, therefore, is the same as the current rules for sub 250g drones. Look, I spent A LOT of time researching this and going back and forth with DJI to make sure I had the correct information. If you are going to quote the rules, then at least quote the correct ones, please! :)

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

I guess Nils had a change of heart and deleted his comment disagreeing with me..oh well!

@Nils_Samp

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom I think my comment got deleted because I posted the link to the EASA website. But yes you are right . I thought instead of C0 it becomes C1 but instead it is a "drone placed on the market before 01/01/2024" (I somehow missed that area on their website) and then you are able to fly over uninvolved people. so there really seems to be no downside :D

@philipbloom

7 ай бұрын

@@Nils_Samp yep, no downside that I have been able to see, DJI also said there is no downside. Let's see if that continues!

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 ;)

Just got myself dji mini 3, i live in UK. Will i be safe to keep updating my drone in UK and have no hight restriction? Even if i go to europe for vacation?

@philipbloom

6 ай бұрын

I cover this in the video. Please rewatch the section on the Mini 3 Pro!

Why wouldnt you be able to classify it again if its just software that controls the height restriction?

@philipbloom

7 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!

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

7 ай бұрын

I believe it’s too noisy to fit into the regs.

@OGGMagnus

7 ай бұрын

@@philipbloom Well that’s unfortunate it’s a great drone!