Is It Safe To Fly Low Over Water? A Compilation And “How To”

[Simon Cooper]

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[Bugalugs11]

Wow that's impressive

 

[H3Alpha]

Great video, but not really much of a "how to".

 

[Simon Cooper]

H3Alpha, thanks. Not much of a “how to” cos there really isn’t much to it - just concentrate on the drone.

 

[Highflyer]

nice scenery

 

[Koala Tails]

A few tips if you’re thinking of flying over water.

1.Start with fully charged batteries & don’t stretch the flight time.
2.Try to stay away from trees, if you watch “Utube Fails” the easiest way to make a quad swim is 1st hit a tree.
3.The Spark’s bottom senses are confused by moving water, even the ripples from prop wash. It won’t hover steadily.
4.Many bridges have metal in their construction, which interferes with radio & satellite signals.

Like Simon said concentrate on flying, keeping your spark safe.

 

[Barbara]

Nice videos, I like very muchly. Have you ever used or considered using those big styrofoam floatie things I've seen on Amazon?

Really looking forward to the water around here "softening" up a bit so I can try some low flying, or any flying really.

 

[Simon Cooper]

Koala Tails, thanks for the additional info. All very important stuff.

 

[Simon Cooper]

Barbara, thanks for your comments. I’ve seen those things but I haven’t really considered them.

 

[Simon Cooper]

Koala Tails, I added that important info to the comments on the YouTube video. Thanks.

 

[Koala Tails]

No worries Simon, I’m flattered.
I hope you are aware of the new Australian drone regulations that CASA is proposing. I have started a thread about it.

 

[Simon Cooper]

Koala Tails, no probs, thanks.
Yes, I am aware that all drones over 250g have to be registered. And a test? Pffft. No dramas. I have no issues with paying an annual, nominal fee and providing CASA with my details. I’m a Police Officer. I try to do the right thing and I’m mindful of being a conscientious drone pilot. I’m hoping one day to get my RPAS licence.
I’ll check out your thread.

 

[Satigger]

hi Simon Ive just joined the forum and yours was the first i read, you mention doing your RPAS licence, I'm in South Africa and am interested in what it costs in Australia? Thanks

 

[Simon Cooper]

Satigger, it used to cost $3,500 for a 5 day course. I think the costs have come down a little bit now though.

 

[Satigger]

Satigger, it used to cost $3,500 for a 5 day course. I think the costs have come down a little bit now though.

US OR Aussie

 

[Simon Cooper]

Aussie