Winter is Coming

Gadget Inspector · Aug 29, 2019

I have always been reluctant to fly during the winter, but I think I'm ready. I know what some of you will think about this.....Trust me, I'm not trying to rush things, but it's right around the corner. Summer came late and seems to be leaving early here in Michigan. I'm excited to do some flight plans because I have a really cool spot with tons of trees and a river, so I'm seeing a time lapsed fall to winter video in my future. Have you done anything like that? If so I'd love to see it.

Ansia · Aug 29, 2019

@Agustine can tell you all about his experiences while flying in the winter. I believe there is a thread about it somewhere in here.

Drone_guy · Aug 30, 2019

I have flown in winter but winter in the south doesn't get anywhere near what you guys get in Michigan. Personally I prefer flying in the cooler weather because summer is ungodly hot here and I don't like to sweat my *** off while trying to enjoy my hobby!

Jagerbomb52 · Aug 30, 2019

Where I live you need one of these winter mittens for your hands and controller. Best investment I ever made for winter flying.

Drone_guy · Aug 30, 2019

Agustine said:
Where I live you need one of these winter mittens for your hands and controller. Best investment I ever made for winter flying.
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That's pretty awesome!

Gadget Inspector · Sep 6, 2019

Agustine said:
Where I live you need one of these winter mittens for your hands and controller. Best investment I ever made for winter flying.
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Oh snap, got a link to where you got it!? I need this for sure.

Jagerbomb52 · Sep 6, 2019

There are many different kinds. Even ones with a small heat strip LOL
I got these from Banggood,

Warm Glove Cold Air Shield Hood Hand Warmer Case for RC Transmitter

Only US$16.99. Keep your hands warm while operating your RC transmitter with this warm glove cold air shield hood hand warmer. It provides protection against cold air and ensures a comfortable grip.

www.banggood.com

IronSky1 · Sep 6, 2019

I fly all the time down to about 15 F that is my limit with my Parrot and DJIs never had any real issues. If the snow is deep I just put 2.5 foam balls on legs {2" on Anafi) also useful if it goes in the drink.

Todd L. · Sep 14, 2019

Gadget Inspector said:
I have always been reluctant to fly during the winter, but I think I'm ready. I know what some of you will think about this.....Trust me, I'm not trying to rush things, but it's right around the corner. Summer came late and seems to be leaving early here in Michigan. I'm excited to do some flight plans because I have a really cool spot with tons of trees and a river, so I'm seeing a time lapsed fall to winter video in my future. Have you done anything like that? If so I'd love to see it.

Hi from Minnesota

Winter is coming indeed. Take some video snowmobiling or just out on the lake. I just make sure my sc3's battery is wrapped with hand warmers. The drones battery seems to do pretty well even at 0 Deg F.

Air Raid · Sep 15, 2019

Gadget Inspector said:
I have always been reluctant to fly during the winter, but I think I'm ready. I know what some of you will think about this.....Trust me, I'm not trying to rush things, but it's right around the corner. Summer came late and seems to be leaving early here in Michigan. I'm excited to do some flight plans because I have a really cool spot with tons of trees and a river, so I'm seeing a time lapsed fall to winter video in my future. Have you done anything like that? If so I'd love to see it.

I captured 3 seasons and melded them into a video. Just one more season to add.

JRB670 · Nov 27, 2019

Gadget Inspector said:
I have always been reluctant to fly during the winter, but I think I'm ready. I know what some of you will think about this.....Trust me, I'm not trying to rush things, but it's right around the corner. Summer came late and seems to be leaving early here in Michigan. I'm excited to do some flight plans because I have a really cool spot with tons of trees and a river, so I'm seeing a time lapsed fall to winter video in my future. Have you done anything like that? If so I'd love to see it.

I live within 1 hour from you. I have seen your flights! Great Mount Baldy Video! PLEASE, PLEASE DO SOME WINTER FLIGHTS! I learned with my Bebop 2 up north on an Iced over lake. It is GREAT.

Crashandburn · Nov 30, 2019

Going to get a storm here in CT tomorrow

about 6 inches. Going to take my first winter vid off the deck. I'll fly from my kitchen to stay warm lol.

Jim

JRB670 · Nov 30, 2019

As long as you can get some distance, you'll have a blast.
It's great if you can walk out on a frozen lake and fly from there.

IronSky1 · Nov 30, 2019

I fly from office window all the time when it get below 20 deg works fine i use flight plan or manual . Range is still limited to about 400 to 500 ft from inside still within LOS