DJI-Jamie
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Having numerous options in a Phantom series wasn't a consistent trend. I wouldn't use that as a basis for what is expected to be in production at one given time. The original Phantom series only had two units in its line up (Phantom 1, FC40), the Phantom 2 series had three (P2, Vision, Vision +) The Phantom 3 series had the most variations available with four (Pro, Advanced, Standard, 4K).
When the P2V+ came out, the P2V also got phased out manufacturing-wise quite quickly. While the P2V and P2V+ had the same camera quality, the P2V+ offered a 3-axis gimbal and extended range which were becoming the new standard. The same thing can be said for the P4 and the P4A. They offer the same type amount of OA sensors and VPS, but the quality of those sensors have been improved along with a better camera. Once there's a new 'standard' established, most electronic companies aren't willing to keep using older variations of hardware if they want to keep up or stay ahead of competition.
In addition, there were only a finite amount of RTF series aircrafts that DJI offered in general up until this point. The RTF product line only consisted of the Phantoms (P1-P3) and the Inspire 1 for a good while. Ever since the P4 came out, DJI has come out with new product series in general that will provide price point options. They don't necessarily need to have four different products under one series in future iterations.
Again, stopping 'manufacture' does not mean stopping 'support'. The P3 series was discontinued once the P4 came out, the P3 series looks like they're still 'going strong' because there are still plenty of dealers that have them for sale and the repair facilities have plenty of parts to continue repairing them. The P4, in turn, is still available to purchase on the DJI website and through dealers. It will continue to receive aftersales support for a long time, as there are still ample parts to repair.
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