Hello,
In early January, I am traveling to Colorado for a ski trip. I want to bring my Mavic Pro along with me on the airplane. Since the TSA is strict with batterys exc, is it ok if I bring my mavic pro with its battery inserted and with the charge cables in a bag on carry on? Will the TSA just do the same procedures on it like what they do with laptops? I checked with American Airlines and they said that they welcome drones with a 100wh battery or less. I dont want to go to the airport and the TSA says I can't bring my mavic pro into the airport. Thank you

I just returned from Denver with my Mavic. Flew Frontier with no problem.  They never even asked me to open my carry back pack with all Mavic supplies.  Did use Lipo safety bag for the 2 extra batteries with one in the Mavic.  Flew Delta the same way with no issues either.

I would recommend using LiPo safe Battery Bags... DJI actually offers some at: https://store.dji.com/product/dji-battery-safe-bag

I fly a lot, domestic and international - and use lipo bags for my own peace of mind.  Zero problems, but we are sometimes asked for a bag check by TSA or the equivalent. One of the agents at a small Caribbean airport thought it was really cool and was asking me tons of questions about it -- so many in fact that when he finally (and reluctantly) packed it all back up, they had already called for the flight.   Luckily, it's a small airport where they know me, so everyone was standing out on the tarmac while the gate agent held the flight for me.  No stress for me, as all were super nice, but be prepared for some conversation and enjoy!  

You should be good to go with those Lipo bags and tape the terminals up.

I've flown on commercial flights with my Mavic Pro a few times (through/to/from Denver, Oakland, Tulsa... maybe SFO) and I've never run into any issues. The LiPo batteries must be in your carry-on luggage, but you could check your Mavic (without a battery), though I carry on my Mavic as well.

Travel with mine a few times as well no problems.

If you want to fly Mavic on airplane please switch to ATTI mode so you don't rely on GPS inside metal structure, and please be careful around other passengers especially women and children!

M.C. Pilot Posted at 2017-12-5 14:48
You should be good to go with those Lipo bags and tape the terminals up.

Dear M.C. Pilot,

What kind of tape do you use?
Thanks!

I fly with my Mavic and have not had problems.
1 Download and print your Airline's policy on the carrying of Lipos with the batteries taped up** - the Mavic's three batteries fall within most airline's maximum of 160W. I have definitely needed this one on a recent flight out of Italy, they were going to confiscate until I produced the policy document, then it was all smiles.
2 Place ALL three batteries in a Liposafe bag in Carry-On luggage along with the controller - it has a Lipo in it too.
3 Download and print your Invoice for you Mavic - this can help with getting back into your own country without having to pay duty again.
In addition I always have bookmarks on my iPad for the country (you are visiting)s drone code. Countries are often different.
PS Don't try to take your drone to Morocco! I am sure there are others too.
Other than that, ENJOY!

** I bought a set of these £3.04 - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Frame ... 2057872.m2749.l2649

Well worth it!

Hi, I myself always took my drone to the airplane with no issue, and I also found many users experienced the same to take the drone to the aeroplane. but since there might have different policies to the battery with different airline companies, you can try to contact the relevant airline to consult the related policy. Thank you.

DocAraxá Posted at 2017-12-6 01:25
Dear M.C. Pilot,

What kind of tape do you use?

Masking tape is fine to just cover up the terminals.

Colin G4GBP Posted at 2017-12-6 01:41
I fly with my Mavic and have not had problems.
1 Download and print your Airline's policy on the carrying of Lipos with the batteries taped up** - the Mavic's three batteries fall within most airline's maximum of 160W. I have definitely needed this one on a recent flight out of Italy, they were going to confiscate until I produced the policy document, then it was all smiles.
2 Place ALL three batteries in a Liposafe bag in Carry-On luggage along with the controller - it has a Lipo in it too.

Good suggestions there.

Like so many others, I have had no problems. Recently flew from US to England, then to Dublin and then home. Five flights, total, and two airlines (United and Aer Lingus). Never a hint of an issue. But just in case, I carried paper copies of the airline's and the FAA's policies. Regarding LiPo bags for the batteries: absolutely.

M.C. Pilot Posted at 2017-12-6 05:17
Masking tape is fine to just cover up the terminals.

Thank you very much!

M.C. Pilot Posted at 2017-12-6 05:17
Masking tape is fine to just cover up the terminals.

Terminals of the airport or what?

benjaminself Posted at 2017-12-7 10:34
Terminals of the airport or what?

battery terminals...until you get into the terminals of the airport.

blshaw45 Posted at 2017-12-6 05:50
Like so many others, I have had no problems. Recently flew from US to England, then to Dublin and then home. Five flights, total, and two airlines (United and Aer Lingus). Never a hint of an issue. But just in case, I carried paper copies of the airline's and the FAA's policies. Regarding LiPo bags for the batteries: absolutely.

Same here, I've never had any problems when flying with a drone (American Airlines, JetBlue) but it all depends on the airline and the country you're visiting or connecting through. (Emirates, for instance, doesn't appear to allow drones in the cabin baggage...)

Anyway, here is a good guide to most airlines regulations including the TSA battery requirements https://www.crabintheair.com/tra ... a-drone-on-a-plane/

Can I  bring with me my MAVIC 2 PRO? , I'm planning to go to the Phil's in a few months. I am taking 3batteries for it. I just do not want hassle in the airport security.  Please advice me what to do.