Illuminations
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I've flown in a lot of inclement weather - fog, rain, snow, and high winds.
In fog, get to the other side ASAP - I've often flown up through it to get above-clouds shots. When flying horizontally be very aware of the terrain and anything you might run into.
I only fly in light rain, and only for very brief periods when I really wanted to capture a location or dramatic weather patterns. Never had issues, but definitely better not to.
Snow seems to be just fine, even moderately heavy snowfall doesn't seem to even get my Mavic wet. Still, I restrict flight times and return frequently to check for moisture buildup.
High winds are tricky - it is possible to fly in them, even past the rating of the drone, but be aware that you'll get less battery life and that big gusts can send you tumbling. Also, be aware that of wind direction - just today I flew 7,000 feet away from my position (a new personal record), but didn't realize that I was flying with a strong tail wind. On the way back my drone kept coming to a halt in mid air in a most alarming fashion!
I've found that adverse conditions can be scary and potentially catastrophic, but that they are also the times when I capture the most spectacular and dramatic footage. |
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