Hello Guys!

I am just curious if I could fly with my MA2 in snowfall tomorrow as I have no experience in this regard!
Any idea or expereince?

Depending on the amount of snow, it should be good. There are a lot of videos showing it can be done.
But there is a risk of snow entering holes you don't want snow to enter, so calculate the risk!

Hello, you can fly, but try to keep the batteries warm before the flight, and also know that the flight time will be shorter, the lipo batteries hate the cold.

Montfrooij Posted at 12-6 12:06
Depending on the amount of snow, it should be good. There are a lot of videos showing it can be done.
But there is a risk of snow entering holes you don't want snow to enter, so calculate the risk!

Thank you !

VanzPix Posted at 12-6 12:07
Hello, you can fly, but try to keep the batteries warm before the flight, and also know that the flight time will be shorter, the lipo batteries hate the cold.

Thanks a lot!

M J Posted at 12-6 12:37
Thank you !

You're welcome!

I would also cover up the button on the battery and the gaps between the battery and fuselage with Scotch tape or something similar. The battery will be warm enough to melt any snow that lands on it, and you don’t want water to get inside the battery or to the contacts.

MisterFrag Posted at 12-6 14:25
I would also cover up the button on the battery and the gaps between the battery and fuselage with Scotch tape or something similar. The battery will be warm enough to melt any snow that lands on it, and you don’t want water to get inside the battery or to the contacts.

covering up holes and gaps....no risk to overheating due to impeding air flow, etc?

I would keep in mind that the rotors have holes and when hot snow will turn into water and seep into those holes.  I doubt it will be a real issue but more of a consideration.

The Saint Posted at 12-6 14:30
covering up holes and gaps....no risk to overheating due to impeding air flow, etc?

I’m not talking about covering up the air vents. And this would be in freezing conditions, so overheating won’t be an issue.

The Saint Posted at 12-6 14:30
covering up holes and gaps....no risk to overheating due to impeding air flow, etc?

I seriously doubt that the seams around the switch and those between the battery and body are much ventilation anyway.

Hello there M J. Thank you for reaching out and for these information you have posted. In addition to this post and since winter is coming I will post a link where in you can check some tips on Flying a Drone in Winter: 5 Things You Must Know ( https://store.dji.com/guides/winter-drone-flying-tips/ ). Thank you and fly safe always. .

DJI Stephen Posted at 12-6 19:52
Hello there M J. Thank you for reaching out and for these information you have posted. In addition to this post and since winter is coming I will post a link where in you can check some tips on Flying a Drone in Winter: 5 Things You Must Know ( https://store.dji.com/guides/winter-drone-flying-tips/ ). Thank you and fly safe always.  .

Good guide!

Would you fly in the rain?

It's a risk that only you can decide to take.  If any snow gets inside the shell and melts on the electronics you can have serious issues.  Also, keep in mind that moisture can damage the motors.  Just do a really good post flight dry off.  Use a blow dryer aimed at air vents and motors and that should minimize any possible issues.  

Id only fly in very light snow.

The motors will be hot and shouldn’t need drying.

DJI Stephen Posted at 12-6 19:52
Hello there M J. Thank you for reaching out and for these information you have posted. In addition to this post and since winter is coming I will post a link where in you can check some tips on Flying a Drone in Winter: 5 Things You Must Know ( https://store.dji.com/guides/winter-drone-flying-tips/ ). Thank you and fly safe always.  .

Thank you Stephen!

A J Posted at 12-7 03:11
Would you fly in the rain?

Most probably if it s light!

M J Posted at 12-8 08:30
Most probably if it s light!

Same with snow

In addition to what all the other 'experts' have said... heavy wet snow, maybe not... light and fluffy... yeah, I'd try it for a 10 minute test run and look for anything out of the ordinary.

DJI Stephen Posted at 12-6 19:52
Hello there M J. Thank you for reaching out and for these information you have posted. In addition to this post and since winter is coming I will post a link where in you can check some tips on Flying a Drone in Winter: 5 Things You Must Know ( https://store.dji.com/guides/winter-drone-flying-tips/ ). Thank you and fly safe always.  .

Thanks, Stephen.  But, you know... that article was written nearly 4 years ago.  There's some battery recommendations ( fully charge and discharge every three months, for example) that don't seem to apply to the User Guide recommendations.

Montfrooij Posted at 12-6 23:48
Good guide!

Hi there Montfrooij. Thank you for the reply and you are very much welcome. Have a safe and a happy flying always. .

DJI Stephen Posted at 12-9 22:48
Hi there Montfrooij. Thank you for the reply and you are very much welcome. Have a safe and a happy flying always.  .

I will, thank you!

WebParrot Posted at 12-9 12:43
In addition to what all the other 'experts' have said... heavy wet snow, maybe not... light and fluffy... yeah, I'd try it for a 10 minute test run and look for anything out of the ordinary.

Thank you very much!

M J Posted at 12-8 08:29
Thank you Stephen!

Hi there M J. You are very much welcome and thank you for the reply. Again, thank you for your support and keep on flying. .