15 BIGGEST Drone Mistakes Beginner Pilots Make (Part 1 of 2)

Описание: New to flying drones? These are the 15 BIGGEST mistakes beginner drone pilots make. They apply to ALL drones, and I’ll show examples using my DJI Mini 4 Pro so you can avoid crashes, flyaways, and expensive repairs.
In this Part 1 video, we’ll cover mistakes 1–15 from my full list of 30 beginner drone mistakes. Part 2 will cover mistakes 16–30, so you’ll be ready before they happen.
What you’ll learn today:
• Simple pre‑flight checks that prevent crashes
• Settings every beginner drone pilot should change before flying
• How to protect your props, gimbal, and batteries
• Common controller and return‑to‑home mistakes that can cost you your drone
• Practical, real‑world tips for older beginners and new DJI Mini 4 Pro owners
If you’re over 60 and just getting into drones, this step‑by‑step breakdown is for you.
Free Pre-Flight Checklist - https://www.d1store.com.au/lounge/con...

FAA Drone Registration Website: https://faadronezone-access.faa.gov/#...

Chapters:
00:00 Intro – 15 Mistakes Most New Drone Pilots Make
00:33 Mistake 1 – Not Reading the Operators Manual
02:40 Mistake 2 – Poor Battery Storage Habits
04:00 Mistake 3 – Incorrect Propeller Blade Installation
05:58 Mistake 4 – Skipping Firmware Updates
07:40 Mistake 5 – Not Registering your Drone with the FAA
09:56 Mistake 6 – Improper Controller Calibration
12:00 Mistake 7 – Not Understanding Flight Modes
14:35 Mistake 8 – Skipping Pre-Flight Inspection
16:52 Mistake 9 – Wrong SD Card Setup
19:50 Mistake 10 – Ignoring Gimbal Care
22:12 Mistake 11 – Poor Controller Setup
24:00 Mistake 12 – Not Backing Up Video Footage
26:14 Mistake 13 – Incorrect "Return To Home" Settings
28:12 Mistake 14 – Not Understanding "Battery Math"
18:15 Mistake 15 – Dirty Optical Sensors
31:08 What’s in Part 2 (Mistakes 16–30)

Subscribe and "hit the bell" so you won't miss Part 2 (Mistakes 16–30)!