Hi.
I have always wanted to fly drones model aircraft since I was a lad… but I’m coming up to seventy now and have no experience or knowledge on what I’m doing, but everybody has to start somewhere.
I have obtained a flyers ID, Operator ID and a free used drone (Go-pro Karma) from my nephew.
I know the karma has had issues and is not liked by some and also not modern and up to date but I’ve seen it working, and it works well with no issues.
However, it has rained every day since I’ve picked it up and got the tickets and it’s still in the box. All I’ve done is charged the batteries. So, I am a complete noob.
I would really appreciate and advice on the best way forward.
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Welcome Charlie from the Black Country.
The Karma’s OK as long as everything’s working as it should. I’ve still got mine! You’ll find it’s got the turning circle of a super tanker but they’re pretty stable and tough as old boots. But if it was free…get out and give it some, get some practice in!
As soon as the weather improves (August?) get out and get playing I am also in the “Portsmouth area” on an island a couple of miles east and several decades behind Portsmouth.
If you feel the need for someone to come along and help contact me - either in this thread or by a direct message - I’m free most days
Many thanks for the quick replies… the only other online club I’ve ever joined is a land Rover owner’s club and it always took days for acknowledgment if at all.
Over confidence or stupidity has got the better of me…
Having seen its not raining I have ventured outside. and fired it up.
all was well as she hovered 1 metre off ground…
I hope my wife doesn’t inspect her flower border…
The result is me drone makes a good strimmer.
Welcome! I’m still a relative newbie here too but I can confirm everyone on here is really annoying…
Sorry, I meant to say very friendly and a cracking bunch! Enjoy the experience and don’t be scared to ask stupid questions! Someone will be willing to help…