Thank You.

[ejcupcake]

Dedicated to @clakey and the FlipPilots Community.

When I posted "Should I upgrade from my mini 2 to a flip?" I never, even in my dreams imagined that I would win this drone. I am extremely grateful for everybody in this community congratulating me. I never expected this to happen.

My drone journey started when I was young, when one of my grandparents got me this thing, and I thought it was really cool. The battery life on that thing was so terrible it was funny. A few years later, one of my neighbors, (who was also a part 107 pilot I think?) Was getting rid of some things, when he came across a DJI Phantom 1. Yes, the first one.
I fixed it, ordered new parts, and when it was ready to fly, I flew it. (if anyone wants a Phantom 1 for some reason I'd be happy to make an offer), And, no, I did not have a RID module on it, and I also did not fly it in a FRIA, oops.

A few years passed, and I got a DJI Mini 2 SE In December of 2024. I still love that thing, and I have gotten some amazing shots with it. I discover this form, make a post, and never expect to get the flip. Then I get the flip, I haven't gotten it yet but will update you all when I do.

Thanks to @ryguy80 , @FLIP 317 , and @Chrislaf for the kind thanks.

 

[ryguy80]

Congrats again and thanks for sharing your drone journey!

 

[Chrislaf]

I think you will find that your new Flip will complement your Mini 2 SE. As you already know the Flip has some unique features that your Mini 2 doesn’t.

Post some photos/ videos too.

Enjoy and congrats!

Chris

 

[ejcupcake]

Thank you @ryguy80 and @Chrislaf , are there any must know tips or tricks for the flip?

 

[Chrislaf]

Not sure what package you won, but if it’s the basic package with the drone and the RC-N3 controller you will likely want at least another battery and a charging hub.

When you get the drone try out some of the features and see what it can do and can't do. There are reports that it moves around a lot in the wind more than a similar sized drone like your Mini 2 SE. I don't have a Flip so I can't compare. Maybe @ryguy80 can add some tips as I think he has a Flip.

If you do video you might consider filters. For photos they are not needed except in very specific cases like slowing the shutter for blurring water. Aside from that a case and possibly Care Refresh.

Also, search Youtube as there are lots of helpful videos on the Flip.

Enjoy,

Chris

 

[ejcupcake]

Not sure what package you won, but if it’s the basic package with the drone and the RC-N3 controller you will likely want at least another battery and a charging hub.

When you get the drone try out some of the features and see what it can do and can't do. There are reports that it moves around a lot in the wind more than a similar sized drone like your Mini 2 SE. I don't have a Flip so I can't compare. Maybe @ryguy80 can add some tips as I think he has a Flip.

If you do video you might consider filters. For photos they are not needed except in very specific cases like slowing the shutter for blurring water. Aside from that a case and possibly Care Refresh.

Also, search Youtube as there are lots of helpful videos on the Flip.

Enjoy,

Chris

I will definitely get Care Refresh ASAP.