DJI has launched its latest FPV drone, the DJI Avata 2. This is the third generation ready to fly FPV drone. DJI's latest FPV drone comes with a number of improvements in image quality and ease of use and is C1 labelled. In this blog, we list all the new specifications. Improved video quality and stabilisation Now, DJI has improved video quality. The DJI Avata 2 is equipped with a 1/1.3-inch CMOS video sensor and can record in 4k/60fps. This larger sensor allows the camera to capture more light, making your footage sharper and more detailed. The 10-bit D-Log M colour profile gives you more op ..read more

Most drones are used for taking photos and videos from the air. It is therefore useful to know in what quality the drone can shoot and record. In this blog, we will discuss the camera specifications of drones. Photo resolution of a drone camera Photo resolution is expressed in MP (million pixels). The more MP a photo possesses, the more detail and clarity the image has. Most drones feature high-quality photo resolution.  Low resolution (up to 1MP) Low-resolution images are files up to 1MP. Images up to this size contain little detail and are not suitable for printing or editing. Medium re ..read more

Flying a drone can be a fun and challenging activity. Have you just bought your first drone and want to get your first flying hours? Then read our ten tips for novice drone pilots to make your first flights a little easier. Tips prior to drone flight What should you pay close attention to before you start drone flying? 1. Check the weather conditions Check what the weather conditions are before your drone flight. Most drones cannot fly in the rain and strong winds can also cause problems. The app UAV Forecast is specially designed for pilots. Through this free app, you can see key weather fac ..read more

In 2024, the full European law and regulations for drones will go into effect. From then on, the Cx label will determine where you can fly your drone. There are already a number of drones on the market that possess such technical certification. This article lists all Cx-label drones. What is the advantage of a Cx-label drone? From January 2024, European legislation will change. From then on, all drones without a Cx label over 250 grams will automatically fall into subcategory A3. You will then have to maintain a minimum distance of 150 metres from uninvolved people, buildings, industry and rec ..read more

Most drone flights are conducted in the open category. From 2024, a number of drone rules will change in the open category. In this blog, we explain to you all the drone rules that will apply in the open category from 1 January 2024. General drone rules in 2024 General drone rules apply to all drone flights in the open category, regardless of weight or presence of a Cx label. The general drone rules are as follows: The drone may fly up to 120 metres high The drone must be flown within direct sight of the pilot (VLOS) The drone may be flown in the Netherlands only during daytime It is not allo ..read more

Since 31 December 2020, the same rules for flying drones have applied across the European Union. These rules have brought us much: the EU Drone Licence that allows you to fly legally in all EU countries, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland. At the end of 2023, we will say goodbye to temporary EU legislation. The 'transitional regime' will end. This has implications for you as a drone pilot. Technical requirements Under EU legislation, (new, manufacturer-produced) drones must meet technical requirements, through a Cx label. However, there was a problem: these requirements had not been established ..read more

Even in autumn 2023, DJI continues to release new devices almost tirelessly. This time it is the turn of a new member of the Mini Series: the DJI Mini 4 Pro. Successor to the DJI Mini 3 Pro It has been less than a year since the DJI Mini 3 came out and just over a year since the DJI Mini 3 Pro was announced. With the Mini 4 Pro, DJI offers yet another device in the segment for the lightest devices. Once again, a fine drone for the starting pilot! DJI Mini 4 Pro: Highlights The DJI Mini 4 Pro boasts the following features: 1/1,3" CMOS sensor Photo: 48 Mega Pixels photo resolution Vi ..read more

In August, the very first DJI Dock went live in the Netherlands. This advanced drone-in-a-box solution is now fully ready for use with us. The DJI Dock sets an impressive standard for remote flights. A short impression (in Dutch language) below: DJI Dock DJI Dock is a highly advanced, compact docking station with the industrial flagship DJI Matrice 30(T) on board. It is a dronebox, as the drone sits inside the box and is charged and protected there. In brief, some specifications: Built to perform 24-hour missions Under challenging weather conditions (rain, wind force seven) and also in the ..read more

It's going to be an exciting September, as Drone Class is organising a photo contest that you can enter. Read how it works in this blog and get started! How does it work? Submit your best photo on our photo contest page. The photo must be taken from the air with a drone and, of course, taken legally. The competition is public, which means that everyone can see your photo and vote for it. The entry deadline closes on 30 September, which is also the last day to vote. So we advise you not to wait too long to submit a photo. International The photo contest is international and will be held s ..read more

Want to start drone flying, but have no idea which drone to buy? Here we tell you what to look out for when buying a drone and what the best drones for beginners are. Important specifications for beginner drone pilots When you are going to buy a drone as a beginner drone pilot, there are a number of specifications to consider. As a beginner drone pilot, you want to purchase a drone that is easy to control and avoids obstacles. Of course, the quality of the camera is also important so you can get great results. Based on these specifications, you can compare drones and select the one that suits ..read more