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DJI Mini 3 Pro
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Drones Under 250 Grams

So you are looking into investing in a drone which is under 250g in weight, or you already own one but wanted to check which rules apply to you. In this post we hope to clarify the rules for drones under 250 grams in UK law. At the end of the article we will also list out 9 of the best drones available to buy which are under under 250g in weight.

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What Are ND Filters in Drone Photography?

Have you ever been outside on a bright sunny day and struggled to get your camera settings set up to produce a clear, sharp image which isn’t overly exposed? Have you ever been in a situation where your shutter speed is too fast and the image is still overexposed? If you have experienced these issues, then ND filters are for you.

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DJI Mini 3 Pro
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Our Drones: The DJI Mini 3 Pro

The DJI Mini 3 pro is an absolutely fantastic little drone, specifically designed to be lightweight and extremely manoeuvrable pack with features often found in more expensive and larger drones. One of the huge advantages of this little powerhouse is the fact that it is under 250g in weight. This is one of its major selling points and as a result, has made it the market leader here in the UK if not worldwide for similar drones in its class!

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Drone Flight Over Cromford Canal, Derbyshire

The Cromford Canal is one of the most beautiful and historically important waterways in Derbyshire. Built by the great industrialist, Richard Arkwright, this canal was a major artery for transporting materials to and from factories that powered much of the Industrial Revolution in Britain.

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What is The Drone Code?

The UK Drone Code is a set of guidelines developed by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) that outlines the rules and best practices for operating drones safely and responsibly in the United Kingdom. The code is intended to help drone pilots fly their devices in a way that minimizes the risk of accidents and collisions with other aircraft, people, or property.

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What is a Drone?

Drones, otherwise known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), are increasingly being used across multiple industries, including film-making, photography, videography, agriculture, and transportation, to name a few. In this blog post, we will explore what drones are, the types of drones available and their uses, the benefits of using drones, regulations surrounding their use, safety precautions when flying a drone, and tips for buying your first drone.

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Why Estate Agencies Are Utilising Drones in their marketing campaigns.

Drones are able to provide a unique, birds-eye view of property that simply cannot be achieved through any other method. Drone photography can capture visuals from angles and positions which were not possible before. This can greatly showcase the property in question, allowing potential buyers to view the house or building in greater detail and from multiple perspectives.

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