This guide outlines how to operate the DJI Mavic Air 2 with DroneDeploy and answers frequently asked questions about this drone model.
Support for the Mavic Air 2
We are excited to support this drone model through virtual sticks for autonomous mapping. The Mavic Air 2 is currently only supported on iOS devices. For the best experience with these drones, please ensure you're on the latest iOS version and the latest version of DroneDeploy.
Availability
- Supported Devices: The Mavic Air 2 is supported for autonomous mapping on iOS devices using virtual sticks. For the best experience, please use the latest version of iOS and the DroneDeploy app.
- Subscription Requirement: Use of this drone with DroneDeploy requires a paid subscription. Unlike other DJI drones, DJI does not provide a third-party iOS SDK (Software Development Kit) to support autonomous flight for this drone. DroneDeploy has created a workaround that has added costs. Our paid plans provide you access to this automated experience and many more features to utilize the full potential of captured drone data. Visit our pricing page for more details on available subscriptions.
Flight Information
- Flight Plans: All DroneDeploy flight plans are supported on the Mavic Air 2.
- Flight Speed: Due to how Mavic Air 2 autonomous flights are implemented, the drone will fly slightly slower than other drones, and flight plans may take longer than expected to complete.
- Flight Logs: DroneDeploy records and saves flight logs from Mavic Air 2 flights.
- Live Map: Live Map is supported with this drone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Which DroneDeploy plans work with the Mavic Air 2?
A: All DroneDeploy flight plans are supported on the Mavic Air 2.
Q: Is this drone supported on Android?
A: Support for this drone is for iOS only.
Q: Are flight logs stored?
A: Yes, we record and save flight logs from Mavic Air 2 flights.
Q: Does this drone support Live Map?
A: Yes, Live Map is supported.
Q: Which iOS devices are supported for Mavic Air 2 flights?
A: All of our supported and recommended devices are listed here. Devices outside this list are untested and may not work appropriately with this drone. iOS devices not supported can be found here.
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