DJI Mavic Active Tracking test

I have always wanted to test out how Good the Active Tracking of the Mavic Pro is in the 3 dimensional space using another drone. Today I had the chance to try out with my buddy on a 550 size hexacopter.

 

I had some difficulty trying to get the Mavic to recognise the hexacopter as it is rather small if I keep a safe distance. After a few trial and error, I managed to move in close enough to let the Mavic lock on. Tracking is generally smooth, and the obstacle avoidance system ensures the Mavic is kept at a safe distance from the subject. I could observed the Mavic did some emergency braking when the subject made a sudden slow down in speed. However, the Mavic will lose track when the subject makes a change in altitude to disappear from the screen.

 

In conclusion, I will say the Active Tracking is usable, but not in all situation. Especially, if the subject moves very randomly or moves up and down beyond the vision range.

 

Marina East

Had another window today to do quick flight with a friend. She wanted to try out the Mavic Pro before deciding whether the Spark is more suitable or the Mavic Pro is better.

Today’s wind condition was moderate, and Mavic was able to hold position really well. The test went on smooth and I did a quick flight on mode 2 stick configuration. I am a mode 1 flyer, but trying to get myself to be able to fly in both modes. Doing point of interest flight in mode 2 manually was a bit more challenging, but I think I manage it.

Check out the flight path below:

Flight path