There are 4000 reasons you should grab this Cyber Monday beginner drone deal

Dec 4, 2024
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The DJI Mini 4k offers great overall performance and is one of the best drones in this price bracket.

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It's a great beginner drone but just because it's sub 249g does not necessarily rule out mandatory registration.

The exception for registration of drones under 250g only applies to recreational pilots (USC 44809 - Exception for Limited Recreational Operations of Unmanned Aircraft).

14 CFR Part 107 certified pilots must register their entire inventory, regardless of weight.

Just as important, and something nobody seems to mention about 249g and lighter drones is that they are not toys. You must have at least a recreational certificate from the FAA to fly ANY unmanned aerial vehicle. Luckily, it's easy to stay legal. The FAA T.R.U.S.T. exam is free online and fairly easy to pass. And it allows you to fly any drone that weighs less than 55 pounds, as long as they are registered and only used for recreation. Registration is easy and only costs $5.

It's best to stay legal when it comes to drones. Flying without at least a recreational permit from the FAA has fines with civil penalties of up to $32,666 and higher criminal penalties including jail time. Something to keep in mind when shopping holiday sales on drones, whatever their weight.