DJI Mini 5 Pro weight controversy raises questions about flight regulations

heise.de (German)

DJI's new Mini 5 Pro drone faces scrutiny over its reported weight, potentially impacting its legal flight status. Initially listed at 254 grams, DJI corrected the weight to 249 grams, claiming the higher figure was an error. However, customer weigh-ins suggest the drone may exceed the 250-gram limit for C0 category operation. DJI states the drone's design weight is 249.9 grams and EASA certified it as C0, acknowledging manufacturing tolerances of ±4 grams. This means the drone's actual weight could vary, potentially affecting its classification outside Europe.


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