Learn how to plan and launch automated photogrammetry missions using DJI Pilot 2 directly from your remote controller. This guide walks you through everything from defining your survey area to final pre-flight checks.
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Chapter 1: Planning your route
Before you head into the field, ensure your remote controller (RC) and drone batteries are fully charged, a formatted SD card is inserted, and you have a reliable Wi-Fi connection for map loading.
In this video, we’ll show you how to:
Access the Flight Route menu and create a new Area Route
Use the map interface to locate your survey site
Drop and adjust points to outline a precise survey boundary
Prepare your drone for the next phase: Mission Settings
Chapter 2: Mission settings
Once your route is defined, dial in the flight parameters to ensure you capture high-precision data.
Key takeaways:
Mapping modes: Choose Ortho Collection for standard top-down maps or Oblique for vertical details.
Altitude: Set your flight altitude between 200–400 feet (60–120 meters) relative to takeoff.
Safety: Ensure Elevation Optimization is toggled off and your completion action is set to Return to Home.
Advanced settings: Set both front and side overlaps to 80% and select Distance Interval Shot for consistent image capture.
Chapter 3: Camera settings and takeoff
The final step is configuring your camera for optimal photogrammetry and running through your pre-flight safety checks.
What we’ll walk through:
Camera configuration: Enable Shutter Priority (S) and set the shutter speed to 1/1000 for sunny conditions.
Image format: Set your ratio to 4:3 and format to JPEG.
Drone-specific settings: Enable Dewarping for the M3E, but keep it disabled for the M4E.
Launch: Review your Return to Home and Max Altitude settings before tapping Upload Flight Mission.
Want to learn more?
How to Plan a 2D Photogrammetry Mission with the Mavic 3 Enterprise
DJI – Quick Reference Mission and Camera Settings
I still can't do it!
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If you're stuck, the Propeller hardware support team may be able to help. You can contact them by emailing hardwaresupport@propelleraero.com.au.
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