DJI Flight Simulator: can it really help you?

Needless to say, the drone is the most fashionable latest-generation tool of the moment.

Everyone knows its features and uses, but few are aware of the programs created to optimise the user experience.

A drone flight simulator is, for example, one of these.

It is software that simulates the experience of piloting a drone using a real drone controller connected to a compatible device, and the simulations can even be run on a PC or Mac. However, not all simulators have the same features, so before buying it is a good idea to examine the specifications of the simulator you are considering.

Here we intend to look at the DJI Flight Simulator and its features.

What makes the DJI Flight Simulator special?

Some drone flight simulators can be customised for specific flight scenarios, so that you can prepare for the situations you may encounter during actual flight.

This applies in particular when you want to carry out work such as photogrammetry and inspections.

Customisations can include options such as changes to the drone simulation environment and/or replacing the drone itself used in the simulation.

Depending on the variety of simulators, you can learn different types of flight, with the full advantage of being able to refine your flying skills before investing in a final drone model.

This applies whether you want to learn the art of piloting drones purely for fun, or you want to improve your experience before flying a drone for professional reasons. In addition to the different scenarios, DJI Flight Simulator lets you practise piloting various models of its drones for inspections and photogrammetry, and gives access to customised training plans that also take into account the needs of different companies. Currently working only on Windows computers connected with a micro-USB cable to a remote controller for DJI drones, the supported controllers are those of the Mavic Air, Phantom 4, Phantom 4 Advanced, Phantom 4 Pro, Phantom 4 Pro V2.0, Lightbridge 2, M600 Pro. Support for the Mavic 2 controllers will be added soon.

DJI Flight Simulator: here are the opinions of those who use it

The DJI Flight Simulator can truly help you sharpen your flying skills in many extremely realistic situations, without the risks of real-life situations.

Thanks to a solid range of flight scenarios, this latest-generation gem lets pilots practise flying in different situations such as power line inspections, flying over inaccessible or particularly dangerous areas, and flying over built-up areas, training them in the use of the drone across the different application scenarios.

Lately the DJI Mavic 2 is in great demand, an important drone that allows long flights of a full 34 minutes and with surprising cinematic effects.

Even more professional is the DJI Inspire 2, with agility in performance never seen before for an aircraft of its size, dual battery and a technology that lets it fly even at low temperatures. These are important drones, and it is a good idea to simulate their performance before making real flights. Those who have bought and used it say that the DJI Flight Simulator drone simulator is without a doubt a valid choice for anyone intending to fly a DJI drone.

The paid versions let you exploit this gem of applied technology to its full potential: pilots take off in different light and visibility conditions and even in the most critical and adverse weather conditions. Just like in reality, they learn to handle difficult flight situations and missions in complete safety.

The basic version, the Free Trial Version, is free and lets you simulate flight, only in free flight mode, with consumer drones such as the DJI Spark, Mavic, Phantom.

With its high-quality images, realistic flight experience, sound and wind effects and truly simulated accidents, DJI Flight Simulator enables high-level training.

So, in conclusion, we feel we can say that yes, DJI Flight Simulator can really help us.