Remote ID firmware delayed for DJI Air 2, Mavic 2 drones

Do you fly a DJI Mavic Air 2, Mavic 2 Zoom, or a Mavic 2 Pro drone? Listen up, because DJI has an important update for you regarding compliance with the US FAA Remote ID rules.

As you likely know, Remote ID refers to a drone’s ability to transmit identification and location information during flight, which can be received by relevant parties. By implementing Remote ID, the FAA aims to enhance situational awareness, streamline airspace management, monitor compliance, and support law enforcement efforts.

According to the FAA, all drones registered with the agency would be required to operate per the final rule on Remote ID beginning September 16, 2023.

Tech giant DJI has always maintained that it will facilitate compliance with these new requirements with minimum disruption to its users. While all DJI drones manufactured after September 16, 2022, such as the Mavic 3 Pro, Mavic 3 Classic, and Mini 3, have Remote ID capabilities built-in, several…