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Drone Intel · Issue #47 · Tuesday Edition

This Week's Pick

Best Under-$1,200 Mapping Drone Right Now

After 40+ hours of flight testing across three terrain types, here's our verdict on the drone that offers the best cost-per-acre for commercial mapping operators in 2025.

DJI Mini 4 Pro — Field Report

Obstacle avoidance on all sides, 4K/60fps, 34 min flight time. Punches well above its price class for solo operators.

Mapping Under $1K FAA Part 107

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