How many flights have most of you been getting before a noticeable drop in battery life?
1387536
Had it for 6 months and no problems with the battery. However, I replace the motors about every 15 flights.
1207806
I always select the power saver, rather than the Power4Gear Battery Saving. Usually, I average around 5-6 now.
1204363
Don't think so....Disney and airports and restaurants provide places to plug into and charge up, so; I had no problem extending battery use via break times, so not an issue! Get out there and have fun!
332586
The drone carries two cameras, 1 front and one down. A fully charged (new) battery will allow a flight of approximately 15 to 20 minutes during average recommended atmospheric conditions.
1977385
I got about 10 minutes of flying on the couple of outings we had. My charger has stopped working, so haven't been able to fly since late winter.
1785655
I have used mine on 4 consecutive flights of between 7 and 8 hours each. It still had 1 bar left on the battery level indicator after the fourth sector.
249617
I have 2 of these and have only seen increased power drain in 2 situations - leaving it on in low power mode, then placing it somewhere (i.e. under the desktop, on a bookcase shelf) that makes it use more power to search for the wireless signal (happens to cell-phones also). And on one of mine I have seen it dropped and the case near the battery "popped" slightly open, apparently reducing battery contact. Snapped the case back together and it fixed the issue. We just got into the habit of plugging in the charger at night and seem to get 6.5 to 8.5 hours on the battery during the day.
255433
I received a 4th Generation for Christmas and have no trouble with batterylife. I often listen to audiobooks as well as listening at work. I don't have a charging station at work and can usually go at least 2 full working days (8 hour days) without charging.
1595327
Thanks very much for your response. I'm only getting about an hour or less of battery life. I'm very disappointed. Thanks again.
1499589
Not necessarily but it does deplete my laptop battery quite a bit, nice to know I'm not the only one experiencing issues.
191562
On a fairly calm day 10-12 minutes. However, if you check forums some folks have used a different battery to get more flight time.
270539
mine is about 3.5 hrs. I just used it on a five hour flight and it lasted about 3.5 hrs
829337
I've had my Air since early Jan 2013, I use it every since for at least 16hrs/ day. I've had it on MIFI , WiFi and mobile (Internet Tethering) and have never lost connection.
2278301
I haven't been unhappy with the battery life. Perhaps normal usage depends on the person. I play games, watch a couple movies, once in a while check things out online. I charge mine up about once a week just to keep it ready, but I do not use it every day. For the wi-fi, I have to be home, so I download games or movies to watch when away.
742938
Dozens of flights, never been caught. Its on my keyring with 6-8 other keys. I am certain if its standalone, it would be noticed. SEA, LAX, SAN, SNA, PSP, ONT, SFO, SJC, DFW, IAD, IAH, DCA, JFK, EWR, HNL, OGG, KOA, and even overseas at LHR, MUN, PEK, ACA. I had my first one for 5 years, before it just broke. I have had the new one, for a year, and still no issues.
1759295
I have been disappointed in the battery life. I was at a convention, started taking photos (no flash) alternating with some video. Battery was dead by afternoon, and that was NOT non-stop photo shooting by any means. If I had to guess, I would estimate 20 short videos and about 275 photos. I didn't have a spare and no way to charge, and missed the rest of the day. Buy a backup, definitely!
283491
Charge times for me were in the 2 to 3 hour range and a good 15 minute flight time. It dosen't sound like much but surprising it feels alot longer than really is. I bought spare batteries at a cheap price and kept them charged. I would average 45 minute outings with 3 batteries. which was more than enough given we took extra helo's and made a day of it.