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Phantom 4 RTK - Should you use it for drone mapping? Today's question is about using the Phantom 4 RTK. Why do we still prefer the Phantom 4 Pro over the Phantom 4 RTK for our mapping classes? If you are tuning in for the first time, you might be unaware of our drone mapping classes. We offer some of the most in-depth and comprehensive drone mapping training today. And we train our students using the Phantom 4 Pro. Our caller for today, Johnny from San Diego, has recently switched over from the Phantom 4 V2.0 to the Phantom 4 RTK. And he loves it. Johnny is using the Phantom 4 RTK to create ortho-mosaics. So, Johnny is wondering why we at Drone U are not using this new DJI drone for our mapping classes. Is Drone U planning on offering Phantom 4 RTK training in the near future? Great question, Johnny. In today's show, listeners will learn about the different issues that professionals mappers face with the Phantom 4 RTK. Paul reveals that establishing a connection to the Ntrip network to facilitate RTK corrections is still difficult. So, what is the best and most accurate workflow for drone mapping? And, is it advisable for Johnny to use the Phantom 4 RTK for creating 2D ortho-mosaics? We also reveal how some future Pix4D updates which might significantly ease up the Phantom 4 RTK workflow. If you are interested in drone mapping, this is a show you do not want to miss. Tune in for some excellent insights! Fly Safe! Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now! Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available. Follow us: Site - https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT//amzn.to/2omQatT Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019 Timestamps Today's question is about the Phantom 4 RTK Is Drone U planning on offering training with the Phantom 4 RTK? What is one prominent issue that drone mappers are facing with the Phantom 4 RTK? Why do we recommend using Propeller Aeropoints with Phantom 4 RTK? Can drone mappers establish a connection to the Ntrip network using Phantom 4 RTK's SDK remote? Are drone mappers facing issues connecting to the Ntrip network? Do you need to mark Ground Control Points when mapping with the Phantom 4 RTK? Paul shares how Drone U members can rent GNSS GPS receivers at extremely affordable rates When compared to Phantom 4 RTK, are Propeller Aeropoints far easier to use? Learn about upcoming Pix4D updates that will ease up Phantom 4 RTK workflow Can you use Phantom 4 RTK for creating ortho-mosaics? Has DJI Terra found acceptance within the drone mapping community?