How To Update DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware (New Features & Fixes)

If you have DJI Mavic Air 2, it is important to keep up with new firmware and updates. With those updates, you will add new features to your drone and fix issues that may have existed on the previous version. The latest Mavic Air 2 firmware is v01.00.0511 and was released on 2020.12.28. In this version, many new features were added. This is the reason why it is recommended that you update your DJI Mavic Air 2 to the latest firmware. So let’s start!

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Update Using DJI Fly App

First, we’ll start with a firmware update using DJI Fly app. Here are the step by step instructions on how to update the latest firmware to your Mavic Air 2:

1. Make sure your drone battery is at least 50% charged, as well as your RC and Smartphone.
2. Connect your Smartphone with the Mavic Air 2 Remote Controller.
3. Turn on the Mavic Air 2 and the Remote Controller.
4. Connect Remote Controller with the drone.
5. Make sure that your Smartphone is connected to a WiFi.
6. Download and install the newest version of DJI Fly App.
7. Inside the DJI Fly App, you will be asked to update a new firmware version.
8. Just select the “Update” and you will see the “New Mavic Air 2 firmware available”.
9. A progress circle will appear where it will show you update on firmware downloading and installing.
10. When the installation is finished, a check mark will appear that says “Firmware Installed”.
11. The DJI Mavic Air 2 will restart automatically after the process is completed.

Note: Don’t power off your drone or exit the app during the update!

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Update Using DJI Assistant 2

Another way to update your drone is by using DJI Assistant 2 software. Here we will guide you on how to update the latest version of firmware to your DJI Mavic Air 2:

1. Make sure that your drone battery is at least 50% charged before you start.
2. Turn on the DJI Mavic Air 2.
3. Connect your Mavic Air 2 to the laptop or computer using the USB cable.
4. On your laptop or computer open the DJI Assistant 2 App and login.
5. Select your DJI Mavic Air 2.
6. Click on “Firmware Update” button on DJI Assistant 2 app.
7. Tap on “Upgrade”, and confirm with click on “Start Update”
8. On the screen, you will see that firmware is updating on your Mavic Air 2.
9. When it comes at 100%, the green check mark will appear with message “Update Successful”.
10. After the installation is completed, the Mavic Air 2 will automatically restart.

DJI Mavic Air 2 Remote Controller Firmware Update

In this process, you will be using the DJI Assistant 2 software. Here are the steps on how you should update your Mavic Air 2 remote controller to the latest version:

1. Turn on the DJI Mavic Air 2 Remote Controller (RC).
2. Connect your Remote Controller to the laptop or computer using a USB cable.
3. Open the DJI Assistant 2 software on your laptop or computer and Log In.
4. Choose the “RC for Mavic Air 2”.
5. Click on “Firmware Update”, and tap on “Upgrade” so the latest firmware version can update.
6. Now, just confirm and click on “Start Update”.
7. The process of installation will begin and you will see the Mavic Air 2 RC firmware progress bar.
8. When the installation comes at 100%, the green check mark will appear with message “Update Successful”.
9. After the new firmware is installed, just restart the Mavic Air 2 RC.

Things To Know Before You Update Your DJI Mavic Air 2

There are some things you need to know before you start the firmware update on your Mavic Air 2. Make sure that you have an updated version of the DJI Fly App because some features and firmware fixes only work with the latest version. Also, one important thing to keep in mind is that during the update, installation, or download of the firmware on your drone, never turn off the quadcopter, your Smartphone, remote controller, or the Internet connection.

By installing the latest version of firmware on your Mavic Air 2, you may reset various main controller settings. Some of them are RTH altitude and maximum flight distance. Therefore, take note on your preferred settings and adjust them after you finish the update.

If it happens that the update fails, just restart the Mavic Air 2, together with the remote controller and DJI Assistant 2, and try updating your drone again. If by any chance happens that the Mavic Air 2 firmware update fails by using the DJI Fly App, then try it with DJI Assistant 2 App.

Problems With DJI Mavic Air 2 Flight And RTH Issues

If you have troubleshot with your Mavic Air 2, you can take some easy steps and calibrate the Mavic Air 2, with which you will most likely solve the problem.

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Update Video

If you are one of those who find it easier to watch a video of how to update the firmware, we have prepared a video for you. Here is a short tutorial, which will help you update your Mavic Air 2 drone together with the remote controller by using DJI Fly App and Assistant 2 software.

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Releases To Date

When a new drone is released on the market, the new firmware updates are coming out every few months. This was also the case when DJI Mavic Air 2 was released. Every new firmware update gave new features or fix software bugs. Here we will go through all the Mavic Air 2 firmware releases till today. Here you can also see the public release notes on DJI Mavic Air 2 downloads page.

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DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Release v01.00.0511 – (28/12/2020)

Overview:

• Date: 2020.12.28
• Aircraft Firmware: v01.00.0511
• Remote Controller: v02.00.1200
• DJI Fly App iOS: v1.2.2
• DJI Fly App Android: v1.2.2

What’s New?

• The cruise control was added for Free mode in Hyperlapse (requires the new DJI Fly v1.2.2 or later for iOS version. Support for Android version will be added later). Exercise caution when using cruise control.
• Optimized RTH. If the drone is at a approximate distance of 5 m to 50 m from the Home Point when RTH is initiated, then the drone adjusts its orientation and flies to the Home Point at the current altitude.

Source: DJI Forum

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Release v01.00.0460 – (11/11/2020)

Overview:

• Date: 2020.11.11
• Aircraft Firmware: v01.00.0460
• Remote Controller: v02.00.1101
• DJI Fly App iOS: v1.2.0
• DJI Fly App Android: v1.2.0

What’s New?

• The new support was added so the remote controller can also be used with DJI Mini 2. With this, it is recommended that the user use the remote controller with DJI Fly v1.2.0 or above.
• Updated default RTH altitude to 100 m.
• The new Optimized Downward Vision System was added by increasing the altitude limit to 30 m when the aircraft is only using Downward Vision System for positioning.
• The new Optimized logic of rotational speed was added in order to reduce noise and power consumption.
• There is now optimized detection and app alert when the propellers on Mavic Air are unfolded.

Source: DJI Forum

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Release v01.00.0340 – (08/10/2020)

Overview:

• Date: 2020.08.10
• Aircraft Firmware: v01.00.0340
• Remote Controller: v01.00.0340
• DJI Fly App iOS: v1.1.6
• DJI Fly App Android: v1.1.6

What’s New?

• Added Safety Flight Mode. The DJI Mavic Air 2 can now avoid obstacles automatically and will not respond to commands to fly left or right.
• There is new 4k Zoom Mode, which supports 2 x digital zoom when it is set to 4k at 30/25/24 fps.
• The 2 x digital zoom was added when set to 2.7k at 60/50/48/30/25/24.
• Now 4 x digital zoom was added, when set to 1080P at 60/50/48/30/25/24 fps in video mode.
• 4k resolution now available in Hyperlapse.
• Optimized FPV mode for gimbal.
• Now the shooting performance is optimized when the drone is flying forward in Sport mode. Adjust the flight attitude on your Mavic Air to avoid propellers unexpectedly showing up in the camera view.
• Optimized Hyperlapse.  The new ability was added so you can pause shooting during Hyperlapse, increased the number of waypoints to 45, and added support for Task Library.
• Optimized ActiveTrack was added when the drone is tracking vehicles at low altitude.

Source: DJI Forum

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Release v01.00.0250 – (15/06/2020)

Overview:

• Date: 2020.06.15
• Aircraft Firmware: v01.00.0250
• Remote Controller: v01.00.0250
• DJI Fly App iOS: v1.1.4
• DJI Fly App Android: v1.1.4

What’s New?

• The new switch was added to automatically detect subjects in FocusTrack, and the drone can optimized the overall performance of FocusTrack.
• The ability to track subjects was added when using Free Hyperlapse mode.
• Now it can store 8K Hyperlapse in RAW format, together with playback to view 8K Hyperlapse.
• Prompts where added in DJI Fly App when GPS experiences interference.
• The maximum flight speed to 19 m/s was increased when using Spotlight in Sport mode, and added support for Spotlight at night.
• Optimized Smart RTH.
• It is capable for optimizing performance when using wave gesture to trigger ActiveTrack and QuickShots.
• Now it can reduced noise when recording HDR video at night.

Source: DJI Forum

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Release v01.00.0130 – (09/05/2020)

Overview:

• Date: 2020.05.09
• Aircraft Firmware: v01.00.0130
• Remote Controller: v01.00.0108
• DJI Fly App iOS: v1.1.0
• DJI Fly App Android: v1.1.0

What’s New?

• Fixed occasional issue: video was abnormal when recorded to aircraft.
• Optimized Smart RTH.

Source: DJI Forum

DJI Mavic Air 2 Firmware Release v01.00.0113 – (28/04/2020)

Overview:

• Date: 2020.04.28
• Aircraft Firmware: v01.00.0113
• Remote Controller: v01.00.0108
• DJI Fly App iOS: V1.1.0
• DJI Fly App Android: V1.1.0

What’s New?

• Added FocusTrack. Just drag a box around the subject that you are recording to enable FocusTrack.
• Added HDR Video mode.
• Added SmartPhoto mode.
• Added Waypoints for Hyperlapse.
• Now it is added 8K resolution for Free and Waypoints in Hyperlapse.
• The maximum transmission distance was increased to 10 km.

Source: DJI Forum

You can find the new update available to download on the App Store and on the Play Store.

DJI Mavic Air 2 Secure Policy

If you didn’t know, DJI Mavic Air 2 is offering the Care Refresh where it provides two replacement units, where you need to pay only small additional charge in the first year. Not calibrating your Mavic Air 2 successfully, an accident can happen very easily and your drone can be damaged. Click on the below link to know more about this offer and FAQ.

Mavic Air 2 Care Refresh

Final Thoughts

The DJI Mavic Air 2 comes with new features and fixes every time a firmware update is available. As we said in this article, each new update provides new safety features, better obstacle avoidance, new zoom modes, and optimized hyperlapse. Also, keep in mind that your drone battery needs to be at least 40% charged before you start updating the firmware. You will have a much better flying experience if you update your Mavic Air 2 to the latest firmware. Therefore, I wish you a pleasant and safe flight.

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