Phantom 3 Standard
 
Category

Must-Haves
AccessoryBatteries
(get extras to fly longer)
(protect the front of the camera)
(removes dust & fingerprints)
(higher quality video/photos in daylight)
AccessoryCase/Backpack
(safely store Phantom & all accessories)
AccessoryMemory Card
(get an extra to store more photos/videos)
(for transferring photos/video)
(for transferring photos/video)
(easily remove the SD card from the Phantom)
AccessoryPhone/Tablet
(needed to run the DJI GO app)
AccessoryProps
(get spares to replace damaged props)
AccessoryToolkit
(all the tools needed to work on Phantom)
(when & how to calibrate the compass)
DocumentationPhantom Help Guide
(find tips not in Phantom manual)
DocumentationPhantom Release Notes
(list of firmware changes)
(discuss and/or get expert help with your Phantom)
(required before flying in the US)
(does not come in the box)
SoftwareDJI GO
(needed to fly Phantom on an Android device)
SoftwareDJI GO
(needed to fly Phantom on an Apple device)
SoftwareFlight Reader
(privately view, analyze, and store your DJI GO flight logs offline)
(get real-time weather conditions before flying)
(attach FAA registration number to drone)
StickersLost & Found
(attach to your drone & drone gear)
(learn all of the basics)


Accessories
Antennas
AntennaARGtek
(increase RC & Wi-Fi range)
AntennaITELITE
(increase RC & Wi-Fi range)
Antenna BoosterSummitLink
(increase RC range)

Batteries
(protect battery terminals from short circuit)
(prevent battery fires)
(prevent battery fires)
(prevent battery fires)
(prevent battery fires)
Storage BoxMetal Ammo Can
(prevent battery fires)

Battery Chargers
Accessory ChargerRemote Controller Charger
(charge with DJI battery)
Accessory ChargerUSB Device Charger
(charge accesories with DJI battery)
Accessory ChargerUSB Device Charger
(charge accessories with DJI battery)
Battery ChargerDJI (100W)
(charge 1 battery in 1 hour)
Battery ChargerDJI (100W)
(charge 1 battery in 1 hour)
Battery ChargerDJI (57W)
(charge 1 battery in 1.5 hours)
Battery ChargerDJI (57W)
(charge 1 battery in 1.5 hours)
(connect to DJI charger in your car)
(connect to DJI charger in your car)
(shaped to sit in a car cup holder)
(connect to DJI charger in your car)
(connect to DJI charger in your car)
(charge 4 batteries one by one)
Multi ChargerDJI Battery Charger
(charge 4 batteries one by one)
Multi ChargerDJI Battery Charger
(charge 4 batteries one by one)
Parallel ChargerHitec Battery Charger
(charge 4 batteries in 1 hour)
(charge 4 batteries in 1 hour)
Parallel ChargerVenom Battery Charger
(charge 4 batteries in 1 hour)
Parallel ChargerYx Battery Charger
(charge 3 batteries in 1 hour)
(charges 2 batteries)
(charges 4 batteries)
(charges 4 batteries)
(optional solar panel)
(optional solar panel)

Battery Dischargers
Battery DischargerPhantom Angel
(discharges with a bulb)

Camera
Camera GuardAnbee
(protect camera from below)
Camera GuardNeewer
(protect camera from below)
Camera GuardNeewer
(protect camera from below)
Gimbal LockBestem
Gimbal LockDJI
Gimbal LockMilehighdesign
(DJI gimbal lock alternative)
Gimbal LockPolarPro
(fits over PolarPro lens filters)
Gimbal ProtectorGimbal Saver
(aluminum)
(soft, flexible plastic)
Lens CapNeewer
(soft, flexible silicon)
Lens CleanerLENSPEN Lens Pen
(removes dust & fingerprints)
Lens CleanerPGYTECH Lens Pen
(removes dust & fingerprints)
Lens CleanerPolarPro Lens Pen
(removes dust & fingerprints)
(prevent flicker in videos)
Lens HoodNeewer
(prevent flicker in videos)

Camera Filters
Filter Set (CP/Variable Slide On)Ultimaxx 3-pack
Filter Set (ND Slide On)Ditzler Photo
Filter Set (ND Slide On)Neewer
Filter Set (ND/PL Slide On)PolarPro 3-pack
Single Filter (Slide On)Graduated 16-8 (SRP)
Single Filter (Slide On)ND16/PL (SRP)
Single Filter (Slide On)ND8/PL (SRP)
Single Filter (Slide On)ND8 (SRP)

Cases

Clothing
GlovesPalmyth
(for cold weather flying)
GlovesPGYTECH
(for cold weather flying)
GlovesPGYTECH
(for cold weather flying)
(carry accessories inside vest)
(carry accessories inside vest)

Data Backup
(backup files directly from drone or memory card)
Hard DriveWD My Passport
(backup files directly from a memory card)

GPS
Bluetooth GPS ReceiverBad Elf
(add GPS & GLONASS to your tablet)
Bluetooth GPS ReceiverBad Elf
(add GPS to your tablet)
Bluetooth GPS ReceiverDual
(add GPS & GLONASS to your tablet)
Bluetooth GPS ReceiverDual
(add GPS to your tablet)
Bluetooth GPS ReceiverGarmin GLO
(add GPS & GLONASS to your tablet)
Bluetooth GPS ReceiverGarmin GLO 2
(add GPS & GLONASS to your tablet)

Landing
Landing Pad (Round)FStop Labs (2.6 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)FStop Labs (2.6 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)FStop Labs (3 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)Hoodman (2 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)Hoodman (5 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)Hoodman (8 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)PGYTECH (3.5 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)PGYTECH (3.5 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Round)RCstyle (2.5 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Square)Freewell (2.4 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)
Landing Pad (Square)Freewell (2.4 ft)
(launch/land in grass/dew/dirt)

Lights
LED Light StripLighting EVER
Lighting KitLume Cube
(headlights for your Phantom)
(1-pack)
(3-pack)
Strobe LightVIFLY ARC Light

Logbooks

Maintenance
(clean battery contacts)
(clean battery contacts)
Camera CleanerLENSPEN Lens Pen
(removes dust & fingerprints)
Camera CleanerPGYTECH Lens Pen
(removes dust & fingerprints)
Camera CleanerPolarPro Lens Pen
(removes dust & fingerprints)

Memory Cards
16GBLexar
(25MB/s write speed)
(40MB/s write speed)
(90MB/s write speed)
(90MB/s write speed)
(16MB/s write speed)
32GBLexar
(47MB/s write speed)
(40MB/s write speed)
(90MB/s write speed)
(90MB/s write speed)
(16MB/s write speed)
64GBLexar
(47MB/s write speed)
64GBPNY
(50MB/s write speed)
(60MB/s write speed)
(60MB/s write speed)
(90MB/s write speed)
(90MB/s write speed)
(16MB/s write speed)
Memory Card HolderCase - Dcardholder
(holds 10 memory cards)
Memory Card HolderCase - DiMeCard
(writable labels)
Memory Card HolderCase - Eco-Infused
(holds 22 memory cards)
Memory Card HolderCase - Pill Box
Memory Card HolderCase - PolarPro Slate
(100% cast aluminum exterior)
Memory Card HolderCase - SDcardholder
(holds 4 memory cards)
Memory Card HolderKeychain - Canister Project
(small keychain attachment)
Memory Card ReaderLightning to microSD (ADAM)
(copy data to Apple device)
(copy data to Apple device)
(copy data to Apple device)
(copy data to Apple device)
Memory Card ReaderLightning to SD (Apple)
(copy data to Apple device)
Memory Card ReaderLightning to SD (WingHome)
(copy data to Apple device)
(copy data to Android device)
(copy data to Android device)
(copy data to Android device)
(copy data to Android device)
(copy data to Android device)
(copy data to Android device)
Memory Card ReaderUSB Card Reader
(access data via a USB port)
Memory Card ReaderUSB Card Reader
(access data via a USB port)
Memory Card ReaderUSB Hub
(access data via a USB port)

Props
Prop BalancerDu-Bro
Prop BalancerDu-Bro
Prop BalancerSpeedyTM
Prop Balancing RodDu-Bro
Prop Balancing RodSpeedyTM
Prop Balancing RodSpeedyTM
Prop GuardsBestem
(quickly snap on/off)
Prop GuardsDJI
Prop GuardsDJI
Prop GuardsSummitlink
(quickly snap on/off)

Recovery
(grab and lift small objects)
(grab and lift small objects)
(grab and lift small objects)

Remote Controller
CrystalSkyMount - DJI
CrystalSkyMount - DJI
(5.5")
(7.85")
CrystalSky Monitor5.5" High Brightness
(clearly visible in sunlight)
CrystalSky Monitor5.5" High Brightness
(clearly visible in sunlight)
CrystalSky Monitor7.85" High Brightness
(clearly visible in sunlight)
CrystalSky Monitor7.85" High Brightness
(clearly visible in sunlight)
CrystalSky Monitor7.85" Ultra Brightness
(clearly visible in sunlight)
CrystalSky Monitor7.85" Ultra Brightness
(clearly visible in sunlight)
(black)
(gray)
(black)
(updated daily)
ProtectCSC Safety
(makes it impossible to accidentally shut off your motors)
Remote Controller Shoulder StrapBestem
Remote Controller Shoulder StrapDJI
Remote Controller Shoulder StrapDJI
Remote Controller Shoulder StrapUSA Gear
Tablet Mount & Sun ShadeSummitLink
(for tablets up to 11")
Tablet Mount & Sun ShadeSummitLink
(for tablets up to 7")
Tablet MountDJI
Tablet MountDrone Fans
Tablet MountOwoda
Tablet MountRave Aerial
(use with the Jellyfish Tripod Mount)
Tablet MountTarot
(use with the Jellyfish Tripod Mount)
Thumb SticksPhantomKnob
(increase stick control & comfort)
Thumb SticksPhantomKnob
(increase stick control & comfort)
Thumb SticksPhantomKnob
(increase stick control & comfort)
Thumb SticksVarious Brands
(increase stick control & comfort)

Remote ID

Safety
(protect battery terminals from short circuit)
(prevent battery fires)
(prevent battery fires)
Case LockMaster Lock
(TSA approved)
Case LockMaster Lock
(TSA approved & heavy duty shackle)
Case LockSure Lock
(TSA approved)
(for iPad Air)
(for iPad Mini 2/3)
(for iPad Mini 4)
(for iPad Mini 5)
(for iPad Pro 12.9")
(for iPad Pro 9.7")
Motor CoversSilicon
(protect motors)
(hook to gimbal lock)
Prop GuardsAboom
(quickly snap on/off)
Prop GuardsBestem
(quickly snap on/off)
Prop GuardsDJI
Prop GuardsDJI
Prop GuardsDJI
Prop GuardsSummitlink
(quickly snap on/off)
ToolsFan
(keep camera/gimbal cool while running indoors with props off)
Water RescueGetterBack
(rescue your Phantom in 100 ft of water)
(store in case to keep moisture out)

Stickers
Arm Band StickersDJI
Arm Band StickersDJI
Arm Band StickersShop4Swag
(number batteries to track usage)
(number batteries to track usage)
(number batteries to track usage)
(number batteries to track usage)
(number batteries to track usage)
(number batteries to track usage)
Case & VehicleDJI Stickers
(5" x 3" high quality vinyl)
(attach FAA registration number)
(attach FAA registration number)
IdentificationLost & Found Stickers
(attach to your drone & drone gear)

Sun Shades
Sun Hood (Phone)Hoodman
(for iPhone 6/6S Plus)
Sun Hood (Tablet)Hi-Aerial
Sun Hood (Tablet)Hoodman
(for iPad Mini)
Sun Hood (Tablet)Hoodman
(for iPad)
Sun Hood (Tablet)PGYTECH
(for iPad)
Sun Hood (Tablet)PGYTECH
(for iPad Mini)
Sun Shade (Phone)E-accexpert
(folds flat for storage)
Sun Shade (Phone)SummitLink
(folds flat for storage)
Sun Shade (Tablet)Freewell
(for iPad Mini)
Sun Shade (Tablet)Freewell
(for iPad Mini)
Sun Shade (Tablet)Hoodman
(for iPad Mini)
Sun Shade (Tablet)MINI
(for iPad Mini)
Sun Shade (Tablet)Summitlink
(for tablets up to 7")
Sun Shade (Tablet)UAV Blue
(for iPad Mini)

Tools
(modify foam cutouts in case/backpack)
ToolkitBoxer
(all the tools needed to work on Phantom)
ToolkitNanch
(all the tools needed to work on Phantom)
ToolkitTEKTON 27
(all the tools needed to work on Phantom)
ToolkitTEKTON 45
(all the tools needed to work on Phantom)
ToolkitVastar
(all the tools needed to work on Phantom)

Trackers
GPS Tracker (2G)RF-V16
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (2G)Trackimo
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (2G)Trackimo
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (2G)Trackimo Mini
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (2G)Trackimo Mini
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (3G)Ping
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (3G)Tracki
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (3G)Trackimo
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (3G)Trackimo
(location tracker)
GPS Tracker (3G)Trackimo Guardian
(location tracker)
Radio Signal TrackerLoc8tor
(400-foot range)
Radio Signal TrackerMarco Polo
(2-mile range & no mobile fees)
Radio Signal TrackerMarco Polo
(2-mile range & no mobile fees)
Radio Signal TrackerMarco Polo
(2-mile range, no fees, and waterpoof)
Radio Signal TrackerMarco Polo
(2-mile range, no fees, and waterpoof)

Weather
Handheld Weather StationAmbient WM-2
(wind & temperature)
Handheld Weather StationAmbient WM-4
(full weather report)
Handheld Weather StationHoldPeak
(wind & temperature)
Handheld Weather StationProster
(wind)


Replacement Parts


Crash Insurance
3rd PartySkyWatch
(On-Demand Insurance)
(see this list or call for availability in your area)


Software
Compass
(calibrate mobile device compass)
(calibrate mobile device compass)

Data Log
(upload logs & view online)
(graph data from flight logs)
(sync video with GPS location in Google Maps)
(overlay logged data onto video)
(offline DAT flight log viewer)
(privately view, analyze, and store your DJI GO flight logs offline)
(upload DJI GO & Litchi logs & view online)
(convert DJI GO TXT logs to CSV format)

DJI
(app to fly Phantom on an Android device)
(app to fly Phantom on an Apple device)
(aerial mapping tool)

Flight Automation

Flight Planning
(view airspace maps & advisories)
(view airspace maps & advisories)
(view airspace maps & advisories)
(find correct ND filter to use)
(find correct ND filter to use)

FPV
(DJI GO alternative)
(DJI GO alternative)
(DJI GO alternative)

GPS
(see available satellites)
(calibrate mobile device compass)
(get satellite forecast for specific location)

Image/Video
(overlay logged data onto video)
Panoramic Image Viewerkrpano
Photo Editor (Mobile)Adobe Lightroom
(free)
Photo Editor (Mobile)Adobe Lightroom
(free)
Photo Editor (Mobile)Adobe Photoshop Express
(free)
Photo Editor (Mobile)Adobe Photoshop Express
(free)
Photo Editor (Mobile)Snapseed
(free)
Photo Editor (Mobile)Snapseed
(free)
Photo EditorAdobe Lightroom
Photo EditorGIMP
(free)
Photo EditorLuminar
(use along with these presets)
Photo StitcherArcsoft Panorama Maker
Photo StitcherAutopano Giga
Photo StitcherHangar 360
(free)
Photo StitcherHugin
(free)
Photo StitcherPTgui
Tiny Planet CreatorCircular Studio
Video Editor (Mobile)iMovie
(free)
Video Editor (Mobile)LumaFusion
Video Editor (Mobile)Quik
(free)
Video EditorAdobe Premiere Pro
Video EditorDaVinci Resolve
(free)
Video EditorFinal Cut Pro
Video EditorGoPro Studio
(free)
Video EditoriMovie
(free)
Video EditorMAGIX Vegas
Video EditorOpenShot
(free)
Video EditorPinnacle Studio
Video EditorProDrenalin
Video EditorShotcut
(free)
Video EditorWindows Movie Maker
(free)
Video EditorWondershare Filmora
Video PlayerVLC
(free)
Virtual Tour BuilderPanotour

LUTS
(Ground Control Color)

Mapping
(turn photos into 3D models)
(turn photos into 3D models)
(turn photos into 3D models)
(aerial mapping tool)
(mapping & measuring tool)
(aerial mapping tool)

Performance
(free up memory to boost performance)

Safety
(display Remote ID for nearby drones)
(display Remote ID for nearby drones)
(check for magnetic interference in takeoff location)

Screen Recorder

Waypoint Missions
(plan missions from your desktop)

Weather
(weather, news & fly zone maps)
(weather, news & fly zone maps)
(find sun/moon position at any time of day)
(find sun/moon position at any time of day)
(current weather & forecast)
(current weather & forecast)
(real-time local weather conditions)
(Local storm info & wind direction/speed)

Wi-Fi
(stay connected to Phantom's Wi-Fi)


Manuals


FAQ


How-Tos
Battery

Build It Yourself
(maintain consistent yaw speed)

Calibration

Camera

Camera/Gimbal

Firmware
(via memory card)
(use at your own risk)
(using BIN file)
(using DJI GO)

Flying
Flight ModeCourse Lock
Flight ModeFollow Me
Flight ModeHome Lock
Flight ModeWaypoints

Image/Video
(The Gamer Show)

Installation

Logs

Maintenance

Remote Controller

Repair
Replace Phantom body shellPart 1
(Suhail Imtiaz)
Replace Phantom body shellPart 2
(Suhail Imtiaz)
Replace Phantom body shellPart 3
(Suhail Imtiaz)

Software
DJI GOOverview
(Adorama)
DJI GOOverview
(Tom's Tech Time)
(Dragon7)
(DJI Support)

Wi-Fi


References
DJI
(find DJI drone model & build date)
(trade in your drone for DJI credit)

Phantom 3
(lots of good tips)
(by Jeff Cable)


Tutorials


Education
Batteries
(DJI Guides)
(Phantom Help)

Camera
(Drone Film Guide)
(Steve Coutts)
(Frederick Hagan)

Courses
(Learn to think, fly, film, and edit like a pro aerial filmmaker)

DJI GO
(Frederick Hagan)
(Tom's Tech Time)
(Art of Photography)

FAA
(rules for flying sUAS commercially)
(new rules for recreational drone use)
(US Act requiring model aircraft registration)
(must pass to fly recreationally in the US)
(shows areas where it's illegal to fly)
(shows areas requiring DJI's authorization to fly)
(temporary no fly zones)

FAA Part 107
(book used at FAA exam)
(renew your certificate)
Online CourseEasy 107
Online CourseGleim Aviation
Online CourseGold Seal
Online CourseRemote Pilot 101
Practice Test3DR
Practice TestDauntless Aviation
Study Guide3DR
(VATSIM)
Study GuideRupprecht Law
Study GuideTony Northrup

FAA Registration
(required before flying in the US)

General

Photography
Adobe LightroomFixing Exposure
Adobe LightroomFixing Sharpening
Adobe PhotoshopMerge RAW Photos
(Digital Photography School)
(Drone Film Guide)

Safety

Video Editing
(Frederick Hagan)
(Roberto Blake)
Adobe Premiere ProColor Correction Tips
(Curtis Dart)
Adobe Premiere ProColor Correction Tips
(Frederick Hagan)
Adobe Premiere ProColor Correction Tips #2
(Frederick Hagan)
Adobe Premiere ProColor Grading Tutorial
(Frederick Hagan)
Adobe Premiere ProColor Grading with Sound
(Frederick Hagan)
Adobe Premiere ProCompiling Video Clips
Adobe Premiere ProExport A Frame Of Video
Adobe Premiere ProOverlay Matte Tutorial
DaVinci ResolveColor Grading Tips
(Casey Faris)
DaVinci ResolveColor Grading Tips
(tutvid)
Final Cut ProSpeed Ramp Tutorial

Videography
(Drone Film Guide)
(Droneworks Studios)
(The Film Poets)
(Tom's Tech Time)


Videos
(On the Kitchen Table)


Forums/Groups
(official Phantom Help forum)
ForumDJI Forum
(official DJI forum)
SocialSkyPixel
(share your aerial photos & video)


Fixes
Camera Fixes
(grub screw adjustment)

DJI GO Fixes

Mobile Device Fixes
(tips to optimize Android device for DJI GO)
(tips to optimize Apple device for DJI GO)

Phantom Fixes
(prevent shell cracks)
Arm Reinforcements (Plastic)SUMOMOTO
(prevent shell cracks)
Arm Reinforcements (Plastic)UAV-BITS
(prevent shell cracks)

Prop Fixes

Protect Camera
Camera GuardGimbal-Guard
(protect camera from below)
Camera GuardMilehighdesign
(protect camera from below)
Camera GuardSKYREAT
(protect camera from below)

Protect Gimbal
Gimbal ProtectorAnbee
(aluminum)
Gimbal ProtectorGimbal Saver
(aluminum)
Gimbal ProtectorPerl Trading
(plastic)

Remote Controller Fixes
CSC ProtectSafety
(makes it impossible to accidentally shut off your motors)


Upgrades
(charge battery in 1 hour)
(charge battery in 1 hour)
(charge battery in 1 hour)
(charge 3 batteries in 1 hour)


Modifications
Antenna Mods
(increase RC & Wi-Fi range)
(increase RC & Wi-Fi range)
(increase RC & Wi-Fi range)
(increase RC range)

Landing Gear Mods
(attach so you know which way is the front)

Prop Mods
(change color of your props with Rit dye)

Remote Controller Mods
(maintain consistent yaw speed)

Software Mods
(Disable DJI Aeroscope Remote ID broadcasts)


Practice Drones
(0.3 MP camera)
(HD 2MP Camera)
(no camera)
(screen built into remote controller)
(no camera)
(HD camera)
(HD camera)
(prop guards)
(HD camera)


Repair Shops
Europe
(Netherlands)

US
(Westlake Village, CA)
(Daly City, CA)
(Malden, MA)
(Staten Island, NY)
(Salt Lake City, UT)
(Richmond, VA)

Worldwide


Firmware Archive
(JogjaSky)