Flying Conditions for the DJI Air 3 / 3S

The Air 3 and its 2024 refresh, the Air 3S, share the same airframe and wind resistance rating — the 3S adds a longer telephoto zoom and LiDAR, not a change in how either handles weather.

Check today's conditions for the DJI Air 3 / 3S →

Wind & gust thresholds

Caution aboveDo Not Fly above
Sustained wind 33 km/h (21 mph) 43 km/h (27 mph)
Gusts 36 km/h (22 mph) 43 km/h (27 mph)

Why it matters for this drone

The Air series handles wind noticeably better than the Mini series, but it's still light enough that gusts near buildings, ridgelines or open coastline can catch it out faster than its on-paper rating suggests.

Planning a shoot? See golden hour times for the DJI Air 3 / 3S →
Check today's conditions for the DJI Air 3 / 3S →