What Happens If You Lose a Drone in Thailand? *Story Time*

Buckle up! We're going for an adventurous ride through the streets of Bangkok, Thailand to find my lost drone!

🌆 **Lost in Bangkok:** Discover how my DJI Mini 3 Pro went missing in one of Asia's most vibrant and chaotic cities, Bangkok. Watch as I piece together the puzzle of its disappearance.

🔍 **Search & Rescue:** Join me on a mission to track down my $1,000 flying camera through dark alleyways and narrow canals.

👮🏼‍♂️ **Penalties for Unregistered Drones:** Learn about the strict regulations and penalties for flying an unregistered drone in Thailand. I'll discuss the legal implications and share insight to help you avoid similar predicaments. This is a cautionary tale on why YOU SHOULD REGISTER YOUR DRONE IN THAILAND!

🗨️ **Language Barriers:** Navigate the challenges of language barriers as I communicate with locals in my quest to find the lost drone. See how I overcome these obstacles with determination and technology.

🙏 **Kindness of Thai People:** Experience the heartwarming moments when the local Thai people step in to assist a foreign drone owner in need. See the incredible hospitality and warmth that Thailand is known for.

🚁 **Epic Drone Footage:** Enjoy breathtaking drone footage of Bangkok's stunning skyline, landmarks, and hidden gems. Get a bird's-eye view of this mesmerizing city, showcasing its unique beauty from a whole new perspective.

Welcome to this rollercoaster of emotions, from the initial despair of losing my drone to…what happens next! Even if you're not into drones, this video is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the kindness of strangers, and the boundless beauty of Thailand's capital city. Such an incredible adventure!

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The last song in this video is "Shucks" by SHAFE @ShaferProduct on Instagram.

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[jamesdivine]

That was quite a story! Great ending and Art is the man! Love how Art had to be respectful to Uncle & Auntie back-to-back and could tell you were like 'tell me tell me'
Gonna watch the unboxing video of the DJI next. Wanna get a drone badly for the past 3 years.

[AleeseLightyear]

I can't believe I never heard this story in real-time as it was happening! But I GET IT---The anxiety, the suspense, the sweet Thai angel Art and the just proof that ppl are GOOD! This was such a great video Jess!!

[DIYDiaz]

Girl…when I tell you you had me STRESSED throughout this video! 😅 it took me multiple pauses to finish it lol. Great storytelling! So glad you got it back and you encountered so many angels along the way. And I loved the nighttime drone footage!! 😍

[kylasbibi]

Glad you got your drone back! Bangkok looks like a fabulous city. I can see why you wanted the pic of the gold Buddha.

[lifeoverdoseent]

Your situational awareness, and room reading was on 10. No 12 was needed! You and Art just “Tom Cruised” that mission impossible. So dope

[jeffsnow]

You're a great story teller, and I hope you're able to make it back to TH when the time is right.

[legganty]

Great story, thanks for sharing, it shows the Thai people are genuinely nice and will help out a stranger. Primo choice on where you decided to land the drone.

[ayseteshdemir]

Love that people want to help and refuse to take money as reward. They do it because they are kind.
Great video, glad it all went well for you!

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[Jimbo-in-Thailand]

@The Jesstination - Glad you got your drone back. I've lived here for 18 years and certainly not surprised at how nice and friendly the Thais were to you. OTOH I wish dealing with the Thai bureaucracy was as friendly... and... forgiving. Like you said, the fine for flying an unregistered drone is 100, 000 baht and/or jail time. The Thai government HATES drones so most of the drone laws are draconian. I've been flying drones here off and on since 2016 and have just registered a new Mini 4 Pro. I'm waiting the 2 weeks for CAAT (Civilian Aviation Authority of Thailand) to approve my application. It's a pain in the backside but it is what it is. We all know it's laid back here, but there are some offenses you don't want to get caught doing. Flying an unregistered drone is one of them. Also, breaking the Thai drone laws by flying over people or near buildings, especially government buildings, hospitals, etc. can get you in big trouble. In the future I would be very careful dear.

Merry Christmas & good luck in your travels!

[NewYorkerinLondon]

This was awesome. Thanks for sharing. 🙌🏽✨

[jessicarubyify]

I was really hoping for a happy ending. Go register your drone, Jessica. 😊😅
I'm glad you got it back! Great story!

[georgeherzog]

Living solo in Asia inevitably has these moments.

My first visit to Phuket and alone I rented a motorcycle and took off around the island.

I stopped at a beautiful park with a big view. Returned to the motorcycle and discovered I'd dropped the keys.

Retraced my steps for a hour but couldn't find the keys.

I couldn't speak Thai and no cellphone.

Finally decided to show my rental receipt to a groundskeeper and gesture my problem.

The groundskeeper looks at my paperwork, smiles, and hands me my keys.

The kindness of strangers when you are so far from home is such a wonderful thing. ❤❤

[hillmonkfilms]

Amazing story sis.. congratulations on finding your drone...have great flights ahead ❤

[lesahodgkins]

I was in suspense waiting and hoping you got your drone back. Thank goodness you were able to get it back. Please be careful with a low battery. Thank then lucky stars. ⭐️

[elturko]

I’d for sure help u. I can tell we like the same channels and I like ur vibe. Totally following you. Good luck on your adventures and success to u 🖖🏼🤙🏼✊🏼

[shafe]

Art is the man! But he did it for you, how could he not, you’re too amazing not to leave you better off!

[tommykeenan]

You were quite lucky no one reported you for flying a drone at night, this is not allowed in Thailand 🇹🇭 however terrific you got it back 😅

[andrewchayles]

I learned that same lesson the hard way but someone found it and actually made a Wechat post and returned it to me. I was super fortunate. And that funny that i watched that same video to try to find my drone. You can also find your drone with your remote. It will guide you to where it is located.

[yoanggapraditya]

hai.. Do we realy have to register our drone to fly in thailand? or we can just fly without police knowing? please answer

[ThompsononTour]

Hi so glad you got your drone back, but you were really risking it by not having personal liability insurance plus Caat and the radio network permissions, I'd be too scared to fly my drone without having that even though it costs just over 60 pounds to get all that .
Great video though, glad you had a happy ending 🙏🙏🙏.