Memorial Day 2024 is this weekend: gear up for these mega drone sales

Memorial Day 2024 brings fantastic deals on drones and drone accessories. This year, Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 27. While many of the deals won’t be live (or even announced) until this weekend, there are already plenty of deals available now to kickstart your Memorial Day 2024 shopping.

Among the top Memorial Day 2024 drone sales include discounts of up to 28% off on Autel Robotics drones and $150 off certain online drone courses. And yes, there are even discounts on DJI drones, too.

Bookmark this page, as we will be updating it with more deals as they come in throughout the weekend and into Monday. Here are the top Memorial Day 2024 drone sales:

Deals on drones for Memorial Day 2024

Perhaps the most exciting purchase you can make? The drone itself. That’s why we’re kicking off this Memorial Day 2024 deals guide with a section on drones:

28% off of EVO Nano+ for Autel Robotics

• Original price: $943
• Discounted price: $679
• Savings: 28% off

The Autel EVO Nano series is an entry-level aerial camera designed for absolute beginners. It’s rare to find drones discounted and rarely more than a 10% discount.

The EVO Nano+ drone weighs only 249 grams, which is significant due to regulatory benefits. It features a 1/1.28″ sensor capable of capturing 50 MP photos.

The drone is equipped with a three-way binocular vision sensor, allowing it to detect obstacles in front, behind, and below. It can fly for up to 28 minutes, withstand level 5 wind conditions, and transmit video from up to 10 km away.

Many pilots choose this drone specifically as an alternative to DJI. (Though note, this drone is also made in China.)

Purchase the EVO Nano+ for $679.

7% off the DJI Mini 2 SE

• Original price: $299
• Discounted price: $279
• Savings: 7% off

Sure, a 7% discount isn’t huge. But it’s a big deal because finding any drone under $300 is tough to find, let alone a DJI drone. And you can now get the DJI Mini 2 SE from Amazon for $279.

The discount probably also has something to do with the launch of the DJI Mini 4K (which has significant upgrades when compared to the Mini 2 SE).

The DJI Mini 2 SE takes many of the features that were revolutionary when the DJI Mini 2 launched in November 2021. That includes a 1/2.3” CMOS and 12 MP photos. It’s also far cheaper. While the Mini 4K is $299, the DJI Mini 2 SE costs just $279.

Up to 40% off Exo Drones

Although we don’t usually rave about their products, the current EXO drone sale is worth sharing. Running through May 23, 2024, this sale is perfect for those looking for an affordable, non-DJI, and (kind of!) American-made consumer drone.

• EXO X7 Ranger PLUS (40% off)
  • Usual price: $549
  • Discounted price: $329
  • An entry-level drone with a 25-minute flight time and a 4K camera for photos (2K for videos)
• EXO Cinemaster 2 (35% off)
  • Usual price: $610
  • Discounted price: $399
  • Features true 4K recording at 50mbps and a 1/2.3in CMOS sensor for higher-quality images.
• EXO Blackhawk 3 Pro (24% off)
  • Usual price: $1,249
  • Discounted price: $949
  • Offers a 53-minute flight time and a 1/1.3in CMOS 48 MP camera with smart features like obstacle avoidance. Check out our full review of the Blackhawk 3 Pro.
• EXO Mini Pro (18% off)
  • Usual price: $799
  • Discounted price: $649
  • Lightweight at under 250 grams, with a 40-minute flight time, 4K UHD video, and 3-way obstacle avoidance.
• EXO Blackhawk 2 Pro (17% off)
  • Usual price: $899
  • Discounted price: $749
  • An older model with fewer features than the Blackhawk 3 Pro, but still a solid option.

These deals are available on Amazon and the EXO drones store, with free shipping to the contiguous U.S. states. Don’t miss out—this sale ends on May 23, 2024.

EXO may be considered an American drone company, depending on your definition. The products are engineered in the U.S., and the company is owned by Miami-based OpenStore. However, the drones are built outside the U.S. and are affiliated with Chinese drone company Hubsan. While they don’t fully meet the Buy American Act requirements, they still represent a solid non-DJI option in the consumer drone market.

This sale is a great opportunity if you’re looking for alternatives to DJI drones. Take advantage of these deals before they end tomorrow!

Deals on drone classes for Memorial Day 2024

Whether you’re looking to learn how to turn your passion into your business, or you want to get your drone license, consider enrolling in a class to learn something new and up-level your skills.

This Memorial Day, take advantage of these deals on online courses:

$120 off Drone Pilot Ground School (AND proceeds are donated to K9s for Warriors)

Drone Pilot Ground School is the most reputable provider of training for the Part 107 test and general drone flight training. The Drone Girl, Sally, personally used their course to take and pass the Federal Aviation Administration’s Aeronautical Knowledge Test on her first try, so it’s easy to understand why it’s her favorite Part 107 drone test prep course.

This Memorial Day 2024, save $120 on any of the three packages offered:

1. Self-Study (normally $297, now $197)
2. Guided Study (normally $327, now $227)
3. Guided Study plus Flight Training (normally $525, now $425)

Drone Pilot Ground School typically does not discount the Guided Study + Flight Training package since it’s already discounted, so this is a huge deal. What’s even better about this sale is that the proceeds will be donated to a great cause: K9s for Warriors. K9s for Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of trained service dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury, or military sexual trauma.

The Drone Pilot Ground School Memorial Day 2024 sale runs until Tuesday, May 28, at 11:59 p.m. CT.

$150 off Drone Mapping Course from UAV Coach

The Drone Mapping Essentials online course by UAV Coach is now $150 off—just $349 through Thursday, May 28th. Also, Drone Girl listed UAV’s Drone Mapping Essentials course as one of the best drone mapping courses of 2024.

Created by industry expert Dylan Gorman, the founder of PilotByte, the course features over 10 hours of learning modules and more than 100 instructional videos. It includes quizzes and downloadable resources like checklists to simplify real-world flights.

You’ll also get real-world data sets to practice on. The course ends with a final exam, and passing earns you a certificate of completion to impress clients. Plus, it teaches using free mapping and data processing software, so no extra costs.

Register for the UAV Coach mapping course for $349 (usually $499) here.

Deals on other drone gear and accessories

If you already have a drone, well, you might not be in the market for another. But you MIGHT be in the market for some sweet (or practical) accessories. Check these deals out:

Up to 46% off of GetFPV products

Here are some of the best deals currently available from GetFPV, a leading independent online retailer of FPV products:

1. Lumenier CYBERMECH LED Visor: Originally $129.99, now $69.99. This visor is a full-color customizable LED display for the DJI FPV Goggles. It allows you to display color animations, images, custom text, and more on the front of your FPV Goggles.
2. Lumenier Power Bank Pro 225: Originally $169.99, now $99.99. This power bank is a portable fast-charging solution for all your FPV charging needs. You can wirelessly charge your phone, fast charge your laptop, and power your drone battery charger with this battery bank.
3. Lumenier 1300mAh 3S 60C LiPo Battery: Originally $19.99, now $17.99. This LiPo battery is designed for multi-rotor or plane applications where extreme power is needed. LiPo batteries are generally safer and more environmentally friendly than other R/C batteries, but be sure to follow necessary safety precautions when handling them.

GetFPV also offers discounts for military personnel, first responders, students, and teachers throughout the year. All military members receive an additional 6% discount on every order after verifying their identity.

How to save an extra 5% on Memorial 2024 sales (and more deals)

To save an extra 5% on Memorial Day 2023 sales, consider shopping on Amazon, even if you love the customer service at B&H Photo. Here’s why Amazon might be a better choice for maximizing your savings:

If you have the Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card, widely regarded as Amazon’s best credit card, you’ll get an automatic 5% back on purchases at both Amazon and Whole Foods. This cash back is combinable with the Memorial Day 2024 discounts mentioned earlier.

Related read: This Amazon credit card tip can get you 10% back on popular DJI drones

Plus, Amazon will have Memorial Day sales of up to 40% now through the weekend, including 20% off of the Apple iPad Air and 67% off of portable Bluetooth speakers.