A third-party modified application called DJI RedFly is currently circulating online. The software is not an official DJI product but is being sold on various platforms for between ¥3 and ¥10, or offered as a free download on a dedicated website. It is based on an older version of the DJI Fly app and is compatible with several DJI remote controllers.
The app claims to bypass flight restrictions, including the removal of no-fly zone alerts and the ability to disable GPS and remote identification broadcasts. It also purports to increase the altitude limit from 120 meters to 500 meters in certain areas and includes options for forced FCC mode. Testing showed that drones using the software could take off in restricted areas.
DJI has officially warned users against downloading or using unauthorized third-party control software. The company stated that such tools bypass airspace regulations and create safety risks, such as crashes or collisions. DJI emphasized that users may face legal consequences for violating drone management regulations.
Operating a hacked drone in restricted airspace carries legal penalties under current regulations. Authorities may order a flight to stop and impose fines of up to ¥500. In severe cases, the drone may be confiscated, with additional fines ranging from ¥1,000 to ¥10,000. Violators also risk administrative detention or criminal prosecution.
