[1] The Air also has a SmartCapture feature, a three-directional obstacle avoidance system with seven sensors, and a 2375 mAh battery giving it a maximum flight time of 21 minutes.

[1] Like the DJI Spark, the Mavic Air also features the "Smart Capture" mode, in which the drone can be controlled by hand gestures.

[6][7][9] Some Mavic Air 2 drones were equipped with an ADS-B safety feature that warns users about nearby aircraft, but supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic meant that this was not available in all regions.

[13] Maximum flight time was reduced to 31 minutes, and the transmission system was upgraded to the new O3 allowing up to 1080p resolution at 12 km (7.5 mi).

[13] The Air 2S also includes new photo and video modes such as SmartPhoto, Hyperlapse, and MasterShots allowing more flexibility of the camera capabilities.

[18] The Verge noted that while the drone remains loud during operation, its larger propellers results in a sound that has a lower frequency and is less piercing than its predecessor.