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Can You Fly over All Participants in a Drone Operation? How Does FAA Define “Participants”?
Today's episode is about flying over people. Flying over participants of a drone operation is allowed by the FAA. But, who exactly are these "participants"? Our caller, Rick has come up with an interesting question
Systems, Equipment and Applications Necessary for Producing Survey Grade Accuracy in UAV Mapping
Today's episode is about generating accuracy in UAV mapping. What systems should you follow? And, which equipment and applications should you ideally use? Our caller Ted from Germany is wondering how he can generate drone maps with cm grade accuracy. We kick off this informative episode by talking about
Why You Should Refrain from Flying Your Drone near a Wildfire
Today's episodes is about drone and wildfires. Why should drone pilots absolutely refrain from flying near a wildfire? What are the various hazards of doing so? Our today's caller, Mark has an important public service announcement to make. Mark cautions all drone pilots against flying their drone in case
The 2018 Drone U Fly-In
Today's episode is about the 2018 Drone U Fly-in. How was our experience at the 2018 Fly-in? Will we have a Drone U Fly-in in 2019? This episode is for folks who could not make it to Albuquerque last weekend. Held from Aug 3-5, the 2018 Drone U Fly-in was a
Should You Start a Drone Business with Your Best Friend?
Today's question is about starting a drone business with a friend. What are the risks and benefits of working with a friend? Rob and Paul have some great practical advice just for YOU. Our caller, Cam has come up with a thought provoking question today. Cam has some great opportunities lined up for him.
How Can Becoming a Drone U Member Help You Kickstart Your Business
Today's question is about the many benefits of becoming a Drone U member. We discuss the various Drone U resources that can help you master your craft, and start your drone business. And we provide some great Tips and Tricks for navigating through our
Is Raptor Maps a Good Solution for Solar Site Inspections? Are There Any Other Comparable Software?
Today's question is about Raptor Maps. Should you use Raptor Maps for thermographic mapping of solar sites? And, can you Pix4D instead of Raptor Maps for thermographic mapping? Our caller is wondering if he should use Raptor maps for mapping a solar site. We share with you our experience with Raptor Maps.
How to Deal with Unlicensed Pilots and Convince Them to Take Their Part 107 Certification
Today's episode is about dealing with unlicensed pilots. How do you convince these illegal pilots to get their Part 107 certification? And, will you run into serious trouble if you fly unlicensed? Our caller, Michael is
Why Do We Recommend the DJI Phantom 4 Pro Instead of the Mavic Pro for Drone Business?
Today's episode is about the DJI Mavic Pro. Can you establish a solid drone business with the Mavic Pro? Does the Mavic Pro have considerable operational limitations as compared to the
How to Renew Your Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, and How the FAA Test Has Changed
Today we discuss the upcoming FAA Part 107 Recency exam that most drone pilots will have to face after August 31st of this year. Vic is joining us on the show, because he just took the new FAA Part 107 Recency exam and
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