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VERIFLY INTERVIEW – What insurance coverage does Verifly provide when flying my drone?
Today we want to talk through a fairly new insurance offering called Verifly (https://verifly.com/). It's certainly an interesting concept, so join us today, check them out and fly safe! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. Tell us what you think of the our show. We listen and tweak
How does the FAA define flying over people, and why you can never do it with your drone?
Today we discuss one of the biggest no-nos with a drone...flying over people. Know exactly how the FAA defines this, and fly safe! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. Tell us what you think of the our show. We listen and tweak often. So please leave a review on iTunes:
TOM KILPATRICK INTERVIEW – How to get a nighttime COA or COW
Another tempting thing for pilots to do is fly at night. Again, it's not allowed, unless you have a COA or COW to do so. Today we welcome Tom Kilpatrick to the show to talk about how you can go about getting this clearance. Here's a link to the video they discuss in this episode:
Why can’t you fly a drone around balloon fiesta or major sporting events?
With events like the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (the largest hot air balloon gathering in the world) going on right now, it's tempting for many to put the drone in the air to get some awesome shots. However, it's very illegal and you can get into big trouble. Yet we see dopes doing this all
Traveling with Drone Batteries
In today's show we discuss FAA's policy with regards to traveling with drone batteries. Is it really safe to travel with your drone batteries? Tim in Illinois brings us the question today, and it's about carrying on you
I’ve got $2,500 to start a drone business, so what’s the best use of that money?
Another great business question today from Nathan in Washington state. We recently talked about what to get if you have $10K to start a drone business. Now we narrow that down to $2,500. Hope we can help you and everyone else out, Nathan. Good luck, and fly safe! Get your questions answered:
What would you say to someone who is trying to succeed in the drone business, but is struggling and discouraged?
Great question today that we are tackling based on a message we got through our Facebook page. Hope we can help by encouraging those of you who may be struggling through this competitive market. Winston Churchill once said, "Success is not final. Failure is not fatal. It's the courage to continue that
INTERVIEW AND SPECIAL DISCOUNT – How do you make money with stock footage from your drone?
Today we have the privilege to welcome Joel Holland from Video Blocks (https://www.videoblocks.com/drone) to the show. We think you'll be really excited about their site and what you can do with it. Even cooler...as a Drone U listener you get a membership discount! Check it out and get a FREE 7 day trial
What accessories would you recommend for the Inspire 1?
Thanks to Brett for the question today. He'd like to know about "pimping" his I1, and we are happy to help 'ya out, Brett. Below are links to some of the things we recommend in today's episode. Have fun, and fly safe! Tacos - //amzn.to/2dx6nXW Aviation Radio - //amzn.to/2dhFoOM Battery Backup -
What are the differences between the P3, P4 and Inspire 1 cameras? Is it worth the upgrade?
Thank to Jason for the question. We go through all you need to know about these cameras to help you in your decision. Thanks for listening, everyone. Fly safe! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. Tell us what you think of the our show. We listen and tweak often. So please leave a
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