What type of iPad would you say is best for flying a Phantom 4 Pro?

Today on Ask Drone U, Mike from Ohio asks if the iPad is the best tablet for drone.  Mike is flying a DJI Phantom 4 Pro.  We talk about choosing the right iPad, DJI screens and optimizing your monitor for aerial photography.  Thanks for the question, Mike!  Fly safe!  

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Timestamps

• [02:54] Today’s question is about whether the iPad is the best tablet for drone like DJI Phantom 4 Pro
• [04:20] Understanding the pros and cons of using the iPad to fly your done
• [06:50] Why is the DJI large screen the best option for your drone?
• [07:22] Is the iPad the best tablet for drone? Maybe not. Find out what Paul has to say.
• [08:43] Which are the best phones to fly your drone?
• [08:53] Why should you always clear your phone and switch to airplane mode when flying your drone?
• [10:25] Why should you avoid going for firmware upgrades offered by the DJI GoApp?
• [10:54] How will a DJI GoApp affect your drone startup time and settings?
• [12:40] Why should you avoid using the iPad to fly your drone?
• [13:41] Tips for using your iPad to fly your drone
• [14:52] In which instance would a drone pilot need the cellular version of the iPad?
• [14:58] Why is it advisable for mappers to get the cellular version of the iPad to fly a drone?

Today we have a question from Jeff, a recent part 107 recipient who wants to know if he’s required to follow part 107 rules when flying for fun.  We talk about flying drones near airports, MPTOMs and flying commercially versus flying as a hobbyist.  Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:45] Today’s topic is about whether Part 107 rules apply to drone pilots when flying for fun
• [02:26] Paul provides clarity regarding the permissibility of flying as a hobbyist for Part 107 license holders
• [03:36] What does Part 107 say about flying under hobby rules?
• [04:16] Is it wise to be flying your drone under MPTOM?
• [06:00] As a hobbyist, can you fly your drone within five miles of an airport?

Thanks to Kyle for today’s question.  He asks if racing drones are worth the investment for drone entrepreneurs.  We talk about the value of FPV drone skills and whether or not they’re the right equipment for drone businesses.  Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:31] Today’s question is about whether FPV drones are the right choice for aerial photography
• [03:33] Paul explains why it is not a good idea to shoot cinematic videos using an FPV drone
• [04:40] Can you hone your flying skills if you fly your FPV drone without your goggles?
• [05:50] Does being a FAA certified airline pilot prepare you to fly a drone?

Thanks to Bernabe, a DroneU member working in Iowa, for today’s question.  To promote his drone business, Bernabe wants to offer his drone services to a local parade.  He asks whether or not it is safe to fly alongside the parade to get drone footage.  While the short answer is “No,” we talk about FAA waivers, authorizations and creative alternatives to flying drones in unsafe conditions.  Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [02:11] Today’s question is about the legal permissibility of flying multiple drones alongside a parade to capture footage
• [03:01] Rob answers today’s question
• [03:32] Can a person fly multiple drones at the same time?
• [04:07] What does FAA say about flying over people in 14 CFR 107?
• [04:54] How do FAA inspectors interpret regulations pertaining to flying drones over people?
• [05:49] Is it wise to fly your drone alongside a parade to capture footage?
• [06:05] What are some creative alternatives for shooting a parade with a drone?

Today on AskDronU, we answer a call from Joe, a drone pilot working in North Carolina.  Joe wants drone footage of a stadium for his demo reel and wants to know if flying over empty arenas is legal or ethical.  We talk about the FAA regulations around flying drones in public places, photographer’s rights and the Drone Pilot Field Kit.

Thanks to Joe for the great question!  Fly safe everyone!
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Timestamps

• [03:51] Today’s question is about the legal implications and ethical considerations of flying your drone over empty stadiums and arenas
• [05:12] Paul answers today’s question and attempts to provide clarity regarding regulations governing flying drones over empty stadiums and arenas
• [05:30] What does the law say regarding filming people from your drone in a public place?
• [08:45] Learn all about photographer’s rights by accessing the Drone Pilot Field Kit at https://www.dronepilotfieldkit.com/#
• [10:58] Why is the Drone Pilot Field Kit such an invaluable resource?
• [11:41] What does the law say about taking off or landing a drone in a National Park regulated territory?

How much should I charge for land-only drone jobs?

In today’s show, we talk about drone photography pricing. What strategies can a drone pilot employ to command the best prices possible?

Thanks to Mikela for today’s question. She wants to know about how to price drone services if the client only wants landing footage.  We talk about assessing your own value, pricing your services and making the money you deserve as a professional drone pilot.  Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [03:56] Today’s question about drone photography pricing
• [04:25] Understand the various business costs associated with the drone business and getting the prices that you deserve as a drone pilot
• [06:19] How should you structure your drone photography pricing strategy when other pilots are trying to underbid you?
• [07:18] How can you provide more value and subsequently charge higher prices?
• [09:00] Learn to capture the best drone footage by taking up DroneU’s “Still Photography” with Vic Moss. Vic Moss also teaches you to edit like a pro and create amazing pictures with DroneU’s “Photo Editing” course. Get access to Vic Moss’s photography courses by going to DroneU’s Course Page: https://learning.thedroneu.com/courses/
• [09:25] Learn to organize, edit and share your photos by taking up DroneU’s “Lightroom Automation” class with Paul. Get access to DroneU’s “Lightroom automation” course by going to DroneU’s course page: https://learning.thedroneu.com/courses/
• [10:10] Mastering the art of negotiation and providing more value-added services
• [18:00] Drone Photography pricing for land only jobs

Can you fly your drone over moving traffic?

Today we talk to Bruce, a recent recipient of his Part 107 license looking to get into the drone business full-time.  Bruce asks about legality and safety of flying drones over streets, houses and events.  We outline the FAA regulations on flying over traffic and people along with some tips on how to fly safely as a professional drone pilot.

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Timestamps

• [01:14] Today’s question – can I fly my drone over a road? What about houses and streets?
• [02:33] Is it legal to fly over real estate while shooting drone footage?
• [02:57] Can a drone pilot shoot weddings and real estate without flying over people?
• [03:28] Accessing the FAA drone pilot field kit that contains information about flying over people
• [04:32] Paul reads out an excerpt from the drone field kit which clarifies FAA stance about flying over people
• [06:00] Clarifications about FAA Flight-Over-People Rule
• [07:17] Is it legal to fly within 500 feet of a structure using a MPTOM (Motion Picture and Television Flight Operation Manual) and under FAA section 333?
• [08:15] State Farm Bureaus and American Farm Bureau voice their opinion about flying UAS over people
• [09:15] An overview of the new FAA rule about flying over people
• [10:50] What were the results of the drone safety test at Virginia Tech?
• [12:54] Why is attaching a GoPro to your drone in the corner of your operating sight a good idea?

Another great question today coming to us from Jonathan, a fellow pilot frustrated with the competitive nature of the drone photography market.  We offer some advice on understanding the value of your skills and building your drone business around services that customers can’t get anywhere else.

We’ll do our best to help you stand out and grow. Let us know how else we can help you. Fly safe, and good luck!

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Timestamps

• [02:17] Today’s question about being successful in an intensely competitive drone market
• [03:17] Is it wise to offer cheap and low-end services in the drone market
• [03:47] Which market segment should you target as a drone pilot
• [04:35] Tips and Tricks to be successful in the drone market
• [05:40] Dealing with stress and competition as a drone operator
• [07:07] Strategies to provide more value added services in the drone market

What do I need to know about using a spotter or drone visual observer?

Great question today from Christopher, a drone entrepreneur working in Connecticut.  He wants to know how he can utilize spotters and visual observers in a manner most efficient to running his drone business.  In this podcast, we talk about training, paying and working with visual observers when working as a professional drone pilot.  We don’t think we’ve had this one before, so we’re excited to help you out. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:34] Today’s question about the benefits of using a spotter or drone visual observer
• [03:50] Paul gives a real life example showing the importance of a spotter for drone pilots
• [05:29] How much should you pay your drone visual observer (VO) or spotter
• [07:27] Is it a good idea for a spotter to carry binoculars
• [09:30] Tips and Tricks for drone pilots to train a spotter or drone visual observer

Drone Jobs on Film Sets

Thank you, Chris in Georgia, for the question today. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:50] Today’s question revolves around unions; do you need to be a union member in order to get drone jobs on a film set?
• [02:29] Paul shares his experience about working on a film set
• [04:40] How should you go about getting drone jobs on film set?
• [06:01] Does a drone operator need to be a union member to work on a film set?
• [06:41] What is the ideal insurance liability limit that you should have in order to work on a film set?
• [08:00] Paul talks about the rampant problem of nepotism in the film industry
• [10:41] Is it advisable to call up the production office directly in order to get work?