Today’s episode is about marketing your drone business. How can Friday Flyday help you build client relationships, and further your drone business?

Our caller, Kyle is wondering how he should spend his Friday Flyday. Is the purpose of a Friday Flyday just to have fun? Not quite. We discuss how to make opportune use of Friday Flyday to market your drone business. You might also run into some pesky intruders while you are out flying your drone. Tune in for some expert tips for dealing with such folks. We thank Kyle for the question. And we hope you have a fantastic Friday Flyday!

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Timestamps

• [00:40] Requesting help for Drone U Community member, Paul Roldan who is bravely battling cancer; click on the link in the podcast summary to donate for a good cause
• [03:12] Today’s question is about Friday Flyday
• [04:16] How does Paul spend his Friday Flyday?
• [04:58] How a Friday Flyday can build client relationships, and hence, help you market your drone business
• [05:23] Discussing why it is not difficult to get prospects and clients excited about flying
• [07:10] How to handle pesky intruders while flying your drone

Today’s episode is about flying your drone near military operations. What is the difference between MOA’s and restricted airspace? How can you determine restricted airspace with a sectional chart?

Can you fly your drone if military operations are being conducted in close vicinity? Our caller is unsure if his house falls in restricted airspace. We discuss how you can read sectional charts in order to determine restricted airspace. You will also learn how to differentiate between MOA’s and restricted airspace. Are all MOA’s classified as restricted airspace? And, what are the repercussions of flying in restricted airspace? Tune in to find out. Thanks to our caller for the question. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:51] We share information about our sponsor, Schedudrone
• [02:51] Today’s question is about Military Operating Areas; are all MOA’s treated as restricted airspace?
• [03:24] Are all MOA’s (Military Operating Areas) classified as restricted airspace?
• [03:30] Recommended sources for checking out sectional charts
• [04:10] How are MOA’s depicted in sectional charts?
• [04:25] Can a drone pilot fly in a MOA?
• [05:28] "] What is the significance of MOA’s?
• [05:56] Should a drone pilot yield to manned aircraft? Who has the ultimate responsibility for a drone flight?
• [06:24] How can Drone U help you prepare for your Part 107 test?
• [06:41] We speculate whether our caller can fly his drone outside his home
• [07:22] Can a drone pilot get into trouble for flying in restricted airspace?

Used DJI Inspire 1 or Inspire 2?

Today’s episode is about the DJI Inspire 1. Is it a good idea to buy a used drone? Or, should you rather opt for an Inspire 2?

Our caller, Kyle is planning on upgrading from a DJI Phantom 4 to an Inspire 1. However, he is contemplating purchasing a used drone off Craigslist. Is this a good idea? We suggest some expert tips for purchasing a used drone. We also discuss the various capabilities of the DJI Inspire 1. There are many folks who swear by this sweet bird. But, is it a smart idea to purchase a used DJI drone? Tune in to find out. Thanks to Kyle for the question. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:23] We share details about the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in
• [02:00] Learn about our newest sponsor, Dynnex drones
• [02:34] Today’s question is about buying a used drone
• [03:41] Is it a good idea to buy a used drone from Craigslist? We discuss some expert tips for buying a used drone
• [04:00] Is DJI still making the Inspire 1?
• [04:39] Paul elaborates why he loves the DJI Inspire 1 so much
• [05:33] How can the Drone U community help you buy and sell drones?
• [06:15] Reasons why it is a better to buy the Inspire 2 compared to the DJI Inspire 1

What are the drawbacks of using DJI CrystalSky for Drone Mapping?

Today’s episode is about DJI CrystalSky. Should you use the DJI CrystalSky for UAV mapping jobs? Can you use DJI CrystalSky with DJI GS Pro?

Our caller is wondering if he can use the DJI CrystalSky on mapping jobs. Is this a good idea? If not, why? We discuss the various reasons WHY using the DJI CrystalSky does NOT result in a more efficient workflow for drone mapping. Tune in to find out more. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:19] Learn about our cool sponsor, Schedudrone and their awesome product
• [02:36] Today’s question is about the DJI CrystalSky monitor
• [03:33] Should you use this DJI monitor for UAV mapping jobs?
• [04:43] What are some drawbacks of using this monitor?
• [05:18] Paul states his reasons for NOT using the DJI CrystalSky for UAV mapping
• [05:43] Best Practices for mapping a structure
• [06:12] Can you use DJI GS Pro with DJI CrystalSky for mapping vertical structures?
• [07:54] Watch out for the upcoming Drone U Fly-in Flash Sale!

Today’s episode is about using high end drone cameras in UAV mapping. Do you need to use expensive phase one cameras for complicated mapping missions? What are some best practices for using a camera with a rolling shutter?

Our caller, Ken from NJ has come up with a great question today. He is wondering if he needs to use an expensive drone camera for creating sophisticated 3D maps. Will you end up paying more for your Pix4D subscription if you are using a high end drone camera? Why should you avoid putting your drone camera in silent mode during a mapping mission? Can you use cameras such as A6300 and A6500 for UAV mapping? We review and compare high end drone cameras such as a7R Mark III and a7R III. Thanks to Ken from NJ for the question. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:03] Is DJI coming out with the new Mavic Pro 2 on July 18th?
• [02:12] Our takeaways after using the Phantom 4 Version 2 for 2 weeks
• [03:47] Paul shares information about the upcoming training on East Coast
• [03:57] Five solid reasons to go to the Drone U Fly-in
• [05:04] We share details of our newest sponsor, Dynnex drones
• [05:51] Today’s question is about using high end drone cameras for creating complex 3D maps
• [08:18] Discussing phase one drone cameras with high end sensors
• [08:35] Will your end up paying more for your Pix4D subscription if you are using a drone camera greater than 55 MP?
• [09:08] Discussing the leaf style shutters on phase 1 drone cameras
• [10:18] Paul shares and explains the rolling shutter equation
• [11:44] Comparing the a7R Mark III to a7R III; which is the better drone camera for UAV mapping?
• [12:13] Why should you avoid putting your drone camera in silent mode while creating 3D maps?
• [12:51] Can you use A6300, A6000 or A6500 for UAV mapping?
• [13:18] Can you switch your zoom during a UAV mapping mission?
• [14:19] Are expensive cameras needed for creating high end drone maps? We discuss the a7r Mark III
• [15:28] What are some examples of high end UAV mapping where you will need a sophisticated sensor?
• [16:41] Do not forget to check out the new courses on Drone U

In today’s episode we discuss WhiteFox, a counter UAS system. Will WhiteFox succeed in bringing greater accountability to the drone industry? Why is this counter UAS system good for the drone industry?

Paul and PJ from Terra Vigilis join us from Milwaukee, Wisconsin today. They discuss the wide ranging capabilities of WhiteFox, a counter UAS system. Learn why Terra Vigilis zeroed in on WhiteFox and decided to partner with them. Does WhiteFox cause any damage to your drone? What is the difference between DJI’s Aeroscope and WhiteFox? How does WhiteFox manage to foil the attempt of rogue pilots and hence, help enhance security?

Paul and PJ share various reasons why WhiteFox may help bring about greater accountability in the drone industry. This is an episode you do not want to miss. Tune in now. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [00:26] Paul introduces PJ KirkPatrick to listeners
• [00:45] Paul shares his experience of visiting a demonstration on counter terrorism
• [02:44] PJ explains how Terra Vigilis zeroed in the counter UAV system, WhiteFox; why is WhiteFox good for the drone industry?
• [04:30] How does Terra Vigilis help educate potential customers?
• [06:55] Does WhiteFox cause any damage to the aircraft?
• [08:16] How WhiteFox will go a long way in bringing accountability in the drone industry
• [09:22] Differentiating between DJI’s Aeroscope and Whitefox; does WhiteFox protect the privacy of the drone pilot?
• [11:51] Will you be able to use the WhiteFox system for mitigation when legislation permits?
• [13:32] How is Terra Vigilis collaborating with WhiteFox?
• [14:12] PJ elaborates on the risk assessment capabilities of WhiteFox
• [15:03] Can WhiteFox determine a drone’s video feed?
• [15:43] PJ shares his company’s contact information
• [15:57] Learn about Terra Vigilis’s philosophy

In today’s very special episode, Paul is joined by the famous Chris Voss, former FBI negotiator and author of “Never Split the Difference:Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It“. Chris draws from his decades long experience to share some awesome negotiation strategies that you can apply to your business, relationships and life, in general.

Paul picks Chris’s brain to learn the various Tips and Tricks that will help YOU become a master negotiator. Do folks with a quest to learn more and more have a greater chance of mastering negotiation strategies? Is it okay to bring emotions into your negotiation strategy? And, should you treat negotiations as a game? Some folks look at negotiations as malicious and are averse to it. What advice does Chris have for these folks?

Are you someone looking to embrace the drone life? Or, maybe you are a mom planning on restarting your career after a long hiatus. Listening to Chris’s negotiating mantras will instill you with confidence and optimism and spring you into action. Tune in now. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [00:22] Introduction and background of guest
• [01:20] Tracing Chris’s life journey
• [01:54] Discussing the importance of life-long learning and openness
• [02:26] Learn about a creative test which can help you determine if a person has a high degree of openness
• [04:30] The 3 default types of people according to Chris Voss
• [05:31] Can you become a master negotiator if you do not have a high degree of openness?
• [05:55] How a high degree of emotional intelligence can help you become a better negotiator
• [06:33] Chris elaborates on negotiation strategies used by FBI
• [07:18] Learn how Chris ended up as the only FBI agent ever to take up the course on negotiation in Harvard Law School
• [07:53] Negotiating strategies that Chris employed while dealing with his boss who attempted to prevent him from going to Harvard Law School
• [10:48] Discussing the bearing of negotiation on success
• [13:03] Is it okay to treat negotiation as a game?
• [13:36] Should you bring emotions into your negotiations?
• [16:24] Discussing the tendency of people to treat negotiations as nefarious
• [17:11] The dark side of emotional intelligence; should you be wary of people with extremely high emotional intelligence?
• [18:20] What are calibrated questions, and how are they important for negotiations?
• [21:50] Do negotiation strategies work only on a particular generation?
• [22:41] Do millennial’s have a high degree of emotional intelligence?
• [25:36] Should you employ a different negotiating strategy for dealing with millennial’s who have less experience in dealing with people?
• [27:15] Discussing the current trend where women representation is becoming larger and larger
• [28:14] Paul shares how he saved 22 grand on his Ford Expedition using Chris’s negotiation strategies!
• [28:47] Using calibrated questions to positively affect negotiations
• [30:41] What is the likelihood of folks reacting negatively to calibrated questions?
• [32:29] What happens when you push someone to an absolute limit in a negotiation?
• [34:09] Chris shares an important negotiating mantra – A bad deal is worse than a no deal
• [35:40] Discussing the importance of empathy in a negotiation. Is empathy more important than even assertion?
• [36:00] How do you practice for best results in negotiation?
• [38:07] How can you learn more about Chris’s tactics?