Today’s question is about getting your Part 107 certification. Can you take your your Part 107 test if you are not in the United States? Can a non-US citizen take the Part 107 test from outside the US?

Our caller, Gill has come up with this great question today. He wishes to renew his Part 107 license while he is not in US. Paul suggests a great way of renewing your Part 107 without being in the US. Can you give your Part 107 test from a US embassy? And, how can a non-US citizens fly a UAS commercially in the United States?

Tune in to find out. Thanks to Gill for the question. Fly safe!

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• [01:44] Today we question if you need to be in the US to take your Part 107 test
• [03:57] Can Part 61 pilots take the Part 107 test if they are not in the US?
• [04:22] Do folks without a Part 61 license need to be in the US to take a Part 107 test?
• [05:45] Can you go to a US embassy to take a Part 107 test?
• [06:20] How can non US citizens fly a UAS commercially in the United States? Do you need to come to the US to take your Part 107 test?

Today, we talk about using drones in your business. Can using a drone save your business money? Which is the best drone for your business? And, what are some common mistakes made by businesses?

Using drones can prove to be hugely beneficial for your business. But there are some FAA regulations that you need to aware of. Which are these regulations? Do businesses need Part 107 certification? Another area where businesses falter is drone selection. How do you determine the right drone for your business? We discuss application and environment, factors often ignored by businesses.

Once you purchase your drone, you need to train your employees to fly safely. How do you operate a drone safely? Poor training can result in severe liabilities for your business. Learn how the Drone U community can help your business make this transition.  Tune in to this informative and engaging episode right now.

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Timestamps

• [00:44] Today we discuss various ways for using drones in your business
• [02:04] What are some common mistakes that businesses make as they start using drones in their business?
• [07:04] Which are the important FAA regulations that a business needs to be aware of?
• [07:50] Can your operating environment affect your drone selection process?
• [08:27] How can you select the right drone for your business?
• [10:12] Discussing the importance of maintaining focus and discipline while learning to fly
• [11.43] Learn how Drone U can help you train your employees to fly the right way
• [17:25] Is it possible to automate the entire mapping process?
• [17:57] Which are some of the inherent risks associated with using drones in your business?
• [18:48] Is there a huge learning curve for folks who are attempting to master drone flying?
• [19:28] Learn how proper maintenance can stave off a crisis and shield your business from severe liabilities

Today’s episode is about weather delays and cancellations. What can a drone pilot do if the weather goes bad? Should you charge your client if a shoot is cancelled?

It is critical that you have a clear contractual agreement with your client. Should you charge a local client in case of a cancellation? Things get complicated if it is an out of state shoot. What do you do in this case? Do big production houses pay drone pilots in case a shoot is cancelled? Tune in to find out. Thanks to Dan for the question. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:38] Today’s question is about weather delays and cancellation
• [02:32] Discussing the importance of having an iron clad agreement
• [03:28] How do you deal with jobs where you have to travel more than 100 miles? Should you charge a weather delay fee?
• [05:50] Should you get a deposit from your clients?
• [06:34] What do you if the weather goes bad after you have worked for half a day?

Today, we talk about traveling with your drone. What are some drone accessories and gadgets that you should travel with? What are some tips and tricks for traveling with your drone?

Our caller, Justin has come up with an interesting question. He is unsure about the drone accessories and gadgets that he should be traveling with. Carrying along the right tools ensures that you get the job done, no matter what. Which are these drone accessories and gadgets? Is it advisable to fly with all your gear to a job site? How can you prepare yourself for emergencies while on a job? And, how do you ensure redundancies?

Check out Paul’s Guide to the Ultimate Drone Kit to learn all about the accessories and gadgets that Paul travels with.  You can find Amazon links to all these products here. Thanks to Justin for the question. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [01:27] Paul thanks all Drone U sponsors
• [03:26] We share details for the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in
• [03:52] Today’s question is about the right tools that you need to carry while traveling
• [04:58] Why is it more practical for drone pilots to be on the road rather than fly?
• [06:06] Which are the tools that Paul travels with while flying for a job?
• [06:48] Discussing the importance of having ample power and communications while on the road
• [07:35] Which is the right vehicle that meets the travel needs of drone pilots?
• [08:17] Which inverter does Paul use? And, what are the benefits of carrying one while traveling?
• [09:00] What is the benefit of carrying a light bar while traveling?
• [10:03] How can you deal with dead zones while on the road? Paul suggests a great signal booster for dealing with this issue
• [12:43] Which tool kit does Paul recommend for drone pilots?
• [12:58] Which are some of the miscellaneous tools that Paul carries while on the road?
• [13:12] Which are some of the cameras that Paul uses?
• [14:25] Essential tools for a drone pilot on a long, six month trip
• [15:28] Paul’s recommended tool kit for fixing drones, cameras, phones and laptops

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Timestamps

• [01:20] Today’s question is about the best app for creating a 3D virtual tour
• [02:36] What makes the Matterport the best option for creating a 3D virtual home tour?
• [03:20] Paul shares details of a new mapping product that will be debuting soon at Drone U
• [03:53] Discussing why it is important to treat real estate as a “stepping stone” to better and more value added work

Today’s episode is about the 2018 FAA Reauthorization Bill. How does this new Reauthorization Bill affect commercial drone operations? Will this Bill levy additional taxes on drone pilots?

In this informative and engaging episode, we share details of the 2018 FAA Reauthorization Bill. Is this Bill positive for commercial drone pilots and drone business? Will this Bill lead to safer skies? We also discuss the possibility of additional taxes being levied on drone pilots. What is the purpose of this tax? Is it justified? And, is this proposed tax fair to law abiding pilots?

This Bill also proposes sharing samples of safety justifications for approved waivers. Will this idea prove to be beneficial? How does this Bill affect drone delivery services? Tune in to find out. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [00:25] Today we discuss the new FAA 2018 Reauthorization Bill
• [02:12] Learn how the efforts of a Drone U community member resulted in solidification of federal pre-emption rules in Wisconsin
• [03:00] Paul shares details about the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in
• [04:45] Learn how gamifying the Fly-in makes it all the more interesting; you will have real cars crashing at this exclusive conference!
• [08:26] We share details for the new FAA 2018 Reauthorization Bill
• [09:22] Learn how language of failed bills has been incorporated into this new bill
• [09:37] Paul reads out excerpts from the Reauthorizatoin bill
• [10:29] Will drone pilots have to fork out an additional fee? Considering historical safety records, is this new fee justified?
• [11:35] What is the possibility of an additional tax being levied on drone pilots?
• [12:08] Is this proposed tax fair on law abiding pilots?
• [13:00] Does FAA have enough money to build a safety management system?
• [14:06] Will the FAA fight this proposed bill?
• [15:20] Learn how Drone U can help you effect drone legislature
• [16:55] What is the purpose of this new FAA Reauthorization bill? Is it to pay for the new safety management system?
• [17:29] We discuss the Universal Traffic Management (UTM) system
• [18:18] Does this bill interfere with a drone pilot’s right to fly over an amusement facility?
• [21:36] How does this new bill define “Community Based Organization”?
• [22:48] Can the AMA be classified as a Community Based Organization (CBO)? We discuss whether a CBO can be involved in a profit making activity
• [24:33] Does this Bill have any positives for commercial drone pilots?
• [25:33] Is providing samples of safety justifications for approved waivers a good idea?
• [27:27] Does this bill have any positives for drone delivery services? We discuss the new carrier certificate requirement
• [29:47] Discussing Indian’s absurd stance which states legal claim over airspace
• [34:45] Paul sums up the episode by listing pros and cons of this new bill

Today’s question is about private pilots getting their Part 107 certification. Do you need to get your Part 107 certificate if you have a Private Pilot License (PPL)? What is the easiest way to do so?

Our caller, Tom is planning on getting his Private Pilot License. And his Part 107 certificate is about to expire soon. Does he need to retake the Part 107 test? Is there an easier way for Part 61 pilots to get their Part 107? Tune in to find out. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

• [00:20] Paul shares details for the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in
• [02:00] Today’s question is about Private Pilots getting their Part 107 certification
• [03:41] What is the best way to get your Part 107 certificate if you have a Part 61 license?

Today’s question is about drone mapping. Can you start a drone mapping business with a small budget? What is the basic equipment and software for starting a mapping business?

Our caller from Canada has been working for realtors. Because he feels that opportunities have dried up in the realty sector, he wishes to taking up mapping jobs. However, he owns a Phantom Pro 3. Can he build a solid mapping business with a Phantom Pro 3? Can he build accurate maps and models using an entry level drone? Or, does he need to buy a higher end drone like the Inspire or the Yuneec H520?

We also talk about mapping applications. Learn why Pix4D is the gold standard for mapping applications. Is there any advantage to using DroneDeploy? Tune in to hear Rob and Paul provide various business strategies for building a sustainable and long term drone mapping business. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [00:20] Paul shares details for the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in
• [04:52] Today’s question is about bootstrapping your drone business
• [07:38] Can you enter the mapping and modeling business with a Phantom Pro 3?
• [08:24] Does the Phantom Pro 3 integrate with Pix4D?
• [08:47] How can Drone U help you kick-start your drone mapping business?
• [09:35] Why are realtors losing interest in drone services?
• [10:30] Strategies for marketing your drone services to realtors
• [10:50] Is it lucrative to offer mapping services to realtors?
• [11:43] Can you map complex structures with the Phantom Pro 3? Or, do you need the Yuneec H520 or Inspire for mapping?
• [12:14] Is there any advantage to using Drone Deploy?
• [12:47] What is the best way to showcase models to clients?
• [14:07] Can you build accurate maps using photogrammetry?
• [15:14] Discussing the importance of having your systems in place before venturing into the mapping business
• [15:27] How will opting for Drone U’s mapping course help you?
• [16:22] Paul sums up the entire episode

Today we talk about the Yuneec H520 and Pix4D. Should you use the Yuneec H520 and Pix4D for mapping? Is the Yuneec H520 better than DJI’s Phantom 4 Pro?

Our caller, Gerald from Ireland has come up with a great question today. Because Pix4D is now available on the Yuneec H520, Gerald is wondering if he should use this drone for mapping applications. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using the H520? We discuss features such as flight modes and data capture capabilities. Can you use the H520 to map complex structures? Were there significant issues with the H520’s older application, DataPilot?

We discuss whether mappers should opt for the H520 over Phantom 4 Pro. Tune in to find out if you can really create better maps and models using Pix4D and the Yuneec H520. Thanks to Gerald for the question. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [02:05] Today’s question is about using the Yuneec H520 and Pix4D for mapping applications
• [02:51] Discussing why Pix4D’s availability on the Yuneec is such a huge deal for mappers
• [03:41] What is the one huge advantage of flying a Yuneec over DJI?
• [04:11] Can you capture more data with the Yuneec as compared to the Phantom 4 Pro?
• [04:35] Were there significant issues with DataPilot?
• [05:15] Is your data at a huge risk if you are using Android?
• [06:23] Learn how free flight mode on the Pix4D makes it possible to map complex objects
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In today’s episode, we talk about the Uniform Law Commission (ULC) and their work on the “Tort Law relating to Drones Act”. How will the passage of this law affect commercial drone business? Will this Tort Law increase the chances of drone pilots being sued? Will airspace be severely limited?

Vic joins Paul for this extremely important and animated episode. We decide to dive deep and discuss the contents of this proposed law and it’s far reaching implications. We share how the passage of this law will result in cities and states inhibiting drone operations. Fear of being sued will make commercial drone operations impossible.

So, what can we do to stop this bill? For starters, we strongly suggest you start following the ULC’s work on this proposed bill. How? Please refer the below step-by-step instructions:

1. Click this link
2. Click on “Sign up to follow this committee” to receive an email
3. Respond back by saying that you would like to follow the “Tort Law Relating to Drones” Committee

We also urge all UAS operators to go the extra mile and meet your area representative in a bid to block the passage of this bill. The entire community of drone pilots needs to get together and put in all efforts to block this regressive bill which threatens our livelihood and our passion. Tune in to learn more. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

• [00:31] Who are the Uniform Law Commission?
• [02:28] What is Tort Law?
• [03:04] What is the “Tort Law Relating to Drones Act”? Does this proposed act increase the chances of drone pilots being sued?
• [03:46] Learn how the “Tort Law Relating to Drones Act” will severely limit airspace
• [06:10] How does this proposed bill define “immediate reach”?
• [06:51] Paul reads important excerpts from the proposed bill
• [10:45] Learn how this bill verbiage covers every Part 107 certified pilot
• [13:38] How does the Uniform Law Commission Work? What is the current status of the
  Tort Law Relating to Drone Act”?
• [15:33] Learn how this proposed bill will give cities and states the power to interfere with commercial drone business
• [16:41] How can you start following ULC’s work on the “Tort Law Relating to Drones Act”? Tune in for step by step instructions
• [17:41] Can you reach out directly to committee members?
• [18:39] Are there committee members who are not working for the greater good of the drone industry?
• [20:08] Learn how the fear of being sued will majorly hamper drone business
• [22:27] Discussing how some ignorant members of the UAS community are failing to understand the gravity of the situation
• [24:21] Is the “Tort Law Relating to Drones Act”  applicable to hobbyists as well?
• [28:24] Is it legal to own anti drone technology?
• [37:17] We sum up today’s episode by discussing the need for the entire UAS community to get together in order to block this proposed act

NOTE – ULC has updated the “Tort Law Relating to Drones Act”. Check out our detailed video where Vic and Rob discuss all the nuances in great detail.