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View MoreDrone News – Newark Airport Drone Sightings, DJI Fraud, Firmware Updates to Phantom 4 RTK, Mavic 2 and More by Ask Drone U
In this week's drone news, our first story is about a $150 million DJI fraud. According to industry speculations, this is just the tip of the iceberg, and this fraud could, in fact, be much larger. Has this led to a shortage of Phantom 4 drones in North America? And will this have a negative impact on DJI's
Can You Create Drone Maps Without a Licensed Surveyor?
In today's show we discuss states laws governing drone mapping. Do you really need a surveying license to create drone maps? We clarify what you CAN do and
Can I Get Accurate Measurements with Previous Surveys and Scale Constraints?
Today's question is about drone surveying. Is it possible to create an accurate drone model using previous surveys and scale constraints? Our caller, Elan from Trinidad has come up with an interesting question today.
Can You Use the Mavic 2 Zoom for Drone Mapping?
Today's show is about the Mavic 2 Zoom. Can you create accurate maps and models using a zoom camera? Our caller, Joe from Nebraska is unsure if he can use the Mavic 2 Zoom for drone mapping. In order to
Can I Take off and Land from a Stationary Vehicle?
Today's show is about taking off and landing from a stationary vehicle. Do Part 107 rules rules permit you to do so? And, is it really safe to take off from your own vehicle? Our caller, Mike from Maryland wants to avoid potential conflict with onlookers as he flies over public land. To address this
Drone News – Flight over People, Night Ops, New Drone Laws in Canada and UK, Indemnis Parachute, Search & Rescue and More by Ask Drone U
Paul and Haye are back with the most interesting and exciting news from last week. We kickstart this show by talking about the long drawn Government
RTK Drone | Can you Capture More Accurate Data?
Does a RTK Drone on the Market Calculate Camera Sensor Position, and Is High Accuracy Possible Without RTK? Today's question is about using a RTK drone for generating greater accuracy. Can you create accurate survey grade maps with non RTK drones as well? Our caller, Ken from NJ has come up with
The FAA Releases Proposed Rules for Flight over People, Night Ops and Much More
In today's show we discuss FAA's NPRM which might make flight over people and night operations possible. FAA just released a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) which can affect drone operations in a big way. These proposed rules reveal that FAA is planning on doing away with waivers for flying over
What Are the Rules for Flying Your Drone near a Train?
Today's question is about flying your drone near a train. Can you get into trouble for doing so? And can a flying drone distract the driver and cause a derailment? Our caller, Houston Brown, has come up up a unique question today. He wishes to fly near a train in order to grab some cool shots. Does the
Is It Worth Buying the DJI Zenmuse Z30?
Today's question is about the DJI Zenmuse Z30. Is it worthwhile shelling out nearly 10 grand for the Zenmuse Z30? Our caller, Joe, is wondering if it is worth spending the extra moolah after the Z30? In order to answer Joe's question, we discuss
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