Do You Need a COA or a COW If You Have Permission from ATC?

Today's question is about getting your COA or COW. If you have prior permission from Air Traffic Control, do you still need to get your COA or COW? What does the FAA say about this issue? Our

Drones for Traffic Accident Reconstruction

How Do You Use Drones for Traffic Accident Reconstruction? Today's question is about traffic accident reconstruction. Which is the best drone for traffic accident reconstruction? Should you use Ground Control Points (GCP's)? Our caller is planning on purchasing a good entry level drone. Is the

When Is FAA’s LAANC System Rolling Out?

Today, we talk about FAA’s LAANC system. When is Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) system coming to you? How does LAANC work? Our caller has applied for airspace authorizations. But like a lot

Where Can You Fly Your Drone? Find out Using These Must Have Apps…

In today's episode, we discuss the best apps that will help you determine where

DJI Mavic Air Review – Should You Buy It?

Comprehensive DJI Mavic Air Review - Specs, Flight Quality, Camera, Mavic Pro Comparison In this in-depth DJI Mavic Air Review, you will learn the pros and cons of this new DJI drone. Should you buy the Mavic Air? Or, are you better off buying the

Should FAA Make It Easier to Get BVLOS Waivers? Today, we talk about BVLOS waivers. How can flying beyond visual line of sight benefit the drone industry? Will granting waivers encourage technologies like

FAA UAS Symposium (2018)

2018 FAA UAS Symposium Coverage - Important Developments that will Shape the Drone Industry in Coming Years Today's episode is about 2018 FAA UAS Symposium. Drone U Chief Pilot Paul Aitken headed off to Baltimore to attend this conference. Paul talks about the

Should You Offer Free Drone Services to Attract a Client?

Today, we talk about setting up your drone business. Should you offer free services when you are starting off your business? Is offering free footage a good marketing strategy? Our caller, Ryan has received an

Drone Data Storage | Best External Hard Drives

Which Are the Best External Hard Drives for Drone Data Storage? Today, we talk about external hard drives. Which are some best practices and cost effective options for drone

Does a Drone School Need Certified Flight Instructors?

Today, we talk about Certified Flight Instructors. Is it mandatory for a drone school to have Certified Flight Instructors (CFI's)? Is there any value at all in getting trained from a Certified Flight Instructor? A certification does not guarantee good training skills. Wouldn't you rather learn from