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722 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago - ★★★★ - 414 ratingsWe’re Drone U, a group of guys who have turned their passion for flight into a profitable business. We love hearing from our fans, and we love helping by answering their questions. That’s why we started the Ask Drone U podcast in 2015. Since then, we are one of the largest, most popular DAILY drone podcasts out there. Each episode features an actual question submitted from someone just like you! We wish we could answer everyone’s question(s), but we’ll do our best to get through as many of them as we can. So plug in those headphones because it’s time to learn together about everything drone: FAA, insurance, business strategies, videography, drone tips, flight techniques, drone tricks, expert advice, cameras, gimbals, and so much more. #askdroneu
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ADU 0918: LAANC | How to Get Speedy Airspace Approval
December 05, 2018 18:23 - 12 minutesHow Can I Get Speedy Airspace Approval Using LAANC? In today's show we answer your LAANC questions. What factors should you watch out for while getting your LAANC approval? Is there any way to shorten the approval process? Paul and Josh team up yet again to answer some commonly asked questions pertaining to LAANC. Which is the best app to get your LAANC approval? How long will it take you? We also share how you can speed up the approval process for non-LAANC airports. While wrapping up this...
ADU 0917: How to Implement Comprehensive Drone Mapping Workflow by Learning the Smallest Nuances of RTK and PPK GPS
December 04, 2018 17:12 - 15 minutesIn today's show, Paul and Josh team up to discuss comprehensive drone mapping workflow. You will learn about the minutest nuances of RTK and PPK GPS which will help you implement the correct workflow for acquiring survey grade data. Drone pilots often come to us with questions pertaining to RTK and PPK GPS. Does a RTK drone mean that you will end up using RTK GPS? Do you need to connect to a network in order to remove ellipsoid error? We discuss if the newly launched Phantom 4 RTK will indee...
ADU 0916: Drone News This Week – Airmap’s Geofencing for Drones, Phantom 4 V2 Shortage, Phantom 5 Launch, DJI’s Osmo Pocket and Drones for Public Safety with Drone DJ
December 01, 2018 07:08 - 13 minutesIn today's show, Paul and Haye team up yet again to bring you some of the most interesting drone stories of last week. We kickstart this show by talking about Airmap's Geofencing alerts that aim to facilitate safer drone flights. According to Airmap, flying near buildings and structures is particularly hazardous. Is there any substance to this claim? Next, we talk about the current shortage for Phantom 4 V2. Does this mean that the Phantom 5 launch is on the anvil? Paul and Haye also share ...
BONUS EPISODE: Osmo Pocket Challenges GoPro for Ultimate Compact Gimbaled Camera
November 30, 2018 15:48Paul is filming from Good Morning America studio this morning as he attended the Osmo pocket launch. The Osmo pocket offers a variety of features and accessories that prove to make the little gimbaled camera a serious competitor to any compact camera. How does the Osmo Pocket compare to the GoPro? Can you mount the Osmo Pocket on your car? And, can you grab underwater footage with the Osmo Pocket? Tune in to this comprehensive review to discover why this compact camera will place superior f...
ADU 0915: Ground Control Points | How to use them?
November 29, 2018 14:21 - 3 BytesHow to Set Ground Control Points for Greatest Accuracy in Construction Mapping Today's question is about using Ground Control Points in construction. What is the correct workflow for laying out GCPs on a construction site? Can you lay GCPs on a construction site and use this information again and again? We have a great drone mapping question today. Our caller is wondering if he can get away with using Ground Control Points in the initial flight only. In order to answer his question, we discu...
ADU 0914: How to Select the Best Drone and Implement Optimum Mapping Workflow in Construction
November 28, 2018 21:38 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBToday's question is about drone mapping in construction and agriculture. Which is the best mapping application and drone to acquire and process data accurately in each of these fields? Our caller, John has come up with a two-part mapping question today. The first part of this question is about mapping applications. Why should you AVOID using an all-in-one mapping application? How do cloud-based applications compare to desktop solutions? We discuss the pros and cons of different applications ...
ADU 0913: How Do I Effectively Communicate the Benefits of Drone Technology for Stockpile Volumetric Measurement?
November 27, 2018 20:10 - 20 minutesToday's show is about using drones for stockpile volumetric measurement. How can you convey the benefits of drone technology to your boss, and convince him to make a switch? Our caller, Phil is working for a company that uses airplane photography to take stockpile inventory. They are refusing to switch to drone technology - which is resulting in higher costs and poor accuracy. To answer Phil's question, we discuss the proper workflow for data acquisition and processing. Should you use GCPs t...
ADU 0912: Can You Get into Trouble If Someone Else Is Using Your Part 107 Certificate?
November 26, 2018 18:06 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBToday's show is about Part 107 certification. What if another drone pilot hits someone while using your Part 107 certification? Are you liable for damages? Our caller, Geoff has come up with a question that many of you must be wondering about. Geoff is worried that an unlicensed pilot might be flying using his certificate. What should be Geoff's course of action? Should he call the FSDO on this person? We discuss various scenarios to answer if you can indeed get into trouble in such a scena...
BLACK FRIDAY 2018: Best Black Friday Deals That Drone Pilots Can Get Right Now
November 23, 2018 19:32 - 9 minutesIn today's Black Friday Special, we suggest the BEST Black Friday Deals on drones and drone accessories that can help you save, and make more money from your drone business. Confused by the large number of Black Friday deals? Unsure of what to buy, and what not to buy? Don't worry. In this show, we have complied some the best and most genuine deals that can truly help you and your drone business. Check below for links. Fly Safe! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. Drone U ...
THANKSGIVING SHOW: 5 Ways Drones Can Make Your Thanksgiving Better Than Ever
November 22, 2018 19:37 - 14 minutesToday, in our special Thanksgiving show, we discuss 5 creative drone uses can make your Thanksgiving better than ever in the coming years. From drone deliveries to helping out the homeless to flying home for Thanksgiving (yes, that's right), we discuss some of the coolest drone uses that can make Thanksgiving a even more special occasion for you. Paul and Rob express gratitude to everyone in the Drone U Family. A special thank you to all our listeners - your encouragement keeps us going. Thi...
ADU 0911: Drone News This Week – Rules for Flying in National Parks, Drone Shoot Downs, Inspire 2 Firmware Update and Intel Light Show with Drone DJ
November 21, 2018 20:29 - 22 minutesIn today's show, Paul and Haye team up to bring you some of the most interesting and most exciting drone stories of this week. We kickstart this show by talking about a photographer who got into trouble for flying his drone in the Yellowstone National Park. What are the rules for flying your drone in a National Park? You will also learn how drone mapping is helping in relief efforts in Paradise, California. We also talk about drone shoot downs. Are the FAA and the DOJ going after guys who c...
ADU 0910: Can I Fly 400 Feet Above a Radio Tower If I Have Low Altitude Authorization?
November 20, 2018 13:48 - 3 BytesToday's show is about LAANC. Can you fly 400 feet over a radio tower if you have been authorized via LAANC? Will you get into trouble with the FAA for doing so? Our caller, Todd needs to fly a radio tower for a job. Can he fly 400 feet above a radio tower, and breach controlled airspace if he has been authorized via LAANC? You will also learn some Great Tips for filing your LAANC authorization. Thanks for the question, Todd. Fly Safe! Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained tech...
ADU 0909: What Are the Rules for Flying Your Drone in a National Forest Area?
November 19, 2018 20:20 - 14 minutesIn today's show we discuss the rules for flying your drone in a national forest area. Do you need a commercial permit to do so? Will forest service go after pilots who fly without a permit? Paul is joined by everyone's favorite, Vic Moss. Vic was recently contacted by a drone pilot from North Carolina who received a warning from the forest department. Why? Because he flew without a commercial permit over a wilderness area. How do forest service areas differ from wilderness areas? And, do yo...
ADU 0908: Drones News This Week – Phantom 5, Tello EDU, and the Hover 2 with DroneDJ
November 17, 2018 02:58 - 24 minutesToday's show launches our new weekly segment with DroneDJ. Paul and Haye team up to bring you some of the most interesting and most exciting drone stories from last week. DroneDJ is a news and blog website that has consistently been the first to come out with the latest industry news. What is the premise of DroneDJ? And, how do they go about researching and finding the latest drone information? Haye gives us a "peek" into DroneDJ's painstaking approach which helps them come up with informati...
ADU 0907: How Does Cloud Processing Software like Skycatch and DroneDeploy Compare to Pix4D?
November 13, 2018 14:00 - 16 minutesToday's show is about cloud processing software. What is the advantage of using Pix4D over cloud processing software services such as DroneDeploy? Can you rely on cloud processing software for mapping critical jobs? Our caller, Nick from Iowa is wondering why we refrain from talking about cloud processing software like Skycatch. Cloud Processing software is often used for simple cut and fill operations. But, can you use this software for complex and critical mapping jobs? You will learn how...
ADU 0906: Will the FAA Dig up past Records in Case of an Investigation?
November 12, 2018 12:39 - 11 minutesToday's show is about the FAA, and how they conduct their investigations. Will the FAA dig up your old records and pull you up for your past misdemeanors? Our caller, Michael has been asked to fly by his employer. The problem is that the company drone was flown without necessary authorization by the previous pilot. Will Michael be taken to task in case the FAA comes calling? Or, is Michael's company responsible for the actions of their employee? We suggest the safest course of action. Thank...
ADU 0905: How DJI’s New Partnership with Microsoft Will Allow for Autonomous and Scalable Enterprise Solutions
November 08, 2018 13:32In today's show, we are joined by Arnauld Thiercelin, Head of R&D at DJI to discuss the launch of Windows SDK in partnership with Microsoft. What is a SDK? And, how will access to the Microsoft ecosystem via a SDK greatly increase the scope of drone applications? Paul and Arnauld join us from DJI Airworks 2018 to discuss the launch of Windows SDK or Software Development Kit. Using SDK, drone pilots can offer autonomous and scalable drone solutions. You will learn about the different kinds of...
ADU 0904: Latest and Most Exciting UAS Policy Developments, and How They Will Affect the Drone Industry at DJI Airworks 2018
November 08, 2018 06:34 - 1 hourIn today's show, drone industry majors at DJI Airworks 2018 join forces to discuss some of the most exciting UAS policy developments - and REVEAL how these will help the industry gain greater traction in the coming years. DJI, FAA, AUVSI, PrecisionHawk and other industry heavyweights analyze the latest UAS policies, and share how these will affect you and your business in the coming years. What are some of the most beneficial policy developments in the UAS world? Which are the hardest UAS po...
ADU 0903: How Drones Are Transforming Developing Nations Across the World
November 06, 2018 13:56 - 10 minutesIn today's show we are again joined by Angad Singh to discuss how drone technology is transforming developing countries like India and Nepal. Do these countries have a chance to overtake United States as the largest adopter of drone technology? Angad Singh from Pix4D is gracious enough to join us for another show today. Angad just got back from India - where drone technology is on the verge of taking off. As the Indian government legalizes drone flying, this shall open up a huge opportunity ...
ADU 0902: How to Capture Accurate Data and Get Actionable Insights from Agricultural Drone Mapping – Interview with Pix4D
November 06, 2018 05:07 - 26 minutesIn today's show, we discuss the tremendous benefits of adopting drone technology in agriculture. Do you need high end drone equipment to capture and process accurate data? And, what are some popular misconceptions that farmers need to be aware of? Paul is joined by good friend Angad Singh, Technical Sales Engineer with Pix4D. Paul and Angad discuss the latest innovations in agricultural drone technology. You will learn about Pix4Dfields, and why it is a must-have tool for farmers using drone...
ADU 0901: How the FAA Reauthorization Bill Will Bring Greater Value to the Drone Industry with Brendan Schulman
November 03, 2018 04:50 - 22 minutesIn today's show, Drone U Chief Pilot, Paul Aitken is joined by Brendan Schulman, VP of Policy and Legal Affairs at DJI to analyze how FAA's Reauthorization Bill will impact the drone industry in coming years. Paul and Brendan join us from AirWorks 2018 to discuss the FAA Reauthorizaton Bill. You will learn about the major changes that the drone industry is likely to witness over the next 5 years. We discuss Remote ID implementation and assuage privacy concerns. Will the introduction and impl...
ADU 0900: My HOA Says I Cannot Fly My Drone. What Do I Do?
November 01, 2018 16:39 - 12 minutesToday's show is about dealing with condo associations that try to prevent drone pilots from setting flight. Can the HOA legally prevent you from setting flight? Our caller loves to fly from his home balcony and capture some cool aerial shots. Recently, he was in for a rude shock when his HOA ordered him to not set flight from his home anymore. Can the HOA dictate terms and prevent an occupant from setting flight? We discuss some Great Tips that will help you advocate your rights. Drone U me...
ADU 0899: Can I Use the Osmo with Zoom and Thermal Cameras?
October 31, 2018 12:40 - 10 minutesToday's question is about using handheld stabilizers to capture zoom and thermal shots. Can you use the Osmo to capture such shots? If not, what is your alternative? Our caller, Joe from Nebraska is wondering if he can use his Osmo to capture high zoom and thermal shots. We compare the Osmo to another DJI stabilizer, Ronin S. But, can you mount heavier cameras on the Ronin S? Can you use the Ronin S with your FLIR thermal camera? Tune in to find out. You can also check out our in-depth Roni...
ADU 0898: Does FAA Have Any Legal Requirements or Age Criteria for Hiring a Visual Observer (VO)?
October 30, 2018 13:34 - 11 minutesToday's question is about hiring a VO. Does FAA have any legal requirements when it comes to hiring a Visual Observer (VO)? Is it okay to hire a young and inexperienced VO? Our caller, Joe has a question about hiring a Visual Observer (VO) for his drone operations. He has several kids of his own - all of them less than 16 years of age. Is it a good idea to have one his kids operate as a VO? And is he legally allowed by the FAA to do so? We discuss if you can really run the risk of hiring a ...
ADU 0897: How to Deal with Unlicensed Drone Operators with Zero Regard for the Law
October 29, 2018 12:56 - 17 minutesToday's question is about dealing with unlicensed drone operators. Should you report unlicensed pilots who can possibly cause damage to others because of their frivolous attitude? Our caller, Joe was recently in for a shock. He ran into an unlicensed operator who flew for disaster relief when the last hurricane hit Texas. How should Jill deal with such unlicensed operators who have no regard for the law? Should you call the FSDO to report these guys? Or, should you adopt a more restrained a...
ADU 0896: How to Discipline Employees Who Do Not Follow Business Procedures
October 27, 2018 01:40 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBToday's show is about disciplining your employees and holding them accountable. Lazy and careless employees can stunt an organization's growth. What are some effective ways of preventing this ? Employee insubordination is a common problem that employers and managers have to deal with. And our caller, Michael is no different. Michael recently discovered that a careless employee left drone batteries to charge the entire night - totally unattended. Can this have serious repercussions? Are overh...
ADU 0895: How Do I Deal with Drone Pilots Who Are Attempting to Poach My Clients by Offering Free Services?
October 25, 2018 19:48 - 27 minutesToday's question is about dealing with the competition. How do you deal with drone pilots who offer free drone services in order to steal away your clients? Our caller, Ben from Maryland works in construction management. Along with this, Ben also takes up drone jobs. A new pilot has approached one of Ben's long term clients, and offered to do Ben's work for free. Sure, this is a ploy to steal Ben's client. But, what strategy can Ben employ to retain a valuable client? Should Ben offer to low...
ADU 0894: How to Conduct Volumetric Measurement of a Water Body Using Drone Mapping
October 24, 2018 16:49 - 3 BytesToday's show is about using drone mapping to estimate volume of a body of water. Is this even possible? If so, what steps do you need to follow in order to make an accurate volumetric assessment? There are a some little-known drone applications that can be hugely beneficial. One of them is making volumetric measurements of water bodies via drone mapping. Our caller, Ken from NJ is wondering if this is even possible. You will learn about the various prerequisites necessary to accurately asse...
ADU 0893: Can You Get Authorization to Fly Your Drone over a Military Base?
October 23, 2018 20:20 - 18 minutesToday's show is about flying your drone over a military base. Is it really difficult to get authorization to fly over a military base? Our caller, Adam wishes to take up a mapping job that involves flying over a military base. Is this possible? Can you get authorization to fly over a military base via LAANC? Paul recounts his own experience and shares some great Tips and Tricks on how to do so. You will also learn how an organized approach will greatly improve your chances of getting an aut...
ADU 0892: Can I Achieve Cinematic Excellence and Mapping Accuracy with an Entry Level Drone like the Mavic or Phantom?
October 22, 2018 15:09 - 17 minutes - 16 MBToday's question is about selecting a drone via which you can achieve cinematic excellence as well as mapping accuracy. Can you opt for the Mavic 2 Pro with its 1 inch Hasselblad sensor? Or, should you rather wait for the soon-to-be-launched Phantom 5? Our caller, Adam has recently passed his 107. Adam has extensive experience in the geo-spatial space courtesy his long military experience. He wishes to leverage this experience to do high-end, value added work. Which is the best drone that Ad...
ADU 0891: How Do I Unlock a Red Zone on My DJI Drone?
October 19, 2018 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBToday, we talk about unlocking your DJI drone. Are you being stopped by DJI's geofencing system? How do you unlock your drone so that you can fly again? Our caller, Jon from Canada has a question about DJI's geofencing system. He is wondering how he can unlock a red zone on his DJI drone. DJI's geofencing system can be divided into three zones - green, yellow and red. Dealing with the red zone is particularly tricky. In this show, we reveal the correct way to unlock a red zone. Are there di...
ADU 0890: How Do I Find Clients for My Drone Software Business?
October 18, 2018 16:47 - 11 minutesToday's show is about marketing drone software to pilots. What are the current software trends in the drone industry? And how do you find clients for a drone software business? We have a different and interesting question lined up for you today. Our caller, Ryan is a drone pilot and a software developer. Ryan develops software solutions that helps drone pilots provide a greater user experience. What marketing strategies can Ryan employ to build up a solid clientele? From VR to workflow man...
ADU 0889: DJI’s Phantom 4 Pro RTK – the Ultimate Mapping and Surveying Drone?
October 17, 2018 19:32 - 17 minutesIn today's show we talk about DJI's newest launch - the Phantom 4 RTK. Can the Phantom 4 RTK prove to be the ultimate surveying solution? How does this DJI product compare with existing alternatives as far as technical capabilities and cost is concerned? DJI recently launched the Phantom 4 Pro RTK. DJI is offering a drone, base station and the RTK unit at an unbelievable price. Is this too good to be true? You will learn if this RTK drone is equipped to handle highly precise mapping missions...
ADU 0888: How to Make a Demo Reel That Helps You Effectively Market Your Drone Business
October 16, 2018 13:16 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBToday's question is about making an impressive drone demo reel. How do you come up with a demo reel that resonates with your target audience? And, how do you use this demo reel to give your drone business greater visibility? Our caller, Jonny is planning on offering his drone services to the construction industry, and is wondering how he can come up with an effective demo reel. In order to do so, Jonny first needs a thorough understanding of the industry that he is targeting, and it's variou...
ADU 0887: Can I Educate Students by Live-streaming my Drone Footage to Classrooms?
October 15, 2018 15:25 - 8 minutesToday's question is about live-streaming your drone footage. Can you live-stream drone footage to conduct an interactive class room session? Do you need any additional equipment for doing so? Our caller, Ken from NJ has come up with a well-thought-of question today. He is planning on live-streaming drone footage to classrooms in order to heighten the teaching experience. Seems like a great idea but is it feasible? Does Ken need any additional equipment for facilitating seamless live-streamin...
ADU 0886: Are There Any Serious Repercussions for Hobby Pilots Who Fly Without FAA’s Permission?
October 12, 2018 12:22 - 20 minutesToday's question is about drone laws for hobby pilots. Can a hobby pilot fly without prior FAA permission in an area with "No Drone" signs? In the worst case scenario, can he simply get away by begging forgiveness? Our caller, Vikram has come up with a question that many of you must be wondering about. With the passage of the 2018 FAA Reauthorization Act, there are stricter Do's and Don'ts in place for hobby pilots. Vikram is wondering if these strict laws have any teeth to them. Is the FAA ...
ADU 0885: Drone U Partners with Pix4D for Accident Reconstruction Training hosted by the NTSB
October 11, 2018 03:56 - 21 minutesWe have a special episode for you today. Paul is joined by Angad Singh from Pix4D and Bill English from NTSB to discuss the forthcoming Accident Reconstruction Training to be held at the NTSB training academy in Ashburn, VA from December 4-7. This show kickstarts with Paul quizzing Angad Singh about the various nuances of accident reconstruction. You will learn how the complimentary skill-sets of Paul and Angad will result in an awesome training experience. Why is accident reconstruction an ...
ADU 0884: How Do I Fly My Drone in an Area with Heavy Interference?
October 09, 2018 12:35 - 10 minutesToday's question is about flying in areas with heavy GPS interference. Flying your drone in GPS negative areas is a different ball game. What are some Tips and Tricks that can help you avoid a drone crash? Our caller, Ashley from London has a chance to take up a lucrative drone assignment. The only catch is that Ashley will be flying in an oil rig. What precautions should Ashley observe if he were to take up this job? We cover all important aspects from flying technique to drone settings to...
ADU 0883: Can I Use the Phantom 4 Pro or the Mavic 2 for Optimizing Irrigation Systems?
October 09, 2018 06:35 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBToday's question is about creating water delineation models via UAV mapping. What sort of actionable insights will you get from a water delineation model? And, which are the best drone systems for this job? Drone mapping is being used to acquire intelligence for little known applications. One such application is optimization of irrigation systems. Our caller is contemplating using the Phantom 4 Pro or the all new Mavic 2 to create a water delineation model. Is this a wise choice? Paul states...
ADU 0882: The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 Passed by Senate. What Does It Mean for the Drone Industry?
October 05, 2018 16:57 - 23 minutesIn today's episode we analyze the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018. How will this Act impact our drone industry? We do a DEEP DIVE to discuss all facets (both good and bad). It is a momentous day for drone industry - The FAA Reauthorization Act has been finally passed by Senate. So, how does this Act impact you? If you are a hobby pilot, there is a lot that you need to know about how this Act will affect you. We also discuss if drone deliveries will finally set flight. Other pertinent issues...
ADU 0881: Expert Tips for Improving Drone Mapping Workflow and Profitability
October 05, 2018 07:40 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBToday's show is about pricing strategies in drone mapping. What is the optimum workflow for driving efficiencies and profitability in drone mapping? Our caller, Mark is elated on the prospect of executing his first mapping project - a 2 acre commercial box store. But at the same time, Mark is unsure how much he should charge for his drone services. In order to help Mark achieve clarity, we touch upon all major aspects like workflow, equipment and expenses. How does Mark ensure that his clie...
ADU 0880: How Can a Drone Pilot Achieve Work-Life Balance?
October 01, 2018 11:30 - 12 minutesToday's question is about achieving good work-life balance. Managing our personal and professional lives is a daily struggle for most of us. Is it possible to grow your drone business without compromising your family life? Our caller, Josh from UK has come up with an interesting and highly relevant question. Like most of you, Josh is willing to go the extra mile to build his drone business. However, he wishes to achieve success without compromising on his personal life. Is work-life balance ...
ADU 0879: How Do You Compete with Drone Base and Uplift
September 28, 2018 17:11 - 19 minutesHow Do You Fight Back Drone Jobbing Companies Like Drone Base and Uplift That Are Trying to Poach Your Clients? Today's question is about drone jobbing companies. How do you deal with companies like DroneBase and Uplift who are trying to lure away clients by offering dirt cheap services? Our caller, Kevin has been a drone pilot since the past 5 years. Kevin is worried that drone jobbing companies might poach his clients. What strategies can Kevin employ to retain his clients? Paul and Rob r...
ADU 0878: Will My Private Pilot License Help Me Get More Drone Jobs? And, Should I Use Carbon Fiber Blades for My Phantom 4 Pro?
September 27, 2018 15:08 - 16 minutesToday we have a two part question. The first part is about the benefit (if any) of advertising a private pilot license. The second part is about carbon fiber blades. Our caller is a manned pilot who has just ventured into the drone business. He is wondering if using carbon fiber blades on his Phantom 4 Pro can help him in any way. Paul deep dives into this topic and we suggest all possible pros and cons that our caller needs to be aware of. The second part of this question is about using yo...
ADU 0877: What Strategies Can I Employ to Scale up My Drone Business?
September 26, 2018 18:21 - 22 minutesToday's question is about scaling up your drone business. What steps do you need to take in order to transition from a one man show to a larger organization? Our caller, Josh is in a dilemma. Like many of his counterparts, Josh owns a flourishing drone business. However, because he is running his drone business as a one man show, he is unable to grow beyond a certain level. Should he hire folks to help him out so that he concentrate on developing more lucrative industry verticals? While this...
ADU 0876: Can I capture images of a private property for an investigative business?
September 25, 2018 13:14 - 11 minutesToday's episode is about using your drone for an investigative business. Are you abiding with the law if you use your drone for an investigation? Our caller, Chris from Miami has come up with a question that many you must be wondering about. Chris has received an offer to fly his drone over a private property in order to conduct some investigations. Does the law permit Chris to do so? We discuss the various Do's and Don'ts that you need to be aware of. Thanks to Chris for the great question...
ADU 0875: I Wish to Film a Golf Course. What Technical and Commercial Advice Do You Have for Me?
September 24, 2018 16:49 - 11 minutesToday's question is about filming a golf course. What pricing strategies and flying techniques should you use while flying a golf course? We have some great Tips and Tricks just for you. Our caller, Ivan from Las Vegas is working at a high end country club. Because Ivan is Part 107 certified, his employers have approached him to make a marketing video. What pricing strategies should Ivan employ? Does he need to set up a LLC before he starts working on his first job? We also discuss some fly...
ADU 0874: Benefit of Using Litchi and Autopilot Apps
September 21, 2018 16:23 - 14 minutesWhat Are the Benefits of Using Applications like Litchi and Autopilot? Today's question is about the Litchi application. Should you use apps like Litchi and Autopilot to set waypoints? Are there any other applications that you can use? Our caller, Josh from UK has come up with a question that many of you must be wondering about. Does using applications like Litchi and Autopilot simplify your flying experience and allow you to capture better shots? We reveal the benefits of using these applic...
ADU 0873: Is Your Airspace Authorization Expiring Shortly? Should You Renew It?
September 21, 2018 05:04 - 12 minutesToday's episode is about renewing your airspace authorization. With LAANC in place, do you really need to renew your airspace authorization? We have some great Tips just for you. Airspace authorizations granted outside of Dronezone or LAANC are set to expire soon. So, if you are in this same boat, should you go for an airspace authorization renewal? With LAANC already launched nationwide, does renewing your airspace authorization really make sense? Have any airports been redacted from LAANC?...
ADU 0872: Interview with Skywatch’s Brandon Packman – How Their Innovative Drone Insurance Can Empower Pilots to Fly Safely
September 18, 2018 20:55 - 22 minutesToday we have a very special show. Brandon Packman from Skywatch joins Paul to discuss their different drone insurance products which have been creating quite a buzz. In this episode, you will discover all pertinent details of Skywatch's revolutionary and well thought of drone insurance. Does Skywatch offer liability insurance as well as hull insurance? Who is the underwriting partner for Skywatch? Skywatch's insurance products reward drone pilots for safe flying by assigning them a score. ...