Considering FAA's visual line of sight rule, what is the maximum area that you can map with your drone?

Today's question is about drone mapping. As per Part 107 regulations, what is the largest area that you can map with a drone?

Our caller for today works as an IT manager on a farm. Because he is an amateur drone pilot, he was asked to research the feasibility of drone technology in farming by his employer. Our caller wishes to use the eBee Sensefly for mapping.

For those who are unaware, the eBee Sensefly is an autonomous drone capable of extremely long flight times. So, do Part 107 rules apply to autonomous drones like the eBee? And,  is it mandatory to have a pilot in command for autonomous drones like the eBee? If yes, as per the Visual Line of Sight Rule, what is the maximum area that you can map with the eBee?

Additionally, we also clarify some common misconceptions and discuss how the ability to fly BVLOS will allow for wider applications and faster adoption of drone technology. Thanks for the great question. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

[03:48] Today we reveal that largest area that Part 107 pilots can legally map

[04:52] Is it mandatory to have a pilot in command for an autonomous drone like the eBee?

[05:20] Are drone manufacturers doing a poor job of explaining workflow?

[08:27] So, what is the largest area that Part 107 pilots are legally allowed to map?

[10:09] If you are flying a larger drone, can you fly farther away?

[11:45] Can you fly BVLOS if you are using multiple VO's?

[13:42] Will the ability to fly BVLOS give impetus to the drone industry?

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