Today's show is about the DJI Mavic Air 2. Can you build a long-term, profitable business with this entry-level DJI drone?
Our caller for today, John is a new drone pilot who has recently invested in the DJI Mavic Mini 2. John is facing buyer's remorse as he feels that he should have gone for a more powerful, sophisticated drone instead.
While he was looking for a commercially viable option, he is worried that he has wasted his money after a "toy". Has John made a wrong purchase? Can he carve out a place in the marketplace when there are other pilots flying more powerful drones like the Mavic 2 Pro, Phantom, and Inspire? 
Tune in to find out. Thanks for the great question, John. Fly Safe!
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Timestamps

[01:24]Toy or tool - how do you treat your drone?
[03:00]Is the DJI Mavic Mini 2 a good option for Part 107 pilots?
[04:13]Today's show is made to you by our newest drone program, PROPS
[06:15]Today's question is about the DJI Mavic Air 2?
[08:35]Can you build a profitable drone business with great skills but an inferior drone?
[09:09]Is the DJI Mavic Air 2 a good drone for shooting real estate videos?
[10:06]Mavic 2 Pro vs. Mavic 2 Air - how do they compare?
[10:52]What are some of the disadvantages of owning entry-level DJI drones like the Mavic Air 2 or Mavic Mini 2?
[11:50]Can you shoot smooth cinematic shots with an entry-level drone?
[12:41]So, is the DJI Mavic Air 2 a commercially viable drone?
[14:10]Why Paul still swears by the Phantom 4 Pro
[16:07]Can you build your business with just an iPhone and Osmo?

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ADU 01171: I Am a New Part 107 Pilot. Was it a Mistake to Buy The Mavic Air 2?

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How to use your contacts for growing your business and how can drones augment your business
Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U Experience training, a unique training event that is focused on construction projects, available to the last 1-2 participants, where you will be immersed in an experienced-based learning environment. You'll take flight daily and often, and you'll master cutting-edge drone techniques along the way. Learn from experienced pilots to get the most out of your drone. Also, build repeatable systems to scale your business. Reach out to us to book your seat today.

On Today's podcast, we discuss how drones can effectively grow your current offerings to clients. Our question from today is from Cameron, who is wanting to know how he can use his previous job knowledge and working his way on developing a successful drone business. We discuss how knowing your circle can effectively assist in reaching out and developing the next steps to getting contracts and how knowing a business gives an edge in understanding the value that can be delivered to your clients. We go over adding value to your clients and how a drone business owners can work with multiple contacts to explore opportunities.

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Timestamps:

[02:32] Learn more about Drone U Experience training in Colorado
[05:13] Today's question on taxes and NAICS codes to use while filing taxes
[08:29] How can you use your current business contacts to grow a drone business

ADU 1349: How to augment your existing business with drones?

How do I navigate the tax filing season as a drone pilot?
Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U Experience training, a unique training event that is focused on construction projects, available to the last 1-2 participants, where you will be immersed in an experienced-based learning environment. You'll take flight daily and often, and you'll master cutting-edge drone techniques along the way. Learn from experienced pilots to get the most out of your drone. Also, build repeatable systems to scale your business. Reach out to us to book your seat today.

On Today's podcast, we discuss navigating the tax filing season for drone pilots, and respond to Joe who would like to know more on codes to be used for tax filing. We discuss how drone pilots should navigate the tax filing space and what are the classifications available? We discuss about NAICS codes and navigating tax season for drone pilots and considerations to keep in mind when filing taxes.

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Timestamps:

[04:25] Learn more about Drone U Experience training in Colorado
[07:06] Today's question on taxes and NAICS codes to use while filing taxes
[08:18] What is the NAICS code and why is it important while filing your taxes?
[12:09] How to obtain and navigate NAICS codes specific to your business and industry?
[14:01] Understanding GSA schedule for your business
[15:48] Knowing your tax consultant while doing your taxes and understanding tax implications of your business decisions

ADU 1348: Are NAICS codes important for Drone Pilots?

What is the DJI ban bill all about? How it impact American drone pilots? What can you do about it?
On Today's podcast, we discuss all about flying over people. Over the years we all have seen several drone shots of flying over people, most commonly during events such as wedding, and sporting telecasts. Our question for today is from Tom, about carrying out flights over wedding asking us about what are the best drones for flying over people and in reality if the regulations actually allow such flights.

Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U Experience training, a unique training event that is focused on construction projects, available to the last 1-2 participants, where you will be immersed in an experienced-based learning environment. You'll take flight daily and often, and you'll master cutting-edge drone techniques along the way. Learn from experienced pilots to get the most out of your drone. Also, build repeatable systems to scale your business. Reach out to us to book your seat today.

On today's podcast we discuss the DJI drone ban bill which has the potential to impact how American drone pilots are using DJI for carrying out multiple important and industry specific missions. We start the episode by going over what the ban means and how it is being expected to be implemented. We speak about the specifics of how DJI accesses data and manages information. We discuss ways to effectively navigate this challenge and also go over options as to how you can connect with your representatives and educate them on your business and how the new bill can impact your you.

Tune in today as we discuss the impacts of the DJI ban bill and how best you can address this bill to avoid any impact on the drone industry.
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Timestamps:

[03:34] What is the DJI drone ban bill all about?
[04:22] Should we compete rather than cancel?
[05:48] What are the domains where DJI drones being used and how will a DJI drone ban impact American industries?
[07:00] Connecting your Drone to the internet for managing data access and how you can effectively manage your DJI drone data
[12:14] New advocacy group for connecting with your US representative
[15:11] We summarize the impact of the bill and how you can influence policy and decision making

ADU 1347: Why you should stop the H.R. 2864 – Countering CCP Drones Act.

Welcome to Elevating Drone Life, the podcast for drone professionals !!
Elevating Drone Life is a podcast for drone professionals by drone professionals. It is a podcast that takes you on a journey through the exciting and ever-evolving world of drone technology.

Each week, we'll be speaking with professionals from all walks of the drone industry, Drone U Elite Instructors and members to learn about their experiences, insights, and tips for success. We'll explore the latest trends in drone technology, dive into real-world applications, and uncover the unique challenges and opportunities facing today's drone pilots.

On our show today, we talk to Josh Marriott, Director of VDC and Field Solutions with the Weitz Company in Phoenix Arizona. Josh has been active in the construction industry for several years now and has seen the evolution of drones carrying out multiple jobs and missions. On today's aspect we uncover the secrets to running a successful drone program in the construction industry and go over jobs, safety, scaling operations and much more.
Josh goes over how he got into the drones and how he grew successful drone programs in the construction industry. He elaborates on how team can successfully train in-house pilots and what it takes to work with the amount of data that drones can produce for a company and how all departments can utilize this data from safety to marketing and more. Josh also digs into the secrets of managing fleets and how pilots can successfully get hired as a drone pilot in the construction industry.

Tune in to this show as we explore the fascinating world of drone technology and discover the amazing insights from Josh in the drone industry.

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Timestamps:

[01:22] Learn more about how Josh got started in the drone industry
[04:40] Josh's current role and how he performs his work with drones
[10:05] Training your team and building competencies in-house vs outsourcing work
[12:53] Why outsourcing can seem appealing at first, but how companies can put together a drone program in-house and Josh's learning from developing programs
[17:30] Working with data and effective data management and how to effectively have all internal departments work with data
[22:28] Josh shares his insight on ensuring safety across teams and projects in the construction industry
[24:33] Josh's go-to drones for the construction industry drone projects
[28:23] How to be a successful pilot in the construction industry and what the companies look in a drone pilot when hiring

EDL 007: Elevating Drone Life – Interview with Josh Marriott, on drones in construction industry and setting up successful drone programs

Can pilots fly their drones over people? What drones can i fly without waivers?
On Today's podcast, we discuss all about flying over people. Over the years we all have seen several drone shots of flying over people, most commonly during events such as wedding, and sporting telecasts. Our question for today is from Tom, about carrying out flights over wedding asking us about what are the best drones for flying over people and in reality if the regulations actually allow such flights.

Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U Experience training, a unique training event that is focused on construction projects, available to the last 1-2 participants, where you will be immersed in an experienced-based learning environment. You'll take flight daily and often, and you'll master cutting-edge drone techniques along the way. Learn from experienced pilots to get the most out of your drone. Also, build repeatable systems to scale your business. Reach out to us to book your seat today.

On today's podcast we discuss everything about flying over people and the regulations therein. We discuss changes to rules about flying over people by the FAA and go over what the regulations now consider when flying over people. We also discuss the DJI reporting structure and if flying a sub 250gm drone actually constitutes to complying with the existing categories for flights. We then discuss category 2 and 3 requirements and delve into eligibilities and compliance to Remote ID. Lastly we discuss practical solutions to flying over people and the perfect drones for conducting flights over people while not comprising on the quality of footage.

Tune in today as we discuss everything about flying over people and drone considerations.
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Timestamps:

[01:18] Learn more about upcoming construction themed Drone U experience training
[03:55] Today's question on flying over people regulations
[06:33] Changes to rules about flying over people and FAA updates
[07:43] DJI minis and the point of going over the limits of category 1
[09:23] DJI reporting of weight of drone going over the specified weight limits
[12:07] Category 2 and 3 eligibilities for drone pilots and compliance to Remote ID
[16:52] Flights in an open air assembly
[20:10] Practical solutions to flying over considering existing regulations and using the right drone for carrying flights over people

ADU 01171: I Am a New Part 107 Pilot. Was it a Mistake to Buy The Mavic Air 2?

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