Ask Drone U

How can Drone Business Owners Save Money on Taxes

Today's show is about saving money on taxes. As 2019 comes to an end, what are some strategies that will help drone business owners save their tax dollars?

Our caller for today, Roger has come up with a question that is particularly relevant as 2019 draws to an end. Roger is wondering if we have any year-end strategies that will help him save his tax dollars. Should you purchase new equipment to save on your taxes? Apart from investing in drones and drone accessories, what are some other ways that will help you save taxes?

Great question! Rob takes a lead on this one and shares some practical tax-saving tips to help Roger out. Paul reveals some of the new equipment that he is planning on purchasing for his drone business. Towards the end, we talk a bit about investing in your education as well. For all this and much more, tune in to our latest show now! Fly Safe!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[02:37] Reserve your spot at the biggest drone event of the year, the 2020 Drone U Fly-In. Limited seats available!

[03:30] A special thanks to our sponsor, Fortress UAV

[04:27] Today's question is about saving tax dollars for your drone business

[05:20] Is it better to delay your business purchases?

[06:02] Importance of reviewing your financials, and planning ahead

[07:00] Will income from your drone business get added to your personal income?

[08:18] Don't forget to invest in your personal development

[09:42] What is Paul planning on buying as the financial year comes to an end?

[14:20] Paul recommends some great classes for drone pilots

DJI Inspire 1 - Still a Good Option? Especially Considering the Difficulty with Getting Batteries

Today's question is about the DJI Inspire 1. With smaller and more powerful drones available in the market, is the DJI Inspire 1 still a good option for commercial applications?

Our caller for today, Chris owns the original "Ferrari of Drones", DJI Inspire 1. Chris loves this drone, and so do we. But, with newer and more powerful drones now available in the market, is the DJI Inspire 1 a commercially viable option?

To answer Chri's question, Paul shares his own experience with the DJI Inspire 1. We share how the Inspire 1 compares to new drones in terms of specs and capabilities. Will DJI withdraw support for the Inspire 1 once it launches the Inspire 3 in 2020? And, is the Inspire 1 still a feasible option for critical applications like thermal inspections and drone mapping? For all this and much, much more, tune in to our latest show now. Thanks for the great question, Chris. Fly Safe!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[02:14] Today's show is brought to your by the Drone U Fly-In

[07:00] Today's question is about the long-term viability of the DJI Inspire 1

[08:28] Paul shares why DJI Inspire 1 is his favorite drone to date

[09:34] Is the DJI Inspire 1 a good drone if you are working on a tight budget?

[10:10] With the DJI Inspire 3 set to launch in mid-2020, should you still buy the DJI Inspire 1?

[10:35] Will the Autel Evo 2 force DJI to revamp their Inspire series?

[10:49] Is the Zenmuse Z3 thermal camera a good option for you? What are some limitations of using a Inspire 1-Z3 combo?

Flying Hobby Drones in Controlled Airspace

Today's question is about recreational flying in controlled airspace. How can you increase your chances of LAANC approval so that you are not denied your ability to fly?

Our caller for today, Stephen is a recreational pilot who is seeking permission to fly in controlled airspace with a 100 feet ceiling. The airport tower has no objection to him flying as long as he stays below tree top level. But, his LAANC authorization was rejected denying him his right to fly. What is the best resort for Stephen now?

As per the recent changes made to hobby drone rules, recreational pilots must seek LAANC authorization to fly in controlled airspace. But, as is the case with Stephen, what should you do if you fail to get your LAANC authorization? And, does building a good working relationship with airport tower authorities help in such a scenario? For all this an much more, tune in to our latest show now. Thanks for the great question, Stephen. Fly Safe!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Also, the folks over at Go Professional Cases are offering a special discount for Drone U members. GPC designs the highest quality professional cases for your drone and GoPro. And they will even custom design a case for you. Use the promo code DRONEU15 to avail a killer deal.

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[01:29] Today's question is about getting permission to fly recreationally in controlled airspace

[02:50] Should you resubmit a LAANC authorization if your application has been denied once?

[04:18] Are LAANC Apps prone to rejected an application due to technological issues?

[05:17] Will it help if you reach out to the Airport tower, and build a work relationship?

How to purchase high-end drone systems and accessories

In today's show, you will learn how to purchase a drone that best suits your requirements. How can you ascertain that you are making a good business decision that will generate expected ROI and propel your drone business forward?

Our caller for today, Richard recently attended our Austin Mapping class. Richard wishes to map huge tracts of agricultural land with cm level accuracy. And he needs help purchasing the right equipment. What questions should Richard ask his retailer so that he does not end up making a wrong investment?

This is an interesting question that is particularly relevant when you are spending thousands of dollars to purchase high-end drone systems or accessories. To help Richard out, we reveal how to estimates revenues, expenses, and ROI before making the purchase. Further, we provide some expert tips for drone pilots who are looking to purchase mapping equipment to further their business. Can you trust your retailer to provide you the correct information? And, what factors should you keep in mind while purchasing an enterprise drone? Tune in to find out.

Thanks for the great question, Richard. Fly Safe!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Also, the folks over at Go Professional Cases are offering a special discount for Drone U members. GPC designs the highest quality professional cases for your drone and GoPro. And they will even custom design a case for you. Use the promo code DRONEU15 to avail a killer deal.

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[02:10] A special thanks to our sponsor, GPC Professional cases

[02:34] Today's question is about figuring out the best drone for your needs

Skydio 2 Being Used as Police Drone by Chula Vista Police Department, Modified Mavic 2 Pro with FLIR Thermal Camera Enhances Thermal Capabilities, AIR7 HD Helicopter Hit By a Drone in LA?, Drone Delivery in the French Alps, and DJI Mavic Mini Updates

We are back with some of the latest and most exciting drone news from last week. Our biggest story this week is about the new Skydio drone, Skydio 2. The Chula Vista Police Department is the first to use the Skydio 2 drone for emergency response. Autonomous flying capabilities and the ability to easily avoid obstacles means that the Skydio 2 could prove to be a very capable police drone. Using drones will result in better assessment of an emergency situation and help save lives of our police officers.

Our next story is about a modified Mavic 2 Pro outfitted with a FLIR Boson Thermal Camera. Manufactured by Revolve Drones, the Revolve Thermal, MK. III has impressive thermal capabilities. When compared to the Mavic 2 Dual, this modified Mavic 2 Pro comes double the sensor resolution and 5x heat signature detection range.

Other stories covered in todays's show include a drone crashing with a AIR7 HD helicopter in downtown LA, the UAS Integration Pilot Program, Drone Delivery in the French Alps, and the latest DJI Mavic Mini updates.

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[01:50] AIR7 HD helicopter pilot speculated to be hit by a drone outside of LA

[07:25] DJI joins UAS Integration Pilot Program

[12:24] Chula Vista Police starts using Skydio 2 drones

[15:50] Modified Mavic 2 Pro with FLIR Boson camera provides enhanced thermal capabilities

[18:18] French postal service commences drone delivery in the Alps

Should You Buy the DJI Mavic Mini? | Drones Under 250 Grams Rules

In today’s blog post, we reveal our experiences with the DJI Mavic Mavic Mini and highlight the benefits (if any) of owning a mini drone with a camera weighing less than 250 grams.

Our caller for today, Pete, has come up with an excellent question today about the DJI Mavic Mini. Having recently purchased this DJI drone, he is wondering about the advantages and disadvantages of flying this much-hyped drone.

To answer Pete's question, we share our experiences with the DJI Mavic Mini. Paul has been extensively testing out the DJI Mavic Mini at the Drone U headquarters and has some interesting insights to share. First of all, in a bid to appeal to the mass market and keep prices low, has DJI cut any corners with their latest product? We share how the DJI Mavic Mini compares to its cousins like the Mavic Air and Mavic 2 Pro in terms of flying and cinematic capabilities. As is commonly believed, is the DJI Mavic Mini a good drone for flying in confined spaces?

In the next segment of the show, we talk about the rules for flying drones under 250 grams. Is it true that drone pilots can fly the DJI Mavic Mini without registration? And, countries like Canada have a different set of laws for drones under 250 grams. Are there any significant advantages to flying these mini drones in such countries? Paul makes some important clarifications. For all this and much more, tune in to our latest show now!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[04:36] A special thanks to our sponsor, Fortress UAV

[05:18] Today's question is about the pros and cons of buying drones under 250 grams

Canadian Drone Laws for Part 107 Drone Pilots

In today's show, Paul is joined by Transport Canada's Justin Miller to discuss what Part 107 pilots can do to legally fly a drone in Canada.

We start this show by sharing some of the most recent updates to Canadian drone laws. As per these recent updates, what are the rules for Part 107 pilots who wish to fly a drone in Canada? Do Part 107 pilots need any certification to fly a drone in Canada? If yes, what is the procedure for procuring this certification? And, are there a separate set of drone laws for commercial and hobby pilots?

Further, you will learn a bit about Canadian airspace, and how to best determine where you can and cannot fly. Other topics discussed on this show include rules for flying drones less than 250 grams (DJI Mavic Mini), flying over people, drone insurance and flying a drone in Canadian National Parks.

If you are thinking of flying down to Canada to capture the beautiful surroundings with your drone, this is a show that you must tune in to. Fly Safe!

Resources:

Transport Canada's Drone Safety Website

Instructions for Flying a Drone in a Canadian National Park

Get in Touch with Parks Canada

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[00:50] Paul welcomes Justin from Transport Canada to the show

[01:30] When were the Canadian drone laws last updated?

[02:05] What are the drone laws for flying a DJI Mavic Mini in Canada?

[03:29] Restricted Airspace and TFR's in Canada

[04:19] How can US drone pilots fly in Canada?

[04:56] Do you need a SFOC if you already have a Part 107 certificate?

[05:56] Are there different set of drone laws for commercial and hobby ...

Drone Mapping Tips - How to Pick the Right Sensor

Today's question is about the best sensors for drone mapping. We discuss the best sensors, drones, and mapping software that will allow you to fly high and still build accurate drone maps and models.

Our caller, Gary, is a licensed surveyor who recently attended our in-person mapping class. In our previous show, "How Marking Ground Control Points Affects Your Accuracy in Drone Mapping", we had talked about the three main factors that affect GSD or Ground Sampling Distance: camera sensor, altitude, and focal length. In today's show, Gary has come up with a great follow up question about camera sensors.

Specifically, which sensor set up will allow you to fly high and still build accurate drone maps and models?

To answer Gary's question, we discuss different high-end sensors like the Zenmuse X7 and Sony A7 RMarkIII. We also discuss how enterprise drones like the Matrice210 and Matrice600 compare to the old warhorse, DJI Phantom. Apart from this, we compare different drone mapping software like GSPro, Litchi, and Pix4D to reveal the best option for you. If you are looking to enhance your mapping accuracy, this is a show you do not want to miss. Thanks for the great question, Gary. Fly Safe!

The Biggest Sale of The Year, the Drone U Black Friday Sale is LIVE. Do not miss out! Limited Time Offer!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/

Check out our upcoming Mapping Classes – https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/drone-u-mapping-classes-2019

Timestamps

[02:35] The Drone U Black Friday sale is Live! Do not miss the biggest deals of this year!

[03:54] Today's question is about the best sensor set up for building accurate drone maps and models

[05:18] Paul recaps the last show

[05:44] What are the three variables that affect your GSD?

Autel Evo 2 Launched at CES 2020, Drone Pilot Fined $20,000 for Careless Flight, DJI Black Friday Deals, SQUIDS Drone, Drone Industry to Hit $100 Billion in 2020

UPDATE - Autel Robotics has released the Autel Evo 2 at CES 2020. Be sure to check out our Comprehensive Autel Evo 2 Review.

Our biggest story today is about the Autel Evo 2. You heard that right. As per recent FCC filings, Autel Robotics is coming out with a new drone that will hit the markets as early as January 2020.

Rumored Specs of the new Autel Evo Drone -

This drone will come with 3 user-changeable gimbal modules that will give users 6K, 8K, and dual sensor capabilities.

586 gimbal – 8K camera

383 gimbal – 6K camera with one inch 20 MP sensor

Dual-sensor gimbal – Infrared camera with 8K video camera

According to industry insiders, the 586 gimbal on the Autel Evo 2 will be capable of taking still photos at 48 MP and recording 8K video at 25 fps. Additionally, users will be able to shoot 6K video at 30 fps or 4K at 30 or 60 fps.

You will be able to shoot those sweet slo-mo videos with the 383 gimbal as you can record 4K video at 120 fps. A wide aperture range (up to f/2.8) means that this camera should have excellent low light capabilities.

The dual sensor is particularly impressive as it takes infrared images at 640 x 512 or 320 x 256 and records 720p video.

Other Specs and Capabiltiies:

Top Speed of 44 mph

Geo-fencing free

360 degree obstacle avoidance

NIGHTBEAT mode for night-time photography

With such awesome capabilities, the Autel Evo 2 will far outshine not only the entire Mavic range but also the higher-end, DJI Inspire range. After the Skydio 2, the Autel Evo 2 is another reminder that these new entrants in the drone market are not only catching up, but in fact, leaving the industry leader, DJI far behind.

Let’s see if DJI is able to muster up a fitting response when it launches the DJI Mavic 3 in January 2020.

Our next story is a particularly interesting one. This is a story about drone pilot, Reuben Burciaga who was fined a hefty $20,000 for a reckless flight which ultimately ended as his drone landed next active airstrip at McCarran Airport in Las Vegas. Reuben's initial fine of $14,000 has now ballooned to more than $20,000 due to late fees as he failed to respond back to the FAA. Time and again, we have discussed how FAA's lack of enforcement is endangering airspace safety. So, was the FAA right in slapping this huge $20,000 fine on Reuben? Hear this story, and let us know your thoughts.

Other topics discussed on the show are the SQUID drone and hyper-growth projections for the drone industry. Tune in for some excellent insights!

Drone U wishes all listeners a Happy Thanksgiving!!! May your Thanksgiving be filled with family, friends, rest and peace.

The Biggest Sale of The Year, the Drone U Black Friday Sale is LIVE. Do not miss out! Limited Time Offer!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

How to Enhance Work Productivity

Today's question is about enhancing your work productivity. What are some recommended tools and systems for a more effective and compressed workflow?

Our caller, Desi has come up with another great question today. Desi is a busy drone pilot who is looking for some effective ways to get more done in less time. Specifically, she has a long work commute and is wondering how she can utilize this time in the best possible manner.

As a drone business owner, you will have to find time for business activities like sales & marketing and general admin tasks. With so much on your plate, it is important that you finish your daily tasks in the most efficient manner. So, should you go old school and jot down a daily to-do list in a book? Or, should you rely on the latest productivity tools to stay on top of things? We discuss the pros and cons of each approach.

Other topics discussed include time blocking techniques, how to implement systems and processes, and the benefits of staying healthy. For all this and so much more, tune in to our latest show now. Thanks for the great question, Desi. Fly Safe!

If you found this show interesting, you might want to check out our comprehensive Drone Business Course.

The Biggest Sale of The Year, the Drone U Black Friday Sale is LIVE. Do not miss out! Limited Time Offer!

Do you wish to learn from world-class pilots with real-world experience? This could be your chance. The Drone U Fly-in Challenge will be held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These unique drone games are designed to test your flying ability as you will be asked to complete carefully designed flight missions that mimic real-world scenarios. Don't miss the chance to participate in the BIGGEST and BEST drone event of the year. Limited Spots Available! Book Now!

Recently crashed your drone? Unable to find trained technicians who can repair your drone quickly and at a reasonable rate? Don’t fret. The cool folks at Fortress UAV can help you get your drone back up in the air in as little as 7 days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. Drone U Members get an extra 5% off on total repair costs. Check them out now!

This is morning of day 7 of my Strattera medication. Everything is normalizing, side-effect are mostly gone and the motivation part of the medicine is also not working as strongly, even on an increased dosage, it has had some interesting impact on my sense of taste though, which is a welcomed change, see about strattera now https://thevantasticlife.com/order-strattera-no-adhd/.

Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad!

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Looking for simple, fast, and transparent coverage that gives you peace of mind? Our friends at Skywatch are offering affordable on-demand drone insurance that rewards YOU for flying safely. Check them out NOW! Both hourly and monthly options available.

Follow us:

Site - https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Get your copy of “Livin’ the Drone Life” – http://amzn.to/2nalUDH

Get your copy of our Part 107 Study Guide – https://amzn.to/2omQatT/