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Marketing Advice for Scaling up Your Drone Business

Today's show is about marketing your drone services to industrial-level businesses. What are some effective strategies to expand your clientele and scale up your business?

Our caller for today, Cameron wishes to transition from real estate to more value-add services like cell tower and roof inspections. Marketing your drone services to such industrial level-businesses requires a measured approach. In today's show, listeners will first learn how to analyze a new market and determine the biggest pain points. Next, we recommend some effective ways of pitching your drone services to a prospective client.

Drawing from their extensive experience, business partners, Paul and Rob suggest the best approach for Cameron. This show will be particularly useful to those who have been struggling to market their drone services to sophisticated clients. Tune in for some excellent insights. Thanks for the great question, Cameron. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

[04:48] Today's question is about marketing your drone services to industrial-level customers

[06:20] Do you have an efficient and scalable workflow?

[07:12] Are you really understanding your client's requirements?

[08:24] Can attending networking organizations help you figure out common pain points?

[09:27] How to pitch your drone services to prospective clients

[09:46] How did Paul win the U&M Entrepreneurial Challenge?

[10:47] How to prep yourself before pitching your services to a prospective client

[11:52] Can content marketing help you gain more visibility?

[12:43] Expert Tips for scaling up and growing your business

[15:03] How to conduct yourself at networking events

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Pix4DCapture Tips and Tricks

Today's question is about the Pix4D Capture App.

Our caller, Bryan from Chicago is facing issues with the Pix4D Capture App. It is taking Bryan 20 minutes or longer to upload missions to his drone using the Pix4DCapture App. How can Bryan deal with this problem and make faster uploads to his drone?

In today's show, listeners will learn that the slow speed of mission uploads is a common issue for Pix4DCapture App users. Particularly, you are more likely to encounter this issue with older drones likes DJI Phantom 3 and DJI Phantom 4.

Fortunately, Paul has a simple but effective way of dealing with this issue. If you are a professional drone mapper using Pix4D Capture, this show will be really useful for you. Thanks for the great question, Bryan! Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

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[04:33] Today's question is about the Pix4D Capture App

[05:43] Is it common to encounter problems while uploading a mission to your drone using the Pix4DCapture App?

[06:00] Do older drones like the DJI Phantom 3 take longer to start?

[06:35] Are you encountering problems while firing up Pix4D on your drone?

[07:47] What should you do when you encounter a camera setup error?

[08:50] How do you know that your drone is ready for a flight?

[08:57] How can attending a Drone U in-person training help you out?

DJI Mavic 3 announced, DJI Mavic Mini release date, Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Police Drones being used as first responders, Phantom 4 Pro Production Updates

Our biggest news this week is about the DJI Mavic 3. You heard that right. DJI is all set to come out with a successor to their wildly successful flagship drone, Mavic 2 Pro.

To be released in January 2021, the Mavic 3 will come with 4K60 and ADS-B receivers. It is certainly no small coincidence that DJI chose to "leak" the news of a new drone right after the launch of the Skydio R2. But, considering the R2's impressive autonomous capabilities, it remains to be seen if DJI can up the ante, yet again with the Mavic 3.

Our second news story is about the DJI Mavic Mini. The big selling point for this soon-to-be-released drone is that it weighs just 245 grams. As we have discussed on this show before, drones weighing less than 245 grams need NOT be registered with the FAA. But, does this mean that you can fly these drones without following any drone laws? Can you fly drones weighing less than 250 grams without a commercial drone license? We reveal the answers to these commonly asked questions in this segment of the show.

Other topics discussed on this show include the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Police drones, radar systems for detecting drones and Phantom 4 Pro production updates.

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Timestamps

[01:20] Haye witnesses the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta for the first time ever; check out his reaction

[04:06] The DJI Mavic 3 announced right after the Skydio R2 launch; Will DJI manage to stave off the competition with the launch of this new drone?

[05:05] What is the release date for the DJI Mavic 3?

[06:38] Unlike the Mavic 2 Pro, will the DJI Mavic 3 come with 4K60?

[08:26] Will the Mavic 3 come with a global shutter?

[09:43] When is the DJI Mavic Mini coming out?

[12:50] Are DJI's autonomous capabilities comparable to that of Skydio?

[13:20] Interested in the Skydio? With the first two batches completely sold out, when can you expect to get your hands on the Skydio R2?

Pix4D User Conference 2019

Today's show is about the Pix4D User Conference. Paul and Angad join us today to discuss the essential highlights of Pix4D's first-ever user conference held from Oct 2-3 in Denver, Colorado.

The Pix4D User Conference featured some of the most prominent Pix4D super-users from different industries. Chris Anderson, CEO, and Founder from 3DR, Gregory Crutsinger from Scholar Farms, and Bill English from NTSB were some of the speakers who gave talks at this event. Our hosts, Paul and Angad, were also a part of this impressive speaker line-up.

In today's show, we discuss some of the most essential takeaways from this two-day conference. Listeners will learn about some creative and little-known drone mapping applications. We talk about bridge inspections, runway inspections, monitoring erosion, achieving mm level accuracy and much, much more in today's show.

Whether you a professional drone mapper or an aspiring one, listening to this show will help you learn about the latest industry practices. Tune in for some great information!

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Timestamps

[00:23] Paul welcomes Angad to the show

[02:53] What all participated at the Pix4D user conference?

[03:43] Who were some of the prominent speakers at the Pix4D User Conference?

[04:23] What did Paul talk about?

[05:00] Can bigger cameras help you map bigger areas with better accuracy?

[05:13] GSPro vs Pix4DCapture - Paul reveals which software he prefers, and why

[06:43] Learn about 3DR's innovation solution for conducting runway inspections

[07:32] Angad shares how a Pix4D super user is using drone mapping to attain mm level accuracy of historic buildings

[08:02] Can you use drone mapping for monitoring erosion?

[08:33] How Flyability drones are being used for infrastructure inspections

[10:00] Indigo Ag, an innovative Boston-based startup explains how drone technology and genetic finger typing is being used to enhance agricultural output

[10:27] Pix4D introduces Pix4DSurvey at the Pix4D user conference

Latest practices for data acquisition and processing in agricultural drone mapping

In today's show, we are joined by Dr. Greg Crutsinger, founder of Scholarfarms to discuss how to collect and assess data using agricultural drones. We discuss the P4 Multispectral, drone mapping software - Pix4DFields and Pix4DReact, and recommend the best workflow for agricultural drone mapping.

We start this show by discussing DJI's latest agricultural drone, the P4 Multispectral in great detail. Aggressively priced at $7,000, will this new DJI drone prove to be a good alternative to proven multispectral drones like the Wingtra and eBEE X?

In the next segment of the show, Greg explains in simple terms how multispectral cameras are used to determine the health of plants. Listeners will learn how multispectral drones equipped with light sensors are used to create a reflectance map to eventually provide actionable insights to farms.

Greg then provides some expert tips for selecting the best possible agricultural drone. Do consumer drones like Mavic and Phantom have any useful agricultural applications? And, are you better off using a multirotor over an expensive fixed-wing?

Next, we discuss drone mapping software. Will the use of Pix4DFields and Pix4D React result in a compressed and efficient workflow?

Apart from agricultural drones, we also discuss how drones are gradually proving to be an indispensable tool for disaster relief. Specifically, Greg gives a first-hand account of how he used drone mapping to help out at the Paradise Campfire incident.

Whether you are an established drone mapper or aspiring to be one, this is a show you cannot miss. Tune in now!

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Timestamps

[00:24] Paul welcomes Greg to the show

[01:13] Greg shares his background information, and reveals how he transitioned to agricultural drone mapping

[02:28] Drones in public safety

[03:40] Will Pix4D React results in a more compressed drone mapping workflow for disaster relief?

[04:33] Greg shares how he used drone mapping to aid in disaster relief during the Paradise campfi...

P4 Multispectral and Agras T16 introduced at DJI Airworks 2019, Skydio 2 - the autonomous drone launched on October 1, UPS gets permission from the FAA for drone delivery business, Yuneec Typhoon H3, and Drones for Good

We start this show by discussing the recently concluded drone conference, DJI Airworks. This year DJI introduced two agricultural drones- the P4 Multispectral and the Agras T16. Specifically, we give users a sneak-peek into the P4 Multispectral. The P4 Multispectral is a multispectral imaging drone pitted directly against the likes of Wingtra and eBeeX. So, how does the P4 Multispectral compare in terms of performance and pricing to these drones with proven multispectral imaging capabilities? Tune in to find out. Other topics discussed in this segment of the show are DJI's new gimbal, DJI X-Port, and DJI's new disaster relief program.

Our next new story is about the Skydio R2, arguably the biggest drone news story of the moment. The California-based drone manufacturer, Skydio launched its new drone, the Skydio R2 on October 1. Armed with autonomous flying capabilities, this Skydio R1 successor is priced attractively at $999. Accessories like the Beacon and the Controller further enhance the flying capabilities of this drone. As the early reviews roll, we discuss the Pros and Cons of this new drone. Will Skydio finally taste commercial success with this new drone? Considering the small sensor size, is the Skydio R2 a good alternative to the Mavic 2 Pro? We discuss build quality, sensor quality, autonomous capabilities and pricing in our comprehensive Skydio review.

Other topics discussed on this show are the Yuneec Typhoon H3 with Leica sensor, Go Pro Hero 8, UPS Drone Deliveries, and Drones for Good. Tune in for the latest and most exciting drone news.

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Timestamps

[01:44] P4 Multispectral and Agras T16 agricultural drones introduced at DJI Airworks

[04:22] Discussing P4 Multispectral specs and capabilities

[06:40] What is the average flight time for a P4 Multispectral? Can it cover an average size farm in the United States?

[07:50] Is the P4 multispectral priced competitivel...

Lucrative 3D Drone Mapping & Modeling Applications

Today's question is about 3D drone mapping and modeling. What are some little-known and creative drone applications which can add significant value to different businesses?

Our caller for today, Juan attended our recent Accident Reconstruction Training in Virginia. Fired up by the in-depth learning's, Juan is come up with a great follow-up question about the commercial aspects of 3D drone modeling and mapping.

In today's show, we reveal how 3D drone modeling & mapping and be immensely useful in project management, marketing, employee training as well as emergency response. Towards the end of the show, drone pilots will also learn how to assign a dollarized value to each of these end-uses so that they can convince new clients to come on board. Thanks for the great question, Juan. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

[00:44] A special thanks to our gracious sponsor, Colorado Drone Chargers

[01:38] Today's question is about the different ways of using 3D drone mapping and modeling in your business

[04:45] Important commercial considerations for professional drone mappers

[05:20] How interactive mapping can help visitors pre-visualize and understand the layout of a building

[07:30] Can you use interactive mapping for employee on-boarding and training?

[07:50] How to use drone mapping for emergency response

[09:02] Using drone maps and models to market live events

[09:25] Can you use drone maps to determine the extent of magnetic interference?

[09:55] Learn how drone mapping and modeling can help streamline construction management

[13:48] How can you use drone maps to enhance the security of a construction site?

[14:11] How to use remote data analytics to manage construction projects better

[15:03] Can hotels use drone mapping to market their properties?

[16:52] How to effectively convey the value-add of 3D d...

Flying Drones Over Private Property - Do's and Don'ts

Today's question is about flying drones over private property. Do private property owners have any right over airspace? And, can they prevent a drone from flying over their property?

Our caller for today, Alan is in a bit of a quandary. Alan's local church has a strict no-drone policy. Security officials at the church are even trying to prevent him from flying over the church. Can local organizations like these prevent drone pilots from flying over their private property?

In today's show, we reveal if Alan's church has the right to prevent him from flying, and then recommend a suitable course of action. If your local organizations are harassing you as well, listening to this show will certainly help you out. Thanks for the great question, Alan. Fly Safe!

Towards the end, Paul shares some interesting details about the 2020 Drone U Fly in Challenge.

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Timestamps

[01:02] Do not miss your chance to train at the all new Drone U training center

[02:43] Today's question is about local organizations preventing drones flying over private property

[03:47] Do organizations have the right to prevent drone flight?

[06:25] Should Alan attempt to build a relationship with his local church?

[08:27] When and where are the forthcoming Drone U trainings being held?

[08:52] Learn about the 2020 Drone U Fly-in being held from April 4-5 in Santa Fe, New Mexico

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Drone Training for Canadian Drone Pilots

Today's question is about drone training for Canadian drone pilots. Is Drone U training relevant for Canadian drone pilots?

Martin, our caller for today, is based in Canada. A new drone pilot, Martin is eager to learn the nuances of drone flying. He has a bunch of questions for us today. Firstly, Martin is wondering if Drone U training is relevant for drone pilots like him who are based in Canada. Will learning Part 107 and US airspace fundamentals help him in any way? Moreover, Martin is specifically looking for Mavic 2 Pro training. Can we help Martin in this regard?

Thanks for the detailed question, Martin. We, at Drone U certainly have a lot to offer to Canadian drone pilots as well. In today's show, we share some interesting details about our different drone training. Broadly, Drone U provides two kinds of training: Online and In-Person.

Our online drone training consists of 34 different courses focusing on all the crucial aspects of a drone business. Whereas, our in-person training, taught by experienced instructors with real-world experience are offered all over the United States.

In today's show, listeners will learn about our training ideology which results in unmatched learning and retention. Further, we reveal why we prefer to use DJI Phantom 4 over the Mavic 2 Pro for our in-person training. But this does not mean that we do not train Mavic pilots. We encourage Martin to check out our comprehensive Mavic Don't Crash Course.

So, does Drone U plan on offering drone training in Canada? Tune in to learn about our plans. Thanks for the great question, Martin. Fly Safe!

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How to film sporting events during TFR's without breaking any drone laws

Today's question is about filming sporting events during existing TFR's. How can drone pilots navigate legal complexities and get the necessary permission to fly?

Our caller, Phil has come with a great question that many of you must be wondering about. Phil was recently contacted by a client to film a football stadium during an active NFL game. The opportunity to capture the skyline and a fully-lit NFL stadium is certainly an exciting opportunity. But, with a TFR in place, how can Phil get the necessary permission to fly?

To answer Phil's question, we reference Vic's article, "How Being Prepared Allowed Me to Photograph a NFL Stadium". In this must-read article, Vic shares how he managed to photograph the magnificent Bronco Stadium during an active NFL game. Vic shares how being organized allowed him to deal with the stadium security as well as the FBI.

If you are planning on shooting a sporting event, this is a show that you MUST tune in to. Thanks for the great question, Phil. Fly Safe!

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[01:03] Today's question is about filming sporting events during TFR's

[01:33] Is it very difficult to get permission to shoot during a TFR? Should you wait till a TFR has been lifted?

[02:07] Can a drone pilot film a live event without the organizer's permission?

[03:59] Do we need a system to allow drone pilots to fly within a TFR?

[06:48] How did Vic manage to photograph an NFL stadium when a game was in progress? Check out Vic's article to learn how

[07:41] How being organized help Vic deal with the FBI

[08:37] Do you need permission from the NFL AND the FAA to film a game?

[09:40] What is the FAA's ideology for dealing with Part 107 pilots seeking permission to film during a TFR?

[13:53] What information should drone pilots provide to event organizers to get the necessary permission to film?

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