Ask Drone U

How do I ascertain if a drone school is the right fit for me?

Today's question is about drone training instructors & drone schools. How do you vet a drone training instructor, and ascertain that he is qualified enough to teach you the nuances of drone flying?

Our caller, Sebastian from Charlotte, North Carolina, has come up with a great question today. Recently, a drone community that Sebastian was a part of started offering drone training programs. As far as he is aware, the "drone instructors" teaching the program have little to no flying experience and are just looking to cash in on an excellent business opportunity. So, how can Sebastian determine with certainty that a drone training school is qualified to teach and that his money does not go down the drain?

Sebastian has highlighted a growing problem that is plaguing the drone industry today. As drone usage grows by leaps by bounds, a large number of dubious training schools and instructors have jumped into the fray. But, with no governing body authorized to qualify drone schools and instructors, how can you, as a pilot, determine if a particular school is a right fit for you?

We also talk a bit about our training approach at Drone U and reveal our rigorous procedure for onboarding new instructors. Tune in if you wish to get a detailed insight into the drone training industry. Thanks for the great question, Sebastian. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

[04:13] Today's question is about drone training schools and instructors

[08:10] Are there any "Qualified Drone instructors"?

[09:09] How do you vet a drone instructor?

[09:53] What information can you get from a pilot's flight logs?

[11:09] Should all qualified drone instructors have real-world experience?

[11:55] Learn how our Flight Mastery course has been designed, and how it can help you

[12:11] What is the process of onboarding a Drone U instructo...

Step by Step instructions for getting airspace authorization to fly in zero grid airspace

Today's question is about flying in zero grid airspace. What is the best and fastest way of getting airspace authorization to operate in this airspace?

Our caller, Chris from North Carolina has come up with a great question about flying in zero grid airspace.

For those who are unaware, UASFM maps are divided into red and green grids. Each grid shows a number ranging from 0 to 400. This number depicts your flying ceiling. In this show, we reveal how you can get airspace authorization to fly in this "Zero Grid" airspace. We also make nuanced recommendations that will significantly increase your chances of getting airspace authorization.

Should you use one of the LAANC Apps for your airspace authorization? And, how do you expedite the airspace authorization process? Tune in to discover the answers to these and many more commonly asked questions. Thanks for the great question, Chris. Fly Safe!

Check out our past video for step by step instructions on how to unlock a red zone on your DJI drone.

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Timestamps

[01:50] How can taking the Drone U Flight Mastery course help you lower your drone insurance cost?

[02:19] Learn about our forthcoming Drone Mapping Classes

[04:09] Today's question is about flying in "0 feet" airspace

[07:38] FAADroneZone vs. LAANC Apps - which is the better option for getting airspace authorization?

[09:07] Drone U Recommend LAANC App

[10:03] How do you increase your chances of getting authorization?

[10:44] Should you hire a VO to fly in a 0 grid area

[11:13] How do I unlock a red zone on a DJI drone?

[13:20] Typically, how long does it take to get your airspace authorization?

[14:14] What is the likelihood of being denied airspace authorization?

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Understanding Photogrammetry Concepts for Professional Drone mapping

In today's show, you will learn some essential photogrammetry concepts that will help you build good-looking and lifelike drone maps and models.

Our caller, Jerry from Seattle, has a question about UAV photogrammetry for mapping and modeling. Can a poor understanding of photogrammetry affect your ability to build professional looking drone maps and models? If yes, what are the recommended camera settings for professional drone mappers?

To answer this two-part question put forth by Jerry, we first reveal that you cannot control the exposure triangle in certain drone mapping software. In this segment of the show, we discuss Maps Made Easy, Pix4D Capture, and Litchi App. Next, we share some practical ways of overcoming these limitations.

Why should you avoid shooting in auto-exposure? What is the best weather for drone mapping? And, why should you AVOID using linear rolling shutters, ND filter and UV filters in drone mapping?

For all this and much more, tune in to our latest show now. Thanks for the great question, Jerry. Fly Safe!

If you are unclear about the basics of the exposure triangle, you must check out Vic's course where we discuss the three pillars of photography - ISO, aperture, and shutter speed in great detail.

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Timestamps

[04:02] Today's question is about photogrammetry concepts that can help you improve your drone mapping deliverable

[05:40] Which are the three different kinds of drone mapping software?

[06:11] Can you control your exposure triangle with Maps Made Easy and Pix4D Capture?

[06:38] Why are the Drone U landing pads orange & blue and not black and white?

[07:04] Important Considerations for building accurate drone maps

[08:08] Which is the only application which allows you to control ISO, aperture and shutter speed?

Interview with NTSB's Bill English

Bill English has been at the forefront of drone technology utilization for years. As the lead investigator of the NTSB, he has had to find creative solutions to document and investigate aviation accidents.  Bill helps us understand how drones are saving his investigators time and money, and he helps the industry understand that drone mapping isn't just for accident investigators.  This show will help drone pilots further understand where drone mapping is helping, where it is going and how advanced waivers like BVLOS can aid in those operations further. Don't miss today's show.

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Timestamps

[00:23] Paul welcomes Bill English from the NTSB to the show

[01:03] Paul and Bill reveal some exciting details about the forthcoming NTSB drone mapping class

[02:05] Why is it so difficult to map an aircraft?

[03:08] How can attending the NTSB drone mapping class help you?

[05:00] How is the NTSB leveraging drone technology?

[06:34] What are some challenges of running a successful drone business?

[07:35] NTSB uses these drones for accident reconstruction.

[09:00] Should you substitute the Phantom 4 Pro with Phantom 4 RTK for drone mapping?

[09:50] Is the NTSB using thermal drones for accident investigation?

[11:10] How does an Extended BVLOS waiver differ from a BVLOS waiver?

[12:42] Workflow for locating accident debris using drones equipped with EO sensors

[13:55] Does a BVLOS waiver result in workflow efficiencies?

[16:27] What are some potential uses of drones in the future?

[17:38] Bill explains how modeling and animation software, Unity 3D is being used to simulate aircraft crashes and bring about greater safety

[19:05] How can you join the NTSB drone mapping class?

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Drones for Emergency Response

Today's show is about using drones for emergency and natural disaster situations. How can you, as a drone pilot ensure that maximum people can benefit from your services?

Our caller, Brad from Florida, wishes to volunteer his drone services for emergency and natural disaster situations. However, he is not sure how exactly he can go about doing this. How can Brad connect with the right authorities and ensure that maximum people benefit from his drone services?

We are glad that Brad is making efforts to go through the correct chain of command. Inexperienced drone pilots who show up uninvited often end up hindering relief efforts and doing more harm than good. In this show, we reveal how Brad can resort to content marketing and investigative work to meet his end goal. Thanks for the great question, Brad. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

[03:51] Today's question is about using drones in emergency and natural disaster situations

[05:00] Will you end up doing more harm then good if you have do not go through a proper chain of command?

[05:58] How to use content marketing to connect with the right authorities

[07:35] Some more tips for establishing contact with authorities in charge of emergency response

[09:27] Is it more beneficial to use local drone pilots for search and rescue and disaster response?

[10:12] Importance of factoring in the long term consequences of your actions thinking through your actions

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How to get Part 137 certificate, hardware and software requirements for using drones in agriculture

Today, Philip Shaner joins the show to discuss how his company, PnC Max Enterprises, is serving small ranches and farms with their agricultural drones.

The process to spray crops with agricultural drones is quite intensive. Companies must acquire a Part 137 certificate to use drones to spray any fluid. How hard was it for Phillip to obtain the 137 certificate? Why do you need a Part 107 certificate even after getting a Part 137 certificate? Philip walks us through the entire certification process.

Next, Philip reveals the best agricultural drones. Is DJI dominating the agricultural drone market as well? Are there any good non-DJI options? Apart from hardware, listeners will also learn how using DJI Terra has made Philip's workflow easier.

So, what benefits are farmers getting by using this service? And, how can drone pilots effectively market their services to a tough and cost-sensitive market like farming? This and so much more on this week's episode of Ask Drone U.

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Timestamps

[00:23] Paul introduces Philip Shaner from PnC Max Enterprises to listeners

[01:15] Is the agricultural drone business lucrative?

[01:55] Which agricultural drones is Philip currently using?

[02:32] How to create hyper-accurate drone maps of agricultural fields

[03:25] Philip explains why mapping with a Phantom 4 Pro is significantly cheaper

[04:31] End uses of drones in agriculture

[05:05] Are spraying drones being used for residential properties?

[05:42] Using drones to get rid of mesquites

[06:18] Philip shares how using DJI Terra has made his mapping workflow easier

[07:13] How to get a Part 137 certification for spraying crops with drones

[08:20] Do need a Part 107 certificate even though you have a Part 137 certification?

[09:13] Should you hire an aviation lawyer for getting a Part 107 waiver?

New Skydio R2 drone to challenge DJI's prominence in the market, San Pablo Police Department buys US-1 drones by Impossible Aerospace, Drone U partners with Skywatch Insurance, Drone Delivery business takes off in North Carolina

Our biggest drone news story this week is about the new Skydio drone. After the success of Skydio R1, the American manufacturer is going all out to manufacture the new Skydio drone A.K.A. Skydio R2. Expectations for this new drone are quite high and some industry analysts believe that this new drone could challenge DJI's flagship brands like Mavic and Phantom. So far, market leader DJI has successfully managed to outmaneuver all possible competition (think GoPro's Karma and 3DR Solo). But the ongoing US-China trade wars and the $150 million corporate fraud at DJI has certainly leveled the playing field. So, will the new Skydio drone live up it to the hype and alter the industry status quo? We reveal the rumored Skydio R2 release date in this segment of the show.

Our second story for today is about the current lack of availability for DJI drones. We have already discussed DJI's intention to discontinue the Phantom brand on past shows. As of now, popular drones like the Spark, Mavic Air, and even the Mavic 2 Pro are unavailable on the DJI online store. If you wish to purchase these drones from the online store, you can do so by purchasing a drone + controller combo. What is the reason behind this lack of availability? Is DJI ramping up its production lines for a new model?

Our next drone news story is about the Impossible US-1 drone. The San Pablo Police Department has purchased three US-1 drones to help them out in surveillance and other police work. The US-1 drone, designed by a former Tesla engineer comes with a battery-centric design. Because a whole set of batteries are bundled together, this drone can stay up in the air for as long as two hours. But, are there any potential downsides to this US-1 drone? And, does Impossible Aerospace have any plans for the mainstream consumer drone market?

Next, we have some exciting news to share. Drone U has partnered with Skywatch Insurance, the on-demand drone insurance provider. Under this new arrangement, anyone who takes the Drone U Flight Mastery course can avail an instant discount on their Skywatch Drone Insurance policy. Clearly, the risk of a drone crash will significantly decrease as you acquire more skills and become a safer pilot. This new partnership is great news for drone pilots as they can recoup some portion of their training investment instantly.

Other topics covered in this show include drone deliveries in North Carolina and a proposed city ordinance to restrict hobby drones in Prairie Village, Kansas.

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How to Fly a Drone in Areas of Interference (5G Interference Included)

Today's question is about flying drones in areas of heavy interference. Is it possible to accurately detect 5G interference and ensure safe drone flight?

5G networks are already here. And more are coming. Our caller for today, Tristan, wishes to scan his sites for any 5G interference before setting flight. What is the best and most accurate way to do so?

To answer today's question, we share our own experiences of flying in areas with heavy interference. Listeners will learn about the various visible (and invisible) source of interference that can completely saturate frequency and possibly result in a drone crash. What are some tips and tricks for safely flying your drone in areas of heavy interference? Is it possible to detect interference before you set flight? And, how can you mitigate this risk of financial loss?

For all this and much more, tune in to our latest show now. Thanks for the great question, Tristan. Fly Safe!

Drone U Recommend Spectrometer for detecting 5G interference: RF Explorer G6 combo. This spectrometer works in all popular frequency bands - 15MHz-2.7GHz and 4.85GHz-6.1GHz

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Timestamps

[01:07] Our sponsor for today is the Drone U Flight Mastery course

[03:28] Today's question is about flying in areas of heavy interference

[04:55] Should drone pilots use a spectrometer for detecting interference?

[05:20] Can you crash your drone due to heavy interference? Is there any way to mitigate this risk of financial loss?

[07:04] What are some causes of interference?

[07:41] Which spectrometer can you use to detect 5G interference?

[08:16] Can you use your DJI remote to detect interference?

[08:59] Will switching to Atti mode in areas of heavy interference help you?

[10:20] Can you fly the M210 enterprise dual in Atti mode?

[10:36] We reveal some more sources of magnetic interference

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Drone Search and Rescue - Standard Training and Operating Procedures

Today's question is about using drone search and rescue. How can you train and adequately prepare a drone pilot to fly a successful SAR mission?

Our caller, Casey is working on implementing a drone search-and-rescue program. For critical missions like these, you must use properly trained drone pilots who will get the job done. So, how can Casey vet a drone pilot and determine if he is ready to fly a SAR mission?

Inexperienced and/or poorly trained drone pilots flying a search and rescue mission can even result in loss of life. In this show, we reveal how Casey can establish standard training and operating procedures for flying a successful SAR mission. You will learn why total flying hours is not truly indicative of a drone pilot's ability to fly such complex missions. Thanks for the great question, Casey. Fly Safe!

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!

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In-Person Mapping Class in Denver, CO - https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/denver_mapping_2019

Timestamps

[01:02] Today's question is about using drone search and rescue

[02:05] Is flying hours an accurate indicator of a pilot's ability to fly a drone search and rescue mission?

[03:19] How an unsystematic approach can result in an unsuccessful search and rescue effort

[05:34] How to determine if a drone pilot is suitable for flying a drone search and rescue mission

[08:31] Should you ask an inexperienced drone pilot to conduct a search and rescue if you have no other alternative

[14:47] Watch out for our forthcoming search and rescue class

SD Cards for Secure Drone Data Storage

Today we reveal how you can buy and use SD cards to ensure safe drone data storage.

Our caller, Ron from South Texas, has come up with an interesting question about SD Cards. For an ongoing mission, how do you ensure that that your SD card has not gone bad and data is being captured?

To help Ron out, Paul reveals a great hack for ensuring that data is being captured in Pix4DCapture. We also share some excellent tips and best practices for buying and using SD cards. If you are worried about losing your data, this is a show you do not want to miss. Thanks for the great question, Ron. Fly Safe!

For more detailed insights on these topics, check out our blog post, "Do SD Cards Go Bad? How Do I Prevent This?"

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In-Person Mapping Class in Denver, CO - https://thedroneu.clickfunnels.com/denver_mapping_2019

Timestamps

[01:13] Paul shares some interesting details about the recently concluded NY mapping class, and reveals why Drone U mapping classes are head and shoulders above the rest

[05:42] Today's question is about SD Cards for drone data storage

[06:54] How do you check your data in Pix4DCapture?

[08:07] Can you lose your data if you use an incorrect SD card?

[10:10] Should you backup all your drone footage on SD cards?

[10:53] How long do SD Cards typically last?

[11:24] Why you should avoid buying SD cards from a resaler

[13:29] How to make correct file storage settings on your DJI drone so that you do not lose your data

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