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June 26, 2019 ADU 01000: Will DJI Firmware Updates for the Phantom 4 Stop Rolling Out?
Are DJI Firmware Updates for the Phantom 4 Going Away? How Do I Avoid Firmware Updates If I Don't Want to Upload Them?
Today's question is about DJI firmware updates. Will DJI eventually stop rolling out firmware updates on the Phantom 4? And, how do you AVOID DJI firmware updates altogether?

Our caller, Murph from Massachusetts, owns a Phantom 4 V2. With the future of the Phantom series appearing uncertain at the moment, Murph is wondering if DJI will stop rolling out firmware updates. And if so, how will this affect the Phantom 4's flight performance?

You need to use the best firmware that is free of bugs and gives desired flight performance. Unfortunately, DJI is known to force drone pilots to upload the latest firmware. In this show, you will learn some excellent Tips and Tricks to avoid a forced DJI firmware update. Towards the end of the show, we have some exciting news about the Phantom 4 V2. Thanks for the great question, Murph. Fly safe!

Also, celebrations are in order as Ask Drone U crosses 1,000 shows!!! A HUGE thanks to all our awesome listeners for their continued support.

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Timestamps

Drone U's Vic Moss gets appointed to the Drone Advisory Committee
Today's question is about dealing with DJI firmware updates on your Phantom 4
Is DJI resuming production on the Phantom 4 V2?
How can you stop automatic firmware updates on your drone?

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20 min
June 22, 2019 BONUS: Drone News – DJI News, DJI Spark 2, DJI Rumors, Robomaster, Phantom 4 Pro
DJI News, DJI Rumors, the all-new Robomaster S1, Phantom 4 Pro V2.0, Drone Regulations in Japan and much, much more...
Our biggest drone news story is about the all-new, DJI Robomaster S1. The Robomaster S1, an educational robot, priced at $499 is a ground-based drone that requires self-assembly. The Robomaster S1 is equipped with 6 sensors, has a top speed of 8 mph and can be programmed with Python and Scratch.

Our next big story is about the DJI Spark 2. Earlier we had reported that DJI was planning on launching a new and improved, DJI Spark 2 in July. However, the latest DJI rumors suggest that this release date has been pushed back. After news of the DJI Phantom 5 turned out to be a damp squib, this is certainly another letdown for drone lovers.

In our next drone news story, we talk about drone patents. Drone patents certainly give us an indication of market trends and remind us how some companies continue to dominate the drone industry. According to recently released data, DJI is the biggest filer of patents, by far. In fact, with more than 250 patents filed in 2017-2018 alone, DJI's tally was more than that of Amazon and Google combined.

Other topics discussed include DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 and drone regulations in Japan. Tune in to listen to the latest and most exciting drone news of last week. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Meet the all new DJI Robomaster S1
DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 limited inventory at Australian retailer Camzilla
Japan makes drinking and flying drones illegal
DJI flies 250 drone patents in 2017-2018
DJI rumors - DJI Spark 2 release delayed until further notice
Ask Drone U reaches 1000 shows!
23 min
June 21, 2019 ADU 0998: How to Create Time Lapses and Hyper Lapses with Point Clouds Using Pix4D
Drones in Construction - How to Leverage the Power of Drone Technology for Construction Marketing
In today's show, you will learn how to create a timelapse and hyperlapse using Pix4D. If you are a drone pilot with clients in the construction industry, this is a show you do not want to miss.

This show will be better enjoyed on video. Just scroll down to check it out.

Our caller, Chuck from California, just checked out ADU 0694, "How lucrative is 3D imaging? How much should I charge?". In this show, we talked about the different opportunities for using drones in construction. From progression reports to drone surveying to construction marketing, today drones are being used across the entire project life-cycle. Chuck, in his question today, is specifically asking about construction marketing. What are the different ways via which you can create a timelapse and hyperlapse for a construction project?

Great question, Chuck. To answer this question, Paul fires up Pix4D and explains how you can create a smooth hyperlapse from a point cloud. What are some Tips & Tricks for showcasing a better-looking model? Right from recording video to merging different images in Final Cut Pro, we share the entire workflow in this detailed video. Towards the end, we also share how you can use Litchi for creating a hyperlapse. We hope you enjoy this episode! Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

A Special Thanks to our sponsor, Fortress UAV
Today's question is about creating timelapses and hyperlapses with point clouds using Pix4D
Paul explains the process of creating a timelapse and hyperlapse
How to turn on 3D textured mesh in Pix4D
Tips and Tricks for to showcase a better-looking drone model
Watch and learn how to create a video animation from a point cloud
Typically, how often do you need to record videos while creating a timelapse?
Does Pix4D work with MAC?
What should you set your "duration" to in Pix4D?
Which is the recommended motion for creating a clean looking hyperlapse?
Is it faster to create an animation using "user recorded views"?
41 min
June 19, 2019 ADU 0997: Biggest Challenges of Starting your Own Drone Business
What Are the Biggest Challenges Companies Have When Starting Their Own Drone Business?
In today's show, we discuss some practical ways of overcoming some of the biggest challenges of building a beneficial enterprise-level drone program.

Often, organizations attempt to build enterprise-level drone programs without a well-thought-out strategy. Lousy hiring practices, inadequate training, and wrong drone equipment will result in wastage of both time and money. In this show, we reveal some BEST practices which will help you realize the maximum benefit from your enterprise-level drone program.

Whether you have an established drone program or thinking of starting one, this show has some nuanced information guaranteed to help you out. If you found this show interesting, do not forget to register for our upcoming webinar, "The Biggest Challenges in Starting a Drone Program & How to Solve Them to Scale Your Operations".

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

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Timestamps

Learn about our upcoming "Solar Inspection Class" with Raptor Maps
Today's topic is about creating an enterprise-level drone program
How to create an effective enterprise-level drone program
Five challenges that you need to overcome while building an enterprise-level drone program
Is flying an enterprise level drone vastly different from flying a consumer level drone?
Learn about our exclusive Drone U program for enterprise level customers
Planning to build an enterprise-level drone program? Do not miss our upcoming webinars
How to build a dream team for an enterprise drone program
As a leader, how can you help in team-building efforts?
Can older and seasoned employees learn to fly drones?
Some more hiring tips for organizations that are building an enterprise drone program
Should members of your drone team be solely focused on drone operations?
Agenda for our forthcoming webinar
39 min
June 14, 2019 ADU 0995: Can I Use the Autel Evo for Drone Mapping?
Autel Evo vs. DJI - Which is Best for Drone Mapping

In today's show, we discuss if the Autel Evo is suitable for drone mapping. Tune in to learn the Pros & Cons, and discover if the Autel is a good substitute to traditional mapping drones like DJI and Yuneec.

Our caller, Joe from South Dakota, is happy with his Autel Evo. Joe plans on taking up drone mapping job and is wondering if he can use the Autel Evo for the same. How does Autel Evo compare to mapping drones like the Phantom 4 Pro and DJI Inspire 1?

The Autel Evo is undoubtedly a promising drone that comes with an extremely affordable price tag. If you are a regular ADU listener, you might recall our coverage of CES 2019 where Autel launched a new and improved, geofence-free Evo. While the Evo is a great drone for aerial photography and videography, acquiring and processing drone mapping data is a different ball game altogether.

Is the Evo compatible with drone mapping software like Pix4D and Maps Made Easy? Can professional mappers put the way-point setup on the Evo to good use? And, does the Evo come with a global shutter, a pre-requisite for drone mapping? For all this and much more, tune in to our latest show now. Thanks for the great question, Joe. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

A special thanks to our cool sponsor, Fortress UAV
Today's question is about the Autel Evo
We share our experience with the Autel Evo
Can you map with the Autel Evo?
Paul explains how you can map using the waypoint setup in the Autel Evo
12 min
June 12, 2019 ADU 0994: Hiring a Drone Pilot vs. Building an In-House Drone Program – Which Is the Better Option?
How do I market myself to clients who are contemplating building their own in-house drone programs?

In today's show, we discuss whether it is feasible to build an in-house drone program. As a drone pilot, how can you convince clients that hiring you is the better option?

Our caller, Adrian from Washington, has come up with a great question today. Adrian, who is into drone mapping for the construction industry, has found that more and more clients are setting up in-house drone programs. How can Adrian market his drone services, and ensure that clients don't go that route?

Setting up an in-house drone program is a huge undertaking that requires considerable resources in terms of time, money, and effort. Many organizations realize the complexity of this task only after making some costly mistakes. In this show, we discuss some marketing tips and tricks that Adrian can use to convince his clients to stick with him. Is it cheaper to build an in-house drone program? What sort of liability issues are you opening yourself to by using an in-house drone program?

Apart from learning the nuances of data acquisition and processing, a drone pilot also needs to be aware of essential standard operating procedures. Tune in to discover why hiring an experienced and skilled drone pilot is your best bet. Thanks for the great question, Adrian. 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. Check them out now!

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

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

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Timestamps

Today's question is about marketing yourself and dissuading clients from building their in-house drone programs
Why are so many companies unsuccessful in building in-house drone programs?
Is it wise to train your existing employees to fly drones?
Is it really cheaper for a construction company to build their own drone program?
Marketing Tips and Tricks for drone pilots
How can you vet an employee, and determine if he can learn the nuances of drone flying?
Why are you better off hiring a skilled and experienced drone service provider?
What are some crucial skills and habits of a successful drone pilot?
24 min
June 10, 2019 ADU 0993: How to Renew Your FAA Part 107 License
Today's question is about FAA Part 107 license renewal. If you have questions about clearing your Part 107 recurrent knowledge test, check out this show now!

Our caller, Joe from Nebraska, has come up with a question that many of you must be wondering about. Joe's Part 107 certificate is nearing its 24-month expiration date. With no clear instructions provided on the FAA website, Joe is understandably confused about the Part 107 license renewal process. Also, with no expiration date listed on his Part 107 license, Joe is wondering if he should bother going for his Part 107 license renewal at all.

If you have good study material to refer to, Part 107 license renewal can be a simple and straight-forward process. At Drone U, we have a Comprehensive Part 107 online course taught by FAA Certified Flight Instructor, Ted. How long should you study for your Part 107 recurrent knowledge test? What is the structure of the test? And, will you receive any documentation from the FAA once you clear the Part 107 recurrent knowledge test?

You can also check out our blog posts, "Drone Pilot License Guide, A Step-by-Step Guide to FAA Part 107 Certificate" and "How to Register for and Pass Your Part 107 Recency Exam" for further information on this topic. Thanks for the great question, Joe. 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. 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.

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Timestamps

Today's question is about Part 107 license renewal
What is the process for giving your Part 107 recurrent knowledge test?
Check out our comprehensive "Drone Pilot License Guide"
Should you go for Part 107 license renewal?
What is the structure of the Part 107 recurrent knowledge test?
How can Drone U help you prepare for Part 107 recurrent knowledge test
15 min
June 07, 2019 BONUS: Drone News – 2019 FAA UAS Symposium, Drone Delivery, Drone Safety, UAST, Remote ID
Live from 2019 FAA UAS Symposium | Google Drone Delivery, FAA's Efforts to Enhance Drone Safety, Implementation of Remote ID, the Industry-Government Body, UAST, and much much more...
In today's Drone News Show, Paul and Haye team up to bring the latest and most exciting news from the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium.

The main topic for this News show is drone safety. The FAA has announced a slew of measures for increasing airspace safety. From educational measures like the "Drone Safety Awareness Week" to the industry-government body, UAST (Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team), the FAA is focused on addressing security concerns that have been plaguing the drone industry. Shortly, hobby and commercial pilots will be required to pass a new knowledge and safety test as well. Will these measures fulfill the dual objective of mass drone adoption and greater airspace safety?

In other drone news, Amazon made a big splash at the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium as it shared some exciting details about its drone delivery program. After Google's Wing Aviation, Amazon is likely to be the second company to foray into drone deliveries. According to industry speculations, up to 80% of all Amazon deliveries could be ultimately made by drones. But with Remote ID yet to be implemented, it remains to be seen when drone deliveries set flight.

Other topics discussed include the FAA's efforts to improve its media outreach and details about UAST (Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team). Tune in our latest and extraordinary show 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 seven days! Use Promo Code “DroneU” to get 25% off. 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.

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Timestamps

How can you follow the latest news coming out from the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium?
FAA announces "Drone Safety Awareness Week"
What is the new knowledge and safety test for hobby and commercial pilots that everyone is talking about?
Will we see the launch of Remote ID anytime soon?
Amazon provides some interesting specifics about its drone delivery program
Who is the UAST? What is their objective?
How is the FAA proactively reaching out to the UAS community?
16 min
June 06, 2019 ADU 0991: Necessary Steps for Mass Drone Adoption and Safer Skies
Interview with DJI's Brendan Schulman @ the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium| What Steps is DJI taking to Ensure Mass Drone Adoption and Safer Skies?
In our second show from the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium, Drone U Chief Pilot, Paul Aitken interviews DJI's Brendan Schulman to discuss how the industry leader is working to ensure safer skies and greater drone adoption.

Recently DJI released a whitepaper titled "Elevating Safety" which describes 10 key steps for improved airspace safety. Some of the recommended measures include using ADS-B receivers and Remote ID, increased enforcements and mandatory Geofencing. It is admirable that DJI, being the industry leader, is taking the initiative in this matter. However, implementation of these safety measures is a challenge that raises several concerns as well.

For instance, while Remote ID might address the issue of security, how do we ensure that the DSP's privacy is not compromised?
DJI's newest drones are equipped with AirSense, a system that allows drones to receive ADS-B signals from other aircraft. While this system is intended to warn pilots about potential hazards, will it also interfere with the ability of manned aircraft to communicate with one another?
We also discuss the advantages and pitfalls of DJI's renewed Geofencing system, GEO V2.0. Sure, this system prevents irresponsible pilots from flying in high-risk locations. But, shouldn't we allow responsible and qualified pilots to fly drones that are free of Geofencing?
As far as enforcements are concerned, while a lax approach certainly does not suffice, empowered authorities might hurt the growth of this nascent industry. How do we strike this rather fine balance?

If you wish to gain perspective on the most important issues at the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium, tune in to this very special show 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. 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.

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27 min
June 05, 2019 ADU 0990: Live from the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium | FAA’s Take on Enforcement’s and Illegal Drone Operations
Interview with FAA's Kevin Morris | 2019 FAA UAS Symposium
Live from the 2019 FAA Symposium, we interview FAA's Kevin Morris to discuss how to report illegal drone pilots, FAA's enforcement policies, and why education is the best way to create safer airspace.

Joining us from the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium, Paul interviews FAA's Kevin Morris to discuss FAA's latest UAS policies. We have discussed in the past how illegal drone activities are causing much strife to the industry. Should you report such illegal activity to the FSDO? Are FAA likely to enforce any action at all against illegal drone operations? In this show, Kevin shares how FAA is adapting its approach to engage with the drone industry in a far better way. Tune in now to this very special edition of Ask Drone U!

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Timestamps

Paul welcomes Kevin Morris from FAA
How do you deal with a drone pilot who is flying illegally?
What is the best way to report illegal drone operations to the FSDO?
How is FAA engaging with the drone community?
Are we likely to see stronger FAA enforcement in future?
Is education the best way to create safer airspace?
Importance of building good working relationships with government officials
19 min

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