Today's question is about drone cameras with good zoom capabilities. Which zoom camera should you buy - the Zenmuse Z3, the X5 or the pricey Z30?

Our caller, Michael is going forth with his drone business. And he has come up with a great follow up question. In this episode, we discuss zoom cameras. Is the Zenmuse Z3 a good alternative? What about the X5? Is the high price of the Zenmuse Z30 justified? Tune in and learn about camera capabilities, costs and the drones that fly them. Fly Safe!

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Today's question is about drone cameras with the best zoom capabilities

Is the Inspire 1 with the Z3 camera a good alternative? How much does it cost?

Is the X5 camera a good zoom camera? Which drones can fly the X5 camera?

Discussing the capabilities and cost of the Z30 camera. Which drone do you need to fly this camera?

Today's question is about starting your own drone business. Do you need a formal education to start your own drone business? Is it possible to make money from drones without any formal degree?

Our caller has come up with a question that has Rob and Paul all fired up. Michael works in the construction industry and plans on starting his own drone business. Michael's boss, however, just told him that he cannot start a drone business without a formal education. Do you really need a formal degree to make money from drones? How should Michel react to his boss's advice? Tune in to find out what Rob and Paul have to say about this. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Today's question is about setting up your drone business; do you need a formal education to make money from drones?

We answer today's question

What do you need to do in order to get make money from drones?

Are there any drone jobs which you cannot take up without a formal education?

What should be Michael's approach? How should he deal with his boss?

Today's question is about flying over people. Can you fly over people if you are inside? Is it really difficult to fly inside?

Our caller is wondering if flying over people is legally permissible if you are inside. What are some of the safety measures that you should observe? What happened when folks were literally flying over the FAA's head at the recent AUVSI conference? Tune in to find out. We thank our caller for the question. Fly safe!

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Today's question is about flying over people

How can you fly over people if you are inside?

What are the various safeguards that you should have in place if you were flying inside?

Paul talks about the recent AUVSI conference where folks were flying drones over FAA officials

Today's question is about the Yuneec H520. Can you shoot great photos and videos with this drone? Is the Yuneec H520 a good drone for 3D mapping?

Our caller has just given his Part 107 and is planning on becoming a drone entrepreneur. He is wondering if he can use the Yuneec H520 for photography and videography. How does the Yuneec H520 compare to DJI's Phantom 4 Pro? Are there any significant hardware issues that you need to be aware of?

What about sensor build and quality? Learn why the presence of a linear rolling shutter on the Yuneec is such a disadvantage for 3D mappers. We thank our caller for the well articulated question. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Today's question is about the Yuneec H520

Why is the Yuneec remote so difficult to use?

Can you shoot RAW video on the Yuneec H520?

Is it possible to get great video footage with the Yuneec H520?

Is the Yuneec H520 good for mapping?

How does the Phantom 4 Pro compare with the Yuneec H520? We discuss point density and overall quality of data

Learn how sensor build and quality has a big effect on your data output; we compare linear rolling shutter to global shutter

Discussing remote overheating issues for the Yuneec H520

Is your data more secure on the Yuneec H520?

What are some reasons for using Intel's Falcon 8 plus for critical infrastructure mapping?

Today's question is about gaining traction for your new drone business. How do you get your small business off the ground? Once you get your drone and Part 107, what are you going to do next?

Our caller, Terry is facing a dilemma which is common among small business owners. Terry has gotten his Phantom 4 Pro and is working on his Part 107. And is confused about what to do next. How can he organize his thoughts?

To get your small business off the ground, it is important to figure out your "why" and then your "how". You will also learn some great Tips and Tricks for working "on" your small business rather than "in" your small business. Tune in now. Thanks to the caller for the question. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Today's question is about kick-starting your drone business

Rob talks about the importance of figure out your "why"

Paul talks about the importance of planning and organizing your thoughts

Discussing the importance of working "on" your business rather than "in" your business

Paul recommends, "Traction" for those wanting to kick-start their business

Today's question is about using a hydrogen fuel cell in an industrial drone. Is it economically and logistically feasible to use hydrogen fuel cells in your drone?

Ken from NJ has come up with a great question today. He is researching the use of hydrogen fuel cells in drones. Is it really viable to use a hydrogen fuel cell in your drone? How do you refuel a hydrogen fuel cell? Do current regulations permit the shipping of gas containers? Tune in to find out if it is really possible to use this alternative source of energy. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Paul shares details about the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in

Today's question is about using hydrogen fuel cell technology to power an industrial drone

What are the regulations with regards to shipping gas containers?

Is it feasible to ship gas containers?

Are there professional companies who specialize in gas transportation?

Paul's wedding day has finally arrived! On this very special day, you will hear Rob (married for 27 years) and McKeyla (married for 15 years) give out some great marriage advice to Paul.

Many congratulations to Sarah and Paul! You do not want to miss this fun filled episode. Tune in now.

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Today's question is about starting your drone business for less than $1,000. Can you build a successful small business for less than $1,000?

Our caller, Joshua wants to set up his own successful small business. But he has a problem. He just has a grand to spare. Which drone can he buy with this limited budget? And, which are the drone jobs that he should be going after? Should he start off with real estate jobs? Or, should he aim for UAV mapping jobs? Tune in to find out. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Paul shares details for the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in

Today's question is about setting up your drone business; can you set up a successful small business for less than $1,000?

Can you buy a good drone with just $1,000

Should new entrants in the drone industry start off with real estate jobs? Or, can they consider UAV mapping jobs?

Today's question is about 3D mapping. Do you need to introduce multiple orbits for making an accurate 3D model with your drone? How can you map overhanging structures? What makes Phantom 4 Pro the best drone for UAV mapping?

In our 800th episode, we suggest ways via which you can excel in 3D mapping with your drone. Do you need to introduce multiple orbits while mapping a complex structure? Learn how you can deal with this increased complexity in 3D mapping. We also discuss how you can get survey grade data using photogrammetry.

Next, we talk about the best drones and cameras for UAV mapping. How does the Phantom 4 Pro compare to the Yuneec H520 for UAV mapping? Learn why global shutters can help you achieve greater accuracy in 3D mapping. You will also receive some great tips for processing your data. Can you process vertical image captures with other ones? Tune in to find out. We thank Simon from Norway for the question. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Paul thanks all Drone U sponsors

Today's question is about improving accuracy in 3D drone mapping and modeling

What is the minimum number of orbits that you need to make in 3D mapping? Do you need more orbits while mapping a complex structure?

Expert tips for building accurate 3D maps when you are introducing multiple orbits

Can you get survey grade data with photogrammetry?

Which is the best drone for UAV mapping ? We compare the Phantom 4 Pro and Yuneec H 520

Learn how the focal length on your camera affects the ground sampling distance

Does a global shutter in the Phantom 4 render it better for UAV mapping? We discuss how a linear rolling shutter in the Yuneec H520 affects mapping results

Paul urges everyone to check out the Pix4D podcast

Learn why vertical capture in the Ground Station Pro is far better than Site Scan's Perimeter scan

Can you merge vertical image capture with other ones?

Which are the best drone cameras for mapping overhanging structures? We discuss why you are better off using the X4S and X5 over the X7

Some common mistakes that UAV pilots make with manual tie points

Today's question is about drones for filming football games. Can you film a football game without flying over people? Which is the best drone and camera to record football games?

Our caller wishes to use his drone for filming football. Can he do so without flouting any FAA drone laws? We also discuss why using the Inspire 1 along with the Z3 camera to record football games is a smart move. Tune in to this fun and informative episode. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

We share details of the forthcoming Drone U Fly-in

Today's question is about using drones for filming football

Tips and tricks for using a drone for filming football without flying over people

Why should you use the Inspire 1 with the Z3 camera to record football games?

Is there any way you can fly your drone over people?