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On today’s episode, Paul from Montana asks how he can legally fly his drone near all of the beautiful designated areas his region has to offer.  We talk about getting permission to fly your drone, specifically near National Forests and State Parks.  Thanks Paul! Fly safe!

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Today's question is about flying in designated places

Learn about the laws pertaining to flying drones in State Parks and state wilderness areas

Do you need a permit to fly your drone in a State Park?

Which states have a ban against flying drones in State Parks?

Is it okay to fly your drone in a designated place like a State Park if there is no related information listed on the State Park website ?

Do I need a permit to fly my drone commercially in the Montana State Park?

On today’s episode, we take a question from John.  A drone entrepreneur working in New Mexico, John wants to know how to price out travel expenses when working with clients out of town.  We talk about pricing your drone services while staying competitive with local pilots.  Fly safe!

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Today's question is about charging travel expenses when flying your drone for out-of-town clients

Learn about the different pricing strategies that you can employ as a drone pilot

What are the factors that you need to consider when deciding on your pricing strategy as a drone pilot?

Learn to negotiate travel expenses when flying your drone for out-of-town clients

Always remember to use federal rate per mileage when charging travel expenses to out-of-town clients

Thanks to Darren in New York for today’s question.  He asks about the legal outcome of crashing on private property, specifically when you've taken off in a public area.  We talk about the National Park Service’s regulations, loopholes and using the Drone Pilot Field Kit to familiarize yourself with drone laws.  Fly safe!

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Today's question is about crash landing in a national park and it's legal ramifications

Paul answers today's question and states the regulations that will apply in case a drone pilot makes a crash landing in a national park

What is a drone pilot supposed to do in an emergency as per Part 107? Can he or she ignore all FAA regulations?

Is there a chance that your drone will be confiscated if you make an emergency landing in national park space?

How should you ideally react if you made an emergency landing in national park space and are confronted by National Park Service?

Why should the National Park Service consider a permitting process to allow people to fly drones inside national parks?

Today's question comes from Jonathan, a drone pilot and aspiring advocate working in Yonkers.  He wants to know if it is legal to fly his drone over a group of people if he has their consent.  We talk about the FAA’s regulations around flying over crowds and discuss how obtaining a waiver can allow you to do so.

Additionally, Paul reads a short passage from page 274 of our Drone Pilot Field Kit:
"The term 'directly participating' refers to specific personnel that the remote pilot in command has deemed to be involved with the flight operation of the small unmanned aircraft. These include the remote pilot in command, the person manipulating the controls of the small UAS (if other than the remote pilot in command), and the visual observer. These personnel also include any person who is necessary for the safety of the small UAS flight operation. For example, if a small UAS operation employs a person whose duties are to maintain a perimeter to ensure that other people do not enter the area of operation, that person would be considered a direct participant in the flight operation of the small UAS. Anyone else would not be considered a direct participant in the small UAS operation."  Fly safe everyone!

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Today's question is about whether it is legal to fly over people if you have their consent

Discussing the legalities and FAA regulations around flying over crowds

What do various organizations such as NBAA, State Farm Bureaus, American Insurance association, and FLIR systems feel about the regulations surrounding flying UAS over consenting crowds or people?

Defining the term "directly participating" as laid out in the Drone Pilot Field kit

Does the FAA consider consent as a mitigation of risk to allow drone operations over people?

What does the FAA say about flying your drone over stationary cars?

Can you fly your drone over your people if you have a waiver?

Daniel in Rochester, NY calls in to ask if his FAA authorization is transferable to another pilot, as long as he’s on site.  We answer his question and talk about how a membership with DroneU can make sharing FAA authorizations easier.  For more info about obtaining airspace authorization, click here.  Thanks for the question, Daniel!  Fly safe!

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Today's topic is about whether FAA authorizations and waivers can be shared or transferred to another pilot

Paul answers today's question

Caveats for sharing or transferring FAA authorizations and waivers

What is a precondition to validate a FAA authorization and waiver?

How can being a Drone U member help you share airspace authorizations?

Today on Ask Drone U, Mike from Ohio asks if the iPad is the best tablet for drone pilots who have a DJI Phantom 4 Pro.  We talk about choosing the right iPad, DJI screens and optimizing your monitor for aerial photography.  Thanks for the question, Mike!  Fly safe!  

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Today's question is about whether the iPad is the best tablet to fly your DJI Phantom 4 Pro

Understanding the pros and cons of using the iPad to fly your done

Why is the DJI large screen the best option for your drone?

Is the iPad the best tablet for your drone? Maybe not. Find out what Paul has to say.

Which are the best phones to fly your drone?

Why should you always clear your phone and switch to airplane mode when flying your drone?

Why should you avoid going for firmware upgrades offered by the DJI GoApp?

How will a DJI GoApp affect your drone startup time and settings?

Why should you avoid using the iPad to fly your drone?

Tips for using your iPad to fly your drone

In which instance would a drone pilot need the cellular version of the iPad?

Why is it advisable for mappers to get the cellular version of the iPad to fly a drone?

Today we have a question from Jeff, a recent part 107 recipient who wants to know if he’s required to follow part 107 rules when flying for fun.  We talk about flying drones near airports, MPTOMs and flying commercially versus flying as a hobbyist.  Fly safe!

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Today's topic is about whether Part 107 rules apply to drone pilots when flying for fun

Paul provides clarity regarding the permissibility of flying as a hobbyist for Part 107 license holders

What does Part 107 say about flying under hobby rules?

Is it wise to be flying your drone under MPTOM?

As a hobbyist, can you fly your drone within five miles of an airport?

Thanks to Kyle for today's question.  He asks if racing drones are worth the investment for drone entrepreneurs.  We talk about the value of FPV drone skills and whether or not they're the right equipment for drone businesses.  Fly safe!

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Today's question is about whether FPV drones are the right choice for aerial photography

Paul explains why it is not a good idea to shoot cinematic videos using an FPV drone

Can you hone your flying skills if you fly your FPV drone without your goggles?

Does being a FAA certified airline pilot prepare you to fly a drone?

Thanks to Bernabe, a DroneU member working in Iowa, for today’s question.  To promote his drone business, Bernabe wants to offer his drone services to a local parade.  He asks whether or not it is safe to fly alongside the parade to get drone footage.  While the short answer is “No,” we talk about FAA waivers, authorizations and creative alternatives to flying drones in unsafe conditions.  Fly safe!

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Today's question is about the legal permissibility of flying multiple drones alongside a parade to capture footage

Rob answers today's question

Can a person fly multiple drones at the same time?

What does FAA say about flying over people in 14 CFR 107?

How do FAA inspectors interpret regulations pertaining to flying drones over people?

Is it wise to fly your drone alongside a parade to capture footage?

What are some creative alternatives for shooting a parade with a drone?

Today on AskDronU, we answer a call from Joe, a drone pilot working in North Carolina.  Joe wants drone footage of a stadium for his demo reel and wants to know if flying over empty arenas is legal or ethical.  We talk about the FAA regulations around flying drones in public places, photographer’s rights and the Drone Pilot Field Kit.

Thanks to Joe for the great question!  Fly safe everyone!

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Today's question is about the legal implications and ethical considerations of flying your drone over empty stadiums and arenas

Paul answers today's question and attempts to provide clarity regarding regulations governing flying drones over empty stadiums and arenas

What does the law say regarding filming people from your drone in a public place?

Learn all about photographer's rights by accessing the Drone Pilot Field Kit at dronepilotfieldkit.com

Why is the Drone Pilot Field Kit such an invaluable resource?

What does the law say about taking off or landing a drone in a National Park regulated territory?