In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is back with Erik Petersen and joined by our special guest Jason Schappert from RemotePilot101.com. We talk what it takes to get your UAS certification from the FAA and what things to look for when you are studying for the test. Take some time to check out RemotePilot101.com as a great resource for you to use to study for your test now and in the future as you take your re certification test. Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYodaFollow @epweet

In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is joined by Erik Petersen who is a Microsoft Software Engineer that is also a pilot that is deeply active in the aerospace community. We talk about rules and things you need to know before you fly and places you can go to help you get that information. The Facebook group Erik helps admin to help folks with Part 107 or 333 exemptions (the pinned doc is a goldmine): https://www.facebook.com/groups/faapart107/ PNW Drone Squad Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/777298572359447/ Where to fly (FAA): https://www.faa.gov/uas/where_to_fly/ Deleting your registration and applying for a $5 refund: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/registration_deletion/ Where to find notices, e.g. GPS interference testing: https://www.faasafety.gov/SPANS/notices_public.aspx Washington State Parks and drones: http://parks.state.wa.us/209/Filming-Photography-Permits http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=352-32-130 http://parks.state.wa.us/DocumentCenter/View/9380 Various city ordinances: http://mrsc.org/Home/Explore-Topics/Legal/Regulation/Nuisances-Regulation-and-Abatement/Dangerous-Activities-or-Conditions.aspx Online charts and plotting: https://skyvector.com/ Complete guide to the Taylor v Faa lawsuit and ruling: https://jrupprechtlaw.com/drone-registration-lawsuit My favorite online instructor (and all around nice guy), Jason Schappert. You might know him from Flying Wild Alaska, he was Arial's instructor. Here is his part 107 course: https://remotepilot101.com/ Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYodaFollow @epweet

In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is joined by Peter Provost who is a Microsoft PM that is also a MultiGP chapter organizer in Colorado. Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda

In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is joined by Bob as he walks through the process for upgrading a RaceFlight quadcopter. We even hover it in the studio. :) Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda

In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is joined by Larry the lead for the Channel 9 and we talk about how the Mavic drone has changed the way they use drones as part of filming at Channel 9. Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda

In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is joined by Pete from DroneSquad to talk about the RaceTracker and how it integrates with Drones Squad. Links: DroneSquad Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda

In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is joined by Ashish and Shital from MS Research to talk about AirSim. Links: AirSim Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda

In this episode, chapter lead Jacob is joined by Wai and Elvan the hosts of the FPV Podcast. Links: The guys at the FPV Podcast have some giveaways going on and and event you should all know about. Go check them out: The AnnoucementYouTube - youtu.be/E0Jnc9Nl84UInstagram - www.instagram.com/p/BP6YA3UBsry/Facebook -www.facebook.com/groups/fpvpodcast/ Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda

The Drones Garage team had the awesome opportunity to go to GE2.live and do coverage for the drone racing event and this show is Day 2. More coverage and interviews with Pilots and Vendors that were at the event. GE2.live was held at the WAMU theater in Seattle, WA. It wasn't just drones but so much more. Go check out the site and prepare to be there next year. The Drones Garage Show, a showcase produced by the Drones Chapter of the Microsoft Garage. Our goal is to create a community of people excited about drones and their possibilities. We will explore many aspects of working with drones including FPV racing, aerial photography, and programming. Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda

The Drones Garage team had the awesome opportunity to go to GE2.live and do coverage for the drone racing event and this show is Day 1. Rory and Nanda did the hosting work for me on day one and I want to thank them so much for that. Massive amount of interviews from pilots that were at the event. GE2.live was held at the WAMU theater in Seattle, WA. It wasn't just drones but so much more. Go check out the site and prepare to be there next year. The Drones Garage Show, a showcase produced by the Drones Chapter of the Microsoft Garage. Our goal is to create a community of people excited about drones and their possibilities. We will explore many aspects of working with drones including FPV racing, aerial photography, and programming. Contact Us: Via #DronesGarageFollow @Go4itYoda