If you’re just starting out as a professional drone pilot, it can be overwhelming to undertake the task of starting up a drone business from scratch. For newly licensed drone pilots, the obvious question is, what’s the next step in earning some money with your drone. So what abo

A wide range of businesses around the world rely on land surveys to evaluate plots of land in great detail. From construction companies to civil engineers and cartographers to archaeologists, this process is essential for determining distances and angles between various points on land. 

There’s a big buzz these days about the recently published ruling from the FAA on the requirement for drones to have remote ID. Whether or not you agree with the new rule, it’s been finalized, published, and takes effect soon (but not immediately).  What is Remote ID? Re

If you’ve got a Mavic, Mavic 2, or really any drone with a decent 4K camera, I’m here to share an insider trick to a fast and easy way to make some fairly passive income. A little bit of work upfront, and you can start making an easy couple hundred bucks or more every few months

The drone services market is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years. If you’re thinking about starting a new business, the way to go is to choose a business that includes technology- like the drone. There is no better time to start a drone inspection business than right no

One of the most commonly asked questions for someone looking to buy a drone is whether they will need a license to fly it, and second, will they need to register it. The answer depends on where you live, and the way you plan to use the drone. If you’re getting a drone, read on to see

With drones being surrounded by so much hype over the past few years, plenty of people have begun dabbling with this great hobby. But, successfully operating a drone can be more complex than it might seem at first, and new drone pilots can encounter various issues and frustrations while try

There’s nothing more frustrating than spotting a perfect angle for a drone shot, getting it lined up just, almost, right… and the low battery light starts flashing. You just got it up there, and barely had a chance to look around, so how could the battery already be running out

It’s hard work getting to be a professional drone pilot. But if you’ve recently passed your Part 107 test and are now a licensed drone pilot, the next step to getting up and running as a professional is to start selling your drone services. Before you can present your business t

You’ve heard the term thrown around the drone community all the time, so what exactly is Part 107, who needs to know, and how do you get it? Here we answer all the questions you might have about Part 107, or send you to the resources you need for more help. What is Part 107?

Whether you’re a recreational drone flyer looking to improve your flight skills, or an aspiring professional drone pilot, there’s always more to learn about drones and how to make them work for us. There are tons of training resources available to help drone pilots improve their

There are many reasons to fly a drone after the sun has set, and not least of all that it’s simply exhilarating. But the question is whether it’s both safe and legal to do so. With different regulations for recreational flyers and commercial drone pilots, there’s some conf

Drones have become commonplace in our skies and neighborhoods, and it seems they let anyone fly one these days. Even my six-year-old daughter has gotten the itch to fly her toy drone any chance she gets. But before you tear the packaging off your new drone and get it up in the air, take a c

How far a drone can fly from the controller while still maintaining a viable signal is called the drone’s range. Each model of drone has an advertised flight range, which may or may not play out in real life situations, but gives a pretty good idea as to what you can expect. But the p

Purchasing drone insurance might seem like an unnecessary cost if you’re just a hobbyist. But even though drones are relatively safe when flown with care and caution, there is still a certain level of risk associated with the operation of a drone. There are quite a few things that cou

Traveling with your drone is easy and can get you some really unique aerial photography opportunities. But not all travel destinations with your drone are equally easy or drone friendly. If you’re traveling to Dubai hoping to get some great shots with your drone, you may want to think

You’re about to click the buy button on a new DJI drone, and you want to know if it’s worth it to add on the DJI Care Refresh option. Any sort of insurance coverage that you buy is purchased with the hope that you’ll never need to use it, but then you’re glad that yo

When you’re just getting started with drones, there are so many of all types to consider, and it may seem daunting to pick one that fits your budget and that promises to perform well. If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering whether shelling out a little bit more

With a major wildfire season just behind us, I guess I’ve been paying more attention than usual to the causes of wildfires, so I got to wondering if drones could cause fires. A little bit of research revealed some surprising answers! Drones have the potential to start wildfires in

It can be tempting to try to get in just a bit more flight time with your drone, even though you see that massive thunderhead rolling in, and hear the ominous rumblings beginning. After all, your drone has a decent weather-proof rating, and what are the chances that you or your drone will g