Flying a drone in Canada comes with its fair share of rules. For starters, you need a certificate to even fly a drone weighing more than 250g anywhere in the country. Now before you go complaining about how strict it is in Canada, it’s important to understand that these rules are in p

Variety is the spice of life, which is why you’re still to this point weighing your online drone school options. You came across Altitude University’s website the other day and your interest is certainly piqued. Is this online drone school worth it? Altitude University is certain

Fisheye?  With drones?  What is it and how do I get rid of it?  Those might be some questions one new to photography might ask themselves, and very rightly so. Thankfully it is not as bad as it initially sounds.  So then, what is fisheye and how can you remove the bar

I have been flying drones for business purposes for 6 years now. When I first had the idea of a drone business, I did a lot of research. I wanted to learn the different platforms, the business opportunities, and the legal requirements and rules. I earned my Part 107 certificate before

For the past 2 years or so, air travel to many places around the globe has had a giant question mark looming over it, as the world continues to battle with the pandemic and the variants that oftentimes develop. Despite this, travel has increased over the past few months, and even though

Often, rainfall tends to spoil a perfect day out, especially if you plan to take great aerial shots and videos with your drone. Aside from getting wet, there’s also a high risk of spoiling your drone because of the rain. But, sometimes changing plans is not an option, and you can&r

Due to your busy schedule, you’ve decided that enrolling in an online drone school is the best choice for you. After reading our series of drone school reviews, you’ve narrowed it down to several options, one of which is Drone Pro Academy. Is this drone school a good one?

The functionality of a drone depends on the condition of its parts. If the parts are in good shape, then the drone will have a smooth flight. One of the most important parts of a drone is its motors. Drone motors can be prone to overheating even with conservative flying. However, drone moto

Nothing brings a drone operator down quicker (pun intended) than bad weather and drone error codes.  We wait until it gets better with the weather, eventually, although our highly anticipated day of flying is ruined.  However, drone error codes can be more than simply waiting out

Watching or operating a drone is amazing. But, have you ever wondered how it takes off and balances in the air? Well, it’s not magic, it’s physics! So, how do drone propellers work? A drone’s propellers are essential to keeping a drone in the air. These spinning blad

The complete beginner’s guide to drone photography Turn the drone on.  Turn on the RC.  Launch.  Snap a photo.  Done!   Sounds easy, doesn’t it?  I thought so when I first got into the hobby of flying drones.  However, if yo

The Autel EVO 2 Pro drone is a very powerful drone with many features, but it does have a few drawbacks that I have found while using it. Despite the issues I have experienced, the Autel EVO 2 Pro is still a great drone that I would recommend to anyone looking for a foldable drone with a 20

If you’re a dog owner that would like to get into drones, you may be wondering how your dog will react to the sight and sound of a drone. Here are a few things to consider. The temperament and past experiences of any given dog will determine how it reacts to the sound of a drone. S

We’ve all seen those incredible photos from seemingly impossible perspectives. And if you’ve ever wondered ‘how on earth do I do that?’, well the answer is simple – drones. Drones have been able to surpass what seemed possible in the world of photography and ta

You’ve read our extensive reviews on Drone Pilot Ground School and Pilot Institute, but you’re not sure if you’re interested in either of those online drone schools. Instead, you’ve been seriously contemplating joining Drone Launch Academy, but you haven’t yet. Is

The DJI Assistant 2 is one of the best drone apps. If you’re looking for a way to manage your flight data, then it’s worth checking out. This app comes with many feature boosts that make it a better choice to handle your drone than the limited DJI GO 4. With Assistant 2, you

The skies were blue, there was no wind to speak of, the sun was shining. Just a great day for flying. The building you decided to capture is glowing with the sun’s radiance on its glass and the shot is perfect. Then, then it happened! A stray wind has made it around the building and n

For over a year, Mini 2 users have been waiting for DJI to include their drone in the software development kit (SDK). Adding drones to it enables creators to include this aircraft in their applications. Even days before DJI published the newly updated SDK on their website, some apps already

Flying a drone safely and legally in Canada is a very rewarding experience, but the journey to get to your Transport Canada Advanced Operations Certificate can seem a little daunting. I know because I went through the process right when the pilot licensing process came out in 2019 and, l

One of the more highly anticipated announcements in the drone world would have to be the compatibility between the ever-popular DJI Mini 2 and the DJI Smart Controller.  This compatibility offers even more flexible solutions, especially for owners of multiple drones that already own Sm