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Drone News – National Defense Authorization Act to Ban Chinese Drones, Huge Surge in Drone Deliveries Due to COVID, How Archaic Drone Laws are Hurting the Industry
Our biggest story this week is about the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act. This act will ban the use of Chinese drones as well as Chinese-made drone parts for federal use. The passage of this act will not just affect DJI but also other popular manufacturers like Skydio, 3DR
What Should I Do To Get Started in Drone Mapping?
Step-By-Step Workflow for Getting Starting in Drone Mapping Today's question is about drone mapping. How can you learn the nuances of this field and scale up your drone business to another level?
Is There a Unique Way for Federal Employees to Unlock Their DJI Drone?
Today's show is about federal employees who wish to unlock their DJI drones. Our caller for today, Sid has a question about unlocking DJI drones. Specifically, Sid is wondering if DJI has any mechanism that will allow federal
Drone News – Remote ID Set to Roll Out in 2020, NYC Drone Laws Update, Drone Helicopter Crash
Our biggest story this week is about drone remote ID. Regular DU followers might recall that FAA's NPRM attracted more than 50,000 comments from concerned industry stakeholders. However, it seems that the FAA is planning to go ahead with a restrictive
Which is the Best and Most Affordable GPS Solution for Drone Mapping?
Today's question is about the best GPS solutions for drone mapping. Is there an accurate GPS solution that does not burn a hole in your pocket? Our caller for today, Andy is drone mapper who has a question about GCP solutions.
Can I Take Off From a Restricted Area If I Do So From “Mid-Air”?
Our question for today is about flying in restricted airspace. Our caller, Fred has come up with a creative possibility for flying in restrictive airspace. While we know that the law does not permit us to fly in restricted
Why Should I Bother Learning to Fly in Atti Mode At All?
Main Benefits of Flying in Atti Mode Today's show is about flying in Atti mode. When you can away by flying in GPS mode, why should you bother learning to fly in Atti mode at all?
As Per Part 107, Is there a Minimum Age Requirement for a VO (Visual Observer)?
Today's show is about visual observers (VO). Does Part 107 mandate a minimum age for a Visual Observer? Our caller for today, Jay is a Part
Is Prism, the new Commercial Drone Platform by Watts Innovation the DJI Alternative that the Industry Has Been Waiting For?
Today's show is a special one as we are joined by Watts Innovation founder, Bobby Watts. Bobby shares some detailed information about his new commercial drone platform - the Prism, an all-American product that comes with variable propulsions and flexible payloads.
How Can I Use 3D Models to Inspect Rebar Walls?
Drones in Construction | Using 3D Models for Inspecting Rebars Today's question is about using drones in construction. Can you build accurate drone models for inspecting steel rebars?
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