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RTK Drone | Can you Capture More Accurate Data?
Does a RTK Drone on the Market Calculate Camera Sensor Position, and Is High Accuracy Possible Without RTK? Today's question is about using a RTK drone for generating greater accuracy. Can you create accurate survey grade maps with non RTK drones as well? Our caller, Ken from NJ has come up with
The FAA Releases Proposed Rules for Flight over People, Night Ops and Much More
In today's show we discuss FAA's NPRM which might make flight over people and night operations possible. FAA just released a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) which can affect drone operations in a big way. These proposed rules reveal that FAA is planning on doing away with waivers for flying over
CES 2019 – Drone Insights, Yuneec H520 RTK, Autel Evo, Waterproof Spry Drone
Which were some of the most exciting drone launches at CES 2019? Join us as we deep dive into the drone space at CES 2019. Yuneec showcases an RTK drone with a thermal dual camera, Autel showcases the Geo fence free Evo. Swell Pro shows off the waterproof Spry. Join us for our
What Are the Rules for Flying Your Drone near a Train?
Today's question is about flying your drone near a train. Can you get into trouble for doing so? And can a flying drone distract the driver and cause a derailment? Our caller, Houston Brown, has come up up a unique question today. He wishes to fly near a train in order to grab some cool shots. Does the
Is It Worth Buying the DJI Zenmuse Z30?
Today's question is about the DJI Zenmuse Z30. Is it worthwhile shelling out nearly 10 grand for the Zenmuse Z30? Our caller, Joe, is wondering if it is worth spending the extra moolah after the Z30? In order to answer Joe's question, we discuss
Drone News – Severn Bridge Drone Incident, Government Shutdown, Mavic 2 Improvements, CES 2019 and More by Ask Drone U
We kickstart this week's drone news by talking about yet another drone incident in UK. Learn how the Severn Bridge running between England and Wales was shut down due to a drone operator. We also share how the Government shutdown is affecting Part 107 registrations and other FAA services in a big way. In
Can You Fly Higher in a LAANC Area with Elevation Variance?
In today's show, we discuss some tips and tricks for getting around altitude limitations in a LAANC area. Our caller, Houston, is planning on flying in a LAANC area with lot of elevation variance. Can he fly
Am I Limited to 99 Waypoints on My Phantom 4 Pro?
Today's show is about the maximum number of waypoints on your Phantom 4 Pro. Are you really limited to 99 waypoints? Our caller, David, from Boston, is facing a rather unique issue with his Phantom 4 Pro. He is unable to go beyond 99 waypoints. Is David facing this issue because of his drone or mapping
Expert Tips for Achieving Survey Grade Accuracy in Drone Mapping
In today's show you will learn the correct workflow for achieving survey grade accuracy in drone mapping. Our caller, Josh from UK needs to map really large tracts of land ranging from 1 acres to 5 acres. What steps does Josh need to take in order to create a really accurate drone map/model? We kickstart
Drone News – Gatwick Airport Crane, Indonesia Drone SAR, New Matrice Series from DJI and More!
"Alleged" drone sightings at Gatwick, Reasons behind the Aeromexico flight crash, New Matrice M200 and M210 and Drones for Good Today we showcase that last weeks news of a drone spotted at Gatwick airport ended up being a crane. We also explore some of the findings from the Aeromexico flight and
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