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Is it easy to get wide area authorizations? Who should you reach out and how to plan your pricing for projects that require wide area authorizations? On Today's podcast, we discuss all about obtaining wide area authorizations and the steps involved for getting these approvals. Today's question is from Ryan, who would like to know the best ways for seeking authorizations for an area that Ryan is looking to fly in. Standard FAA maps shows the area requiring heavy approvals and authorizations to be in place and Ryan would like to know what would be the best way to address this. Thanks for the question, Ryan. In response to today's question, we start off discussing the traditional approval approach for flying in heavily regulated airspace and that has been done through LAANC. We discuss some of the limitations of LAANC and share ways to obtain wide area authorizations. we discuss in detail about our experience getting these approvals in the past and the ways that we used to seek authorizations. We share tips and tricks to getting and making contacts for these authorizations and the challenges involved. We also discuss other aspects of getting and flying under these authorizations and specifically on pricing as authorizations are know to be time consuming and requiring persistent efforts to build relations and obtain approvals. We discuss the amount of fee to be charged and if they need to be a flat fee or % based. Tune in to this resourceful and detail filled podcast if you are looking to obtain a wide area authorization. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [00:58] What are the ways to fly in controlled airspace and the use of LAANC [02:42] Using Apps that don't sell your data [04:44] Today's question on how to go about obtaining authorisation around military bases and wide area authorisations. [07:33] How we worked with officials responsible for UAS operations around military base [10:56] Tips while seeking wide area authorizations [13:40] How can pilots plan their quote when navigating wide area authorisations and should you build it in your project [18:26] Should pilots charge a flat fee or a percent of their job for working on getting wide area authorizations for their clients?

Welcome to Elevating Drone Life, the podcast for drone professionals !! We are super excited to announce the launch of Elevating Drone Life, our new podcast show hosted by PJ Kirkpatrick, Director of Operations, Drone U. Elevating Drone Life is a podcast for drone professionals by drone professionals. It is a podcast that takes you on a journey through the exciting and ever-evolving world of drone technology. Each week, we'll be speaking with professionals from all walks of the drone industry, Drone U Elite Instructors and members to learn about their experiences, insights, and tips for success. We'll explore the latest trends in drone technology, dive into real-world applications, and uncover the unique challenges and opportunities facing today's drone pilots. On our show today, we talk to Jonathan Hartland, from innovative mind behind Skybird Drone Services based in Houston, Texas. Jon has been part of our mapping bootcamps and experience training programs and is winning projects in the drone industry through his innovative approach and better client managing skills. Jon elaborates on his experience and gear and talks about his approach about acquiring clients and projects. Jon's speaks of innovative approach of becoming a consultant for clients rather than just being a salesperson while meeting and discussing with client and Jon's approach to project discussion. In this detail packed episode we also discuss other aspects of drone industry and construction projects such as accuracy issues, sales cycle and DroneDeploy. Tune in to this show as we explore the fascinating world of drone technology and discover the amazing insights from Jonathan in the drone industry. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:53] Jonathan's experience at the Drone U Experience training [02:33] Jonathan speaks about his current and ongoing projects and his equipment [05:00] Understanding client's needs today and the mix of production and marketing requirements [06:53] Educating the client about drone capabilities and Jonathan's workflow for getting projects and being a salesperson vs consultant [14:03] Dealing with accuracy questions from clients [20:08] Jonathan shares his sales cycle for projects [24:45] Jonathan's focus and niche in the drone industry and how Jon is able to support his clients [25:55] Jon's take on DroneDeploy and improvement opportunities for using DroneDeploy [29:00] Advice from Jon on running a successful drone business and ways to connect with Jon

Is the DJI ban relevant for drone pilots? What are the exemptions in place for the DJI ban? On today's episode we discuss about the bill on banning non-American drones aka DJI drones? We discuss the still relevant topic of the bill introduced to effectively ban DJI drones. We start off the podcast discussing what the bill is all about and if the ban impacts drone operations on US soil. We also discuss what are the exemptions that are in place for the ban and if you should worry if you are a federal employee flying a DJI drone. We then discuss the nuances of how pilots can navigate or better handle the way they use DJI drones. and how agencies can figure if drone pilots are using non-American drones. Tune in to this short podcast on understand the bill on banning DJI drones and how you as a pilot can take actions to ensure the drone industry at large continues to benefit from drones !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:22] Performing updates on the Phantom - Tips for the Phantom owners [02:23] Today's question on whether pilots should replace P4P [04:41] Understanding the use of a drone for right application [06:00] Are the phantoms still relevant today? And are Mavics relevant? [09:17] What are remote drones and their applications? [13:01] Understanding the ability to problem solve and deliver to client expectations

What is Drone Soccer? How can you get involved? What are the advantages to the program? On today's special episode, we host Kyle Sanders, CoFounder of Crew Concept and discuss everything about Drone Soccer program, a drone program that is quickly becoming a very prominent part of child/youth education. We the recent success of Drone Soccer program at the AUVSI conference which had hundreds of visitors every hour, we invited Kyle Sanders to AskDroneU podcast to discuss about Drone Soccer, what the program meant for the future of drone industry, education and the many advantages the sport brings. We start off our podcast discussing about the origins of the sport and how Drone Soccer made its way to US and how the sport has been catching the attention of schools and children. We discuss the leagues and levels in the sport, the infrastructure and the rules of the sport including the many skills that children need to master as they go about participating and competing internationally in the sport. We also discuss the benefits of the sport for participating institutions that includes funding, jobs and more and the requirements for institutions to participate and promote the course. We touch upon the benefits for children and how the sport is bringing multitude of life skills for children. Tune in today to know more about Drone Soccer program, its benefits, and the many advantages it brings to all participants in the sport !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [00:58] Drone Soccer at the AUVSI conference [01:44] Drone Soccer origins and its prominence in the drone industry [02:25] What is the team sport of Drone Soccer? What are the advantages for children who participate in Drone Soccer? [08:50] What are the different leagues in Drone Soccer and the skills required for participating in Drone Soccer? [12:47] What are the advantages for institutions and students that promote Drone Soccer? - funding, publicity, jobs and more [18:41] How can schools get involved in Drone Soccer? [21:02] What are the costs involved in getting started with Drone Soccer? [23:04] What are the measurable impact for kids?

Is the Phantom 4P still relevant today? What are the best alternatives to the P4P? On today's episode we discuss about navigating new drones and keeping and using old and reliable drones such as the Phantom 4P. Our question is from Scott, who runs a drone business since 2017 and uses the P4P as his main drone and a Mavic Pro as backup. Scott would like to know if he should look at using other drones as his main drone and what would be the best drone as he looks to update his drones. Thanks for the question, Scott, today's question is something we have been asked and heard quite often and that is what drone to use and how to effectively use your budget to ensure you always have the best equipment. We discuss our answer to Scott's question by discussing how pilots need to look at the drones and their applications in today's drone market. Manufacturers today have increasing built drones for specific applications and keeping this aspect in mind helps pilots better understand drones and ensures they purchase the right equipment for their need. We then discuss if the Phantoms are still relevant today and this helps pilots understand if they can still purchase the Phantoms and where they can use it and if the Phantoms are best suited for various offerings. We are sure the Phantoms are probably the best in the business and we discuss how pilots can explore other drones if they do not have a Phantom. We also touch upon remote drone use and how these are newer projects that are being carried out by drone pilots. Lastly we discuss how pilots can be successful by better understanding client requirements and delivering to client expectations and how problem solving and working towards client success is an effective strategy to be successful in the drone industry. Tune in today to know more about drones, their applications, understand primary and secondary drones and being successful in the drone business !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:22] Performing updates on the Phantom - Tips for the Phantom owners [02:23] Today's question on whether pilots should replace P4P [04:41] Understanding the use of a drone for right application [06:00] Are the phantoms still relevant today? And are Mavics relevant? [09:17] What are remote drones and their applications? [13:01] Understanding the ability to problem solve and deliver to client expectations

How should pilots go about getting insurance? What are the options available to reduce the different liabilities? On today's episode we discuss about liabilities and drone insurance and the many options and their benefits available to drone pilots. Today's question is from Jill, Drone U member and valuable contributor to the Drone U community. Jill would like to know about drone insurance options, the providers in the business, the different options in drone insurance and what are the best ways drone pilots can make best decisions when getting drone insurance. Thanks for the question, Jill. In today's episode we discuss about the companies in the US that provide drone insurance and the options available to pilots. We discuss common providers and what features are offered by these companies. We touch upon the fact the largest and possibly the most common provider of drone insurance and if additional options to pilots actually helps pilots/industry. We then discuss into the types of insurance available and if pilots are better off purchasing an annual insurance vs a daily or per flight insurance and why this is so. We then discuss options such as blanket policy for drone insurance, hull insurance and if pilots need a general insurance for their drone business and equipment. Tune in today to know more about drone insurance and how drone pilots can reduce their liabilities while running their drone business !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:03] Is there a monopoly for Drone Insurance? [03:32] Today's question on insurance and liability, prices, companies [04:48] How many companies are involved in Drone Insurance? [06:25] Should pilots go per flight or daily or annual insurance options? What are the benefits? [12:58] Is there a blanket policy for all drones? Learn about hull insurance [15:33] Should pilots have a general insurance policy? What other liabilities should pilots cover?

What can pilots achieve using Cinewhoop drones? How do pilots get better at FPV flights? Today’s episode is also brought to you by Colorado Drone Chargers, specialists who offer drone charging systems that charge multiple batteries and a flight controller at the same time, offering the fastest, and most efficient drone charging solutions on the market. On today's episode we discuss about using Cinewhoop drones and how pilots used to flying regular drone missions with DJI can fly and achieve with Cinewhoop drones. Today's question is from Justin who is looking to pivot from regular drone flights and looking to explore what opportunities he can pursue using FPV and Cinewhoop drones. Justin would like to know more about handling and managing the dizziness associated with first time FPV flights. Thank you for the question, Justin. We get started discussing the aspect of pilots feeling dizzy when getting started with FPV and switching from regular drone flights to FPV flights. We elaborate on how pilots can get accustomed to FPV flights and the tips and tricks to managing FPV flights and the use of FPV goggles including the challenges in managing orientation. We then discuss about jobs available for pilots who fly Cinewhoop drones. We talk about opportunities and how pilots can pursue high paying jobs in the drone industry. We talk what are the best ways for drone pilots to get accustomed to FPV flights, train and practice FPV with DJI Avata and ways to manage and control Cinewhoop controls and flights while also discussing regulations, airspace and limitations. Click HERE to watch Drone U's Cinewhoop video for the Isotopes Click HERE for the behind the scenes for our Cinewhoop videos Tune in today to know more about FPV flights using Cinewhoop, jobs and getting better at FPV flights !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:32] the current situation with drone delivery in US [04:39] Discussion on how pilots can carryout Cinewhoop missions [06:48] What jobs make the most for drone pilots? [09:50] Today's question on cinewhoop and using FPV goggles [12:01] What can pilots used to flying DJI expect when using Cinewhoop drones? [19:41] What kind of work is available for pilots who fly Cinewhoop drones?

Can equipment be confiscated on cruises? Are there any regulations or laws that allows parties to confiscate? On today's episode we discuss about travelling with drones on cruise and how pilots can avoid getting their equipment from being confiscated. Today's question is from Craig who had his drone confiscated on a recent cruise and wants to know how pilots can travel with drones. Thank you for the question, Craig. While it has been discussed at length in public forums and also on our podcast on travelling with drone in airline, there is some learning for pilots that travel with a drone on cruise. Pilots risk getting their drones confiscated and on today's podcast we discuss what are the options available to pilots to carry their drones on cruises. We discuss the rules and laws that are applicable on cruises and how guests waive some of their important rights when they signed the dotted lines on cruise agreements. Terms and Conditions in cruise agreements allow cruise authorities to conduct matters differently from how laws are structured inland and hence decisions by cruise authorities are largely binding on all guests. We talk about past incidents and events on cruises and highlight important factors to be considered when travelling on cruises and also how pilots can avoid getting their equipment confiscated in general and what options pilots have in the event of confiscations. Tune in today to know more about travelling on cruises with your drones and how you can stay clear of any inconvenience !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [03:09] Today's question on carrying drones on a cruise [05:47] How do the laws of the US differ from the T&C signed by you [06:41] Theft and crime on cruise ships [07:55] Are there ways to avoid getting your drone confiscated while on a cruise? [10:03] Important factors to consider while travelling on a cruise [11:03] How to avoid getting your equipment from confiscation everywhere else?

How to effectively use checkpoints? How can pilots ensure the accuracy of checkpoints? Today’s episode is also brought to you by Colorado Drone Chargers, specialists who offer drone charging systems that charge multiple batteries and a flight controller at the same time, offering the fastest, and most efficient drone charging solutions on the market. On today's episode we discuss about checkpoints and their use in drone missions. There has been ample discussions on GCP in the industry and also on our podcasts but today's question, from Martin, is on checkpoints. Martin would like to know how to effectively use checkpoints. On today's episode we discuss what checkpoints do for your missions, why pilots use them and we detail into how checkpoints can be used effectively. We talk about natural references, accuracy in mapping and how the latest versions of mapping software can assist pilots in effective use of checkpoints. Tune in today to know more about this effective tool for excellent mapping results !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:52] Today's question on GCPs and checkpoints [04:31] What do checkpoints do against GCPs and dealing with accuracy [07:51] How to use checkpoints effectively [09:42] Using softwares for GCP and Checkpoints measurements [12:11] Understanding your environment while taking measurements

What are the best ways to get started in the drone industry. Best jobs to pursue? Today’s episode is also brought to you by Colorado Drone Chargers, specialists who offer drone charging systems that charge multiple batteries and a flight controller at the same time, offering the fastest, and most efficient drone charging solutions on the market. On today's episode we discuss the best drone to upgrade from the Mini SE. Out question for today is from Levi who has amazed us with his use of the Mini SE and would like to know what is a good drone that he can upgrade to. Thank you for the question Levi. We discuss whats special and unique about using small drones and talk about the benefits of using a small drone in today's drone industry. We also share DJIs take on small drones and third party applications as DJI drones are now released on to the market with their own controller. We then delve into what are the best drones currently available in the market for mapping and why you should get them while also discussing the M30T vs M3T debate. Tune in today if you're looking to upgrade your drone in 2024 !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [03:02] Today's question on what's a good upgrade from the Mini SE [05:25] What is commendable about using a small drone [06:22] What are the benefits of some of the new smaller drones [06:42] DJIs stand on using third party apps [08:47] What is the best drone currently available for 3D modelling and mapping [09:15] M30T vs M3T - Why should you prefer the M30T over M3T [12:43] A summary of sensible drones you can upgrade to