Drones aren’t mere toys anymore. As of 2019, there are 1.3 million drones registered with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), piloted by federally-certified pilots. There are millions of additional hobbyist drones, which are unlicensed and fall under the safety protocols of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA). When pilots ignore … Read more
Many people who are fans of drones today, don’t really have a background in RC aircraft as a whole. This makes perfect sense, since drones have made piloting remote aircraft much more accessible compared to the rather steep learning curve of RC helicopters. So there’s a good chance you’ve never … Read more
This topic generally sparks a hot and heated debate where no one is left with any “real” answers. To own a drone there are certain laws you must abide by in order to have and fly it. The Federal Aviation Administration holds all authority over the United States airspace and … Read more
Why do some drones seem to suddenly fly off into the sunset never to be seen again? Drone ‘flyaways’ are a topic of much debate. Whether you fear a ‘flyaway’, a loss of signal or an out-of-sight crash landing, losing your drone can be an expensive affair. Luckily, there are … Read more
You’ve got your new shiny drone, and are excited to try it out. Whether you’re an expert or a novice, sometimes flying a drone can be tricky, especially when obstacles are in the way. If you’re ever faced with the dreaded stuck in a tree scenario, don’t panic. There are … Read more
Drones, which were once a reserve of the military, are now redefining precision agriculture. The number of farmers adopting the use of drones in their farms is growing steadily. Drones offer them a low-cost aerial camera platform. This way farmers can cost-effectively monitor their crops. Drones are used to capture … Read more
Drone technology has been advancing greatly over the past few years. Technology that was once only available to military personnel is now available in the civilian market at competitive pricing options. The construction industry is usually somewhat adverse to new technology. However, drone technology has been quickly adopted by many businesses … Read more
Drone use in the US is increasing, and not everyone is loving it. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expects the sale of UAVs to hit 7 million by the year 2020. This growing use of drones is drawing attention on the safety and privacy concerns. There is also a question of … Read more