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September 7, 2017

6 Things You Must Do When Starting a Drone Aerial Photography Business

Advances in UAV (unmanned aerial vehicles also known as drones) technology means that drones are now more accessible, more affordable and more hi-tech than ever before. This has inevitably lead to a new type of photography – drone aerial photography. Drone photography allows for shots that would be impossible for most photographers to pull off just a few decades ago. A business in aerial photography using drones is a marvelous opportunity, especially since many real estate and construction firms are using drones for inspections, and also to map buildings and structures in order to create in-depth 3D maps. As with every up-and-coming businesses, many will not make it due to lack of knowledge of potential quagmires. Here are six excellent advice that all drone photographers wish they knew from the beginning. Get Certified It is crucial that you take a flight safety class and also to get certified. In addition, you must observe an experienced drone pilot, that way you can pick up important tricks, tips, and techniques. It is important that you learn all the controls and how to use them. In addition, you should follow safety protocols and regulations so as not to get involved with local law […]
September 6, 2017

The Use Drones for Inspections

For many years, drones have been seen as a military technology, which is used to gather military intelligence and even deploy missiles. But in recent years, we have come to realize the potentials drones have when it comes to the commercial application. Drones, which are flying vehicles controlled remotely, are effective tools for building inspections. If you are in real estate or a contractor, you may want to use drones to inspect structures. For that, you will need a professional UAV/drone service provider r a drone pilot. Finding a Good UAV Pilot for the Inspection Hiring the right drone pilot is crucial if you want inspections to be done quickly and effectively. If you want a top-notch UAV pilot, here are a few things to look out for. Is the drone pilot insured? The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Section 333 Exemption obliges pilots operating a UAV for commercial purposes to have insurance. Before you hire a drone to provide building inspection services, ensure he or she shows you a proof of insurance. Is the pilot have building inspection experience? Since the drones’ job is to inspect buildings and structure, the pilot has to be skilled at navigating close to building […]
September 6, 2017

Aerial Photography Using Drones Explained

Although the military has been using drones for decades now, its widespread use for commercial and amateur purposes is quite recent.Aerial photography is one activity that drones have made more accessible. Let us start with the basics. What is a drone? A drone is simply an unmanned flying vehicle (drone) which is either controlled remotely or self-piloted with the help of an onboard computer. Most drones you can acquire on the market have features that make flying simpler. However mastering aerial photography using drones is a skill that takes hours of practice. Getting Started Know the Laws Before you get your first UAV, make sure you know the laws of your locality. For example in the United States, FAA guidelines specify that all unmanned aerial vehicles should not reach altitudes 400 ft. above ground, and at the same time should not be within 3 miles of an airport. Other jurisdictions do not permit you to fly a drone over someone’s private real property such as homes and yards, or over a group of people. As such flying a drone over someone’s home is a trespassing violation. It is best to be conversant with the laws concerning unmanned aerial vehicles before […]