Summertime at the shore. For some, there’s nothing quite like it. If you’re planning on a beach vacation, here are a few things to keep in mind before launching your drone in a watery environment.
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Five Things to Ask Before Hiring a Drone Pilot for Your Project
Hiring a drone pilot sounds easy, but make sure to take these five factors into consideration before you sign that contract. 1. Are your pilots licensed with clearance in this airspace? 2. Do you have insurance? 3. What is your…
Emmy winner!!
We are very proud of out very own Mike Sobola for winning his 3rd Emmy for the following piece: Congratulations to Mike, well deserved!!!
Droning for Dollars: Five Ways to Set Yourself Apart
As of March, 2020, there were nearly 172,000 licensed Commercial Drone Pilots in the U.S. That means to be effective, you have to somehow cut through all the online noise and worthless chaff to get your message out and in…
Your Drone in Construction: Building Blocks for Success
When I flew my first construction job four years ago, the initial flights were relatively simple. A flat location with no buildings and endless line of sight made the weekly missions quick and easy. But, as the building progressed, sightlines…
Apollo 11, Moon Dust and You: Regular Preventive Maintenance for Your Drone
Launch of Apollo 11 When Apollo 11 blasted off sending the first man to walk the moon, NASA and the astronauts were prepared for just about everything. Yet, with all the planning and forethought, they never imagined what a menace…
CDC Guidelines, Drones and Construction: COVID-19
Virtual Meeting? Bring the Site to You! Regular drone missions can help bring your site to you. With Corona Virus uncertainty increasing, many companies are starting to apply the CDC Guidelines of “Social Distancing” to regular progress meetings and briefings. …
Making Money with your Drone in Construction: Here’s What to Offer
Aerial drone data can deliver valuable insights during every phase, from preconstruction bids to site handoff. With up to 30% of the cost of construction wasted in the field due to coordination errors, wasted material, and rework, your drone can…
Making Money with your Drone in Construction: Finding Clients
In my last article, we talked about what you’ll need to start making money with your drone in construction. With that out of the way, you’ll need a few clients to help pay for all that gear. Here’s a few…
Drone Pilots – A discussion about tools
Drone Pilots – A discussion about tools. Mike Sobola and Luisa Winters have a candid conversation about wat tools they take with them while in the field.