Drones have become increasingly popular in recent years and are used for a wide range of applications, including photography, videography, agriculture, search and rescue operations, and even package delivery. If you're considering purchasing your first drone, it's essential to do your research to ensure you select the right drone for your needs.
The Best Part 107 Drone Pilot Training App: 107ProPilot
The wait is over! The 107ProPilot App is live on the App Store for iOS and the Google Play Store for Android. 107ProPilot, from ProAerial Media, offers the only fully video-based training series in a dedicated app, to prepare you for the FAA’s Part 107 Exam. Keep reading to learn about PAM’s latest training offering and how you can start preparing to be a Professional Part 107 Drone Pilot.
Professional Drone Pilot Training At Your Fingertips
Drones — they’re pretty sweet. If you find yourself considering a career change or even looking to make your first career move, becoming a Commercial Drone Pilot may be on your shortlist. Whether you’ve been into drones as a hobbyist for years and you’re ready to take the next step, or your new or current job requires you to obtain a Remote Pilot’s License with an sUAS rating, you may have found yourself searching the internet for “drone pilot training near me”.
How To Become a Professional Drone Pilot (in <8 Weeks)
Becoming a professional drone pilot can be a rewarding and exciting career path. Let’s be honest, drones are a hot topic these days and the drone industry is possibly the fastest-growing industry currently to be a part of. With so much upside and upward mobility (pun intended), pursuing a career in this field is an excellent choice. However, in order to become a professional drone pilot, there are several steps you need to take, like passing the FAA’s Aeronautical Knowledge Exam. In this article, we’re going to outline the steps you need to take, what you can expect, and the best way to get started.
Utilizing Drone Inspection Services: Overview by Industry
In the past decade, drones have cemented their places in filmmaking, photography, and search and rescue, but with more advanced and accessible technology, they are becoming the leading tool for industries requiring visual inspections and maintenance of their assets like critical infrastructure. Learn how ProAerial Media (PAM) helps businesses gather better data, make better decisions, and mitigate risk across a variety of dynamic industries.
2021 Drone Infrastructure Inspection Grant Act: Explained
In Drone Infrastructure Inspection Grant Act of Sept. of 2021 would authorize $200 million in grants to state, local, and tribal governments to utilize drones for inspecting infrastructure. This article will explore what we know so far, including who those funds are available to and how they can be used.
Flying Drones Over People: 2021 New FAA Rule Changes
The FAA has recently updated the specifics around commercially operating drones under the Part 107 rules for flights over people, and while it is now legal to fly drones over people (and vehicles too) there are a few caveats (not to mention some math involved) you must be aware of in order to do so legally.
Flying A Drone At Night: 2021 New FAA Rule Overview
What Is FAA Remote ID? 2021 New Drone Rule Overview
Commercial UAV operators have a slew of new rules to familiarize themselves with as of April 21st, 2021. The primary driver of all the new rules is the Remote ID requirements, allowing drone pilots greater operational capabilities and is considered by many as a necessary step for further integrating drones into the National Airspace System (NAS).
2021 New FAA Drone Regulations: Summary and Overview
FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Training Provider Reviews
Out of the three major players in the FAA Part 107 drone pilot training space one clearly stands out as the best. We were so impressed with The Drone U’s sheer amount and quality of their training content, we can’t endorse them enough and hope you find the same level of value that we did.
Improving Historical Preservation w/ Aerial Photogrammetry
Though efforts are made to preserve many cultural and historical sites, far more never receive the ongoing funding needed to “last forever”. They like all things, will ultimately succumb to father time. However, utilizing drones and aerial photogrammetry, these cultural treasures can actually live-on and be experienced by future generations as highly detailed and interactive 3D representations of reality.
What Is An Orthomosaic Map? (Answered in under 100 words)
An Orthomosaic Map is an aerial photograph comprised of dozens, hundreds, or thousands of smaller overlapping images, typically captured with a drone or UAV. These images are “stitched together” with specialized photogrammetry software resulting in an Orthomosaic Image that has been “orthorectified” or geometrically corrected to provide uniform scale throughout allowing for accurate measurement of distance.