
THE PROAERIAL MEDIA BLOG

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
Flying a drone at night is now legal for all UAV Pilots as long as they adhere to the new FAA rules and regulations under CFR Part 107, which went into effect on April 21, 2021. Learn what is required to remain compliant and additional considerations to ensure your night operation is safe.

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
Learn what the new FAA drone regulations are for 2021 and how they allow remote pilots to legally fly at night, over people and vehicles, and more...

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.