When it comes to drone pilot training, what does the FAA require? And just how much training do you need before you can start making money …
Do You Need a License to Fly a Drone?
Do you need a license to fly a drone?If you live in the U.S. and you plan to fly your drone to make money then the answer is …
A Guide to the Remote Pilot Airman Certificate: How to Succeed in the Hardest Part of Becoming a Commercial Drone Pilot
Any drone pilot who wants to earn money with a drone in the U.S. must hold a remote pilot airman certificate.The remote pilot …
How to Unlock Geofencing on Your DJI Drone
If you fly a DJI drone then you may have run into issues with geofencing, and not knowing how to turn it off.In this guide, we'll walk …
A Drone Pilot’s Guide to FAA Ramp Checks: What You Need to Have with You in the Field in Case of Inspection
Recently we heard about commercial drone pilots being stopped while in the field by FAA officials from local FSDOs (Flight Standards …
A Drone Pilot’s Guide to Surveying a Tower
In this article, we're going to cover how to survey or inspect a tower with a drone.Our goal is to make this resource as hands-on as …
Applying for a Public COA vs. Part 107 Certification for Police and Fire Departments
Navigating the legal considerations for using a drone in a police or fire department can be complicated. Should your department …
From 0 to 200+ Clients in Two Years: How Jonathon and Beth Russell Moved to Maui and Built Their Drone Business
Jonathon Russell and his wife Beth are currently living the dream.They run a photography / videography business in Maui called JBR Life …
A Drone Pilot’s Guide to Waivers and Authorizations Supporting Emergency UAS Operations
As we've seen recently following Hurricane Michael in the Florida Panhandle, or during the wildfires that swept through Los Angeles in …
From Free Flights to $250 an Hour: How Derrick Ward Built Hot Shots Aerial Photography
Derrick Ward is a Drone Pilot Ground School alum who has managed to build his aerial services business, Hot Shots Aerial Photography, to an …
