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Ask Drone U

We’re Drone U, a group of guys who have turned their passion for flight into a profitable business. We love hearing from our fans, and we love helping by answering their questions. That’s why we started the Ask Drone U podcast in 2015. Since then, we are one of the largest, most popular DAILY drone podcasts out there. Each episode features an actual question submitted from someone just like you! We wish we could answer everyone’s question(s), but we’ll do our best to get through as many of them as

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BONUS: Drone Life News 001 – 2021 FAA Symposium,...

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2021/06/15

2021 FAA Symposium, BVLOS Flights, World's Smallest microLiDAR, Sony Airpeak S1, DJI News, DOD Clears Government Approved DJI Drones and Much, Much More... In the first-ever edition of Drone Life News, we are joined by the incredible Miriam McNabb of DroneLife and JobforDrones to share with us some of the latest and most exciting news from the world of drones. Our biggest story this week is about the 2021 FAA Symposium. One of the most important events of the drone world, the 2021 FAA Symposium

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29:47

BONUS: Lemur by BRINC Drones – A Unique Public Safety...

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2021/06/15

A one-of-a-kind drone that can be used in law enforcement, firefighting, SWAT operations, and much, much more... Today's show is a special one as we are joined by Angad from Brinc Drones who explains to us the powerful capabilities of their newest drone, Lemur. Lemur is a public safety drone with a difference. This heavily accessorized drone can be used as a law enforcement drone, as a firefighting drone, and by SWAT teams to conduct their operations with greater efficiency and safety. One of the

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19:06

ADU 01192: Will I Run Into Any Problems If I Fly With...

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2021/06/08

Today, we share some expert drone battery maintenance tips to ensure a safe flight. Our caller for today, Derek from Ohio was finding it difficult to fly his Phantom 4 Pro in GPS mode. But no sooner did he replace his old drone battery with a new one, all his flight issues disappeared immediately. So, Derek is wondering if he can accurately predict his drone battery life, and prevent such issues going forward. Among other things, we reveal the four rules of takeoff and the voltage at which you

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34:24

ADU 01191: Which are Some of the Best Drones for...

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2021/06/04

Today's show is about drones for agriculture and construction. What are some of the best (and more affordable) options for applications like agricultural spraying, NDVI, and construction mapping? Our caller for today, Peter, all the way from Hungary has an excellent question about using drones for agriculture and construction. Peter recently went through our Comprehensive Mapping course and is now keen to start a drone mapping business, and he is on a tight budget of $9,000. Specifically, he is

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12:28

ADU 01190: Which is the Best and Most Affordable...

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2021/06/03

Our question for today is about the most affordable and best drones for high winds. Our caller for today, Joe, unfortunately, lost two drones when he was out flying in windy conditions. Now, he wishes to purchase a new drone but he is on a tight budget of $200. Additionally, his wishlist includes GPS, RTH, and of course, a drone capable of flying at wind speeds of 20 - 30 km/h. So, which are some of the best (and affordable) quadcopters for windy conditions? On today's show, we discuss the Mini 2

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14:35

ADU 01189: Should I Classify My Drone as “Remote-ID”...

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2021/05/31

Our caller for Tom has come up with a great question today. His question is about drone remote-id. While drone remote-id is set to kick in only by 2023, FAADroneZone is already asking drone pilots to classify their drone as "remote-id" enabled when they attempt to register their drone. Needless to say, this is resulting in a lot of confusion - and many drone pilots are preferring to avoid completing the registration process rather than inputting erroneous information. So, should you classify your

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11:12

ADU 01188: How to Legally Fly Your Drone Over State...

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2021/05/28

Today's question is about flying your drone over state parks. Our caller for today, Tom from Wisconsin has a question about flying drones over state parks. The state park that Tom wishes to fly over has a railroad and a residential area in the vicinity. So, firstly, can Tom get the required legal permission to fly over this state park? Do drone laws vary by state? Or is the FAA the ultimate and only authority when it comes to airspace and drone laws? For all this and much more, tune in to our latest

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ADU 01187: Best American Made Drones that Can Match...

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2021/05/27

Today's show is about American drone manufacturers and the industry dynamics as a whole. Our caller for today, Gordon is looking for some feasible alternatives to DJI. The US-China trade war and data security concerns have given a fillip to American drone manufacturers, who have, till now been unable to compete with the Chinese behemoth, DJI. And while homegrown manufacturers have managed to get their foot in the door, are they able to match DJI in terms of price and functionality? These are some of

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40:04

ADU 01186: Drone Industry Trends for the Rest of 2021...

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2021/05/12

Today's show is about drone industry trends for 2021 and beyond. Our caller for today, Tom has come up with a great question that will surely interest all you drone enthusiasts out there. Specifically, with the drone industry in a constant state of flux, Tom is wondering where things are headed in 2021? From micro-drones to recreational flying to the changing dynamics of the American drone manufacturing market, we discuss a lot in today's power-packed show. Some of the things that we discuss

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16:19

ADU 01185: Experts Tips for Flying Your Drone in Cold...

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2021/05/06

Today's show is about flying your drone in cold weather. Our caller for today, Shawn from Canada who flies a Mavic 2 Pro. Flying in Canada is particularly challenging because of the cold weather and high altitudes. So, what can Shawn do to get some extra flight time? And, how can he make flying in such difficult conditions a more comfortable experience? On today's show, we share some nuanced drone battery maintenance tips to help Shawn out. You will learn how you can prevent your iPhone from

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22:12

ADU 01184: What is the Best and Most Efficient...

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2021/05/05

Today, we recommend the optimum workflow for drone search and rescue. Our caller for today, Karl conducted a drone search and rescue to locate a missing dog. However, unfortunately, it seems that his mission was not really successful. So, on today's show, we reveal the best and most efficient workflow for a moving target. You will learn the four acquisition methods that you can possibly use in drone search and rescue. And you will also learn how you can use image recognition software to autonomously

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ADU 1183: How Do I Acquire Data If I am Flying My...

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2021/04/22

Today's show is about flying your drone in an interference heavy environment. Our caller for today, Greg is unable to fly his Mavic 2 Pro in autonomous flight mode since there is a radio tower in the vicinity. Can Greg still conclude his mapping mission if he is flying in such an interference heavy environment? On today's show, you will learn how to navigate the complexities of flying in such an environment. We talk about what to do when you experience a radio signal loss, and why you need to master

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17:18

ADU 01182: Mavic Air 2 vs. Mavic 2 Pro – Which is the...

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2021/04/21

Mavic Air 2 vs. Mavic 2 Pro - Which is The Best Option for You? Today's question is about the Mavic Air 2 vs. Mavic Air Pro. Is it worth paying extra for the Mavic 2 Pro if you are planning to shoot real estate? Our caller for today, Dominic is keen to start a new drone business and he is willing to make an initial capital investment of $2,000. The drones that he is considering are the Mavic Air 2, and its larger cousin, DJI Mavic 2 Pro. While the Mavic Air 2 might save Dominic some dollars right

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10:30

ADU 01181: Can I Sell Footage that I Shot As a Hobby...

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2021/04/16

Once You Get Your Part 107 License, Can You Legally Sell Drone Footage That You Shot As a Hobby Pilot? Today's show is about selling your drone footage after getting your Part 107 license. Our caller for today, Keith recently got his Part 107 license. Congratulations, Keith! Keith has been a hobby pilot for the past five years and has a ton of footage that he can now sell commercially. But, is he legally allowed by the FAA to sell footage that he shot prior to getting his commercial license? Can he

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ADU 01180: Powerful Branding Strategies for Your...

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2021/04/13

Branding and Marketing Strategies to Grow a Drone Business Today's show is about business strategy and branding. Our caller for today, Bob is building out a website for his drone business. And while he primarily focuses on the construction industry, Bob is wondering if he should target other verticals as well. Is it better to go broad? Or is it better to niche down and focus just on your core skill? On today's show, we discuss the pros (and cons) of going broad and offering a range of services. Paul

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ADU 01179: How Can I Make My Drone “Remote ID...

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2021/04/09

Today's question is about drone remote-id. How can you make your drone "remote-id compatible"? Is this something that you should be even worrying about right now? Our caller for today, Jack has a question about drone remote-id. Back in December 2020, drone remote-id rules were finalized by the FAA. Once these restrictive rules kick in, it will become mandatory to broadcast your drone's location via remote-id. So, is your drone already compatible? And if not, are there any modules that you can attach

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ADU 01178: Which is the Best Software for Mapping the...

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2021/04/06

Today's show is about using software for mapping the interiors of a building. Our caller for today, Gary is a long-time ADU listener. He just happened to tune in to one of our older shows where we talked about using the Insta 360 for mapping the interiors of a building. So, Gary went ahead and purchased the Insta 360 for his next drone job where he is doing construction progress monitoring for an interior buildout. However, recent updates to a mapping software makes it far easier to use your drone

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ADU 01177: Can you Legally Fly Drones In National Parks?

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2021/04/02

Today's show is about flying drones in National Parks. Back in January, US Filmmaker Gordon Price sued U.S. Attorney General William Barr. The contentious issue was the fees that Gordon had to pay to shoot in a National Park. The outcome of this case left many in the drone industry confused, and wondering if they can or cannot fly in National Parks with the right permits. On today's show, we break down the outcome of this civil court case to reveal what it means for the drone industry. You will

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ADU 01176: How Can I Fly The Same Shot on Multiple Days?

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2021/03/26

Today's question is about flying the same shot on multiple days and seasons. Our caller for today, Ryan from Indiana is a landscape photographer who has come up with a great question about flying the same shot on multiple days or seasons. Is it possible to get your drone to fly the same path and shoot at the same angles again and again? On today's show, you will learn how to do exactly that using the Litchi app. Additionally, you will also learn how to eliminate variables so that you can get

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ADU 01175: Which Drone Would You Recommend for Flying...

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2021/03/18

Today's show is about flying drones in areas of heavy interference like NYC. Our caller for today, Guy from NYC has come up with an interesting question. As you may be aware, an old avigation law makes it illegal to fly drones in NYC. However, we might see this archaic law being scrapped shortly. So, Guy is wondering if he can use drones to conduct visual facade inspections of tall buildings. On today's show, you will learn the best and safest drones to fly in areas of heavy interference such as

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