Your Drone Questions. Answered.

In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, John Dickow and David Young break down the costs associated with getting a drone license. They cover: Recreational vs. commercial drone use The free TRUST certification for recreational pilots Part 107 commercial drone license costs ($175 exam fee) Optional training course costs ($150-$600) Drone costs for beginners ($29-$500+) Total investment for...

In this episode of Your Drone Questions. Answered, host John Dickow interviews Ryan Stotsky, the owner and operator of Zero to 400 Drone Services. Ryan shares his unique business of using drones with thermal cameras to help locate lost pets. He walks through the process of how he receives calls from distraught pet owners, assesses if a drone search is viable based on factors like airspace, and the...

Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered" with John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy! Today, we dive into a specific question from our community: how to best serve property owners with aerial content and navigate indoor drone flights for real estate shoots. Joining John is James Grace, founder of JMG Aerial Imagery. With five years of experience and a rich background in S...

Welcome back to Your Drone Questions. Answered! Today, we tackle an exciting and timely topic: upcoming changes to operating drones beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) from a commercial perspective.  David discusses the recent signing of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 by the president on May 16th. This act sets the stage for significant changes in BVLOS operations, with a final rule expec...

In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, we discuss an important topic for drone pilots - how to properly price your drone services. John is joined by Cody Retlich, founder and CEO of DroneAdair, who shares his valuable insights and tips. Cody emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions upfront to understand the client's needs and expectations fully. He stresses considering fa...

Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered"! Join John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy and David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, as they tackle a question- which remote ID modules are recommended for older drones like the Mini 2 and Mavic 2 Pro used in his school. Discover the top three remote ID module recommendations based on price, ease of use, and compliance wi...

Welcome back to Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, we're tackling a common question: Can a licensed drone pilot let someone without a license use their license to post commercial real estate photos? Our host, John Dickow, chats with David Young from Drone Launch Academy to break down this topic. They dive into the FAA rules, discussing what's allowed and what's not when it comes to co...

Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered"! In this episode, we dive into the world of mapping with drone technology. Join John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy as we answer your questions and explores the process of sharing maps online. Today's question comes from a viewer who recently acquired a license for PIX4D mapper but is unsure how to share maps online, particularl...

How to Measure Roofs and Detect Leaks with Drones Welcome back to another episode of "Your drone questions. answered". In this episode our guest expert is Jason Koonce from 107 Technologies. He walks through step-by-step how to accurately measure roofs using drones and photogrammetry software. Jason covers the key steps like capturing drone data, establishing known measurement references, determin...

Welcome to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, David Young from Drone Launch Academy tackles a viewer question about flying drones over people and vehicles. Richard Johnson asks about the rules regarding flying drones over sidewalks and roads to capture oblique shots of a church.  More information can be found on FAA's website here- https://www.faa.gov/uas/commercial...

Welcome to "Your Drone Questions. Answered"! In this episode, John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy is joined by Dylan Gorman, founder of Pilot Byte, to delve into achieving high accuracy with drones. Dylan, with his extensive mapping and photogrammetry experience, shares insights on three main methods for optimal accuracy: visual accuracy focusing on ground sampling distance (GSD), physical accur...

Welcome to 'Your Drone Questions. Answered"! In this episode, we tackle a common question: Do I need drone insurance? Join John Dickow as he chats with David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, to dive deep into this topic. David breaks down drone insurance into two main categories: commercial use and recreational use (hobbyist). For hobbyists, your homeowner's insurance typically covers your...

We would like to thank our sponsor of this episode, AutoPylot.  AutoPylot is an easy-to-use, all-in-one drone flight planning app. It’s an FAA-approved provider of both B4UFLY and LAANC services. On AutoPylot, you can plan your flights, check airspace and weather, and complete flight checklists to make sure you’re flying safely. AND, they’ve just launched a new drone insurance feature. You can eas...

Welcome to another episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered"! In this episode, John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy and Dusty Jolley, the community manager at Drone Launch Connect, discuss the world of FPV drones. Dusty shares insights on the differences between FPV drones and traditional drones, highlighting the immersive experience of flying FPV drones and the control it offers. He also delves...

Welcome back to "Your Drone Questions Answered"! In this episode, John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy sits down with David Young, the founder of Drone Launch Academy, to delve into the latest trends and lucrative opportunities in the drone industry. David shares invaluable insights gathered from the recent season of the "Drone to 1K" podcast, where successful drone entrepreneurs reveal their str...

In this episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered," host John Dickow tackles the common question: how much to charge clients for drone video services and licensing? He's joined by FAA certified drone videographer and photographer, Kevin Olson. Kevin emphasizes that pricing depends on various factors, including experience level and geographical location. Starting with free work to build a portfoli...

Welcome back to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, John Dickow and David Young tackle the common misconception that drones can't be flown in national parks. David breaks down the legal pathway to flying drones in these protected areas, shedding light on the exceptions outlined in Policy Memorandum 14-05 issued by the United States Department of the Interior National...

Welcome back to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy is joined by Alex Harris, a videographer, photographer, and drone pilot, to delve into the world of ND filters and their application in videography and photography. Have you ever wondered what ND filters are and how they're used? Alex breaks it down in simple terms, likening the...

In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, John Dickow and David Young tackle the topic of drones for kids.  David, a father of five and founder of Drone Launch Academy, shares his insights and experiences on this matter. They discuss rules and regulations for kids flying drones, including the TRUST exam mandated by the FAA.  David also provides practical tips based on his firsthand experie...

Welcome back to Your Drone Questions Answered! In this captivating episode, John Dickow is joined once again by Dave Downey, President and Senior Events Specialist at BCC Live, as they delve deep into the fascinating world of live drone broadcasting. Get ready to embark on an insightful journey as Dave shares invaluable insights, strategies, and tips garnered from his extensive experience in the f...

Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered" where John Dickow, alongside David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, tackles a critical topic – the rules and regulations surrounding the consumption of alcohol and drugs while operating drones David begins by emphasizing the potential dangers of combining drones with substances like alcohol or drugs, emphasizing that such a...

Welcome back to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, John Dickow explores the question of which drones capture the highest quality video. Joined by Dave Downey, President of BCC Live, they delve into the world of drone videography. Dave shares insights into his background at Boulder County Communications, specializing in outdoor sporting events. Drones have become ess...

Welcome back to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered ! In this episode, John Dickow interviews Kendall Marquardt, a certified golf course superintendent and founder of Precision Drone Mapping Services. They delve into the world of drone footage editing, discussing the recommended software and sharing valuable insights. 🚁 Guest: Kendall Marquardt 📷 Topic: Best Editing Software for Dro...

Welcome back to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In today's episode, John and David Young, the founder of Drone Launch Academy, discuss some must-have apps for both recreational and commercial drone pilots. The apps are categorized into flight automation, flight planning, insurance, and editing. Starting with flight automation, David introduces the Litchi app, a versatile tool for...

Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered" with John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy. Today's question comes from a client dealing with construction near railway lines, seeking precise measurements to ensure track stability during excavation. The client currently uses Trimble Total Station devices and wonders if drones could provide the required millimeter-level accuracy....