Welcome to your weekly UAS news update, we have 3 stories for you this week: Man sentenced after shooting down drone, SkyeBrowse Lite, and the AMA has gotten approval for temporary FRIAs.
00:00 Introduction 00:17 Man Sentenced for Shooting Drone 01:22 SkyeBrowse Lite 02:10 AMA Approved for Temporary FRIAs
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First up this week is an update on a story we’ve been covering since 2021... Back in 2021, a sheriff’s drone looking for burglary suspects was shot down by a man who claimed the drone was “Harassing him”. The $30,000 Matrice 300 crashed onto a nearby building and caught on fire. The fire was quickly contained and no permanent damage occurred to the structure. Wendell Goney was identified as a person on interest and was contacted by police shortly after the crash. Goney claimed the drone was harassing him and admitted to shooting the drone with a .22 rifle. Deputies then arrested Goney for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. This week, a US District judge gave the 29 time felon a 4 year prison sentence for the incident. We’ll have to see if this sets a precedent for other courts to follow in drone shoot downs.
Next up this week is our friends over at SkyeBrowse! SkyeBrowse released “Lite” this week, adding a monthly plan between free and enterprise! SkyeBrowse lite adds higher accuracy down to 2 inches and priority processing speeds for $49 a month. If you’re unfamiliar with SkyeBrowse, it’s an online processing software that uses videos to create 3D models. Videos can be from nearly any source and don’t require GPS information. If you don’t want or need to pay for models, SkyeBrowse still has their Freemium plan, which allows you to pay to unlock tools when you need them!
Last up this week is the AMA, who has gotten approval from the FAA for temporary FRIAs. The approval is only applicable AMA events though we’ll likely see similar approvals for the FTCA, FPVFC and Stem+C soon. NOTAMs will be required for these events, which won’t help out the FAA’s NOTAM system unless it gets a major overhaul. We’ll keep you updated when we see more.
Alright, that’s it, have a great weekend and we’ll see you next week!
By: Pilot Institute Title: Drone News: Man Sentenced for Shooting Drone, SkyeBrowse Lite, & AMA Approved for Temporary FRIAs Sourced From: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWrLa91aOWU
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a photography drone worth it?
If you're serious about starting your own business, you'll eventually realize there's nothing more important than having a great product. If you're going to put yourself out there, you better ensure you've got a killer product.
Photographers are not selling themselves. They're trying to convince someone else to buy their stuff instead of convincing themselves to do it.
When you own your company, however, you can't wait for permission from someone else. You will have to find customers now.
This means that you will need to tell a compelling story to convince them why they should choose your products over others.
It is also necessary to develop a marketing strategy. Even after all that effort, you may still fail because your product prices are not correct.
It is possible to decide to charge too high. You may charge too much. Either way, you're probably making a mistake if you don't know what you're charging.
To avoid these mistakes, you need to start thinking like a businessman. You don't have to become a billionaire. It means that you need to learn how value your time, money and effort.
It is important to create strategies that will measure the success and failure of your business.
Once you know the price, you can start building the best product. A product that makes sense both financially and creatively.
It solves problems, and it provides real benefits.
One that is different from all others.
Once you've finished building the product, launch it. Your brand will be built.
You can take aerial photos with your drone. Because it will help you get started as a photographer. It will also help you improve your photography skills. It will also allow you to grow your company.
How do I fly my drone?
You need to practice flying a drone. It takes time to learn how to fly drones. If you are a beginner, it is advisable to practice indoors and close to your home.
Three skills are necessary to learn how to fly a drone. These are taking off, hovering, and landing.
Take off
You simply lift the drone up into the air by taking off. The button on the controller should be pressed until the drone moves upward. After the drone reaches an appropriate height, release the button.
Hovering
Hovering refers to keeping the drone in midair. Hold down the right or left trigger and press the throttle to hover. The drone can be tilted by pressing the throttle and both triggers.
Landing
Landing is the act of returning the drone safely to earth. To land, let go of the throttle and gently tilt the controller towards the ground. This will cause the drone's speed to drop and eventually land.
Fly your drone as comfortable as possible. Be careful not to crash into any object.
What are some of the cons to using drone photography for your photos?
Drone photography allows you to capture stunning images and video. However, there are some downsides to flying small aircraft.
Drones can be expensive. This is the main drawback. You can spend hundreds, thousands or even millions depending on the drone you choose.
To fly a drone safely, you will need certification and training.
Safety is another downside. Drones pose a danger because they are constantly in need of repair and maintenance. You could inflict serious injury or property damage if you lose control of your drone when taking photos or filming videos.
It is possible that you spend more time flying a drone than taking photos or filming footage. Additionally, your drone may not be able to fly in the airspace you have.
Some local governments have restrictions on where you can fly an unmanned aerial vehicle. You cannot fly higher than 400 feet, or within five miles of any stadiums, hospitals or schools.
Drones aren’t for everyone. Flying these machines is not for everyone. Some fear they might fall or crash out of the sky. Others are concerned that they may accidentally hit someone or something else.
If flying a drone is not something you are comfortable with, you might want to stick to traditional aerial photography techniques and videography.
Statistics
Though the Mavic 3 is about 50% heavier than the Mavic Air 2, it's still conveniently sized. (nytimes.com)
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Compared to the old days of the Phantom, this drone is super small, but it will likely require you to check a bag, the way a Mini 3 Pro could easily stow away in an oversized pocket. (thedronegirl.com)
Here's proof: according to an analysis of FAA drone registration numbers by drone market research and data group Drone Industry Insights, DJI had a 76.8% market share in the U.S. (thedronegirl.com)
Among the biggest improvements, the Skydio 2+ has over the standard 2 is a 20% longer battery life, longer range if you add the Beacon, and a neat AI video creation tool called Keyframe. (thedronegirl.com)
How to Take Great Drone Photos: Tips for Beginners
These are the top tips for creating great drone photos
Make sure you have enough space to fly your drone safely. Keep it clear of trees and buildings.
Before you begin flying, be sure to know where you're going. It's easy to get lost when flying drones. You could end up in danger if you don't know the exact location of your flight.
You must be safe while flying. You should always keep your drone close at hand to monitor what's going on. Never fly at night, or in bad weather conditions like heavy rain.
Bring extra batteries if you plan to do long flights. Always keep spare batteries handy. So you don't run out mid-flight, it is important to always have spare batteries.
Use high quality lenses. The higher the resolution, the clearer the picture. An image blurred by a lens with low pixel count such as those on most smartphones will result.
Start small. Make short videos when you are learning how to fly a drone. Once you feel confident with this, move on to longer videos.
Avoid using your drone indoors. Drones cannot be used indoors. They can cause damage and destruction to furniture and walls.
Practice makes perfect! Try out different things using your drone. Use it to capture different angles in the same scene. Or you can fly it around your home.
Have fun! It is easy to believe that photography has to be a set of rules.
Find out more about the settings of your camera. There are many advanced features available on cameras today. These settings can help improve the quality of your photographs.
Be patient! Sometimes it takes patience, even though you want to go the fastest route.
Have fun. It's important to remember why you bought the drone. Enjoying yourself while flying your drone can add to the experience.
You can share your work with us! Upload your best shots to social networking sites like Facebook and Instagram. Let other photographers know how much it was fun!
Keep learning! Learn from magazines and books about photography. Online tutorials. 15. Take precautions! Before you take to the skies, make sure that all safety precautions are taken. Check that your drone has sufficient battery life and that its landing gear functions properly. Be sure to follow all FAA regulations.
Find your style! Once you know the basics, you can start to develop your own style. Experiment with different techniques and styles until you find one that works.
Use apps! Download free photo editing software to your smartphone. You can easily improve your photos with these tools.
Take note! You can make it easier to remember what you have read in this article by keeping track. Note important points in your notebook or journal.
