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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 we can. So plug in those headphones because it’s time to learn together about everything drone: FAA, insurance, business strategies, videography, drone tips, flight techniques, drone tricks, expert advice, cameras, gimbals, and so much more. #askdroneu
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Episodes

ADU 01300: What are the best ways to name your drone business?

How to name your business when providing multiple drone services? Are there any specific methods to naming a business? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps more importantly, it allows you as the program lea...

Feb 22, 202310 min

ADU 01299: How to identify a professional drone pilot to hire and partner with?

The best ways to identify a professional drone pilot? How to avoid working with pilots who are not experts in the field? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps more importantly, it allows you as the program l...

Feb 15, 202317 min

ADU 01298: How important is the rule of Dew Point/Temperature within 5 degrees?

What are the precautions to flying in cold weather? How can pilot better interpret flying conditions Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses and Drone U membership. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all our online content and our new offering to only Dron...

Feb 14, 202316 min

ADU 01297: Is Trimble Business Centre a good software for drone departments in Construction companies?

What is ideal software for drone departments in Construction Companies? are there any alternatives? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses and Drone U membership. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all our online content and our new offering to only Drone...

Feb 10, 202320 min

ADU 01296: 3 challenges that drone pilots fail to consider when running a drone business – ADU with Paul and PJ

What key aspects to pilots fail to address when running a drone business? How can it impact the success of a drone business Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses and Drone U membership. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all our online content and our ne...

Feb 06, 202330 min

ADU 01294: How to navigate the surveying industry as a drone pilot?

What barriers can drone pilots facing while working in the surveying industry? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U podcasts. Streamed over multiple platforms and with 1000+ shows, we hope you've benefited from our content. Drop us a review and let us know your comments about our podcasts. Our question for today is from Bob who would like to know about navigating the surveying industry as a drone pilot and taking up drone jobs for surveyors. Bob is one of our active listeners of the podc...

Jan 26, 202333 min

ADU 01293: What are some predictions and insights for the drone industry in 2023?

What are some predictions for the drone industry? What domains hold higher opportunities as 2023 unfolds? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses and Drone U membership. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all our online content. Join us on today's show as ...

Jan 20, 202328 min

Bonus: Why drone data is so valuable for roofing contractors and inspections – Interview with John and Ryan from Division 7 Roofing

We are excited to bring this very special podcast for our viewers. On today's show we discuss why drone data is valuable for roofing contractors and inspections and to discuss this topic we invited John and Ryan from Division 7 Roofing, prominent roofing contractors and co-developers of Roofing Inspection course on our PROPS platform. On our show today we not only discuss the many aspects of the roof inspection business and how drone pilots and DSP can provide immense value for roofing contracto...

Jan 14, 20231 hr 2 min

ADU 01292: What should we be doing to prepare for 2023?

How can we prepare for 2023? What specific actions should businesses and pilots take for 2023? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses and Drone U membership. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all our online content. Today's show is a very special show as...

Dec 30, 202231 min

ADU 01291: How can I perform low elevation mapping with my drone?

How can pilots perform low elevation mapping? How low can pilots fly to conduct mapping missions effectively? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U Mapping courses. Drone U's comprehensive and advanced mapping courses covers range of topics, from mapping fundamentals to mapping technologies, deliverables, safe flying. Our mapping courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U mapping courses and how our membership can give you access to ...

Dec 24, 20228 min

ADU 01290: Can I map with the Mavic 3 Enterprise?

Is the Mavic 3 worth purchasing for conducting mapping missions? Are there better drones in the market for mapping? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps more importantly, it allows you as the program leader...

Dec 22, 202221 min

ADU 01289: How do I get mapping clients?

What are the nuances to get mapping clients? How to enhance quality of service and deliverables? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U Mapping courses. Drone U's comprehensive and advanced mapping courses covers range of topics, from mapping fundamentals to mapping technologies, deliverables, safe flying. Our mapping courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U mapping courses and how our membership can give you access to all courses. ...

Dec 20, 202227 min

ADU 01287: Are there opportunities in the surveying world for DSP’s?

What opportunities exist for DSPs in Surveying? Is it viable to offer such services? What are the complexities involved? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps more importantly, it allows you as the program l...

Dec 19, 202218 min

Bonus: Interview with Trent Casi, Drone U’s new sales director for PROPS program, on Wingtra, latest in the drone industry and more !!

Today's show is an exclusive one as we are joined by Trent Casi, Drone U's new sales director for the PROPS platform. Trent has several years of sales experience couple along with deep understanding of how the drone industry operates and we are happy to have him on board. But today's episode is not just another corporate announcement episode, we discuss with Trent about his sales experience, things he has observed in the drone industry and tech evolution and also his insights on flights, Data, b...

Dec 07, 202240 min

ADU 01286: What opportunities are out there for drone pilots?

Where can drone pilots seek job opportunities? Are there new avenues for drone pilots to pursue? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all courses. On Today's show we discuss all about the opportunities available for d...

Dec 06, 202225 min

ADU 01285: Why does DJI not allow 3rd party apps on the RC Pro?

Is DJI moving to limit third party apps on their devices? Whats the road ahead for third party application and how this impacts drone purchase decisions? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all courses. On Today's sh...

Dec 04, 2022

ADU 01284: Is Phantom 4 v2 still the go-to drone for all things concerning mapping?

Should pilots opt for the Phantom 4 v2 drone for mapping projects or does the Mavic provide a robust offering for mapping? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps more importantly, it allows you as the program...

Nov 23, 202218 min

ADU 01283: How do FPV pilots get away with flying BVLOS?

Do FPV pilots fly in violation of BVLOS? Are there ways to fly BVLOS? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps more importantly, it allows you as the program leader to monitor the progress of each pilot within ...

Nov 14, 202220 min

ADU 01282: Best georeferencing system for your money and how to get started?

Do Drone U's mapping classes cover acquiring GCPs? What are the best software that pilots can use and the advantages? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all courses. Today's show is regarding effective mapping and h...

Oct 22, 202216 min

ADU 01281: What are the features in the new Mavic models?

Do newer Mavic models hold an advantage over the Mavic 3? What are the new features of the different Mavic 3 models? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all courses. Today's show is regarding the newly launched model...

Oct 18, 202221 min

ADU 01280: How can drones aid and improve disaster relief missions?

How can drones effectively support and aid rescue missions during disaster relief? What other aspects should pilots know when getting into search and rescue missions? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps mo...

Oct 14, 202224 min

Bonus: AskDroneU announcement: New PROPS public safety podcast launch – Interview with John Wakie, host of our new public safety podcast.

Today's show is an exclusive one as we are joined by John Wakie, host of our new podcast under the PROPS platform, the new PROPS public safety podcasts. John has been working a few years with Drone U on developing our public safety programs and public safety courses under the PROPS platform and will now host the all new public safety podcasts. We talk to John about his illustrious career as a firefighter spanning over 2 decades and his experience with robotics and drones in the public safety dom...

Oct 06, 202238 min

ADU 01277: Do I NEED to pay someone $200/mo (or MORE) to have good SEO?

Is it worth the investment when agencies offer to provide SEO services? Is SEO something that a business owner can accomplish by themselves? Today's episode is brought to you by PROPS programs. Props is Drone U's exclusive offering to give organizations the ability to distribute UAV training to pilots effectively and efficiently. PROPS allows the leader of a drone program, to assign the appropriate courses according to your program's needs and timeframes. And perhaps more importantly, it allows ...

Sep 29, 202226 min

ADU 01278: Is it reasonable to tell clients that deliverables will be stored only for a short period of time?

When providing deliverables to clients, how long should the deliverables be stored for? What are the costs involved with storing content? In today's episode we discuss a topic that most pilot seems to discount for in their service offering and that's about storing deliverables for clients? Most pilots today provide their final deliverables to their clients via cloud storage to allow a client to download them. Today's hi-res deliverables could run into GBs of data and this means valuable cloud st...

Sep 28, 202216 min

ADU 01275: Can I use LiDAR / RTK to an Inspire 2?

Is it advisable to use LiDAR on an I2? What are the challenges and is it viable? In today's short episode we discuss if an LiDAR/RTK can be added on to an Inspire 2 and if there are benefits to doing so? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. Over many years on developing comprehensive training content for developing skilled pilots, Drone U has developed over 40+ courses over diverse applications and domains. Access them all through single Drone U membership. Visit our Drone U cou...

Sep 28, 202212 min

ADU 01276: Do you think my young age will hurt me while seeking drone projects?

Does age play a role to achieve success in drone business? Is there an inherent bias involved? In today's episode we discuss if age plays a role to seek business in the drone industry? Are older people considered to be mature operators in the industry? Today's episode is brought to you by LUCID drones. Today's cleaning and maintenance industry are seeing a spurt in use of drone technology. The Lucid C1 cleaning drone was engineered with safety and efficiency in mind. Designed to clean exterior s...

Sep 27, 202226 min

BONUS: Interview with PJ Kirkpatrick, Drone U’s Director of Operations and his take on the drone industry and drone training

Today's show is an exclusive one as we are joined by PJ Kirkpatrick, our new Director of Operations. PJ is not new to those who have been members with Drone U or have taken some of his in-person classes. PJ comes with years of experience in the drone industry, having trained individual and enterprise clients over a range of domains. In our show today PJ shares his experiences, his beliefs and what excites him about his new role at Drone U and PROPS programs. Paul, Rob and PJ also discuss specifi...

Sep 23, 202235 min

ADU 01274: What is the best path to get started in my drone business?

With so many compelling priorities, what is the best way to get started in the drone business? In today's episode we discuss the optimal way for drone pilots to get started with their drone business. Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. Over many years on developing comprehensive training content for developing skilled pilots, Drone U has developed over 40+ courses over diverse applications and domains. Access them all through single Drone U membership. Visit our Drone U course ...

Sep 15, 202233 min

ADU 01273: Can I use my drone feed for referencing GCP instead of a base station?

Are base stations an absolute necessary? Can pilots use their drones to reference ground points for mapping missions? In today's episode we discuss the use of base stations and if pilots can make do without one as they work on mapping deliverables. Are there any benefits to doing so? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. Over many years on developing comprehensive training content for developing skilled pilots, Drone U has developed over 40+ courses over diverse applications and ...

Sep 12, 202212 min

BONUS: Interview with Andrew Ashur, founder of Lucid Drone Technology and the story of Lucid Drone Tech and emerging trends in the cleaning and maintenance industry

Today's show is a special one as we are joined by Lucid Drone Technologies founder, Andrew Ashur. Andrew shares the Lucid Drone story informing us of the journey, its mission and the road ahead for the company. Paul and Bobby discuss specifics of business and the industry as a whole, talking about what are Lucid drone, how they came into existence and how the drones are revolutionizing the cleaning and maintenance industry. Andrew also shares his story on the start up story and how Lucid Drones ...

Sep 06, 202239 min
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