In this episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered," host John Dickow interviews Kevin Olson, an FAA certified licensed commercial drone pilot and owner of Maryland Drone Guy. They discuss how drones are used in photography and videography. Kevin shares insights into his drone journey and business. He talks about his transition from a drone hobbyist to a professional drone pilot, the drones he uses for his work, and how he sets his pricing structure. Kevin also provides valuable advice for those ...
Sep 14, 2023•15 min•Ep. 27
Welcome to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, John Dickow is joined by David Young, the founder of Drone Launch Academy, to discuss a pressing topic: retrofitting existing drones to meet remote ID requirements. As the deadline for compliance approaches, many drone pilots are wondering how to make their older drones remote ID-ready. David breaks down the essential details and options for retrofitting, as well as the challenges you may encounter in the process. Remo...
Sep 07, 2023•11 min•Ep. 26
In this episode, John Dickow of Drone Launch Academy is joined by Jackson Rector, a drone pilot and lidar technician from Wiser Consultants, to talk about Lidar Drone technology. They delve into how it works, its applications, and its significance in various industries. 🌐 Connect with Jackson Rector and Wiser Consultants: Jackson Rector: Drone pilot at Wiser Consultants Website: www.wiserconsultants.com 🔍 What's Inside: Jackson Rector's Role at Wiser Consultants Jackson explains his role as a ...
Aug 31, 2023•11 min•Ep. 25
In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, join host John Dickow and David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, as they dive into the latest updates on flying drones in the bustling metropolis of New York City. The question of the day: Can you fly a drone in New York City? The answer has changed as of July 2023. Tune in to discover the steps, rules, and regulations you need to follow to legally operate your drone within the city that never sleeps. Have a question about drone regulation...
Aug 24, 2023•10 min•Ep. 24
Welcome to another episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered"! In this installment, host John Dickow sits down with David Beedy, founder and video producer of beedymedia.com, to explore the intriguing world of using drones for video production. As they discuss the various applications of drones in video production, David shares his journey from a background in news reporting to establishing his own video production business. Throughout the conversation, David elaborates on how drones have revolu...
Aug 17, 2023•12 min•Ep. 23
Welcome back to another exciting episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered"! In this episode, John Dickow talked with Dusty Jolley, the Community Manager at Drone Launch Academy, to delve into the world of FPV (First Person View) drones. Dusty provides a comprehensive breakdown of what FPV drones are and how they differ from traditional drones. Dusty explains that FPV drones offer a unique perspective by allowing pilots to experience flight through immersive goggles, which display the drone's ca...
Aug 10, 2023•12 min•Ep. 22
In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered (Episode 21), we delve into the world of mapping and processing crop and plant health using drones. Our guest, Matt Donovan, CEO of Agriculture Intelligence Inc. and Chief Product Officer of AgroView.ai, shares valuable insights and expertise. The question at hand is whether a standard RGB camera on a drone is sufficient for crop and plant health mapping or if an NDVI sensor is needed. Matt explains that while an RGB collection can offer some indi...
Aug 03, 2023•19 min•Ep. 21
In this episode, John Dickow is joined by Sally French, the renowned Drone Girl from thedronegirl.com, to discuss the question: What are the good alternatives to DJI drones? They dive into the reasons people seek alternatives, including patriotism, anti-China sentiment, and a desire to stand out from the crowd. However, finding viable alternatives proves to be challenging, particularly for budget-conscious consumers. Sally sheds light on the limited options available, especially in the sub-$2,00...
Jul 27, 2023•15 min•Ep. 20
In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, John Dickow and David Young from Drone Launch Academy discuss an important topic for aspiring drone business owners. The question submitted by Rob is whether it's necessary to have a business checking account or if clients can simply write checks directly to the operator. David Young shares his expertise and explains the benefits of setting up a separate entity, such as a limited liability company (LLC), and having a dedicated business checking a...
Jul 20, 2023•13 min•Ep. 19
In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, join host John Dickow and special guest Michael Lilley, a chief pilot and mapping expert, as they dive into the world of drone mapping software. Discover the best mapping software to use for drones and gain insights into its various applications. Michael Lilley shares his expertise as a drone pilot, working both for a construction company and independently. He highlights the importance of drone mapping in various scenarios, including coastal surv...
Jul 13, 2023•9 min•Ep. 18
In this episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered" David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, discusses the use of drones for cell tower inspections. He is joined by Sam McGuire from Field Sync, an expert in the field. They dive into the topic and provide valuable insights on how drones are revolutionizing cell tower inspections. Sam shares his background experience with drones and cell towers, highlighting the opportunities that arise from integrating traditional workforce with drone technol...
Jul 06, 2023•12 min•Ep. 17
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, our host John Dickow is joined by Ted Strazimiri, the founder of Sky Deploy UAS, a leading drone service provider. They delve into the topic of cut and fill calculations and explore how drones revolutionize this process. Ted shares his journey of starting Sky Deploy in 2017, driven by his passion for photography, aviation, and technology. Despite lacking a background in surveying, Ted leveraged available ...
Jun 29, 2023•18 min•Ep. 16
The latest episode of the "Your Drone Questions. Answered" podcast is out! In this episode, our guest Sinuhe Montoya from Drone Quote joins David Young to discuss how drones are being used to revolutionize the solar installation process. They also dive into the inspection of existing solar panels using thermal equipment. Sinuhe Montoya, with over 10 years of experience in the residential solar and roofing industry, shares his insights on how drones have made a significant impact on data acquisit...
Jun 22, 2023•11 min•Ep. 15
Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered"! In this episode we interview our expert guest Glenn Dickow, a citizen member of the Town of Delavan Lake Committee in southern Wisconsin and a lake quality advocate. His mission is to address the water quality issues facing Lake Delavan and educate others who love the lake. In this episode, we explore how drones are used to support environmental initiatives, focusing specifically on Glenn's work with Lake Delavan. The drone pro...
Jun 15, 2023•13 min•Ep. 14
Welcome to the "Your Drone Questions Answered" podcast, where we explore the exciting world of drones and entrepreneurship! In this episode, we delve into the topic of successfully managing a drone business while juggling a full-time job. The host John Dickow interviews David Young, the founder of Drone Launch Academy, who shares his experience and insights on promoting a drone business while working a full-time job. David explains how he managed to juggle his 40-hour job as a forensic accountan...
Jun 08, 2023•14 min•Ep. 13
In this episode, John Dickow interviews Jason Koonce, owner of 107 Technologies, who specializes in aerial inspections using drones. Jason shares his expertise in using drones for home inspections and explains the valuable applications and tools he utilizes. With his 3D thermal models, Jason can detect moisture and identify energy loss, crucial factors in maintaining a safe and efficient home. By visually demonstrating the issues and explaining them to homeowners, he ensures they understand the ...
Jun 01, 2023•15 min•Ep. 12
In this episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered", host John Dickow delves into the fascinating world of centimeter accuracy with drones. Joined by Greg Gradwell, a software engineer at Pyka, they explore the complexities and benefits of achieving precise positioning with drones. Greg shares insights on the limitations of traditional GPS systems and how centimeter-level accuracy can be crucial in various industries like surveying and precision agriculture. They discuss the use of RTK (Real-Tim...
May 25, 2023•15 min•Ep. 11
In this episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered," host John Dickow is joined by Miriam McNabb, editor of dronelife.com, to discuss the topic of remote ID. They talk about the purpose of remote ID, its importance for safety, and its implementation timeline. Miriam sheds light on the potential impact of remote ID on both the drone business and hobbyists. They address concerns regarding compliance for recreational flyers and the benefits of remote ID for advanced drone operations. Tune in to lear...
May 18, 2023•13 min•Ep. 10
In this new episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered", John Dickow and Dominic Wilkerson discuss the essentials of getting started in real estate photography. Dominic talks about how he started with photo, video, drone, and 3D, and built his business into a one-stop-shop. He also shares with us his favorite gear and what equipment is needed to get started with real estate photography. Make sure to listen to this episode if you are also interested in using drones in real estate.
May 11, 2023•11 min•Ep. 9
In this episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered", John Dickow is joined by Kara Murphy, a commercial drone pilot, photographer, writer, and contributing writer for DP Review. The episode covers the question of what license is needed to make money with a drone. Kara mentions that to make money with a drone, one needs to pass the Part 107 Exam, which enables flying for profit. Failure to obtain the certification can result in fines of over $30,000 per violation. The exam is not something one ca...
May 04, 2023•14 min•Ep. 8
In this podcast episode, Sally French, also known as the Drone Girl, answers questions about drones for beginners. She recommends starting with a cheap "trash drone" for practice before investing in a higher quality drones. Sally emphasizes the importance of balancing cost and safety features when buying a drone and recommends DJI drones as they are easy and safe to fly. She advises beginners to be realistic about their intended use for the drone and to consider factors like video quality and wh...
Apr 27, 2023•15 min•Ep. 7
In this podcast episode, the host of "Your Drone Questions. Answered." John Dickow interviews Garey Scott, CEO and pilot of Scott Airborne Imagery, about how to register a drone for recreational use after passing the Trust Exam. Garey explains the importance of passing the exam and registering a drone, detailing the steps to register and the consequences of not doing so. He talks about the benefits of having a registration number for the drone. The conversation ends with Garey encouraging listen...
Apr 20, 2023•5 min•Ep. 6
In this episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered.", our host John discusses the use of drones in agriculture with Grant Puckrin, founder and head pilot of 19th UAS Precision. They explore the benefits of using drones for mapping, crop health analysis, stand counts, and spraying, and how they can reduce costs and increase yield. Grant shares his experience using DJI Phantom 4 RTK for crop health analysis and DJI T30 for spraying. They also discuss the potential of AI in agriculture and how it c...
Apr 11, 2023•13 min•Ep. 5
In this episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered," CEO and Founder of Drone Launch Academy, David Young, joins host John Dickow to answer the question: What is the hardest question on the Part 107 test? David shares insights from the tens of thousands of people who have taken the exam, revealing that the most commonly missed question deals with airspace and reading sectional charts. He breaks down a sample question and provides tips for preparing for the exam, including a free PDF resource. You...
Apr 05, 2023•14 min•Ep. 4
Dusty Jolly, the community manager for Drone Launch Connect, provides a step-by-step guide on how to get started in building and flying FPV drones in this podcast episode. To begin with, he recommends starting with a remote that works with a simulator to understand what it feels like to fly an FPV drone before investing in one. When it comes to building an FPV drone, Dusty suggests starting with a carbon fiber frame and a DJI FPV remote. He explains the importance of choosing the right transmitt...
Mar 29, 2023•23 min•Ep. 3
If you want to know about drones and construction, this video is for you. Construction veteran, Grant Hagen, joins us on this episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered." to tell us about all of the way drones are benefiting the construction industry.
Mar 21, 2023•16 min•Ep. 2
Hey there, and welcome to the very first episode of "Your Drone Questions. Answered."! In this episode, we'll let you know what our podcast is all about and what you can look forward to in the episodes to come. We're all about diving into the world of drones and bringing you expert advice and answers to all those questions you've got about this amazing tech. So, whether you're a drone enthusiast, professional, or just plain curious, "Your Drone Questions. Answered." is your go-to place for every...
Mar 20, 2023•7 min•Ep. 1
