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In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, sits down with Root Patel, a mapping expert who works with survey firms to integrate drone technology into their workflow. They dive deep into how drones are revolutionizing the surveying industry by reducing project timelines,…

Why Every School Should Be Teaching Drones in Their STEM Curriculum? If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling…

In this free training, you'll learn: -How other drone pilots are using drones and making money with drone services -Insider insights from industry experts in niches like mapping, FPV, and cinematography -Where there are opportunities for YOU to make money with drones in 2025 -And more Plus, we're also giving…

Welcome back to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this special nighttime episode filmed outdoors at a hotel in Cleveland, we’re diving into an essential topic for drone mapping—understanding the difference between RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) and PPK (Post-Processing Kinematic). If you’re not familiar with these terms, they’re methods…

During this free training, you're going to learn firsthand from Drone Launch Academy founder David Young AND drone roof inspection professional Sinuhe Montoya. You'll learn: -How to identify common types of hail and hurricane roof damage -How to create maps, 3D models and inspection reports -What software options you have…

Top 3 Apps to Quickly Edit Your Drone Footage on the Go If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and…

In this episode of Your Drone Questions. Answered, we’re diving into a question we hear a lot: Is the FAA tracking my drone? We also discuss the purpose of Remote ID, its limitations, and real-world examples of when it’s been used by authorities. If you’re curious about privacy and safety…

How accurate is return to home feature on a drone? If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling Fundamentals-…

During this free training, you're going to learn firsthand from Drone Launch Academy founder David Young AND 6-figure drone mapping and modeling company owner Rut Patel. You'll learn: ✔️ The 4 steps to creating your first drone maps and models 🗺️ ✔️ The 3 niches within drone mapping and modeling…

In this episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered," David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, sits down with Nate Howard, Survey Manager at Kiewit, to dive deep into the use of drones in construction and surveying. David and Nate discuss how drones are transforming the way construction sites are surveyed,…

How to Use a Drone to Elevate Your Instagram Content If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling Fundamentals-…

In this episode, we break down what geodesy is and why it matters for professional drone mapping. If you're doing any kind of serious drone mapping work - especially with surveyors or engineers - this is something you need to understand. Think drone mapping is just about taking pictures from…

How to Turn Your Drone Hobby into a Profitable Side Hustle If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling…

What is the hardest part of the Part 107 test? If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling Fundamentals-…

In this episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered," host John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy is joined by Merrill McKee, founder of Northern Perspectives, to discuss the key considerations for flying drones in extreme cold weather. As temperatures drop, flying becomes more challenging, but with the right preparation and knowledge,…

What are three possible no-drone zone areas? If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling Fundamentals- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-mapping-and-modeling-fundamentals/ Aerial Video…

Want to join our private online drone pilot community? Click this link to learn more! ↓↓↓ https://dronelaunchacademy.com/dlc/ What's included with a Drone Launch Connect membership? ★ When you join Drone Launch Connect, your membership will include unlimited access to 23 workshops worth over $1000. ★ We have industry groups dedicated…

Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered!" In this episode, host John Dickow from Drone Launch Academy sits down with Peter Morssink, a beginner drone pilot and founder of 3D Flight Maryland, to revisit a popular topic: the best capturing software for beginner drone pilots. Join us…

During this free training, you're going to learn firsthand from Drone Launch Academy founder David Young AND drone roof inspection professional Sinuhe Montoya. You'll learn: -How to identify common types of hail and hurricane roof damage -How to create maps, 3D models and inspection reports -What software options you have…

How to find good locations for drone footage? If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling Fundamentals- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-mapping-and-modeling-fundamentals/ Aerial…

Thinking about getting into FPV drones but not sure whether to build your own or buy pre-built? In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, host John Dickow talks with FPV expert Dusty Jolley about the pros and cons of each approach. Key points covered: The evolution of FPV drone…

How to properly store and transport your drone? If you want to dive deeper into Drone Launch Academy and level up your drone skills, here are some links to some of the online drone courses we offer: Part 107 Exam Prep Course- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-exam-study-course/ Drone Mapping and Modeling Fundamentals- https://dronelaunchacademy.com/drone-mapping-and-modeling-fundamentals/ Aerial…

Looking for a drone niche to focus on? Maybe the drone mapping & modeling or FPV niches are for you! During this free training, you're going to learn firsthand from a drone pro that uses creativity to make money AND a drone pro who uses a more data-based approach to…

In this episode of Your Drone Questions. Answered, we dive into the strictest drone laws in US cities and states. Key topics covered: Washington D.C.'s extensive no-fly zones New York City's new permit requirements Restrictions in other major cities like L.A. and Seattle State-level privacy laws affecting drone use Tips…