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I took this video the morning before Hurricane Idalia hit the Big Bend region of the Florida coast. The hurricane is tearing a path through FL as I upload this to YouTube.
Read moreRecently, the Pilot Institute featured a company called SkyeBrowse. SkyeBrowse has a platform that allows you to create a 3D model of a crime scene or other investigation area simply by taking a video of the area. I got excited because I trust the Pilot Institute, so excited in fact that I mentioned the capability to the local sheriff when he was having lunch at our restaurant. Oops. I tried to sign up for several…
Read moreIn an effort to be in compliance with night-time drone operations, I purchased an anti-collision light. I was less than pleased with my choice. Regarding the “Firehouse Technology ARC V Drone Strobe Anti-Collision Light, 1000 Lumens, White“ As part of “gearing up” to be a commercial drone pilot, and to be in compliance with Part 107 and flying at night, I purchased the above-mentioned anti-collision light. I knew right off that I was not happy…
Read moreHaving successfully studied for and passed the FAA part 107, I know that if I want to fly between sunset and sunrise, I need to have an “Anti-Collision Light.” One of the resources I counted on while studying and learning was the “Pilot Institute.” They have a lot of great information out there and even published a video comparing several of these lights. See the piece here. I was NOT IMPRESSED! Regarding the Firehouse Technology…
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