The military has long been using drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in its operations, like the popular large-sized Predators, Reaper and Global Hawk. There are also smaller, insect-sized ones like the Black Hornet Nano. We would typically think these UAVs are just used for warfare and surveillance, like drone strikes. However, … Read more
Drone batteries are the lifeblood of this aerial machine. How long the average drone battery last determines how far and high a drone can go. Therefore, the best battery for your drone is the one that suits your needs. If flight time is your top priority, the mass of the drone needs … Read more
When it comes to flying records, the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) is frequently recognized. In English language, this name stands for World Air Sports Federation. A record isn’t officially confirmed until the FAI confirms it. The organization significantly impacts aviation as the world’s leading authority on all air sports. The FAI was … Read more
Examples of unmanned aerial systems education or training programs include the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Collegiate Training Initiative (UAS-CTI) program, which is designed for universities, colleges, and technical schools that recognize and collaborate with institutions that prepare students for careers in UAS or drones. Other examples include FAA-approved drone pilot certification courses, certificate … Read more
The Syma X5SW is the most advanced model in the X5 range. It’s pretty much the epitome of consumer drones. And please note that it is also the priciest of the lot.
But those fretting about the price will be delighted to know that the price difference is only marginal. The benefits, on the other hand, is great. The X5SW is known for its amazing camera and other than that, it has the same accessories, batteries, and transmitter as the earlier model.
Over the past couple of years, drones have started to gain a whole new popularity and people have started to recognize the vast uses that can be done with them. However, since the industry is so new, there is a definite lack of capable drone pilots to hire for all of these … Read more
Over the past couple of months, I’m sure that all of us drone pilots have noticed the new popularity of drones all over the world. And with this has created a somewhat type of gold rush for which the company can create the smallest drone, the best camera, or even the longest battery life. Creating a DIY drone kit probably wouldn’t even get you a better drone.
But today, I have just seen something that has definitely put a little tear in my eye.
If you are looking to buy a drone or have flown a drone before, then you must have noticed the notorious low battery-life that they have. For smaller toy drones you can expect to get about 4-5 minutes of flight times & for some of the bigger, more expensive drones you can only expect about 20-25 minutes of flight time. And don’t get me wrong, those are respectable flight times but if you compare them to the amount of time it takes to fully charge the drone then you can see that it can be an absolute nuisance.
Now, being in the drone industry while also being a drone fanatic like myself, you see a lot of weird ways people are using drones. I’ve seen everything from flying a drone into the white house lawn to delivering a taco by a drone using TacoCopter, but the thing that I’ve just … Read more
If you had a playful childhood, most probably you have wished for a cool flying toy you can show off to your playmates or use to pull off pranks on your friends. If you are dreaming of being married someday, most likely you would want to have amazing aerial shots on your … Read more
Whether we like it or not, drones are here to stay. As technology has improved and been becoming more affordable, people are discovering creative, useful and fun ways to use this flying gadget. Here is a list of some things you can do with a drone: 1. Video shooting Obviously, with the … Read more
So, you’ve finally decided to buy your own drone. However, before you can be 100% ready for takeoff, here are some tips you need to consider before that first flight with your little new aircraft. 1. Know your purpose. Why do you want to buy a drone in the first place? Where … Read more
Drones come in various sizes and styles, depending on how and what they are used for. The first drones were designed for military purposes, but their applications have expanded into scientific, commercial, agricultural and recreational uses. Nowadays, personal drones for recreation have greatly outnumbered military drones. There is no single classification of … Read more
After you have spent hundreds of dollars on top-rated drones, you are probably expecting for a long and satisfying experience using this flying gadget. But however durable and efficient your own drone may be, you still have to do your part in maintaining its tip-top shape to ensure its usefulness. Here are … Read more