The longevity of a drone battery refers to two things: how long the battery lasts before it needs replacing (lifespan), and how long the drone can stay in the air before running out of charge (battery life). Whatever your situation, we cover both in this article. So, how long does a drone battery last? An … Read more
Along with other vital features to consider when buying a drone, speed is crucial. Drone racers want a fast drone to compete effectively, while commercial users want a drone that can move swiftly during filming, or when they need to conduct an emergency landing. But how fast do drones fly? Generally, the speed of popular … Read more
While flying drones, tragedies such as drone flyaways could happen any day, anytime. The consequences likely to follow, especially after losing track of the drone, are dire and could cause anyone to panic – even the most experienced drone owners. For example, when a drone lands in restricted areas or crashes and hurts people, or … Read more
Losing a drone, whether it’s a low-cost $100 dollar beginner drone, or a $1000+ DJI, is a frustrating and saddening event. And it can happen to anyone – whether you’re a complete beginner pilot or an experienced drone flier. We’re here to help, with the most cost-effective and best ways to find a lost drone. … Read more
Most drones are built to be operated via either your smartphone or tablet, such as an iPad, as the controller. But, sometimes connection issues make controlling your drone a nightmare. Here’s a quick summary of how to connect a phone to a drone: Turn on your phone’s WiFi network settings Go to the app store … Read more
Flying a drone is fun and all, until you lose yourself in the moment and your drone gets stuck in a tree. It has happened to me several times, either because I moved too fast, overestimated the drone’s speed, or experienced a sudden gust of wind. Luckily sometimes the drone would “save itself” from the … Read more
In October 2017, a drone collided with a Beech King Air 100 with 6 passengers and 2 crew onboard. This, along with many other incidents reported all over the world where drones either collided or had near-misses with aircraft, gave proof of the need for altitude regulations to be put in place and enforced. So, … Read more
Are you a drone pilot interested in real estate photography or considering hiring a drone photographer? Then you must be wondering how much the new technology will cost you. Search no more for we’ve got you sorted! So, how much does real estate photography cost? Real estate photography costs $100 per hour, on average. It … Read more
Your home is the one place where privacy feels like a guarantee. Data breaches and security risks may happen online, but in your home, you should feel in control of the boundaries. However, the rise in consumer drone buyers has likely led to an increase in drones flying around your area. Regardless of the drone … Read more
With 2025 expected to find the drone business at a whopping $63.6 billion, things can only get better for drone pilots. Provided you have the passion for perfecting your craft, there are many opportunities to exploit. A lot of new aspiring drone pilots focus on the gear, forgetting that drones are regulated by the FAA, … Read more