Recent content by Randy Bailey

So, are you a Russian bot? If so, can you get us a group discount on vodka?

There are so many variables that affect flight dynamics and flight time. Chances are good that the same flight 30 minutes later would provide completely different results.

Density altitude is a major factor at 100°

Worked fine for me.

Had to use it again yesterday. In Phoenix it works beautifully. Hats off to the FAA and AirMap.

I live in Prescott, AZ in the forest. It is Class G airspace. I stay out of the local airport airspace. By April 30 it will have LAANC coverage so I’ll be good there. In Phoenix I’m covered by LAANC, except for a private airport with no tower about 4 miles away. I call or text the manager. I...

Here's the LAANC rollout list: FAA Rollout

Aggie: You have to be planning to fly in airspace that is covered by LAANC which the FAA is rolling out. Many of the airports covered by the instant approval/disapproval are in metropolitan areas. Phoenix and a couple dozen metro areas were in the first batch. I'm not an expert on FAA progress...

Yes, that’s correct. You can launch and conduct the entire flight within AirMap and avoid all the obstacles DJI Go throws at you when you’re in controlled airspace (assuming you file an AirMap flight plan from the app and get instant approval) I was about three miles from PHX - Phoenix Sky...

Flew a scouting mission for an upcoming commercial shoot today. I knew I was in Class B airspace so I entered the mission into AirMap and got an immediate airspace approval to fly. I launched using DJI Go and headed north over the shopping center roof. Suddenly, I got the dreaded black box...

20+ years

Didn't use an online course company for mine. I watched a bunch of vids on YouTube and read the suggested FAA publications. I passed just fine. More money to spend on hardware!

I read an article that the FAA is studying technology to electronically identify drones. I guess it would be some sort of transponder that would send position/altitude/speed. They are looking at a two-way version that, I assume, would allow them to land drones. Interesting, it mentioned there...

I’m a pro tog with a studio. Once you turn over files to the client you have zero control to how they will be used. I guess you could have a contract limiting use, but are you willing to sue a client and lose their future biz? Additionally, who’s going to front you the $350/hr attorney fee to...

Los Alamos? I’m a motorcyclist so love to ride SR502.