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    Pix4D Issue

    M Disconnection? Make sure your device is in airplane mode. WiFi is very dynamic and has a tendency to hop across frequencies with in its spectrum. Also, the antennas shout be perpendicular to the craft and each other. The iPad can also reflect the signal down. App crash? Shut down all other...
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    Airspace Authorization 1 mile outside of major class B?

    The directions and number should be on your waiver. Have your waiver confirmation number ready and be prepared to write. Most like you won’t have to write anything down. But just Incase they give you another number to call to end your flight.
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    Airspace Authorization 1 mile outside of major class B?

    Not impossible. We have secured several clearance within a mile of class bravo airports like Newark and La Guardia. Just explain in the procedures how your at going to avoid flight paths. Multiple runways? Explain how you will only fly when the runway is not in use. Explain that you will listen...
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    107.29

    Always try to get the maximum time for your waivers. Saves time from having to do it all over again. Waivers issued. https://www.faa.gov/uas/commercial_operators/part_107_waivers/waivers_issued/
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    Understanding Professional Drone Photographers

    1. The only stickers i place on the drone are the registration numbers and Velcro for anti collision lights. (Night Flights) I do plan on placing the company name on it eventually. 2. I plan my drones take offs landings and flight paths to ensure I’m not ever flying over people or into...
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    Is anyone finding success using sites like DroneBase and Droners.io to find jobs? Pros/Cons of these services

    With dronebase, It may come down to the area where you are. You will get jobs in time but never more then $200. Rates are usually between $50 and $200. Pay out is really quick and jobs are pretty simple. Just never shoot on a cloudy day. They prefer more sunny than cloudy.
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    Is the Mavic Air useable as a commercial Drone?

    It’s not my go to drone for commercial use, but it does get used as a scout and a quick flight when we need a low risk drone. Here’s my opinion and review after bringing it on site to power plants and more. It’s our Auxiliary drone to the Inspire 2 and Matrice 210rtk.
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    How the FAA Is Ramping up Enforcements Against Drone Shootings and Illegal Drone Pilots

    Not sure the FAA has the ability to make a difference. It has to be an effort of collaboration between multiple administrations. Such as the FBI and local PD. The local chief of police must also educate the local community to make them aware of the law and the consequences to breaking them. The...
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    www.UpperAerialVision.com We specialize in Power Plant Structure UAV Drone Inspections. Specifically Cooling Towers, Smokestacks and Silos.