The following is a guest post by DIY blogger Dylan Bartlett of Just a Regular Guide. Building vs. Buying: What to Know About DIY Drones Enthusiasts who are looking for a challenge will find one in drone building. They’ll also find an enormous sense of satisfaction when their DIY drone takes to the air for the first time. But what should you keep in mind if you’re planning to … [Read more...] about Just A Regular Guide Guy Talks DIY Drones and the Build vs. Buy Equation
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Tomorrow is National Model Aviation Day! That Means You Too, Drone Flyers.
Get out tomorrow and celebrate your hobby with your family. Tomorrow is National Model Aviation Day - and that includes drone flyers! Learn more about flying, inspire newcomers, and enjoy activities and events with other recreational operators in your local community. Check out the link in the press release below to see what's happening near you! The following is an AMA … [Read more...] about Tomorrow is National Model Aviation Day! That Means You Too, Drone Flyers.
The FAA is Seeking Stakeholder Input on Recreational Drone Operator Testing
The FAA is moving forward on changes in regulations for recreational drone operators. The passage of the FAA Reauthorization Package repealed Section 336 of the federal code and opened the way for new regulations for recreational operators, which had previously been considered "model aircraft" and exempt from any new laws. The repeal was lauded by many in the defense … [Read more...] about The FAA is Seeking Stakeholder Input on Recreational Drone Operator Testing
Watch: Cinematic Footage from Skydio’s New Drone
Skydio has released footage captured by its upcoming drone. As we reported in July, the company is set to build on the success of the R1 with a new drone this Fall. That's about all we knew until today, when the following statement was sent out to subscribers via email. Building a drone that can actually fly itself and avoid obstacles is an incredible challenge. In fact, … [Read more...] about Watch: Cinematic Footage from Skydio’s New Drone
You Can Now Buy An Anamorphic Lens… For Your DJI Drone
If you haven't heard of anamorphic lenses before, you've almost certainly seen and enjoyed the results of their application. They're most commonly used in Hollywood, and are a key element behind the cinematic visuals and production value we have come to associate with movies on the big screen. Anamorphic lenses produce a distinct aspect ratio that differs from your everyday … [Read more...] about You Can Now Buy An Anamorphic Lens… For Your DJI Drone
