from Mitch Solomon of aironovo.com Since its publication in early 2013, AUVSI’s The Economic Impact of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration in the United States has become the gold standard forecast for the commercial drone market, garnering media attention typically reserved for celebrity weddings and babies born to royalty. It’s primary forecast is that the UAS market … [Read more...] about Why AUVSI Got Its Drone Market Forecast Wrong
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Demonstration Touts Drone Versatility
from therepublic.com An unmanned aircraft the size of a push lawnmower was launched shortly after a report of a person being held at knifepoint. With red, green and white lights flashing below its rotors, the drone slowly circled the scene and relayed sharp images to those watching from afar on a digital screen. The mock police scene that played out Tuesday kicked off an … [Read more...] about Demonstration Touts Drone Versatility
AUVSI Drone Prize 2014 Now Accepting Submissions
Drone Prize 2014 is a nationwide contest that brings hobbyists together to help make the world a better place, and award fabulous prizes at the same time! Heres how it works: Use your drone or UAV for the public good. Contact someone who could use the aerial perspective to enhance their work or passion. Submit a video documenting your successful mission to Drone … [Read more...] about AUVSI Drone Prize 2014 Now Accepting Submissions
Film or Farm: Which is the Bigger Drone Market? – Part 2
This is Part 2 in a two-part series that summarizes my views on why video/film/cinema – not agriculture and farming — will be the largest driver of sUAS commercial businesses. In Part 1, I explore thoughts on the market for video/film/cinema, and below I outline why I believe agriculture will lag in market uptake. The March 2013 market study produced by the Association of … [Read more...] about Film or Farm: Which is the Bigger Drone Market? – Part 2
Film or Farm: Which is the Bigger Drone Market? – Part 1
This is Part 1 in a two-part series that summarizes my views on why video/film/cinema – not agriculture and farming — will be the largest driver of sUAS commercial businesses. In this part I explore thoughts on the market for video/film/cinema, and below I outline why I believe film and video will lead in market uptake. In Part 2 I’ll outline why I believe agriculture will lag … [Read more...] about Film or Farm: Which is the Bigger Drone Market? – Part 1
