Sponsored post by Kristine Kiernan , Embry-Riddle — Whether you are a novice pilot taking your new drone out of its box for the first time, or an experienced Part 107 professional drone pilot, there are dozens of opportunities to learn and grow in your skills and abilities. But with so many options, how do you know where to start? Here are my top five ways to improve your … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Become a Better Drone Pilot
Drone Education
NC College Launches Drone Academy for Public Safety
A North Carolina college is offering a bird’s-eye view to enhanced public-safety innovation with the opening of a drone academy this fall. Located 50 miles south of Greensboro, Montgomery Community College will launch the NC Public Safety Drone Academy to prepare regional emergency service members and first responders with the needed tools to become effective and … [Read more...] about NC College Launches Drone Academy for Public Safety
It’s a Whole New Way of Learning to Fly: Zephyr Drone Simulator
As the commercial drone industry expands, so do drone training programs - helping the next generation of flyers to get their Part 107 licenses and prepare for new jobs in the industry. Those training classes are getting some new tools. Little Arms Studios, a leading developer of professional-grade simulation solutions, has announced a strategic partnership SkyOp, LLC, one … [Read more...] about It’s a Whole New Way of Learning to Fly: Zephyr Drone Simulator
3 Things You Can Do to Kickstart Your Career in Drones – While You Work
The drone industry is growing fast. AUVSI's 2016 economic report estimates that the industry will provide over 100,000 jobs by 2025, with an economic impact of over $80 billion. Since Part 107 was enacted last year, thousands of companies are realizing the benefits of drone technologies. If you're a working professional ready to make a move into a new, growth-oriented … [Read more...] about 3 Things You Can Do to Kickstart Your Career in Drones – While You Work
Commercial Drone Alliance: Project Wing Exec Takes Chairman Seat on Board
The Commercial Drone Alliance has announced that Laura Ponto, the Head of Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs for Project Wing at X, has been appointed to serve as Chairman of the Board. The Commercial Drone Alliance is a 501c6 non-profit dedicated to enabling commercial drone market growth. The group, co-led by industry veterans Gretchen West and Lisa Ellman of … [Read more...] about Commercial Drone Alliance: Project Wing Exec Takes Chairman Seat on Board
