(Source: argusleader.com) Shortly after he became the proud owner of a Phantom drone, Tom Simmons realized he had a cutting-edge new toy, but not necessarily a tool he could use for his business. "I said, 'OK, we're going to go out and take some pictures of our real estate listings,' " said Simmons, a broker with Nelson Property Consultants. "After a little research, I … [Read more...] about In South Dakota, Drones Lead to New Business Ideas
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Video of the Day 7/12/15: South Dakotan Drone Program Highlights Safe Usage
(Source: ktiv.com) UAV, better known as drone, technology is quickly becoming more popular, and with that, comes a more widespread interest in them. Larry Crabb, a photographer and pilot who is an amateur UAV flier of three years, taught a program for those interested at the Betty Strong Encounter Center on Sunday. He discussed just how popular they are becoming and how … [Read more...] about Video of the Day 7/12/15: South Dakotan Drone Program Highlights Safe Usage
Drones Bring Promise, Concern to Agriculture
(Source: argusleader.com) The day is coming when drones are going to be as important to South Dakota farmers as field computers, GPS controls and auto steering. It's going to be a while yet. The Federal Aviation Administration is still taking public comments on its proposed rules for commercial unmanned aircraft before signing off on anything. But farmers can … [Read more...] about Drones Bring Promise, Concern to Agriculture
TODAY Show – Feds Crack Down on ‘Shoot a Drone’ Gatherings
Video: A new twist on skeet shooting – using drones for target practice – has authorities turning up at some firing ranges to stop the practice. The Feds say the gatherings are illegal. NBC’s Kerry Sanders reports. First off, I am amazed and impressed that 'shoot a drone' gatherings are a thing. And after seeing it in action, I get it. I think skeet shooting is loads of … [Read more...] about TODAY Show – Feds Crack Down on ‘Shoot a Drone’ Gatherings
School of Mines Uses Drones to Find Students
from rapidcityjournal.com As a menacing black drone hovered inches from his face, Dayton Obago broke out a goofy smile. The drone was on a mission to find kidnapped hostages, and he was having a good time. The remote pilots, however, were not the police or Air Force officers. They were Native American high school juniors who are finding themselves on the radar screen … [Read more...] about School of Mines Uses Drones to Find Students
