Drones Beginner's Tips
Drones have revolutionized the way we capture both people and places. Before they hit the scene, those views and vantage points were simply not possible without a helicopter and a Hollywood budget. So, it makes total sense that you'd want to take one on a vacation or weekend getaway, giving yourself a cool and unique way to preserve memories for years to come. However, a drone is a lot different than a camera and requires some special considerations when travelling with one.
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Whether you're travelling within your own country or
Choosing the best drone for your needs depends on several key factors, including the intended application, your skill level, budget, and more. To help you find the drone that best suits your needs, we've put together this comprehensive guide on what to look for when shopping for a drone.
What Are the Different Types of Drones?
Before diving into which drone is right for you, let's quickly recap the different types of
The best accessories for your drone can help optimize performance and enhance your overall flight experience. But with so many drone accessories on the market, how do you know which accessories are essential and which are excessive? To help clear up some of the confusion, we’ve put together a list of must-have drone accessories, including essential add-ons like memories cards, spare batteries, and more.
Memory Cards
If you plan
Don't let an empty sky fool you. The air above our heads is just as filled with restrictions and regulations as the ground we stand on. However, unlike on land, there are no clear and visible signs to follow up there. Regardless, pilots are responsible for not violating these invisible boundaries. In this article we'll go over restricted airspace in general, explain how you can learn where to legally go, and even how to (maybe) gain access to prohibited areas in real-time!
Now Not Entering the "No Drone Zone"
The term "
Seat belts? Check. Mirrors? Check. When you operate a car, there's a set of tasks that you perform in order to get to your destination safe and sound. It's no different when it comes to piloting a drone. Pilots, like drivers, have a responsibility to ensure the trip is safe for everyone. In this article we'll go over some drone dos and don'ts, you'll get a couple of pre-flight checklists that you can follow before every flight, and we’ll touch on some safety accessories you can get for your drone to help make every flight as safe as possible.
When researching drones, have you come across the term "FPV" and wondered what exactly that means and whether it might be a technology you would be interested in? Let this article answer those questions and more, as we introduce you to this very specific type of drone. We’ll go over exactly what it is, the types of FPV drones and technology available, and some tips if you're seriously thinking about taking the plunge into this thrilling piloting experience.
Jump Into the Cockpit
FPV is an acronym that stands for "First-Person View.” Normally
What could arguably be the most important feature of a drone, "return to home" is designed to make sure you get your aircraft back in one piece. However, not all RTH features are created equal. There are times you may not even want to use it. We'll quickly go over this essential feature to show how it works and some tips on how to use it effectively.
How Does RTH Work?
At the heart of the return to home feature is GPS. That’s right, the same technology you use to drive to the store without getting lost is the same thing your drone uses to know
Welcome to Drones 101. We know you're eager to actually fly a drone, but before you can lay your hands on a remote control, it's probably best to learn the basics so you can pick the drone that best suits your goals as a new pilot. In this article we'll talk about the different types of drones that are available, then go into essential terminology and some of the more significant drone features. We'll lay it all out in an easy to understand way, so you'll quickly be armed with the information you'll need to head over to
As a licensed drone pilot and B&H’s preeminent authority on drone crashes, I know a thing or two about “hard landings.” Hardware malfunction, software failure, and pilot error—I’ve wrestled with them all. To help you avoid some of my more spectacular mishaps, I’ve condensed several years of lessons into a handy preflight checklist. Observe these preflight checks and precautionary measures, and your flights will go a lot smoother than many of mine.
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