There is a thriving market for used or second-hand drones out there. This is perhaps a result of new drone models being released multiple times a year. Nowadays, you don’t have to wait a long time to buy an upgraded version of your drone. To save money, selling your used drone is always an option.
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As the month of July rolls in, we become blessed with longer days and hotter weather. This is typically the perfect season for outdoor activities including hiking, lounging at the beach, and taking your drone out to fly. The summer months usually provide a great environment for drone flight. Not only do you benefit from
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Just a few days ago, the FAA officially launched the TRUST – a knowledge test designed for recreational drone pilots. Pilot Institute is proud to be chosen as one of the FAA Approved Test Administrators for TRUST. Our official TRUST gateway can be found here. We have also prepared a free online course designed specifically
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The FAA has released The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). All recreational drone pilots in the US need to take it to fly legally. You can take TRUST with Pilot Institute. We are an FAA authorized Test Administrator. It’s entirely free to take and all your data other than the token number is deleted after
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When flying a drone, you quickly learn to keep an eye out for potential hazards. This is easier when hazards are visible such as trees, buildings, or even a flock of birds. However, some hazards may not be as easy to spot. Flying in urban areas means having to fly near sources of electromagnetic interference.
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In January 2021, the drone industry made a landmark achievement when the FAA approved the first fully automated drone operations. This is just one of several recent milestones that seem to signal that the FAA and the federal government are pushing forward for the more widespread commercial use of drones. There are many things that
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The Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) system has proven to be a very useful tool for drone pilots, both professional and recreational. However, it’s still not perfect. As of June 2021, only 732 airports allow drone flight through LAANC. If the airport near you is not on this list, you will have to
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Unsurprisingly, drone technology has proven to be a game-changer in the field of survey mapping. Drones provide an aerial perspective without the logistical complexities of having to fly a helicopter. With the recent improvements in drone technology, drones have become a lot more capable of mapping with more sophisticated sensors and receivers. However, certain mapping
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One reason for the surge in popularity of modern drones is the ease with which they can be used. Through arrays of sensors and smart features, anyone can pick up a drone and learn to fly it in less than an hour. However, an over-reliance on user-friendly drone flight features can put you in trouble
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Batteries are some of the most essential accessories for your drone whether you’re flying commercially or for fun. If you’ve been flying drones for some time, you probably already have an array of spare batteries that you cycle through regularly. Given the importance of drone batteries, it is also crucial to get the most out
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