As you know, we often feature videos from drone pilots, along with a brief interview. Today, we’re going to mix things up by highlighting some terrific aerial photography.
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Scott Simmie is a career multi-platform journalist now specializing in drones and other technology content creation.
He’s worked at senior levels for CBC National News and the Toronto Star, reporting from such locations as China, Russia, Thailand, Ethiopia and more. While at The Star, he covered the X Prize in Mojave – the competition that led to Virgin Galactic and sparked space tourism. He has reported from multiple conflict zones, as an EMMY Nominee, and is the co-author of three best-selling, non-fiction books.
Scott has been working in the world of drones since late 2014. His clients have included DJI.
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France bans drones for specific monitoring, citing privacy concerns
The privacy watchdog in France has banned the use of drones for the purpose of monitoring people during the pandemic and also by law enforcement as a generic monitoring tool. Some groups had been arguing that drone camera use since the pandemic was overly intrusive and an invasion of privacy.
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For those of you who were watching the Blue Origin rocket flight today, you might have noticed some great video taken from the air. If you thought there were drones involved… you were right!
Expand Expanding CloseDJI’s 2020 showreel video showcases oustanding drone shots
DJI dropped a new video on YouTube today. It’s not to promote any specific new product, but rather a showreel highlighting some of the most jaw-dropping shots captured during 2020. And yes, as you’d expect, it’s good.
Expand Expanding CloseUse an FPV simulator to learn, and avoid the crashes
Want to learn FPV? Before you head out and slam something into a tree, first practice in a situation where those sorts of mishaps don’t result in repairs. Fly a simulator.
Expand Expanding CloseNYPD, US Army, carried out drone detection trials in NYC
The ability to detect drones is important. And, over the course of two nights last fall, a division of the NYPD carried out an ambitious exercise designed to test multiple drone detection technologies.
Expand Expanding CloseDJI’s FPV Goggles V2: Old look, new features
As you’ve likely heard, DJI sort of released its upgraded digital FPV goggles. We say sort of because the product appeared in the store and then promptly disappeared again. Some influencers, however, have already had a look.
Expand Expanding CloseDraganfly drone set to disinfect stadiums from COVID-19: Video
A new video released by Dragonfly shows a new capability for one of its products: spraying disinfectant over seats and surfaces in stadiums.
Expand Expanding CloseSony Airpeak drone features Gremsy gimbal
As you’ve likely heard, Sony revealed the first clear look at its new Airpeak drone this week. It’s a high-end unit intended for professional aerial photography and cinematography. But it’s not all made by Sony.
Expand Expanding CloseVoliro inspection drone can measure thickness – and even drill holes
Another unique drone design has caught our attention. The Voliro drone, for reasons you’re about to see, can do things that others simply can’t.
Expand Expanding CloseEHang’s passenger-carrying drone a key step in Urban Air Mobility
China’s EHang took another great leap forward in its push toward Urban Air Mobility. A new video hints that its passenger-carrying drone is ready to start UAM services in one Chinese city.
Expand Expanding CloseCheck out this amazing FPV snocross video
Ever heard of snocross? Think motocross combined with snowmobiles. Now picture an FPV drone following the action.
Expand Expanding CloseThis Lynchpin Contest drone has astonishing flight abilities
We always enjoy coming across a drone that has new capabilities. And we’ve never seen a drone like this one.
Expand Expanding CloseWhy Sony’s new Airpeak drone is a big deal
Sony unveiled its new Airpeak drone yesterday. There aren’t many details yet, and the company hasn’t released specifications. But this is, in our view, very significant news.
Expand Expanding CloseAuterion hires former DJI heavyweight Romeo Durscher
Romeo Durscher, who for years was the public safety face of DJI, has been hired by Auterion. The company is an open-source drone software platform, and Durscher will be the new vice-president of public safety. He brings a wealth of experience to the company, as well as an outstanding reputation amongst First Responders.
Expand Expanding CloseSony unveils burley Airpeak drone that looks to take on DJI Matrice 600
Sony has finally taken the wraps off of its new Airpeak drone. The name “Airpeak” refers to the company’s new line of drones, with today’s model intended for high-end photography and videography using the Alpha series of cameras.
Expand Expanding CloseSkydio X2 recognized with CES 2021 Best of Innovation Award
The Skydio X2 – an AI-enhanced drone made for Enterprise and First Responder use – has been recognized with an award prior to CES 2021. The virtual convention gets fully under way January 12.
Expand Expanding CloseFAA: Don’t fly over stadiums
The FAA is hoping a new reminder, along with some graphics, might result in people keeping their drones well clear of stadiums at game-time.
Expand Expanding CloseDJI wants its loaner Mini 2 back – bummer
I knew this day would come. But now that it’s here, I’ve got a sinking feeling in my gut: DJI wants me to return its loaner Mini 2.
Expand Expanding CloseFlying your drone this winter? Follow these tips
It’s getting colder in the Northern Hemisphere. And that’s because, duh, winter. But what does this mean for flying your drone? Let’s have a look.
Expand Expanding CloseWill it be legal to fly DJI’s new FPV drone? People are asking…
We’ve had a number of inquiries about whether it will be legal to fly DJI’s new FPV drone (when it’s eventually released). Of course, the same regulations would apply to all FPV drones, not just a DJI product. We knew the answer, but thought it would be good to take a deeper dive.
Expand Expanding CloseSkydio CEO appointed to FAA’s Drone Advisory Committee (DAC)
Skydio today announced that CEO Adam Bry has been appointed the US Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Drone Advisory Committee. He joins 34 other executives from the drone industry in this important role.
Expand Expanding CloseSwiss startup designs intuitive, single-handed FPV drone controller
How would you like to fly an FPV drone with a single hand — and no sticks? The option will be coming to you sooner than you might think.
Expand Expanding CloseA look at charges against Canadian drone pilots
We believe rules are there for a reason. And both the Federal Aviation Administration and its Canadian equivalent, Transport Canada, have tried to strike a balance between maintaining safe airspace and letting drone pilots go about their business. But there will always be those who ignore the rules.
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