Hello. First an excellent video! I recently retired from the FAA as an ASI/UAS, aka Drone Focal point, and the one that investigated all the drone issues in my district. Currently I am a UAS DRONE PRO for the district, (volunteer educator). Your 7 ways are spot on, and I wish all operators would watch it. If i may add two items of interest, first the LAANC authorization confirmation number SHOULD be documented, either on the preflight checklist or anywhere. By the way 107 does require a preflight inspection, it is up to the operator to prove this preflight for each flight. The FAA has the ability to verify this LAANC number/date and time, and operator authorization. Without proof it is your word against theirs, or the complainant's. It is advisable to keep this data for as long as you own the drone, at least 2 years. Secondly, you mentioned it and I am glad you did is the maintenance record. It is the operators responsibility, (in lieu of an airworthiness certificate) to keep/ensure the Drone is in an airworthy condition. When I was talking with, aka investigating, an operator i would ask for proof of airworthiness of the UAS. This was often followed by a blank stare. I would ask a follow up question, "What is your Drone hit a person and caused serious injury, can you prove that you were flying an airworthy aircraft?" remember saying so is not the same as showing documentation. Lastly, yes I know I said a couple things , but you are spot on with having the right attitude with the FAA. Having a willing and able attitude will always side in your favor. It is a program called the FAA's Compliance Program. I will be hosting a zoom/ poss a webinar that discusses how the complaint process works and how operators should react to "the call". Again thanks again for he great video One last foot note: UAS flight records can be requested by the FAA, and when provided, (in my experience) has helped the UAS operator prove that they were flying with the rules.

@51Drones

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@thedebatemechannel4746

3 жыл бұрын

Can we stop calling quadcopters/helicopters drones? They are RC helicopters. It was the media that started calling them drones because they sounds scary (viewers alarmed by thinking kids are buying Predator drones now). It's so bad that most hobbyist don't even seen to realize that they are flying helicopters.

@thedebatemechannel4746

3 жыл бұрын

UAVs

@StevenTheGeek

3 жыл бұрын

@@thedebatemechannel4746 But they are drones. I've not read in any definition that a UAV only becomes a drone once weaponised. You can not replace the word with RC Helicopters in the context of FAA, you would have to use UAV. But UAV doesn't exactly roll off the tongue so I'd much rather use Drone. I mean, I can tell my DJI to take off, fly 12km away, snap a photo and come back and land, all without touching the controller. If that isn't a drone then what is?

@NonyaDamnbusiness

3 жыл бұрын

DJI has recognized that their line of consumer/prosumer drones are cutting into their enterprise market as well as possibly raising the ire of the FAA which is why the firmware on their new Mini 2 and Mavic Air 2 models do not allow for full-on autonomous flights like the previous models did. They were the first to implement "no fly" zones into their DJI Fly app after all. You also can't "store" the waypoint/flight plan on the drone itself anymore and a constant connection with the controller is required for those 2 new models otherwise they go into RTH mode. I think going forward they're going to do the same with all new consumer-level models they produce, probably to push more sales of their more expensive enterprise/prosumer models. And this may just be a desperate bid to try to "lead the way" and prostrate before the U.S. government, especially now that DJI is on "The List" of Chinese Communist Party-friendly companies that U.S. companies can't supply certain technologies to. Since GPS-waypoint autonomous flight paths no not implemented at the firmware level in the new models - something they could easily re-add back to future firmware updates - they're intentionally crippling them. All I see is an opening for U.S. and French-made (Parrot) companies to eat DJI's lunch if they could only expand on their features and bring their pricing down, which is hard to do considering they have to follow free market rules and aren't being propped up by the Communist Chinese Party like DJI is. Not familiar with other drone manufacturers and their models so not sure if the rest of the consumer market is moving in that direction, but I don't think it is or ever will be. Meh. I just got my Part 107 cert, registered & labeled my drone, and use a checklist just to keep the FAA and the legions of Karens off my ass about it. I wish rather than funding gender programs in Pakistan the U.S. government would fund the FAA's drone registration section instead so we don't have to pay $5 to register a drone.

I avoid all of this by flying in the middle of no where, which is in the middle of Montana! It’s awesome!

@geezerpleasers_OG

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. As a beginner, I do most of my flying on public land in the Mojave Desert, or similar (which of course must not be a congressionally-designated wilderness area). I have a blast and get some great video on areas of the Old Spanish Trail. I don't post it, mostly because it sucks. I'm still learning on a beginner drone with no gimbal. So, the whole question of whether you can fly with the intent of posting on social media is moot to me.

@droneguynh6371

3 жыл бұрын

When flying for fun I try to fly in the middle of nowhere as well. I do have my part 107 so I regularly fly around areas where all of this information is very relevant.

@Adventureswithbecky

3 жыл бұрын

Lol love this!

@nocare

3 жыл бұрын

There is plenty of nowhere around me but not enough flat ground to take off and land. Would be nice if I lived in a flatter state.

@tundrawhisperer4821

3 жыл бұрын

@@nocare where’s “nowhere” for you?

I got my drone just to have fun, with all of the rules in the beginning then all the changes plus the rules that are soon to come, it just don't feel like much fun anymore

@yerpster

3 жыл бұрын

Gov’mnt ruins the fun for everyone, again.

@comment_deleted

3 жыл бұрын

@@yerpster Government is nothing but a parasite. Destroys everything,

@slapdat.byteme

3 жыл бұрын

Do like me... ignore them, fly rogue, have fun.

@solgoode1

3 жыл бұрын

Here's a tip to make it fun again. Ignore all that crap and just fly. They're not concerned with safety, they just want to start a billing cycle with drone hobbyists. 400 AGL will NEVER cause a problem with manned aircraft, unless you're breaking the law and violating their airspace where they take off and land.

@stevesanacore7459

3 жыл бұрын

@@solgoode1 Except for coastlines where helicopters and planes can legally fly as low as they like over the water on the edge of the beach. As someone who spends time in helicopters I can assure you that they may be below 400' AGL anywhere for various reasons dong their jobs. The unofficial cruising altitude for helicopters is 500', quite close to the 400' limit drones are asked to abide by. If people ignore the rules, eventually it will be illegal to fly them at all unless on assignment with a licensed pilot.

As a newer drone pilot, this is exactly the advice I needed. Thank you 🙏

This is one of the most informative drone videos I've ever seen. Thank you for clearly laying this out, armed with knowledge it's easy to be confident and polite when people get upsetti over seeing something they don't like. I really enjoyed the tip about not engaging with people until you land your drone, and clearly stating that. That's a great move, as it shows professionalism and an earnest focus on safety.

This is the best video I've seen on the subject after 6 years of flying three different drones and have had a pt.107 for the last 3. Great job!

Without a doubt this is the MOST VALUABLE drone related video I have ever seen. EVERY single point that the author makes is valuable. I will watch this video many times and I will take notes for sure. It is very reassuring to know for SURE that you are flying within the law. Thanks so much for this video! I really appreciate it!

Great info Russ.... Much appreciated. Having taught at an FAA certified school for A&P mechanics , I've had many "positive" engagements with the local FAA FSDO. Your point about being professional, and non-argumentative when dealing with the FAA is really the best policy. At one point we had to rewrite, and submit a new curriculum for FAA Approval (local level). We had to make some corrections as required, which we did. I found if you work with them, they will work with you. Our local office at the time was interested more in educating than filing violations. (True not all people have had positive encounters. Usually depends on one's personal attitude, on both sides.) As you noted, being prepared with the type of items you listed, goes a long way with the FAA in addressing any alleged infractions. Really can't stress enough, that all recreational pilots and especially Part 107, try to incorporate your suggestions into their normal flying routines.

I am a newly Part 107 certified pilot. This is extremely helpful! I really liked how you have a laminated sheet for folks to read until the drone is landed. As pilots, we should be focused on the mission and safely flying the drones, not answering questions mid flight. This is something that I'm going to incorporate into my routines.

Great video Russ. Well researched and well said. Thanks for posting!

@51Drones

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kelly! Appreciate it!

@thejimmy6533

3 жыл бұрын

@geop110 Please post a link to your video with all the pertinent info we need to know. Thanks.

@thejimmy6533

3 жыл бұрын

@geop110 And yet, here you are trying to make yourself sound more important than him.

@davidlyle9645

2 жыл бұрын

@geop110 Well then keep your negative comments to yourself!

My wife got me a DJI Mini 2 for Christmas, as a beginner pilot I've watched a lot of videos about drones but yours is so far the most educative and informative. Thank you!!

Great tips. Everyone getting into drones should see this video first, alone with some that have been flying for a while. Thanks Russ.

Good stuff, thank you. Even thought I'm not happy with the FAA right now, I appreciate you keeping it positive. Need examples of how to do it the right way.

Fantastic information and great tips. “Separation is in the preparation” and your spot on by having a laminated checklist to help while flying. I’m going to use that as well. Thank yoU!

Great video Russ! Very informative and well presented. Thanks for helping the amateur drone pilot community become more informed and giving us the knowledge to protect ourselves.

Your complete transparent straight up attitude was SO appreciated and refreshing. And you had me laughing at certain parts. Thank you.

I was actually highly impressed how easy it was to apply and get LAANCE Approval. I was nervous about messing it up and really was caught off guard when all you needed was to fill out the form appropriately hit send and then wait. Then you get and email and a text. It’s very nice and so far it’s been granted within 5 mins each time.

Good one! Being polite is a lost art. So true.

Champlin, MN -Good video Russ, and thanks for sharing. I really appreciate you keeping us up to speed on the reg changes.

Hi Russ. We have the same issues here in Ireland, yes watching from the Emerald Isle. Great video, as usual. Stay safe and fly well my friend.

Great video! I would love to see more about your lamented paper you carry around, that’s a great idea that I think I should implement.

Thanks for the tips Russ! I had someone approach me a few weeks ago mid-flight when I was sticking to all the rules - I think I might put together a document like your laminated one! 🤩😉

I just came from your latest video and I have to say how you explain everything, rules & regulations is SO easy to follow. I know seeing I live in Sydney, Australia some of the rules and regulations here could be different so I WILL be checking it all out with the appropriate authorities from here in Australia. Once again a HUGE thank you for explaining everything in an easy to follow way, especially for us people are getting their very first drone :) Appreciate the time and effort you put into your very informative videos 👌🏻

"basic decency is not submitting," is my favorite quote of the year. Great video.

“Becoming a lost art these days.” Sad but true. New drone pilot here, and I really appreciate the quality information you share. I really like the laminated sheet with “don’t engage with me until I’ve landed the drone”

@salvagemonster3612

3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh I don’t care. None Drone Pilot here

The drone community needs to form a lobby.

@SleepyTom2165

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, there needs to be a drone equivalent to the NRA or SEMA.

@flynncowboy

3 жыл бұрын

@@embearasedbear3694 Do you realize that forming a "Lobby" is the adult method of not being "Pussies" right -

@flynncowboy

3 жыл бұрын

What about the AMA ( RC Model Group ) Are they not involed in Drones ?

@jsamc

3 жыл бұрын

DONOT FLY YOUR DRONES IN RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS ! it ain't polite.

@RichKolasa

3 жыл бұрын

@@jsamc I fly wherever it is LEGAL. Your idea of 'polite' isn't a law.

Great video, thank you for all your still doin for our community!

From eastern Oklahoma, this is probably one of the most important drone videos there are out there. Thanks for all your research and for sharing it to everyone to learn from!

Great information Russ. Need a refresher now and again.

I always go into flights nervous about what people will do but so far, I have had nothing but positive engagement and high interest in what I am doing.

@Musicman1017YT

3 жыл бұрын

Same!!

@billgoldly3962

3 жыл бұрын

sounds like you're not in the States ! governments would be better doing gun control .... guns are way more deadly than drones .... I'd hate to go to school there, always fearing a loony with guns .... most drone people want to make nice cinema graphic movies of interesting places ....people need to be ' set at ease ' about what dronies do ..... start a positive group who wants to extol the virtues ... perhaps

I'm glad someone takes this seriously. As a kid I was always into aviation and started private pilot ground training when I was 15 but never was able to afford to finish, rental and gas was just too expensive in 2008. That training certainly helped me prepare for the part 107 certification, many folks don't realize how important it is to ensure you're being cautious about your flying. If you're in the middle of nowhere in the desert, maybe it doesn't matter so much but urban flying requires some extra knowledge to ensure you're being safe.

Thanks for the engaging and really informative video. I’m a UK-based viewer, but still find a lot of your advice really helpful when flying over here. Keep up the good work!

I am new to flying a drone and your videos are very helpful. Thank you Russ.

@michaelbenedicto5635

3 жыл бұрын

I say video did you use mavic air also like me

Model aircraft have been around since the 40s. It wasn't until last year that the Federal Aviation Administration felt it needed to get involved. When a federal agency is asked to get involved in any issue it usually becomes a huge solution in search of a problem.

@Syncopator

2 жыл бұрын

Good point, are gas powered RV airplane models subject to these kinds of rules? Does it matter if a flying gadget has a camera or not?

@dallasfortworthfoundationr8215

Жыл бұрын

It was about the time Ukraine started dropping grenades with drones...

@charlestrent4453

Жыл бұрын

I think the FAA went overboard on this Drone think. Yes safety is important, but do we need to take same test as one that’s flying an passenger airplane to fly a drone safely.

Great video for a beginner. You answered more questions in 11 minutes than I've seen in videos 4x that long!

Some of the Very Best Advice I Have Seen regarding drone flight and pilot conduct ! Thank You !

The FAA is really dropping the hammer on drone KZreadrs.

@charleswood6332

3 жыл бұрын

Good.

@dingalarm

2 жыл бұрын

The FAA shouldn't be monetizing the airspace, anyway (via registration) !! 😠 Safety should be their only concern !

@rjlewis3932

2 жыл бұрын

@@dingalarm It costs money to regulate airspace and yes, it needs to be regulated for safety reason. $5 per every 3 years certainly isn’t excessive.

Just fly undetected like I do. No one has ever seen me fly my mavics. If they saw it they would have no idea where I am. I dont understand people flying overhead around people and the police being called. Not necessary. After the media named quadcopters drones people that know nothing about them hate them so its best to just fly without anyone knowing it. I just hope they get some sensible rules together. I mean making it illegal to fly on private property through the woods using goggles is not dangerous and will never stop. I think with rules like that people will just not follow any of them.

@kekistaniterrorist6630

3 жыл бұрын

www-forbes-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.forbes.com/sites/jonathanrupprecht/2020/12/17/drone-pilot-received-182000-proposed-fine/amp/ kick rocks, keep your toys out of NAS

@specops1903

3 жыл бұрын

@@kekistaniterrorist6630 lmao 🤣 a trumper leaving articles to read.. what a concept

@kekistaniterrorist6630

3 жыл бұрын

@@specops1903 TDS is a real thing - you need help. identity politics has ruined your life and orange man bad has lived rent free in your head for the past 4 years. thats sad dude. lol.

@specops1903

3 жыл бұрын

@@kekistaniterrorist6630 what's sad is your loyalty to a cult 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣

@kekistaniterrorist6630

3 жыл бұрын

@@specops1903 by the way - muted. bet you wanted last word. you'll never get it. bet that will eat at your soul for the rest of your miserable life.

Hey Russ . I saw you while watching Ken Heron live stream rerun . I'm a hobbyist for just over 2 years and try to fly by using common sense and common courtesy . I do not over people , houses , near airports or any emergency buildings or vehicles . Even though I try to fly safe I really appreciate the heads up to stay within FAA requirements to avoid confrontations with the FAA and protecting our hobby . The pre flight check list is an excellent idea . Thanks so much , great to meet you and a new sub to your channel ! Stay safe and well . 👍👍

@jesseamaya4413

3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh common sense,,,, in such short supply in this day in age. I've been flying rc aircraft off and on for 30+ years and I just though it was common knowledge to stay away from people/airports/aircraft, do NOT operate in a flight path/land as quickly as possible if any full sized aircraft enters the space where you are flying. And keeping line of sight was/is a necessity.

As an Airline Transport Pilot and Part 107 certificate holder I totally agree with what you have presented in this video! Well done! Great information.

@hughes2698

3 жыл бұрын

Looks like if we can fly a real aircraft we shouldnt need another rating for a toy.

Thanks Russ! Very informative! However, on the recent "Alien Drones" video, Keith has a FAA rep on the phone and asked him about posting videos on social media. What the rep said (paraphrasing) "By posting a video, even if not for compensation, requires a 107 cert. because you are "promoting" yourself. That was a surprise to the host and me. You may want to double-check! Keep up the great work!

@dronepilotcontractors4094

3 жыл бұрын

I can see that interpretation, however, someone with a KZread Channel that just post family vacation videos and is not monetizing the channel and derives no benefit from it other than oos and ahs would be in a great position to tell the FAA no case. The keyword really is benefit. Money is one but trading services is another so if the vacation guy does a video for someone who in turn gives him a FREE night at his B&B, there is the Benefit the FAA could present in a case.

@t.s.thomas02

3 жыл бұрын

Shayne, I saw that video by Keith too. By using the word “channel” that gets to be confusing. This posting, is my personal account with family stuff, which *MAY* constitute a channel, since YT calls it that. I don’t think of it that way. On the other hand, I have other YT sign-ins, not monetized, at least not yet, which clearly could be promoted as “channels” which I take to mean that it has something like a theme to it. You and I were a bit surprised by the interpretation on Keith’s video which unfortunately *may* extend to any YT channel. And that’s unfortunate because some nameless, faceless bureaucrat, however nice he may be on the phone, however well-intentioned he may think he is, just doesn’t get to make up interpretations as he goes along. Except that they do sometimes. Ugh.

As a certificated private pilot, I find this video a great update to common knowledge that everyone flying should have. Thanks! I had a suspension on my certificate about 12 years ago and I learned that half the people who work for the FAA are lawyers. I was polite but I had a difficult time with them nonetheless. I found them to be demanding, arrogant, possessing feelings of self-entitlement, and other undesirable qualities. That may have changed but a bureaucrat will likely remain a bureaucrat. Can you possibly make your laminated explanation sheet available to your subscribers? Anyway, thanks for another great video Russ.

@PileofBrass

3 жыл бұрын

There's a reason an attorney works for the government. They can't make it on their own. They arent accountable to anyone if they are government paid.

@StokesFamilyCO

3 жыл бұрын

Pilot friend of mine jokes that the FAA’s slogan is “We’re not happy until you’re not happy”

@gussegredo

3 жыл бұрын

@@HoundDogMech grow up

@CU76Tiger

3 жыл бұрын

I would love to have a copy of the laminated sheet for haters to read.

Wow Russ! I needed that video. I have a Mavic2 zoom. I’ve only flown it a handful of time due to the fact of not knowing the proper Etiquette and rules. This has been the best video I’ve not had to search for. Thank you for the time and professionalism you put into your videos!! SoDak

Great video and it's crazy that this must be explained. It all boils down to be prepared, use common sense, fly safe, follow rules, and respect authority. Very similar to driving a vehicle.

As a new pilot, I appreciate this information. Yes, some is "common knowledge," but we all know that rules were written in part because people couldn't follow common knowledge.

Can you do a video on the laminated form that you mentioned at 09:52? That's such a great idea!

@IanMcKendrick1

3 жыл бұрын

...or maybe a link to a PDF/DOC that we could download and edit to use ourselves??? Thank you in advance!!

Thanks for sharing and posting. A very helpful guideline and a reminder.

Outstanding vid and info. Thank you for sharing.

"Basic decency is kinda becoming a lost art these days" - LMAO sad but true! Great informative video, thanks for sharing.

@a_mustache_of_great_repute

3 жыл бұрын

Basic decency. Like not recording over someone's private property.

@RichKolasa

3 жыл бұрын

@@a_mustache_of_great_repute You don't own the airspace.

Video was very informative. Is it possible to get a copy of the document you give to someone who walks up to you? Thanks

HUGE THANKS for this video!!! Testing this week and researching everything in order to be successful!!!

Thank you for posting this video. Great content and very helpful.

Many are asking for the document that I take with me each time I fly to tell people what I’m doing. I have posted the general text of it on my Patreon: www.patreon.com/51drones.

@TriangleZone710

3 жыл бұрын

I was about to ask for it while I was watching & really listening to every single point of what you mentioned in your video. Thanks Russ

@princesfpvdrones

3 жыл бұрын

me too!

@brandonrozell4895

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@darkroomprojekt625

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the info ☑️💨

@BenCuthbertson

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Russ!

After all that shit I don’t want to fly I’m going home lol

This video just earned my subscription. Thank you!

Wow. Your video just earned my subscription. Excellent work. More content like this is needed online. Thanks.

The Karen problem is real and serious.

@Joe_Blo

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. They'll go to city councils or HOAs to demand they be banned.

@Angus626

3 жыл бұрын

👍😆

@gunfisher4661

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe it`s not so much a karen problem as it is like the issue my co-worker has. He lives at the edge of farming country ,only a few neighbors a short ways down the road but he has frequently a drone hovering over his property, house and barn. He doesn`t lead a odd life style nor does dabble into any thing illegal but these visits are continuous. I suggested to him since he lives in what they call the county [rural] grab the ole 12 gauge and put an end to the invasion of privacy. In some areas it is permitted to do so if they fly to low.

@noladronelife_6574

3 жыл бұрын

Those Karens may very well be a manned aircraft pilots

@adamjhuber

3 жыл бұрын

Shoot my drone and you are going to prison. I record at my control point as well as on the drone. That video on my iPad of you shooting my drone (aka an aircraft$ out of the sky is going to the local PD as well as the feds. Enjoy Bubba.

Got a link to your boilerplate for the laminated document that you leave out while you fly?

@chendrum2009

3 жыл бұрын

I'd love that as well!

@bridavbai

3 жыл бұрын

Same here.

@KimFieldstad

3 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@brianmayes2451

3 жыл бұрын

Can you please post a copy of the document for people to read while landing.

I have watched many of your videos and you are informative, answer the questions I have, and very professional. Thanks for all you do.

Glad I found your channel. Been the best information I have found on youtube for all the questions I've had.

Thank you for sharing this Russ! Great job. I learned a couple of good tips. I use AirData to keep track of my 107 maintenance (3 M2's) but I would love some thoughts on what some good electronic pre flight checklist tools are to make this process easier.

@dronepilotcontractors4094

3 жыл бұрын

DJI actually has an Android App for that in the the Google Play Store.

Just heard about Mike's (Philly Drone Life)$182,000 fine from the FAA. I'd call that cracking down.

@VOTEREPUBLICANS594

3 жыл бұрын

Democrats robbing and plundering

Enjoyable video, Russ. I’ve heard these stories from other KZreadrs. Every community certainly has it’s guild of Karens. Perhaps out of overreaction, I took down some of my best videos thinking that someone may have thought I flew over a car even though I first checked to see where the car was before proceeding. It almost feels like even those of us who follow the rules out of a strong sense of community responsibility are still at risk of being reported by one of the self-appointed town marshals. Thank you for helping your subscribers remain informed of the developing FAA mandates. All the best, Robert

I am a new drone pilot and I'm grateful for your video. I am receiving a newly ordered Mavic Air 2 on Saturday and I'm in the process of making sure I get my 107 and materials ready to capture some amazing footage. I have about 3 hours of awesome footage from a Mavic Mini 2 that my Dad bought and I'm excited to bring some new and awesome footage to youtube soon. I am subscribed so I will keep watching. Thank you!

I use Air Map. It works really good but now I'm afraid to fly my drones anymore.

@bertsbug

3 жыл бұрын

Why are you afraid now?

@sinebar

3 жыл бұрын

@@bertsbug The size of the hammer the FAA can hit me with. They aren't screwing around anymore with these drones.

@CrazyTechy

3 жыл бұрын

In a recent video, the KZreadr talked to the FAA after someone reported him, and they said even if you are not monetized, you can’t post a video on KZread. You need that Part 107 License to post. The channel is Let’s Be Us.

If you enjoy flying drones you might also enjoy falconry. They can be trained to do many things autonomously to include dropping bio loads on intruding Karens. Best of all, no licensing or restrictions. 🦅

@marioarias9942

3 жыл бұрын

Birds are in the air at the same altitude as drones and in the billions so why isn't there airplane crashing because of birds hundreds of times a day? 🤔

@neo57611

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

@tropictom5996

3 жыл бұрын

@@marioarias9942 I like to think of the 0-400 airspace as the sidewalk. Pedestrians stay on the sidewalk and cars stay on the road. However, they cross paths when a car enters a parking area etc. It’s a decent system but it is built in the concept that the cars will voluntarily stay on the road and the pedestrians will stay on the sidewalk.

@bp-ob8ic

3 жыл бұрын

@@tropictom5996 Good analogy. But, as a helicopter pilot, I can attest that there are many times that we are 'on the sidewalk.' I currently fly Air Ambulance, which entails landing just about anywhere. Also, power companies do extensive work at tree-top level. As I do either, I am constantly looking for the thing (animal or mechanical) that will kill me. Know your area (not just the airspace). That power line you never thought about might be getting inspected today. If you hear sirens, figure out where they are and where they are going (generally) and stay away.

@bp-ob8ic

3 жыл бұрын

@@marioarias9942 there are many bird strikes, most are not catastrophic. My experience has been that most birds react to the sound of my helicopter and dive. My drone does not.

Thank you so much to share this excellent video. I appreciate it very much, and I'm learning a lot of new things about drones, rules, and the best way to fly safely and following the FAA rules. Happy holiday!

Great Video. Thank you for that great information.

In the last 10 years, have you heard of any catastrophic accidents involving aircrafts and drones less than 3 lbs?

@Topic_____542

3 жыл бұрын

Well there was that one guy who flew his drone into the wildfires to get a better shot which cost emergency workers thousands of dollars and possibly lives because they pulled out their helicopters. SMH

@johnbrennan6208

3 жыл бұрын

Happened in Sydney Australia a couple of years ago . @@Topic_____542

@Topic_____542

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnbrennan6208 That sucks. Remember as drone pilots we represent each other. It only takes one drone pilot to mess everything up.

@acoustic4037

3 жыл бұрын

@@Topic_____542 it only takes one moron to over react to nothing at all to mess everything up. We live in a world that punishes those who do nothing wrong.

@SangheiliSpecOp

3 жыл бұрын

@@Topic_____542 yeah

Complaining about using the name “Karen” is such a Karen move.

@aplus1080

3 жыл бұрын

I called a student Karen and she literally told my boss.

@marcustucker8747

3 жыл бұрын

@@aplus1080 and completely proved your point 🤣🤣🤣

@alexpeters7159

3 жыл бұрын

couldn't agree more lol

@LiquidLensPhotography

3 жыл бұрын

LOLLLLLLLLLL!!!

@alanmcclure9546

3 жыл бұрын

i Know a lot of Nancy boys also who act like Karen,,, it was much nicer in the old days when we could lump them all into just one word, "Pussys" which had nothing to do with feline animals or derogatory description of female anatomy. I miss the old days

you are progressing on your production skills and presenting skills , good on ya !

I just bought my first drone for what I hope is the start of a successful business and I want to say, I really appreciate your words of advice and wisdom... Thank you

So, all these same rules apply for a drone weighing 249g EXCEPT the FAA registration? Thanks.

@batuaerial213

3 жыл бұрын

That's correct! Weigh doesn't matter except for the registration. You still have to follow the rules

I worry less about my drone falling on some random person after switching to the Mini 2. Also I don't go out of my way to be noticed flying either so as to avoid as many Karens as possible.

@michaelripple8371

3 жыл бұрын

What is a Karen other than a woman's name

@rexwine

3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelripple8371 Just urban slang for someone who feels overly entitled. Like someone who would call city hall to complain that a funeral procession blocking traffic delayed her shopping trip by 6 minutes.

Thank you so much sir you are indeed a treasure in the drone community keeping us informed and well trained in the art of safely enjoy the drone hobby. Have a wonderful holiday season from us to you and yours.

Great information Russ thank you.

I use the Kittyhawk app for LAANC approval, and I’ve found that it will not give you an approval when flying in unrestricted airspace, because it’s not needed. I’ve tried.

51 Drones: "Don't post videos on KZread of you breaking FAA rules." Everyone who just bought a DJI Mini 2: "Watch me fly this out to 12000 feet. Look at the telemetry, you can see it in the video...the video where I also show my face."

@jrs-sx5jb

3 жыл бұрын

12000 feet is VLOS if you are a cyborg with satellite quality optical sensors for eyes.

@infectedneuronz5995

3 жыл бұрын

my friend lets his buddy track him with strobe and binoculars!

@depellerinluc

3 жыл бұрын

Couple drone channels in CA and HI gonna be next.

@kraggman

3 жыл бұрын

@@depellerinluc I know that HI channel you speak of. Sitting duck.

@VietCakes

3 жыл бұрын

Wait the dji mini has no elevation restrictions?

As a noob, I found this to be the most informative set of data for the current flying scenario (San Diego, Jan 2021). I got my first drone just after you made this, and it answered a lot of the baffling questions i had about the legalities of flying--especially here in California. My area is one of the most beautiful locations in the world to film in, but is so highly regulated that it can be discouraging to someone who is not determined to get out there and fly. The internet is a web of false leads and you really put together a rational set of preventative measures to deal with the FAA and the uninformed Karens (! Very Scary!) in public--very common and aggressive here. The laminated sheet as a preventative measure is pure genius--thank you 51 Drones! BTW, the KittyHawk app shows the answers to questions about nature preserves and local regs, which vary from city to city (B4UFly doesn't), as I explain below: Here in Solana Beach, the Director of Beaches informed me of the local reg: no flying at all on the beaches or parks!, but told me to my face if nobody is around or offended, "you're fine". Conclusion: Plan well, get in, get out, nobody gets hurt. Otherwise there is literally nowhere on the coast around here you can fly. I hope I grow less furtive as I gain confidence and experience...

This video was super helpful! Thank you!

I got my drone license today! Can’t wait to tell off a Karen 😍

@petrub27

3 жыл бұрын

how much it costs you? here is about 900 euros

@incadanman18

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrub27 $10 in Canada lol

@petrub27

3 жыл бұрын

@@incadanman18 ah, no we must be talking about something else; the drone training is not a tener. what the hell, did they test you about how to change the batteries?

@petrub27

3 жыл бұрын

candrone.com/collections/drone-training-certification actually, i found it for you. similar prices

@petrub27

3 жыл бұрын

@Barack Obama you're fired!

My Ex is a Karen! Really!!! Take her; she's yours! Please!!!!! 😩

Awesome video. Being well versed in your rights as well as the publics rights as well as the FAA rules is empowering. I LOVE the laminated page with your introduction, credentials, etc. posted near to you. That is brilliant! Its so professional - its almost a KAREN DETERRENT LOL!

Very good video, along with all of the updates.

I retired my drones. I can see the writing on the wall, this list is only going to get longer.

@terryshrives8322

3 жыл бұрын

I'm about to do the same thing. If not the FAA, it's everyone else. We should have never let it happen to begin with. What ever happened to fighting back?

@billfearheller4179

3 жыл бұрын

@@terryshrives8322 I think the "key word" problem is 'fighting". Somehow we need to find another term..I have no suggestions, but I'm sure some or all of you guys do. I would like to hear (read) them. Be well and stay safe, bf

@diggingattycho7908

3 жыл бұрын

I work in a field that deals with bureaucracy. Honestly there isn't much we can do. Once they start regulating it never stops. I've almost never heard of agencies deregulating. If they do, they will side step. Come at you another way. "Fighting" isn't the word you want to use. I've seen guys that fight get into even more trouble. An individual regulator doesn't really carry any responsibility. The agency does, but an agency like the FAA has far more resources than anybody. You want to fight them good luck, you will loose. Once they make up their mind, we now have to go through all of their hoops and hurdles. And a lot more are coming. Best to try to work with them, but... I think what the FAA want's is all of us out the sky. Sure they will put on a good face. They want to deter millions of drones flying around up there. The first step is to make things difficult for the individual. Then do the slow boil.

@jayphillips4058

3 жыл бұрын

Sadly, and with a good deal of regret, I'm doing that also. I was a private pilot, worked at an FBO, and have a good friend who's a retired airline captain. I've directly/indirectly learned a lot about the FAA. Russ is correct..they're no joke, and if properly motivated and having a bad day anyway, they can ruin a person's life in short order. Not worth it for a 30 second video of digging a culvert crossing in on a remote ranch road..I'll go back to zip-tying my Removu K1 on the excavator boom or a nearby tree or hilltop. My 22 page followers and 3 channel subscribers will just have to learn to live with substandard footage. :-)

@KeithsTVHD1

3 жыл бұрын

Same here, i may just go old school and get a kite.

I’ve registered my drones with the FAA, but will be removing those registration stickers from all my aircraft when Remote ID goes into effect in 2023. No point identifying my RID non-compliance! 😎

@DBZ144

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry but could you elaborate? What is remote ID?

@slapdat.byteme

3 жыл бұрын

@@DBZ144 The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) in the US is putting new rules into effect (September, 2023) that require all unmanned RC aircraft weighing more than 250 grams to be fitted with a remote ID module unless the aircraft is being flown in a “FRIA” (FAA-Recognized Identification Area). Essentially, if you fly an RC drone, plane or helicopter weighing more than 250 grams outside of a FRIA and without RID module, you’ll be violating FAA regulations. Why the big deal? Because the RID openly broadcasts aircraft telemetry and THE LOCATION OF THE TRANSMITTER to anyone who can receive it. It’s like Big Brother monitoring you and your drone. And this ridiculous overreach will likely expand to other countries quickly because UA manufacturers will have to comply. So I’m building my fleet now with non-DJI drones in order to ignore this nonsense.

@slapdat.byteme

3 жыл бұрын

@@DBZ144 US regulation coming in 2023 that requires all RC aircraft weighing more than 250 grams be equipped with a module broadcasting the aircraft telemetry AND the location of the control transmitter. And since manufacturers will have to comply in the US, expect this requirement to expand to many other countries. I won’t be complying, so I’m expanding my current fleet with drones that cannot be flight restricted by their software (like DJI does).

@bobpamharrison8331

2 жыл бұрын

@@slapdat.byteme Ya it's definitely a overreach, federal law, passed by Congress and signed by President Barack Obama in 2012, explicitly prevented the FAA from making rules covering “model aircraft,” defined as “unmanned aircraft” flown for recreational purposes.

Russ, Good video with good guidelines. Big Jim

Excellent, high energy, info packed episode! Bravo!

I don’t see how the FAA has jurisdiction over some kids flying a Tinyhawk in a park that doesn’t exceed 30 feet in altitude. Can we get remote ID on every crotch rocket I see riding wheelies down the interstate. Drones are being singled out because Amazon and UPS want to own the altitudes under 400 feet.

@jah8199

3 жыл бұрын

Drones are being singled out because from day one years ago the media has been very negative about them. Can a weapon be attached? Can it be a security threat? What if an airplane crashes into it? It’s not safe! Could they be used to spy on you and your family? There was even a commercial on TV where the bad guy flew a drone over someone’s head and pointed it down on him to steal personal information. Not only do they ask some of these mostly invalid questions but they only report negative incidents about drones. Drone crashes on the White House lawn. Drone flies over stadium full of people etc. That’s why everyone gets their panties in a bunch anytime they see a drone flying around in the sky. Because they assume anyone flying them has to be up to no good. Spying? Maneuvering a weapon? Being irresponsible? That’s why remote ID will be easy as cake for them to kill this hobby because the public will back it 100% due to the negative media reporting about drones for the past decade. As for crotch rockets everyone knows they’re dangerous and idiots ride them irresponsibly. But the media doesn’t have anything bad to say about them...

@Mister_Garibaldi

3 жыл бұрын

No kidding. Or how about the ATV and dirt bikes riding all over cities in gangs ignoring all laws and harassing legal drivers...the police say they are helpless because the outlaws just evade them. But no one is proposing transponder IDs on those either.

@gunfisher4661

3 жыл бұрын

@@jah8199 What you just mentioned are real facts already. But I havn`t read any articles lately about a drone equipped with thermal imaging finding a lost hiker in the wilderness. But bound to happen. That stealing info thing is going to get worse as they only need to get 100-150 ft from wi-fi to steal it.

@michaellowe3665

3 жыл бұрын

@@Mister_Garibaldi is there a "Thunderdome" in your neighborhood? I swear that sounds like some Mad Max shit. I have never seen gangs on dirt bikes and ATVs riding around my neighborhood. If they did the people here would string up some wire between the trees and put a quick end to it.

@TheFlatlander440

3 жыл бұрын

@@jah8199 All of the above.

What forms and permissions do I need to get from the Coast Guard and Fish & Wildlife for my RC Boats? Very dangerous things. What if they caused a speedboat to crash or I endangered someone on a pool noodle or something? They probably hurt the fish too! Gotta be regulated!

@fladave99

3 жыл бұрын

My cat is certified to go out side

@JoeSeniorVideo

3 жыл бұрын

@@fladave99 my cat can jump higher than yours .( smile ).

Great job quickly & efficiently conveying useful information. You are a credit to this hobby/business!

Excellent video, thanks very much!

Hey, Great information and video. Can you attach the sheet you laminated to show authorities? Thanks 51!

You are 100% right. Be courteous and professional. The person that starts talking to you just may be your next contact for a paying job in Real estate. PS. Always carry a business card in your wallet.

Yet another great and informative video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Happy flights! ;-)

Great information Russ, this was a very helpful video for many in the community. Thanks for sharing.

Kitty Hawk requires way too many permissions on your phone.

It’s easy. Learn and follow the rules. Period.

@danpatterson8009

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. For every "Karen" there's a yahoo who ignores the rules.

Hi, new to the Drone Community and really appreciate your videos and knowledge. Ive been watching your videos from Southern California.

Great Information! Love your channel