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I admire how positive you are about this experience. It's easy to get annoyed by all the red tape to fly drones in Kenya.

@altheboss5722

Жыл бұрын

a drone license that requires a health test.!! really!!! you can do more harm with a bicycle!!! Africa is a joke!!!!!

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie, it is a bit annoying but it takes what it takes. 👍🏼

@tronixfix

Жыл бұрын

What tape??? Just fly it and don't get caught. If you get caught give them some cash and you're back flying the drone 10 minutes later.

@RonSimiyu

Жыл бұрын

Red tape is what keeps us safe. Drones are dangerous when operated poorly.

@vibestate254

Жыл бұрын

KENYAN HAS SHIT RULES ON SOME VERY BASIC THINGS

I’m in UK but I love how he is promoting our country ,let’s show him love by subscribing

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much Boru :)

@karenodenyo9967

Жыл бұрын

100% with you on that, l live in Germany and have been them since they came to Kenya. Let's to get to 100k subscribers guz.

Thanks for the detailed info about drone school and license. Sadly, this is prohibitively expensive for many Kenyans. I can imagine someone picking up a used drone for $300 to earn a supplemental living for the family and then being told they need to go to drone school for $1300. Plus if you read through the drone rules passed in 2020, there are additional requirements for each commercial flight, transferring the drone, importing a new drone, etc. Someone in the Kenya government is trying to minimize drones.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I do agree that the government made the requirement very hard to achieve for most people sadly...

@kennedycheskaki

Жыл бұрын

compare with uk 10pounds 3 years or US 5$ 3 years, this guys are only out for the money, not sure I think japan is the same

@AmazingMania

7 ай бұрын

If u cant afford the training you cant also afford the drone. Its like complaining about a driving school without a car.....

@MrNicho2011

4 ай бұрын

@@AmazingMania Drones are going as low as 2K, Kenya is a sh!t hole country indeed. a drone that cost Kshs 2k only, which can only fly for 12 minute before recharge, can't fly above 40 meters because of limited battery power like 300mAh, and can crush and damage any time, you need license, for what? School for a drone? that foolish, just look out and do comparison with other countries. There are Drones that require license but not all. Some are just flying Toys for Adult Kids for luxury enjoying with your kids and familly

Congrarulations pilot Dave! Can't wait for your new videos showcasing your latest skills. Great to see you learnt something in Kenya!

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

For sure

Dave, you are a kind soul! I bet there is a back story with KCAA that you haven’t divulged. I’ll take Astral on the offer. Thanks Mani!

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

It's not worth getting in trouble haha.

I am not surprised at all. Not at all. You are getting a very kind view of how Kenya works behind the scenes. And kudos to Dave for handling this with the usual cool 😎

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot :)

Congrats Dave, and also, the fam is growing fast! Kudos!!!👍🏼😊

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Michelle :)

Dave, you really are funny. Sorry for being made to be a student of something you are good at. Love your positive attitude.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

You gotta do what you gotta do haha :p

Congratulations Dave ! Amazing what was required...

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Pam.

You can use a Transport Canada license in East Africa, but you may need to do a conversion. One reason why there are quite many Canadian pilots and aircraft engineers at Wilson and in East Africa as compared to Americans is because the licensing regulations are quite similar, and dont need new training. Think you can use your license in Canada, that if the law has not changed, but will need to sit the law exam.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Sadly from what I saw it does not apply to drones...

@femalehobbitwithhairyfeet

Жыл бұрын

You cannot use a foreign licence in Kenya at all (unless you're flying foreign registered aircraft), not even a transport Canada one. The conversion means that you need a local student pilot licence and to sit air law, a composite conversion paper and the TTR for whatever aircraft you'll be flying. You'll also need to perform a number of flights (10 hrs I believe) to satisfy the local regulations. While you're doing that, kcaa's job is to validate your licence with your state. When you take the paperwork to them show that you've done the exams and flown the hours they'll grant you a conversion based on your foreign licence. That applies whether you've got a transport Canada licence or FAA licence or one from any other state. However this doesn't apply for Remote pilots licences which is what you need to fly unmanned aircraft (drones)

@sUASNews

Жыл бұрын

No you can't convert RPAS licences, makes EASA tickets the most widely accepted in the world because of the number of EASA countries there are!

@martino6205

Жыл бұрын

@@sUASNews Actually, ICAO regulations apply internationally, not EASA. Though EASA work because of the internal market and financial ease it brings.

Big up Dave for posting on time despite being in a different time zone The aviator shades were a worthwhile investment for the intro 😂😂 The pricing on drones is on the steep side but at least now you won't have any issues with the law and we'll get to enjoy awesome scenic ariel views

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Haha I will NEVER miss an upload :p

This is just awesome and thank you for this great information.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

Congratulations on getting your wings!! 🎉🎉

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

As a Kenyan I have to say this are the kind of laws that stifle entrepreneurship in Kenya, we have so many crazy arbitrary laws that a person starting up makes it almost impossible to do business unless you operate in a gray zone. A few weeks back they tried passing a law that only degree holders can do IT work, Imagine needing an IT degree to put a wordpress site or some networking !!! You won't believe the number of licences you need to set up a business ! As for a drone (hobbyist) all you need should be free short video from the govt showing do's and don't s restricted areas etc. May be some affordable training if you will be using bigger drones but pricing should be fair

@jamesmurag863

Жыл бұрын

There should be more barriers and licenses to operate a drone

@jrotich

Жыл бұрын

You made me try to wipe the fly in the screen 😏😏

@tonirawila5449

Жыл бұрын

True. Overregulation sniffles economic growth

@babanabil...1247

Жыл бұрын

But when it comes to drones tougher laws have to be placed..

@jrotich

Жыл бұрын

The government needs to make money. And all industries need to be regulated. There is no shortcut. You are however right about the recent bill that Uhuru chose not to sign.

Your instructor has 20 years of RPAS flying under his belt, very impressive

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yeah! He was building drones before it was cool! Haha

Well done Dave. This is true commitment to your profession. I hope the licence covers you for the long haul.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much!

Wow I didnt even know you coukd get drones that size they are huge. I’m sure youa re aware of a programme called Wild Earth in Africa. i started watching it about a month ago it’s great. Getting me in the mood for my safari soon. I was thinking about Tracey as there were lots of elephants and I know how much she loves them.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thats amazing! 🐘

Amazing video! I particularly enjoyed minute 4:58 - 5:00, that one guy on the far left is the best side character of all time

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot :)

Ridiculous!! Those prices are outrageous... I'm a Kenyan living in the US and it only costs $5 to register your drone and $107 to get your license to fly commercially plus you can study online for the test...Just outrageous!

@fullerpajibo4148

Жыл бұрын

Hey mark did you see David complain about the price. But you a Kenyan complaining about the price and comparing it to that of the US. Do you think Kenya 🇰🇪 is American? We as African need to stop all these BS about our country. Kenya has it own policy and Bureaucracy that work for her. By the way I’m from Liberia 🇱🇷 west Africa.

@discovermusic1095

Жыл бұрын

With time the cost will decrease as more drone schools crop up. Remember how much Computer package s used to cost back then and now? Be patient.

@lionheart4378

Жыл бұрын

The reason is that it is part of the act. I remember seeing the schedule under the subsidiary regulations a schedule fees tabulated for everything in relation to unmanned aircraft systems. Licenses for different types commercial being the most expensive one, learning fees, licenses for the pilots e.t.c.

@lionheart4378

Жыл бұрын

@@fullerpajibo4148 he does raise a legitimate concern in as much voicing his opinion. There is no need of replying bitterly to an opinion and furthermore, you should have answered in a more mature manner since you do not enjoy the rights of being a kenyan

@fullerpajibo4148

Жыл бұрын

@@lionheart4378 I really don’t need to a Kenya 🇰🇪 the fact that I am an African justified me to voice my opinion. Remember we didn’t have those Imaginary borders until the white man showed up. My ancestors migrated from all over Africa, so maybe I am a Kenya and I can enjoy the right as an African.

Congrats on getting certified Dave! It would be good to know whether the course has made you radically change how you take drone shots or if the certification is more for compliance reasons.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I've been flying drones for a few years now so I'm gonna be honest, the course didn't change anything for me. Plus it is not a aerial filming school either haha. But the course is needed for the license.

@bmm760036

Жыл бұрын

@@DaveMani got it! Thanks for sharing that insight.

@brillwatuma4973

Жыл бұрын

How much is it?

Dve,how outstanding recording,take care- 🖖

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that :)

Great video. Thank you for sharing your experience. I want to know if I can bring my drone with me when I will travel to Kenya ?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Sadly not. They will take it at the airport.

Was about to ask how much, but I watched till the end.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Haha good job :p

Miss ya buddy! Hope all is well.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Always 😬

great job great content

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Louis :)

I'm just viewing your videos for the first time and apparently the place where you came to practically train drone piloting is where i stay in limuru

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Ah awesome :)

finally!!! Well done.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yeah!!!

I guess it's expensive because economy of scale and high barrier to entry. Congratulations Davi... Capt.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks ✈️😎

Love your content. Is your home office table motorized and how much did it cost you to buy here in Kenya.

@ladysafari01

Жыл бұрын

Looks like an ergonomic height adjustable desk. Surprised to see this in Kenya. My employer provided these at work...now working from home since April 2020.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

It is but I brought it from Canada.

I wonder why you haven't visited western Kenya. Places like Kisumu, Homa-bay, Kakamega, and the areas around L. Victoria. These places have some of the best tourist attractions and hotels in the world. Rusinga Island is a bomb.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

We will at some point. No rush!

@TheForgivenman

Жыл бұрын

Maurice when will this bomb explode 😂😂 Usishindane kizungu na mzungu

Travelling from Aus to Kenya and going on safari in a few days. I'm so sad i won't be taking my drone now. The drone regulation in Kenya is insane. I thought it was a hassle in other countries but i will never complain again lol. Wish you could get international accredited licences for them or that smaller drones, like the one i have, only required an online application

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Sadly most African countries are making it expensive and close to impossible to fly drones...

I’m a huge fan of fpv drones and build my own drones. The last thing I want is all these unnecessary over the top regulations that stifle ingenuity.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I really want to get into FOV next!!!

thank you for sharing this VIDEO

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

😬👍🏼

Congratulations 👏🎈

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Cool work station/setup!!! Can i inquire on where u got the table ?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Got it in Canada sorry.

Thank you for this information

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

You are more than welcome :)

@stevenkimari4498

Жыл бұрын

Hey @@DaveMani, from your point of view what are the opportunities offered by having the remote pilot license in terms of a side hustle ?

I want to know the name of the music you used on the end 8:00

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I have no clue haha sorry. I download hundreds of songs every months for my videos...

Amazing video as always!!. Just a quick one and excuse my question if its been asked before. Are you from Quebec? Been meaning to ask 😊

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I was spent most of my life in Laval.

@cathythuo8606

Жыл бұрын

@@DaveMani it's the accent 😊. Thanks for such amazing videos, always so interesting!❤️

A little question. Did you ask if you are now allowed to use the title "Captain" in front of your name with that licence?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha I don't think so but I'm gonna do it anyway! ✈️😎

i appreciate the edit @ 3:36. cool

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 3)

Those prices are outrageous.....the med exam wasn't even necessary tf

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Like I said... It is not cheap for sure but because of all the requirement from KCAA the course is 2 weeks long...

@hardwellmunga

Жыл бұрын

Must have copied all these from licensing of an actual pilot... That medical and even the units studied 🤯🤯 I'll bet that astral is owned by someone at KCAA

Which camera do you use? Its pretty nice shots

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Sony a7siii

where can a get that adjustable desk in Nairobi

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I got it in Canada...

Amazing stuff

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Davis :)

Hi Dave, congrats for been licensed. Where is the school located?..

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Just in Nairobi close to Westgate.

Wow, I actually flew my drone several times in Kenya without a problem. The DJI drone I was flying, however refused to flying while around the Carnivor grounds..DJI has a protective mechanism that will not just stop the drone from flying, it will also ask for your contacts if you insist.

@LK-cb6ih

Жыл бұрын

Those are new regulations nowadays , started few years ago

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yes DJI is great for that but with a licence you can ask KCAA to fly in those zones and unlock it on Go Fly.

@fawziaabdurrahman2251

Жыл бұрын

Maybe coz Wilson airport is next door?

Congratulations.!

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Congratulations Dave nice to have a licence you never no 1 day in Canada they will start to need licence to to fly drones was it worth it or not Dave nice Kenya licence are recognised in Canada and US just you need to fly and prove to them I think so enjoy you holiday in Thailand 🇹🇭 when are you coming back come back safe hope soon we c videos of Thailand 🇹🇭 🇰🇪🐘

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

There is license needed in Canada too but Sadly the Kenyan one is pretty much only recognized here in Kenya...

Kenya school Nice school many Canadian pilots and aircra beautiful video.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Drone stuff is different tho.

Here I was thinking I want a drone… jokes on me. I admire Dave for going all the way through to ensure he does everything right with the law even despite the costs.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Doing my best! :)

in the building watching from barbados 😎😎😎

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching as always :)

One sub from Uganda

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Welcome onboard! :)

We ❤❤❤❤ you!

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

Is FAA part 107 certification recognized in Kenya?

@DaveMani

2 ай бұрын

No. They only recognize their own licence.

Little known fact, after paying 150,000k to learn how to fly drones, astral-aerial secretly gives you the ability to shrink and climb into the drone yourself (don't tell anyone). That's why he needed the medical exam, to test if he could withstand all those Gs. This is why it's an amazing deal. Dave no longer needs a remote; He IS the remote. A true pilot unlike any other. So guys, stop stressing about the price and the medical exam. Take it from me, an ant-sized drone pilot myself, this is the best drone school deal in the world. Totally not a scam.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha how do you know that? 🤣

@bumfuque8836

Жыл бұрын

@@DaveMani Lol I just do. *wink* *wink*

@derrickric8157

Жыл бұрын

Did you just expose our secret?

Aye, Aye, Captain Mani 👨‍✈️ You're now licensed to fly in the CBD?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Everywhere in Kenya 🇰🇪

You have done a lot promoting and showcasing Kenya & Kenyan businesses to the world and for that i would like to say a big ASANTE SANA

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure :) 🇰🇪

Thank u

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Cheers

This looks so fun

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

For sure :D

Where did you get your controllable desk from?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I got it in Canada... sorry

@AnthonyMuchiri

Жыл бұрын

antarc furniture have several options of a similar desk

@silasirungu8082

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

Awesome 😎

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Cheers 😎

Hi Dave, please recommend some good places I can buy a genuine drone in Kenya

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Any good camera store like snapshot, vividgold and more.

Just a quick question from a new subscriber. With the license, does it mean you can basically whip out your drone anywhere in the country and shoot, no questions asked?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I wish! 😅 Even with the license, you still need to ask permission to KCAA everything you want to fly.

@wegettingthere254

Жыл бұрын

@@DaveMani That feels like a lot of work! I wonder if its the same in other countries.

@kennedycheskaki

Жыл бұрын

and it must be within sight and no remote controlled view thingy

Am in Kenya and didn't even know I needed a license for that. Thought you just buy and fly 👀 but why the medical test?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yeah... it is not well known still but the consequences are reel. Prison and/or millions of shillings...

Namibia 🇳🇦 loves you

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

And we love Namibia! Can't wait to visit!!!

Nice vedio 👍

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thx

Interesting. 👏👏👏

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Can you use the license in other countries? You said in one of your first videos that you'll tour Kenya for four years then travel to another country...

@martino6205

Жыл бұрын

If awarded under the appropriate ICAO category, you can use it in other countries, or do a conversion

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

No, this license is not recognize by most countries.

I’m joining, I know how to make a drone from zero is now to start building Kenya and Africa…

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Lets do this!

I remember this law was passed after someone's drone landed in the Deputy President's official home. Crazy how this country passes some laws. Nonetheless, I'm happy for you buddy.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Arnold! :)

You need to visit the northeastern part of Kenya

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I'm sure we will.

How long does it take for the whole course?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

2 weeks

I can make my own drone,can i fly it without all that schooling,and how will they know koz i can fly it remotely using my laptop,inside my house

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

True but if you get caught, you'll be in big trouble... I've been there! Loll

Interesting!

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks :)

I would love to join drone schl

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Drones are the best :p

I love Kenya my home country

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

❤️🇰🇪

Am A Kenyan I want you to visit kahawa wendani

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Ok :) 👍🏼

@chriswamahiu8751

Жыл бұрын

Is there wildlife or scenery in Wendani? I bet not. I guess you didn't get the memo of what this vlog is about🤣🤣🤣

Well done congratulations it is a lot of money but I'm sure as you say you will recoup that. But I wonder how the average Kenyan citizen could afford that amount.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

It is for sure a big investment...

Very sorry you had to go through our bureaucratic harassment.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

It's all done now. 😅

How much for both classes, exam and licence ?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I explained the break-down in the video.

You mean there is a school? how much do they charge.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I talk about the cost breakdown in the video.

How was the training

@DaveMani

3 ай бұрын

Very good. It's just frustrating that Kenya requires a 2 week long training to fly a tiny drone...

I love how you say gathoni farm 😂😂💖

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

thx

What a total racket! I speak as a former RAF pilot who built/flew C-IAVW in PEI. Just tell them, "Niy masa, weh! Mimi watu makuba SANA! Na jewa Mwalimu. Nenda sasa!" "What the hell! I am a very big person! I new Mwalimu (Nyerere, now a Saint). Leave now!" Cheeky buggers.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yeah... it's quite a process here! -__-

@davidwheatcroft2797

Жыл бұрын

@@DaveMani A shake down of the Wa-zungu. No photos allowed in Nairobi.......visiting my Uncle at 7 outside Nairobi, a major confrontation with Mau-mau types; police an hour away; my uncle going for help, leaving me with a 9mm automatic and 2 baby cousins....resting the heavy gun on the back of a sofa, waiting for them.....they rushed in, saw the gun and fled! 1956.

What’s the name of the school

@DaveMani

6 ай бұрын

All their info is in the description.

Why would they need medical record to fly drone

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

They treat it as a real plane loll

here i am thinking a can carry my drone with to kenya and fly it...

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

They would take it when they scan your luggage just before leaving the airport.

hope the new govt is more friendly to us young people just trying to eek a living. the red tape is exhausting

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

In terms of flying drones there is for sure a LOT of restrictions...

Did you say that guy Felix has 20 years of experience in flying drones? Where?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yes. He was building them before.

coming from Canada i can understand your great despline of obeying the law otherwise in my country you can end up un big trouble...

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thats for sure.

@backyardboy2020

Жыл бұрын

@@DaveMani what’s your Instagram bro?

Now that we have a hustler in State House, it's time to agitate for a massive reduction in those fees.

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Let's hope

Where can I get the adjustable desk for my home office?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure... brought it from Canada.

@jrotich

Жыл бұрын

@@DaveMani thanks Dave 😅

Surely...

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

👍🏼

Do they do drug tests when you go for the medical

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yes

I just got a drone and paid 3000ksh to get the right to pilot for recreation here in american hii ya kenya ni kurusha wasee saa mrai atafika aje 125ksh!!?

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yeah... it's similar in Canada.

Are you still in kenya

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

yes

Awesome

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Finally

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Yeah!!

Am kenyan we love you

@DaveMani

Жыл бұрын

Thanks :)