I learned the hard way that wind can turn a perfect flight into a disaster. Last summer, I lost a $1,200 drone because I trusted a weather app that said 8 mph winds at ground level. At 200 feet, my anemometer later showed gusts hitting 24 mph, well above what my drone could handle. That … Read more
Wind is the silent threat every drone pilot faces. I learned this the hard way when a sudden gust sent my Mavic Air 2 into a tree during what seemed like perfect flying conditions. Ground-level readings from weather apps promised 12 mph winds, but 100 feet up, the reality was closer to 25 mph. That … Read more
Commercial drone pilots know that a successful mission depends on what you bring to the field. I have learned this the hard way after showing up to a client site with a dead controller battery and no backup power. That is why I put together this comprehensive guide to the best field kits for commercial … Read more