YOUR TOP FIVE DRONE QUESTIONS ANSWEREDProfessional PhotographersUpdated on Dec 15, 2016 View more like this | Visit LOS ANGELES, CA | Contact Beverly Hills Aerials |
UAV’s, UAS’s or drones, are being used for many different purposes today, and since they are clearly going to continue to play an important role in the future, it
makes sense to try and understand them a little better. Here are the top 5 most frequently asked questions and their answers, listed below:
How safe are drones?
In theory, any drone has the potential to be dangerous, due to possibility of mechanical/electrical failure or pilot error. Provided the person operating the drone has been trained how to safely (and legally) operate the device, safety risks can be extensively minimized. When comparing drones to alternatives such as helicopters, Russian arms, jibs, techno cranes, Drones prove to be the safest. A helicopter crash will always result in human causalities versus a drone crash which would need to be severe for a similar result.
All professional companies that handle drones, follow strict safety procedures and security measures, to ensure maximum safety. Permit companies often also impose restrictions to drone use such as closing roads, maintaining closed sets, fire department on site etc.
How much do drones cost?
There is a wide range of low end drones that can be purchased cheaply (from as little as 40 bucks), which are designed purely for recreational use by amateurs; if you’re wanting to buy a drone that has higher technology and which will give you professional quality video’s and images, then the options for splashing your cash are limitless.
Can anyone fly one?
Drones can be flown by anyone for recreational purposes, but if you’re looking to use drones in a more professional sense – for commercial purposes per se – then you would need to register to attend a pilot’s course to obtain a part 107 certificate enabling you to fly a UAV. Additionally some Hollywood sets still require a
333 exemption and FAA pilot certificate.
What are the legal limitations of drone use?
The FAA released a new set of regulations with respect to drone use, in august some of which included restrictions on when drones could be flown (only during the day), at what heights they could be flown and where they could be flown. With each day that passes, drone regulations have continued to loosen up. The FAA even
grants waivers for flying at night or in restricted airspace.
What can drones be used for?
Cinematography- A once reluctant hollywood now welcomes drones use with open arms. Many major sets are using drones for the first time and loving it. Drones have began to replace more expensive options such as helicopters, Russian arms, jibs, and technocranes
Mail and parcel delivery – quick delivery of mail and parcels, traffic is avoided but limits and regulations apply
Disaster relief – drones could be employed to deliver water, food and medical supplies to areas affected by disasters such as hurricanes or tsunamis
Search and rescue – much cheaper and agile than a helicopter, drones could easily be used to help find survivors of disasters and accidents
Wildlife monitoring – drones can fly over vast areas and monitor wildlife movement and even track poachers
Aerial mapping – this technology can be used in forestry, natural resource management and even to plan disaster relief. Many companies are now taking advantage of drones to map large areas from the skies
Agriculture – crops are easier to monitor with drones, and they can be used to control pesticides and fertilizers in a process called ‘precision agriculture’
Beverly Hills Aerials is a fully licensed and insured cinematography company in Los Angeles. We provide aerial drone video and photography services throughout
the United States at affordable prices with less turnaround time. If you are looking for drone in Los Angeles or aerial cinematography in Los Angeles, visit us at http://beverlyhillsaerials.com
makes sense to try and understand them a little better. Here are the top 5 most frequently asked questions and their answers, listed below:
How safe are drones?
In theory, any drone has the potential to be dangerous, due to possibility of mechanical/electrical failure or pilot error. Provided the person operating the drone has been trained how to safely (and legally) operate the device, safety risks can be extensively minimized. When comparing drones to alternatives such as helicopters, Russian arms, jibs, techno cranes, Drones prove to be the safest. A helicopter crash will always result in human causalities versus a drone crash which would need to be severe for a similar result.
All professional companies that handle drones, follow strict safety procedures and security measures, to ensure maximum safety. Permit companies often also impose restrictions to drone use such as closing roads, maintaining closed sets, fire department on site etc.
How much do drones cost?
There is a wide range of low end drones that can be purchased cheaply (from as little as 40 bucks), which are designed purely for recreational use by amateurs; if you’re wanting to buy a drone that has higher technology and which will give you professional quality video’s and images, then the options for splashing your cash are limitless.
Can anyone fly one?
Drones can be flown by anyone for recreational purposes, but if you’re looking to use drones in a more professional sense – for commercial purposes per se – then you would need to register to attend a pilot’s course to obtain a part 107 certificate enabling you to fly a UAV. Additionally some Hollywood sets still require a
333 exemption and FAA pilot certificate.
What are the legal limitations of drone use?
The FAA released a new set of regulations with respect to drone use, in august some of which included restrictions on when drones could be flown (only during the day), at what heights they could be flown and where they could be flown. With each day that passes, drone regulations have continued to loosen up. The FAA even
grants waivers for flying at night or in restricted airspace.
What can drones be used for?
Cinematography- A once reluctant hollywood now welcomes drones use with open arms. Many major sets are using drones for the first time and loving it. Drones have began to replace more expensive options such as helicopters, Russian arms, jibs, and technocranes
Mail and parcel delivery – quick delivery of mail and parcels, traffic is avoided but limits and regulations apply
Disaster relief – drones could be employed to deliver water, food and medical supplies to areas affected by disasters such as hurricanes or tsunamis
Search and rescue – much cheaper and agile than a helicopter, drones could easily be used to help find survivors of disasters and accidents
Wildlife monitoring – drones can fly over vast areas and monitor wildlife movement and even track poachers
Aerial mapping – this technology can be used in forestry, natural resource management and even to plan disaster relief. Many companies are now taking advantage of drones to map large areas from the skies
Agriculture – crops are easier to monitor with drones, and they can be used to control pesticides and fertilizers in a process called ‘precision agriculture’
Beverly Hills Aerials is a fully licensed and insured cinematography company in Los Angeles. We provide aerial drone video and photography services throughout
the United States at affordable prices with less turnaround time. If you are looking for drone in Los Angeles or aerial cinematography in Los Angeles, visit us at http://beverlyhillsaerials.com
