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We’re Drone U, a group of guys who have turned their passion for flight into a profitable business. We love hearing from our fans, and we love helping by answering their questions. That’s why we started the Ask Drone U podcast in 2015. Since then, we are one of the largest, most popular DAILY drone podcasts out there. Each episode features an actual question submitted from someone just like you! We wish we could answer everyone’s question(s), but we’ll do our best to get through as many of them as we can. So plug in those headphones because it’s time to learn together about everything drone: FAA, insurance, business strategies, videography, drone tips, flight techniques, drone tricks, expert advice, cameras, gimbals, and so much more. #askdroneu

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Nathan
Nathan is a pilot interested in developing drones and systems for his projects. He is actively seeking solutions in the drone industry, particularly in light of the competitive landscape shaped by DJI's market presence.
Jason Flakes
Jason Flakes is the award-winning founder of Visual 14, a commercial drone business that specializes in cinematic storytelling and drone media. After facing a career setback, he successfully transitioned from architecture to drone filmmaking, leveraging his skills to secure high-paying contracts and FAA authorization for restricted airspace. Jason has experience filming for Amazon Prime documentaries and has won a significant aerial contract over a 16-mile metro line. He is known for his expertise in pricing drone services, submitting winning proposals, and capturing high-quality footage.
John
John is a drone pilot who travels to various RV parks and is seeking advice on how to market his drone services effectively to these locations. His inquiry reflects the interests of many drone pilots looking to expand their business opportunities in the RV park sector.
Robert
Robert is a drone pilot who recently moved to a rural area and is exploring opportunities for his drone business. His inquiry about securing profitable drone jobs in rural settings highlights the challenges and potential for drone pilots in less populated regions.
Jorge Alvarez
Jorge Alvarez is the founder of Drone Permission, a company that specializes in providing drone services for the construction industry. With a background in concrete and construction, Jorge transitioned into the drone sector, leveraging his knowledge of construction workflows to enhance project documentation and stakeholder communication. He is recognized for his focus on client communication, building strong relationships, and creating a referral-driven business model. Jorge has successfully scaled his team and developed efficient pricing strategies that reflect the value of his services. His insights into the use of drone technology in construction have made him a leader in the field, particularly across Florida and the Caribbean.

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photogrammetry drone building software development DJI drone systems American companies system integrators mechanical controls cost analysis drone business FAA authorization high-paying contracts cinematic storytelling strategic proposals aerial contract pricing drone services drone media drone storytelling licensing Mavic 3 Pro Inspire 2 drone jobs RV parks marketing drone services content creation business strategies rural areas opportunities skills required mapping bootcamps real estate crop analysis inspection jobs Jorge Alvarez Drone Permission construction industry client communication project documentation referral business aerial photography mapping software pricing strategies

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ADU 1382: Build my own drone to do photogrammetry work?

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Drone U
Guests
Nathan
Keywords
photogrammetry drone building software development DJI drone systems American companies system integrators mechanical controls cost analysis
As a pilot what are my options for building and developing systems for my drone.

Today's podcast is brought to you by Drone U's Experience Training in June. Our first three Experience Training events sold out in less than a week; and it's time to take flight again! Our all-inclusive 5-day training paired with a 2-day competition will challenge you, inspire you, and prepare you.

In this unique training event, limited to no more than 10 participants, you will be immersed in an experienced-based learning environment. You'll take flight daily and often, and you'll master cutting-edge drone techniques along the way. You'll learn from experienced pilots who've been where you're trying to go; and you'll build repeatable systems to scale your business. Click HERE to book your seat today !!

On today's episode we discuss about how pilots can build robust drones for photogrammetry work and how pilots can develop softwares and systems for these drones. Our question for today is from Nathan who is looking for developing drones and systems for his projects, considering the constant threat in the drone industry about DJI's status.

Thanks for the question, Nathan. On the episode we discuss how DJI has set up the market with robust drones and cost effective solutions and how pilots can start off on developing drones. We talk about American companies and how they have structured themselves as system integrators to provide the industry with drone solutions. We discuss platforms, mechanical controls and cost involved to build these drones. We then delve into the software side of things and how pilots can build softwares for their drones and the platforms available.

Tune in today on this short information packed episode !!



5-Day Free Course: Thriving Drone Real Estate Business Transform your drone operations into a thriving real estate-focused business. Learn client management, pricing for profit, and creating high-value deliverables.

Grow My Drone Business

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If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While youre there, leave us a 5-star review, if youre inclined to do so. Thanks!https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

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Timestamps:

[1:15] - Learn more about drone U experience training [2:42] - Question for today's episode on third party solutions for data processing and alternatives to DJI [4:14] - are there companies that can match the scale and pricing offered by DJI [5:51] - learn how American drones are currently built [7:24] - How pilots can build their own drones and drone systems [15:32] - how to build 3rd party software for drones and the steps and challenges involve
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EDL 011: From Laid Off to 6-Figure Drone Filmmaker: Jason Flakes’ FAA-Approved Flight Plan

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Rob
Guests
Jason Flakes
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drone business FAA authorization high-paying contracts cinematic storytelling strategic proposals aerial contract pricing drone services drone media drone storytelling licensing Mavic 3 Pro Inspire 2
Want to grow your drone business, book high-paying contracts, and get FAA-authorized for restricted airspace?

This episode reveals how Jason Flakes did it—step by step.

In this episode of Elevating Drone Life, Rob talks with Jason Flakes, the award-winning founder of Visual 14, about how he turned a career setback into a thriving commercial drone business. You will discover how he uses cinematic storytelling, strategic proposals, and FAA-compliant flight operations to build his six figure drone business. 

From filming Amazon Prime documentaries to winning a 3-year aerial contract over a 16-mile metro line, Jason shares hard-won insights on:

Pricing drone services with confidence Getting FAA authorization in restricted zones Submitting winning RFPs (and how to ask for a debrief) Capturing footage that looks like it came from a Hollywood set Turning raw content into recurring revenue

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, this episode is a masterclass in real-world drone success. Want to fly like a pro and get paid what you're worth? Discover 40+ industry-leading courses right from FAA Part 107 prep to advanced mapping, modelling and inspections. 

Go here ? https://www.thedroneu.com

Timestamps:

[00:00] Learn about our guest, Jason Flakes and his background [06:00] Laid off ? Launched business [13:00] From architecture to drone media [19:00] Discovering the power of drone storytelling [28:00] Behind the 3-year metro rail aerial contract [34:00] FAA drone rules explained (and how to build trust) [42:00] How to price drone jobs the smart way [48:00] Licensing, deliverables, and protecting your work [52:00] Gear talk: Mavic 3 Pro vs Inspire 2 + DJI ban [57:00] Upcoming documentaries and mindful filmmaking Resources & Links - Jason’s Website – https://visual14.com - Instagram – https://instagram.com/jasonflakes - Mocktail Monday – Buy the Book - TED Talk – Putting Hustle Culture to Rest ? Watch - The Hustle Equation – Buy on Amazon (replace with live link) Want free tools to jumpstart your drone career? Download our Drone Pilot Starter Kit Learn to Master the Skies and Build Your Confidence as a Drone Pilot. The Drone Starter Kit is a collection of 3 amazing courses worth $97 - all for free. https://learn.thedroneu.com/bundles/drone-flying-starter-kit  Stay Connected Like this episode if it helped Subscribe & turn on notifications for weekly pro tips Share this video with a friend who's trying to break into the drone industry

#DroneBusiness #DroneFilmmaking #FAA107 #DronePilotLife #DroneContracts #StorytellingWithDrones
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ADU 1381: What are the best drone jobs for RV parks?

Hosts
Drone U Team
Guests
John
Keywords
drone jobs RV parks marketing drone services content creation business strategies
Tips for pilots to approach RV parks for seeking drone business.

Today's podcast is brought to you by Drone U's Experience Training in June. Our first three Experience Training events sold out in less than a week; and it's time to take flight again! Our all-inclusive 5-day training paired with a 2-day competition will challenge you, inspire you, and prepare you.

In this unique training event, limited to no more than 10 participants, you will be immersed in an experienced-based learning environment. You'll take flight daily and often, and you'll master cutting-edge drone techniques along the way. You'll learn from experienced pilots who've been where you're trying to go; and you'll build repeatable systems to scale your business. Click HERE to book your seat today !!

On today's episode we discuss about things drone pilots can market for RV resorts. Our question for today is from John, who finds himself travelling to different RV parks and would like to know how to market his drone services to RV parks and what are the different jobs that RV parks look for in drone pilots. We discuss the 2 ways we believe provides pilots the best opportunity to reach out to RV parks and elaborate on the different jobs that pilots can undertake to pique RV parks' interests. We also detail out the steps to create content geared for RV parks and choosing the right platform to reach out to your target audience.

Tune in today on this short information packed episode !!



5-Day Free Course: Thriving Drone Real Estate Business Transform your drone operations into a thriving real estate-focused business. Learn client management, pricing for profit, and creating high-value deliverables.

Grow My Drone Business

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Click here for access to Skywatch for all your drone insurance purposes !

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Follow Us

Site – https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Timestamps:

[04:24] Learn more about Drone U's 5-day Experience training [06:42] Today's question on approaching RV parks for drone jobs [07:18] Things drone pilots can market for RV parks [09:56] 2 ways to market / approach RV parks [11:46] Steps to create content for creating a successful business [14:08] Tips to identify content that RV parks are interested in [15:18] Choosing the right platform and finding your audience
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ADU 1380: Types of work available for Pilots living in rural areas

Hosts
Drone U
Guests
Robert
Keywords
drone jobs rural areas opportunities skills required mapping bootcamps real estate crop analysis inspection jobs
Can pilots secure profitable drone jobs in rural areas? What skills are required?

Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U in-person training, a unique in-person training event that is focused on developing a holistic drone pilot, where you will be hands-on learning environment. Launching 2 new in-person mapping bootcamps that covers all aspects of mapping projects training you on softwares, flight missions, data acquisitions, desktop or laptop based processing, flight mastery and much much more. Reach out our Events page to book your seat today.

On today's episode we discuss about opportunities for drone pilots in rural areas and how pilots can leverage these opportunities. Our question for today is from Robert who have moved recently to a rural area and is exploring opportunities for his drone business. Thank you for the question, Robert. We discuss if rural areas provide profitable opportunities for drone pilots and delve into domains that provide ample profits to drone pilots. We detailed nuanced opportunities for pilots and the top 3 opportunities along with providing detailed insight into such projects and what skills pilots would need for these projects.

Tune in and get to know more about exploring drone opportunities in rural areas and more !!



5-Day Free Course: Thriving Drone Real Estate Business Transform your drone operations into a thriving real estate-focused business. Learn client management, pricing for profit, and creating high-value deliverables.

Grow My Drone Business

Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Click here for access to Skywatch for all your drone insurance purposes !

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Follow Us

Site – https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Timestamps:

[04:45] Learn more about Drone U's Mapping classes [07:20] Today's question on finding drone jobs in rural areas [08:00] What do rural areas offer drone pilots [09:06] Nuanced Opportunities for pilots - hunting, crop analysis [09:46] The top 3 opportunities for pilots [12:03] Real estate opportunities for large acreages [12:03] Real estate opportunities for large acreages [16:45] Inspection jobs for utilities companies in rural areas [17:55] Summary of top opportunities and notable mentions
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EDL 010: How Jorge Alvarez Grew Drone Permission Into a Construction Drone Powerhouse

Hosts
Ask Drone U
Guests
Jorge Alvarez
Keywords
Jorge Alvarez Drone Permission construction industry drone services client communication project documentation referral business aerial photography mapping software pricing strategies
In this episode of Elevating Drone Life, we talk with Jorge Alvarez, founder of Drone Permission, about his journey from the concrete and construction industry to becoming a leader in drone services across Florida and the Caribbean. Jorge shares how he built a successful drone business by focusing on client communication, asking the right questions, and delivering high-quality work that meets the needs of construction stakeholders.

He explains how drone technology is transforming the way project progress is documented—particularly on massive projects like the MSC Cruise Terminal—and why educating clients on what drones can do is essential for sustained business growth. 

Jorge also opens up about how he built a referral-driven business, scaled a team, and created efficient pricing strategies that reflect both value and confidence.

This conversation is packed with industry insights around mapping software, networking, collaboration, and using drones to enhance decision-making and stakeholder communication in the field. Key Takeaways

Jorge Alvarez transitioned from concrete to the drone industry by applying his knowledge of construction workflows Success begins with listening: understanding client needs and asking informed questions builds trust Referral business and strong client relationships fuel sustainable growth Drones offer unmatched value in construction documentation and project progress tracking Tailored drone services—including aerial photography, mapping, and inspections—can solve real problems when client goals are clear Educating clients is key to expanding the use of drone technology in traditional industries Starting a business while working full-time is doable with the right systems and support Investing in relationships and collaboration opens doors to more opportunities and better projects Effective pricing strategies should reflect the value of the work and the unique insights drone pilots offer The future of the drone industry includes internal pilots, growing enterprise demand, and more emphasis on visual storytelling and deliverables

Tune in and learn how to plan, grow, and succeed in the world of drones! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/.

If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you’re there, leave us a 5-star review, if you’re inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832.

Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community.

Follow Us

Site – https://thedroneu.com/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu

Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction to Drone Permission and Its Impact [03:09] Jorge Alvarez's Journey into Drones [05:57] The Importance of Client Communication [09:11] Understanding Construction Needs [11:53] The Role of Drones in Construction [14:52] Building Relationships and Referral Business [17:46] Capturing Progress: The MSC Cruise Terminal Project [21:05] Innovative Uses of Drone Footage [23:49] The Evolution of Drone Technology [27:11] Maximizing Drone Usage and Skills [30:06] Mapping and Software Utilization [33:59] Educating Clients and Building Relationships [36:24] The Journey of Starting a Business [39:31] Networking and Collaboration in the Drone Industry [42:47] Favorite Projects and Unique Experiences [48:27] Understanding Pricing Strategies [56:31] The Importance of Confidence in Pricing [01:00:43] Future Aspirations and Industry Growth

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