Recent content by Donald Hill

You only have an issue when 1. The structure is considered Critical Infrastructure. And 2. When you don't have approval from the owner of the Critical Infrastructure. If the structure is not Critical Infrastructure, or you have permission from the owner, then you can fly within 400 feet of the...

It should be noted that the 400 feet above a structure rule only applies in class G (uncontrolled) airspace. If you need a LAANC, you have approval for a fixed AGL based on the grid number. If you want/need to fly higher than the grid number you can request that clearance through extended...

You must also follow the safety guidelines of a community based organization, and you must check the airspace you intend on flying in. If it is controlled airspace, then you must get approval through LAANC.

As soon as I read "I have been asked to use my drone to ..." I knew that it was a part 107 flight. My answer would be, "Yes you can do it. Just get your part 107 and you can do jobs like this any time you are asked." Fly safe. Fly legal.

These LEOs need further training on drone regulations and laws. Looking at the LAANC approval he was approved as a Part 107. The next statement from the LEO should have been, "I see here that you are a Part 107. Please show me your Part 107 certificate, and show me a picture ID that shows your...

Welcome. I am from Mission Viejo, Orange County, CA.

That depends: Who owns the train? Who owns the track? What is the definition of "critical influence " or "critical facility" in your state? See this for Union Pacific: https://www.up.com/aboutup/community/safety/pedestrians/photo-video_policy/safety_policies/index.htm See this for Nevada...

One word. BVLOS Also 107.51(d)(1) ans (2). https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-107/subpart-B

Welcome to the forum from Mission Viejo, CA.

Where in SoCal are you located. I am in Mission Viejo, Orange County. You may want to check out the Orange County Meetup group or the Los Angeles group. Also check out my website at https://www.lvhdp.com/drone-laws/other-states/ca

I'll be there for the third year in a row. Use code SAVE100 for free expo hall pass. Also, come to the Vegas Drone Meetup in November vegasdronemeetup.com lvhdp.com

When I was a kid and wanted to experiment with magnetism and iron filings I would go to the beach or local sand box playground. I would drag a magnet through the sand and collect the iron filings and then place the filings on a piece of paper and place the magnet under the paper to see the...

I am coming to St. George July 11-17, 2024 for the Hamcon: Zion. I have a dji Air 3 and two Avatas. Where are the best places to fly in St. George?

I am coming to St. George July 11-17, 2024 for the Hamcon: Zion. I have a dji Air 3 and two Avatas. Where are the best places to fly in St. George?

Welcome from Mission Viejo, Orange County, CA. Check out OC drone meetup group and Los Angeles drone club and LVHDP.com - CA