Reginald E Johnson
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Then again, there are just some People out here who apparently can’t stand to see People having any Fun! Another reason why I don’t let them see me take off!
Being a law enforcement officer for 32 years and avid drone flyer I must say that your advise really "sucks!"..
Why not engage in a conversation with the LEO...
People with attitudes like yours make a LEO job tougher..
I always treated people the way they treated me...
SOME training From personal experience ... Never, and I mean NEVER play poker with a cop.Law Enforcement Officers have some training in reading people's reactions.
My first thought, nailed itI don’t buy a word of it - click bait.
Polite, cooperative and responsive works real well. I’m sorry that your experience was so frightening. Granted it’s not an uncommon feeling as they are authoritative. When Driving along and I see the Christmas tree go off in my rear view, I think it’s “normal” to have a sense of fear. Truth is BigAl and I have much in common evidently. Truth be told, they are the “good guys”. They are compensated to serve. They are also in the lime light and heavily scrutinized (which might be an ok thing). Oh, pulled over put your hands visible on top of the steering wheel and don’t start reaching for anything. I think if you learn to meditate you might help yourself not to hyperventilate in times like this. Blowing off too much CO2 is easily recognizable besides faster breathing or hyper vigilance even by looking at your hands/feet (carpal/pedal spasms). It also can triggers red flags. Speaking truthfully was a good choice. Hoping you carry your “cards” or copies of showing your due diligence and ASK to show them to him/her. Thanking them and packing up to split is the best route. Path of least resistance. You’re not a terrorist. Sounds like you’ve been traumatized in someway prior or carry preconceived notions. Try to keep in mind what BigAl noted that the bulk of police officers are good guys. They’re regular dudes with wives and kids and “toys” along with a few bad apples not unlike any orchards. You have a good clean honest “hobby”. Enjoy it. FAA says You’re allowed as long as you follow the rules. Stay close to the section on MavicPilots on rules and regs. Do a search and I’m betting you’ll see posts similar to your own. Fly safe, and Godspeed, DroniacToday, I was out to a dollar tree to lick up some things, I decided to fly my Mavic pro. Sure the gimbal arm was burned up and would not stabilize, but I was exited of the new range capibilities I unlocked after replacing some components.
A officer pulled up to me, he got out of his car and told me I wasn't allowed to fly it there.
Despite me not being in big trouble, I was very scared. The officer saw this and decided to talk to me.
He was curious as to why I was acting the way I was acting, I told him I got my "toy" for my birthday. He said he didn't care about my drone anymore, he was more worried as to why I was acting the way I acting.
I told him I was afraid of cops in general, which I am.
He asked why would I be afraid of him unless I Knowingly did something wrong.
I froze. And he just stood there and watched me as I trembled in place because I was crapping myself.
He told me, "I'll tell you what. I see your scared of something. I can tell because you can't stand up straight and you seem like you don't know how to breathe. So just do what you got to do. Just don't fly your drone here. Alright?" I said ok and I packed my stuff and and left just as fast is your mavics can get from your house to your local supermarket in less then 2 minutes.
One thing that gets me is, how did he guess I was scared of him. He don't even really know why I was scared until after I told him.
And another thing, what did he mean by "you seem like you don't know how to breathe" I was breathing fine I guess so I really don't know what he meant. But I'm happy things didn't go left like how it happenes on YouTube videos with faa tickets and stuff.
I’ll buy 50%.not more. Lol. Godspeed, DroniacI don’t buy a word of it - click bait.
I know you are probably referring to me. But let it be known that my family has adopted children from Nigeria, 14 and 15 years old. I think I have a pretty good handle knowing what this young man went through. There are a lot of factors at play and I could write half a book on, but the thread having been warned to stay clear of politics, which includes talking about the truth of the country and world prohibits me from commenting further.With all due respect, I do not believe that those of us who are by all appearances older white men share an experience of the world with someone who by all appearances is a younger person of color. I know from personal acquaintances (not news stories) that even the most well intentioned police officer will often react to a young black person differently than they would react to me.
Being properly certified and aware of local drone restrictions is good advice for anyone. But I would not presume to provide advice on how to interact with police officer to someone who's experience may be different than mine.
A. Never talk to police. There are plenty of videos on YT explaining why.Being a law enforcement officer for 32 years and avid drone flyer I must say that your advise really "sucks!"..
Why not engage in a conversation with the LEO...
People with attitudes like yours make a LEO job tougher..
I always treated people the way they treated me...
Yep!Don't engage in conversation, he's not being friendly, he's looking for anything to charge you with. Ask him where it says it's a no fly zone so you know in the future. Ask for his name and badge number. Verify it's not a no fly zone and file a complaint against the officer.
Also, settle down. He's just a public servant.
Anxiety will lock you op entirely and make you lose control of all sorts of things. It's not abnormal. I remember the time I was at school, a bit younger than you, casually and innocently exploring the back of the school's stage when I felt a hand strongly grasp my shoulder. I actually did pee my pants. It turned out to be only a teacher who said I shouldn't be back there. But there I was with wet pants. I'll never forget that moment. When you feel that you can't breathe, focus on doing so. That will help bring back your compo
Whats it like to go godspeed?I’ll buy 50%.not more. Lol. Godspeed, Droniac
Today, I was out to a dollar tree to lick up some things, I decided to fly my Mavic pro. Sure the gimbal arm was burned up and would not stabilize, but I was exited of the new range capibilities I unlocked after replacing some components.
A officer pulled up to me, he got out of his car and told me I wasn't allowed to fly it there.
Despite me not being in big trouble, I was very scared. The officer saw this and decided to talk to me.
He was curious as to why I was acting the way I was acting, I told him I got my "toy" for my birthday. He said he didn't care about my drone anymore, he was more worried as to why I was acting the way I acting.
I told him I was afraid of cops in general, which I am.
He asked why would I be afraid of him unless I Knowingly did something wrong.
I froze. And he just stood there and watched me as I trembled in place because I was crapping myself.
He told me, "I'll tell you what. I see your scared of something. I can tell because you can't stand up straight and you seem like you don't know how to breathe. So just do what you got to do. Just don't fly your drone here. Alright?" I said ok and I packed my stuff and and left just as fast is your mavics can get from your house to your local supermarket in less then 2 minutes.
One thing that gets me is, how did he guess I was scared of him. He don't even really know why I was scared until after I told him.
And another thing, what did he mean by "you seem like you don't know how to breathe" I was breathing fine I guess so I really don't know what he meant. But I'm happy things didn't go left like how it happenes on YouTube videos with faa tickets and stuff.
If you go to the website abledronetest dot com and spend twenty for a lifetime membership, you will learn enough to know where you can fly and where you can't. You will be able to educate the cops of this world. (of which I am one) You will be able to start a high paying career which will see you into the life of your dreams.Today, I was out to a dollar tree to lick up some things, I decided to fly my Mavic pro. Sure the gimbal arm was burned up and would not stabilize, but I was exited of the new range capibilities I unlocked after replacing some components.
A officer pulled up to me, he got out of his car and told me I wasn't allowed to fly it there.
Despite me not being in big trouble, I was very scared. The officer saw this and decided to talk to me.
He was curious as to why I was acting the way I was acting, I told him I got my "toy" for my birthday. He said he didn't care about my drone anymore, he was more worried as to why I was acting the way I acting.
I told him I was afraid of cops in general, which I am.
He asked why would I be afraid of him unless I Knowingly did something wrong.
I froze. And he just stood there and watched me as I trembled in place because I was crapping myself.
He told me, "I'll tell you what. I see your scared of something. I can tell because you can't stand up straight and you seem like you don't know how to breathe. So just do what you got to do. Just don't fly your drone here. Alright?" I said ok and I packed my stuff and and left just as fast is your mavics can get from your house to your local supermarket in less then 2 minutes.
One thing that gets me is, how did he guess I was scared of him. He don't even really know why I was scared until after I told him.
And another thing, what did he mean by "you seem like you don't know how to breathe" I was breathing fine I guess so I really don't know what he meant. But I'm happy things didn't go left like how it happenes on YouTube videos with faa tickets and stuff.
Point well taken. Godspeed always, DroniacI know you are probably referring to me. But let it be known that my family has adopted children from Nigeria, 14 and 15 years old. I think I have a pretty good handle knowing what this young man went through. There are a lot of factors at play and I could write half a book on, but the thread having been warned to stay clear of politics, which includes talking about the truth of the country and world prohibits me from commenting further.
Hopefully not inducing the ire of the moderators, I just want to point out that there are so many outlets who profit from inducing fear which promotes divisiveness. I'll leave it at that.
I don't drive a car. I drive a hoverboardPolite, cooperative and responsive works real well. I’m sorry that your experience was so frightening. Granted it’s not an uncommon feeling as they are authoritative. When Driving along and I see the Christmas tree go off in my rear view, I think it’s “normal” to have a sense of fear. Truth is BigAl and I have much in common evidently. Truth be told, they are the “good guys”. They are compensated to serve. They are also in the lime light and heavily scrutinized (which might be an ok thing). Oh, pulled over put your hands visible on top of the steering wheel and don’t start reaching for anything. I think if you learn to meditate you might help yourself not to hyperventilate in times like this. Blowing off too much CO2 is easily recognizable besides faster breathing or hyper vigilance even by looking at your hands/feet (carpal/pedal spasms). It also can triggers red flags. Speaking truthfully was a good choice. Hoping you carry your “cards” or copies of showing your due diligence and ASK to show them to him/her. Thanking them and packing up to split is the best route. Path of least resistance. You’re not a terrorist. Sounds like you’ve been traumatized in someway prior or carry preconceived notions. Try to keep in mind what BigAl noted that the bulk of police officers are good guys. They’re regular dudes with wives and kids and “toys” along with a few bad apples not unlike any orchards. You have a good clean honest “hobby”. Enjoy it. FAA says You’re allowed as long as you follow the rules. Stay close to the section on MavicPilots on rules and regs. Do a search and I’m betting you’ll see posts similar to your own. Fly safe, and Godspeed, Droniac
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