Recent content by Shamus

You're a scholar and a gentleman!

This is a long and a bit off the beaten track tale, but it displayed an unusual knowledge of UAV work, so here goes: I'm struggling with getting my business off the ground...sorry...and I received the following email from Mr. Eaton Robert: Hello Here's My name Eaton Robert. I will like to know...

Thanks for both suggestions. Tenyouken, I will certainly become familiar with the re-pairing procedure as an "immediate action drill." Its probably the best solution. PhilZ, I have an extra controller for the backup I2, I was just hoping that I didn't have to buy a fourth controller. I guess...

Does anyone know if (and how) a slave controller can be configured for more than one I2 at a time? I have two I2s, one of which is for redundancy, and I would like to set up the slave controller to be able to function immediately in case of a crash, etc., rather than go through the complicated...

Thanks for the realistic appraisals and insights! Much appreciated to have this forum for the cold water of reality!

COA - Certificate of Authorization SGI Special Governmental Interest SOSC COA - Certificate of Authorization SGI Special Governmental Interest SOSC - FAA's Systems Operational Support Center From FAA's Emergency Operations website Special Governmental Interest (SGI) process. Operations that...

I'm a part 107 pilot and a retired law enforcement officer with an active security clearance. I''m considering offering my services (Inspire 2) to local law enforcement agencies on a contract basis (I already do non-UAS contract work for one larger local sheriff's office and a Federal agency) so...

I'm a part 107 pilot and a retired law enforcement officer with an active security clearance. I''m considering offering my services (Inspire 2) to local law enforcement agencies on a contract basis (I already do non-UAS contract work for one larger local sheriff's office and a Federal agency)...

Thanks for your concise explanation! I will comment for sure!

Could the more experienced members comment on how the proposed rules would apply to the I2? As I recall, the I2 has remote ID built into it. Or am I mistaken?

https://kdvr.com/2020/02/01/watch-china-uses-talking-drones-to-warn-citizens-over-coronavirus/ Chinese use of drones during coronavirus outbreak.

Hello, does anyone know the Boca Bearings for the ceramic bearings for the I2? I'm looking to do some maintenance during the long winter up here in Minnesota for the two used I2s I have. Thanks!

He should have applied for a waiver....Just kidding. It appears he is facing multiple federal felony counts, including illegal possession of firearms and explosives. He's screwed.

Thank you for your work.

Pennsylvania man dropped explosives on ex-girlfriend's property from a drone: prosecutors