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Joe Burgett
Dec 30, 20246 min read
From Pilot to Profitable: 12 Reasons to Invest in a UAS Franchise
Discover the benefits of owning a UAS franchise and how Clemson Drone's 3-Step Plan can fast-track your success in the drone industry.
Joe Burgett
Aug 7, 20245 min read
Copy That: Best Practices for Two-Way Radio Use in UAS Missions
Best practices for using two-way radios communication with drone missions.
Joe Burgett
Oct 1, 20232 min read
More than Chips and Clips: 7 Signs Your Drone's Propellers Need Replacing
Propellers don't last forever. This post dives into the 7 signs your propellers need to be replaced.
Joe Burgett
Sep 13, 20231 min read
FAA Delays the Compliance Date of Remote ID
On September 13th, the FAA has extended the compliance date of Remote ID to March 16th, 2024
Joe Burgett
Jul 17, 20236 min read
Remote ID is Here! Now What???
Remote ID will be required by the FAA on Sept. 16th, 2023. Here is what you need to know and how to comply with the new rules.
Joe Burgett
May 18, 20236 min read
17 Things to Pack Before Conducting a Drone Mission
There is more to a successful UAS mission than just the drone. Here are 17 things to pack before going to a drone mission.
Joe Burgett
Mar 22, 20235 min read
Benefits of Joining a Service Provider Network When Starting Your Drone Business
Joining a UAS service provider network is a low cost way of getting jobs for your drone business. Learn more from Dr. Burgett in his blog.
Joe Burgett
Feb 12, 20237 min read
14 Drone Privacy Tips to Keep You Out of Trouble
Drones are unique in the way they collect data and have special privacy considerations. See 14 best practices to keep you out of trouble.
Joe Burgett
Jan 18, 20234 min read
8 Tips for Any UAS Infrared Inspection of Solar Panels
Thermography is the next frontier for drone entrepreneurs especially for PV inspections. Here are 8 key tips for IR solar panel inspection.
Joe Burgett
Jan 18, 20232 min read
How to Get UAS Thermal Inspection Standards for Free
Published standards are very important for UAS thermographers but getting access is expensive. Use this tool to get free electronic copies.
Joe Burgett
Aug 20, 20223 min read
Why You Learned the METAR and TAF for the PART 107 Exam
As a Clemson University professor, it has been my privilege to help hundreds of students prepare for the Part 107 knowledge exam. ...
Joe Burgett
Aug 9, 20224 min read
Do You Have a Certification Verifying You Know How to Fly?
The APSA flight proficiency exam is the only nationally recognized credential for multirotor flight proficiency.
Joe Burgett
May 24, 20222 min read
Does a UAS Thermal Camera Measure Heat…No!!!
Infrared (IR) is a type of radiation similar to visible light. Th hotter the object, the more IR. A IR imager measures the radiation.
Joe Burgett
Jul 21, 20212 min read
How Much Do Drone Pilots Make
A common question I get from those thinking about taking the Applied Drone Technology course is “how much can I earn as a drone pilot.”...
Joe Burgett
Jul 7, 20213 min read
Hack for Cheap Ground Control Points
Making a 3D model or map with drone imagery is easy enough with the right software and training. Most commercial drones have GPS units...
Joe Burgett
Jun 3, 20212 min read
Free Demonstrations Can Cost You A Lot
I don’t need to point out that some impressive new hardware and software have been developed in the drone space. A fundamental way many...
Joe Burgett
May 14, 20212 min read
Party Fowl: Birds and Drones Don't Mix
The internet has no shortage of videos of wildlife interfering with drone missions. More often than not, these videos result from the...
Joe Burgett
Apr 23, 20212 min read
11 Ground Control Point Placement Strategies
You can create a great-looking 3D module using just drone imagery. Because the GPS location and other metatdata are embedded in the image...
Joe Burgett
Mar 31, 20211 min read
Get More Flight Time by Taking Care of Your Batteries
Flight time is a significant consideration when purchasing a UAS. Most people know that as batteries age, operators will get less current...
Joe Burgett
Mar 21, 20212 min read
Accuracy: Relatively Right but Absolutely Wrong
A common question I hear is “how accurate are drone surveys.” If you’re a surveyor, you might argue that it’s a subject that fills whole...
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