Drone Piloting For Dummies

by Curt Simmons

Overview

The know-how you need to become a pro drone pilot and market your skill

Licensed and skilled drone pilots are in huge demand. Drone Piloting For Dummies teaches you how to make a career out of it. From real estate to construction to inspection to mapping to delivery, the need for drone photography and videography is everywhere. This book outlines the basics of selecting and operating a drone, shows you how to get licensed, and explains all the regulations you need to know. You'll also learn to read charts and capture high-quality photos and videos. Plus, this guide walks you through the process of turning this skill into a full-time career or profitable side hustle. Written by a licensed drone pilot and entrepreneur, Drone Piloting For Dummies helps you take off on your new adventure!

• Grasp flying basics and care for your drone
• Prep for certification and learn the regulations
• Refine your photography and videography skills
• Market your skills and discover cool career opportunities

This book is for anyone who wants to become a drone pilot or increase their piloting skills for job readiness and performance.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781394282159
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	10/07/2024
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	368
File size:	40 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.

About the Author

Curt Simmons is the author of more than 100 technology books, including Windows 11 For Seniors For Dummies. Curt is also a certified FAA Part 107 remote pilot and owns a drone photography business, Sky Life Photography, LLC (skylifephotography.com). He photographs rural properties, construction projects, and commercial landscaping projects.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Part 1: Becoming a Drone Pilot 5

Chapter 1: Finding Your Place in the Sky 7

Chapter 2: Flying for the First Time 27

Chapter 3: Maneuvering and Flying Your Drone 45

Chapter 4: Taking Care of Your Drone and Flying Safely 65

Part 2: Following FAA Regulations 77

Chapter 5: Exploring the TRUST Certificate and Part 107 Certification 79

Chapter 6: Following Flight Regulations 99

Chapter 7: Following More Flight Regulations 111

Chapter 8: Flying at Night 123

Part 3: Getting to Know the National Airspace System (NAS) and Sectional Charts 141

Chapter 9: Checking Out the National Airspace System 143

Chapter 10: Getting to Know Confusing Acronyms and Airport Radio Communications 163

Chapter 11: Discovering How to Read Sectional Charts 177

Chapter 12: Practically Interpreting Sectional Charts 191

Chapter 13: Flying Drones around Airports 207

Part 4: Flight Operations and Safety 219

Chapter 14: Piloting in Various Weather Conditions 221

Chapter 15: Flight Emergency Procedures 233

Chapter 16: Becoming a Safe, Responsible Drone Pilot 243

Part 5: Getting to Work: Drone Piloting in the Marketplace 257

Chapter 17: Taking Great Drone Photos 259

Chapter 18: Shooting Expert Drone Video 277

Chapter 19: Getting Drone Piloting Jobs 293

Part 6: The Part of Tens 313

Chapter 20: Ten Part 107 Test-Day Tips 315

Chapter 21: Ten Drone Piloting Myths 321

Chapter 22: Ten Common Drone Piloting Problems You Can Avoid 327

Index 333