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The Coolest Social Media Handles That Drone Pilots Should Follow

August 20, 2018
The Coolest Social Media Handles That Drone Pilots Should Follow

Social media is an incredibly effective way of staying attuned with the latest happenings in the drone industry. In this blog post, we have curated some cool social media handles that you MUST follow –

@DJIEnterprise / @DJIGlobal

This one is a no brainer. With other industry players yet to find their bearings, DJI remains the defacto choice for drone pilots across the world. Drone shipments are set to triple to 29 million by 2021 – and currently, with no competition in sight, DJI looks set to grab the lion’s share of this business. Apart from interesting commentary about the drone business, you will also get updates on any upcoming webinars.

Click here to access DJI’s last webinar on using drones for public safety.

@TheDroneGirl

Sally French AKA The Drone Girl is a Twitter Handle that you should definitely follow. Check out this great article which highlights some of the tremendous opportunities for drone pilots.

Sally has a unique and fresh perspective on industry happenings that is sure to be of great interest you. For folks who are figuring out the ropes of the drone industry, check out the Drone Buying Guide.

@Pix4D

For all you drone mappers, this is another account that you must follow. Pix4D is certainly the gold standard of mapping applications – and following their feed will keep you in the loop as far as latest product launches are concerned. Of particular interest to drone mappers will be the different case studies that Pix4D regularly puts out on their Twitter feed. You can also receive regular updates about Pix4D workshops that are organized across the world. This is a particularly interesting read about how UAV mapping is being used to create smart cities in North America and New Zealand.

@FLIR

FLIR can be certainly called the DJI of thermal cameras. I found their client testimonials/case studies really informative. Watch their feed for new product launches as well.

 

@theDroneU

You can call us biased – but this list would not be complete without a shout out for our Twitter, Facebook (Members Only) and Medium Accounts.

Following our Twitter Feed will keep you abreast with all Drone U content that is being put out across the internet. – A great way of following our YouTube videos, blog posts and Retweets. Phew…Wait. There is more. We are among the first to comment on new product launches, upcoming drone regulations and market trends. Drone U Chief Pilot, Paul Alexander is active on Twitter too. Paul is a regular at all major industry events and following his comments will allow you to stay on the top of this fast evolving UAS industry.

Our Facebook community is a member’s only community. Our 1,000 member strong community is a vibrant one which thrives on peer-to-peer interaction. Being a part of our Facebook community will help you quickly dispense the challenges that you encounter in your drone business. Check out this review from Taylor, a Drone U Member –

“Drone U has been a tremendous help in launching my drone business. The educational material is fantastically helpful, but I think the community on Facebook is absolutely invaluable. The knowledge of the members and eagerness to help is something I am so thankful for. I can’t wait to see what the future holds!”

Follow our Medium Account for commentary on the latest happenings in the drone industry.

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FAQs

1. How do I know what drone to buy?

The best way to know which drone to buy is by carefully evaluating your needs.

Ask yourself what features you prioritize and look out for them when comparing different models.

2. What drone should I get as a beginner?

Drones like the RyzeTech Tello, DJI Mini 3, and Holy Stone HS900 are ideal for beginners thanks to their user-friendly nature and affordability.

3. What is the 1:1 rule for drones?

It's important to ensure the safety of others when flying your drones, and one major way to do so is by complying with the 1:1 rule.

According to this rule, for every meter your drone is flying above the ground, it must maintain at least an equivalent horizontal distance from any uninvolved person.

4. What is considered a good drone?

Typically, a good drone:

  • is easy to operate
  • has a stable camera with high-resolution
  • offers sufficient flight time and range
  • provides robust safety and GPS capabilities.

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