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9 11, 2020

The Power of Networking in the Drone Industry

By |November 9th, 2020|Categories: Aerial Filming Aerial Photography Aerial Video and Filming Agriculture Articles Boats and Shipping CAA Cablecam DJI Elevated Mast Hire General Hobbyist Inspections & Surveys Insurance Members News Newsletter-Articles Photographer Photography Promotions Property Schools Stock Thermal Imaging Uncategorized |Tags: |Comments Off on The Power of Networking in the Drone Industry

The Power of Networking in the Drone IndustryIn 2015, Mark Boyt set up Drone Safe Register™, the UK’s first professional network of safe, legal and insured drone operators for hire.After noticing a gap in the market for a safe and supportive group of legal and professionally trained drone operators, Mark knew there was an opportunity for something to be done to increase networking in the drone industry.Drone Safe Register™ was launched and is now the UK’s largest network of CAA Approved Drone Operators. Our members provide a quality service for residential property, industria [...]

16 09, 2016

CAA and Drone Professionals

By |September 16th, 2016|Categories: News |Tags: |Comments Off on CAA and Drone Professionals

CAA Drone Professionals This week, Drone Safe Register (DSR) spoke to Jonathan Nicholson who is the Assistant Director of Corporate Communications at the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Press Office.DSR: What is the role of the CAA concerning drones both as a hobbyist and a professional?CAA:  The CAA’s interest is as an aviation safety regulator.  So our role covers both drone safety whether you are a hobbyist or a professional.  The CAA is interested in making sure that drones can fulfil their potential commercially and that people can enjoy flying their dr [...]

8 03, 2016

6 Things to Consider Before You Hire a Drone

By |March 8th, 2016|Categories: News |Tags: |Comments Off on 6 Things to Consider Before You Hire a Drone

Things to Consider Before You Hire a Drone1. Try to be flexible with the dates for filmingWeather is a massive factor when it comes to hiring a drone. When you are looking to book a drone, try to be fully aware of the UK weather forecast and, if an unexpected storm comes in out of nowhere, understand the filming may have to be delayed. Scheduling a second date is a good idea in case the drone is unable to fly due to rain or wind.  If you are hiring a drone to take aerial pictures at your wedding, there isn’t going to be a lot of roo [...]