I did Greg's course in 10 days comfortably. got an extra week cause my test was canceled, but I was ready in 10 days. If you need your part 107, go to pilot institute. Greg is an amazing teacher.
The colab we never expected but beyond happy that happened! Greg is awesome! I followed Pilot Institute and took their course to study for the 107 few years ago and boy was passing that test a breeze! Greg actually teaches things in english and easy to understand. Breaks it all down incredibly simply and emphasizes the right things for safety and fun! Keep these awesome Colabs coming!
I used Greg to get my 107 2 years ago and I must admit I am NOT a great student at all and I passed it easily my first time. I did take my time with it and studied for 2 months about an hour a day. Sectional charts are no joke and neither is this exam. If you do not study and do the practice exams that Greg has, you will fail this exam. Like I said earlier, I am not a great student but Greg made it fun and easy to learn. Having my Section 107 has changed my business big time. My You Tube Channel has gotten me a lot of real estate clients because of my drone flights. I highly recommend people to learn the laws, fly safe and have fun. It's an amazing hobby too! Great video too guys!
The 2024 exam just came out this past Monday. Very few questions from the previous year's test are actually on the new test making it difficult. The maps for sure still remain in place though. Just saying. Study new material prior to the renewal.
Currently studying for my UAV test, I'm surprised by how useful this video is. I always appreciate your mix of entertainment and knowledge-sharing you do.
Two people I immensely respect in this industry, together in one video! Thanks for this. Very helpful stuff. Even though I have a 107 and scored well on it, constantly learning is the key to staying legal.
Got my drone license after doing Pilot Institute's course last year! Greg is awesome! And I like that I'm a member of the content for life. He has great news recaps on youtube as well. Love the Greg/Potato Jet collab.
It was great to see you teaming up with Greg from Pilot Institute. Greg has a lot of knowledge, and can really explain even the most complicated Part 107 rule so anyone can understand them. And of course he offers his Part 107 course. Awesome video, thanks for sharing.
Got my Part 107 last month. Dedicated 2 weeks to study for it and it was still difficult because of the range of questions. Now it's time to get a bigger drone! Thanks for the content.
@@roknboker I bought a local chart of my area, I tried every free practice test and video I could find (Mr. Mig's Classroom is really good) but I got the most use out of a practice test app called "Part 107 Test". I even paid for the full version. Even then I had at least 10 questions on the actual test that I had never come across before.
That exact comment of "I feel like I should've done this way sooner" resonates so true with so many people I talk to. - Just Do It. Glad you don't have to solely rely on Carry any more ;) Love ya Jet! & team.
Ill be honest some of the rules regarding car and people like crossing roads is a bit much, so long as theres a plan in place and distance we should be allowed to fly over. Rules are a bit strict still but end of the day its down to bad pilots letting everyone else down.
I've been Part 107 Certified and doing commercial work in this industry for nearly 5 years now for the day job. Very helpful for new pilots getting into the industry. Since I'm looking at getting a new bird.. I may have to get some of those stickers.
I've had my mini 3 pro for over a year and live near JFK and LaGuardia. I've had no problems. I do get a notification about acknowledging I'm near an airport and so forth but once i check it off on the RC I'm ok. I'm wondering should i even get the part 107 if I'm only flying recreational here in NYC? I'm thinking once I pass the 107 and register my drone, ill NOW be listed and documented and subjected to all these limitations. As of now I'm not. so what would be the pro and cons of someone in my situation and drone? dji mini 3 pro and currently only flying recreational with no issues thus far in NYC
4:54 I'm a pilot who flies in and out of that airport... Buttonville is a huge airport, it's been there since the 1950s, and any police officer flying a drone that close to the runway approach had to have been a moron. Especially when they claimed they didn't know an airport was there; Buttonville airport is the operating base for the helicopters / aircraft of that police force.
It’s always cool to see you visit my home state, Gene! If you are ever a bit more south and want some local opinions, hit me up! Also, as a former private pilot and current part 107 holder, THANK YOU for making this video! Most people I know that have drones have not registered them, taken the TRUST, and they fly for hire without their part 107. It’s the bad actors who push safety boundaries and end up getting the rest of us more restrictions on flight, which means more cost and less income. Please, if you are not registered or if you haven’t taken the appropriate exams / courses for flying a drone, go get it done NOW!
This is great! Recently I was visiting Niagara Falls and saw a sign indicating no drone usage, but the DJI app said it was fine to fly. Knowing that there are additional resources that I can check is really helpful.
So did you end up flying there? I would guess you'd need to be careful even if you could since Niagara Falls borders Canada and I have no idea how breaching another country's airspace would work.
i live within a mile of a big central european airport and apparently they have jammers because when i called a roofer for a broken tile and he wanted to have a look with the drone first he couldnt even get it started. he said hes never experienced this before. and it was a big one too, like 2+ feet diameter
Being commercial that is likely built into the flight control software, the industry has a lot of info from different sources tied together. Even basic DJI app shows most restricted airspace on their flight map, I say most, because they don’t include National Parks as restricted (in USA) , likely others. It is possible to get approval to fly in some, but there is paperwork involved.
I got my 107 and I fully agree that we all share that airspace. Just like the highways on the ground, we have to be certain we are safe and the actions we do don't put others in harms way. The 5 hazardous attitudes helps identify the type of thinking that can lead you to making mistakes that will put yourself and others in danger. It really does start in how we think about the airspace. It's not something that we are entitled to. Yes, it's open and free, but that means it's open and free to everyone. That's why we have to manage the airspace and categorize it correctly so the correct emphasis is placed on controlling and managing those aircraft while they coexist in that airspace.
Free service for the tail numbers! That's awesome. Also, just FYI - you only need a single tail number. The FAA rule is that all aircraft in flight need the tail number. So you can use the same tail number for all of your aircraft as long as you don't fly them at the same time (which you can't since you would most likely run afoul of more regulations). State laws differ though, so that might not be 100% accurate. As far as the FAA is concerned though, you only need a single tail number for all of your recreational UAS.
Got my DJI Mini 3 2 months ago. I Just started studying for my part 107 license. This video was a great starting point in trying to figure out what to expect and what I should do.
Why do I have a feeling Gene got called by the FAA and this is part of his community service! It’s like traffic school for drone violators. Great video though!
Back in May I vacationed in Sedona, AZ so I instantly recognized the landscape in this video lol. I did a ton of research as to where I could fly in and around Sedona before I flew out there. I wish I had known about the Pilot Institute site with all the Arizona laws before hand. Thankfully I was able to fly with no issues.
WoW! Guys, Thank you for the amazing updates on flying drones. I'm Part-107 certified through Pilot Institute, the Best. -This video really helps many drone operators on refresher education on drone flying , policy & FAA law awareness & Updates...Keep The Drone awareness Spirit Going...
There are so many rules for getting a drone nowadays, crazy what you have to go through just to fly a drone. Great information, but really puts it all into perspective.
Great collab here. Passed Part 107 test after taking Greg’s course (I recommend), but Potato Jet makes it conversational and very helpful. I look forward to another PI & PJ collab.
Aerial Pilot Influencer : I break every drone laws for content, so you don't have to.. But when we see your content, We want to bro, we want to. Great support from Pilot Institute for pilots. Thanks both.
Great post1! I’m just enjoying all the info. I own 4, have my 107. ALWAYS more to learn, plus rules can change, it’s always great to refresh and review, listen to as much variety of different levels of flyers. As each flyer has different purposes, places, and especially different capability drones, one can NEVER ass-u-me each flight is going to ever be the same. (Like the wind!)🇺🇸
Great video, and yes, getting my part 107 has changed my world and my respect for my passion flying Drones, and don’t kid yourself, ask anyone that has taken a test it is quite stressful.
Thank you from the dude at Hilton who recognized you in Prescott AZ. Thank you for the tips on the apps. I just picked up a Tello before I get something nice
Great video! My wife got her Part 7 a while back and it was pretty eye opening all the rules that I think are commonly misunderstood. If you want to go down the rabbit hole even deeper, just filming in general on public land if you are monetizing may be illegal if you didn't get a permit beforehand. This applies to NPS, BLM, FWS, and NFS which many many people don't seem to be aware of. Then there is state managed land which is even more complex because each state is different.
I passed my 107 this past week when the new test came out however it hardly had past test questions of the previous years online and elsewhere even through a different drone school. It was bery difficult however i passed and am licenced now but i believe that i will go with the pilot institute on the renewal however.
People blame irresponsible drone pilots but it is the government that ruins it for everyone. You don’t punish everyone for the crimes of the few. It’s not reasonable to ban cars because someone commits vehicular murder Even if we are just taking about parks, boats are allowed and they can cause damage. Dogs are allowed and they can mess with wildlife. Why should drones be the exception? At most just require licensing or something.
Your videos have improved greatly. Have slowed down how fast you talk has made your stuff much more enjoyable to watch and follow. As always your knowledge is great and having Greg on was super. Didn’t realize they are in Prescott. I am up there like every weekend as have family up there. Thanks for this excellent video👍
Just got an Air 2S. I'll be getting my part 107 very soon because i do real estate photography and everyone wants overhead shots of the properties nowadays.
This was like worlds colliding for me! Two of my three main categories of nerdiness in one video! Gene, can you please start a(nother) channel about aviation?
im a little late but thanks for the free lessons!! i dont know where else to thank you! im watching them while i fly on a sim on my main monitor! learning as i pratice! its awesome!
Did I understand that right, under part 107 your visual observer can be somewhere else, not immediately next to you? Assuming that requires open communication.
@Gregg Love your informative videos. We all need to help spread the word and fight for all the drone pilots and how much they absolutely love this hobby!
Thanks for going over these rules. I notice a lot of creators glance over the laws and send mix messages to aspiring drone ops when it comes to where/when you can fly.
Tbf, there are a lot of drone laws that are pretty ambiguous(i.e. if you read VLOS rules, it never TRULY constitutes what VLOS means in distance) but yeah, there are a lot of creators that go back and fourth on some of these things(it's SUPER frustrating for future 107 operators like me who aren't 100% sure)
Hey Gene, thank you for all the amazing content. I have a question I can’t seem to find the answer anywhere. Can I buy just a DJI controler, use it with their simulator software and only buy the drone and goggles once I feel confident with flying or do I have to buy the full kit all at once?
Your able to link a DJI Controller 2 (and I believe the older DJI controller) with other simulators, (I like ‘LiftOff’ & they have DJI’s fpv drone as an option if you want too) though you need a computer for this - but there’s stacks of fpv simulators on Steam. You can even use a something like a PS2 or Xbox remote if you want. But yep, to use the DJI fpv simulator you need an activated drone with goggles (though you don’t need to use the goggles, to use controller with the app - but if you’ve got them… 😉).
@@gabrielsap yeah good point. If you do just get a DJI controller 2, you’ll need to activate it before you can use it with a simulator & this is done via the DJI assistant software. Sadly this is also very temperamental on Mac’s (if you have a DJI Fpv or Avata, you can activate the controller 2 by binding it with the drone), but otherwise if you can get access to a PC for the activation step it’s a bit easier, or a Mac running Monterey (macOS 12) or earlier it’s possible.
Greg is the best I got mine through him.. And I've already used several times.. and use it three times so far on Independent films... His way of teaching is very fluid.. and his cool accent really helps 😂.. good guy and great class no joke. I'm old and I was able to pass it.
I did not know there were all these restrictions until I spent over $1k for a long time dream come true. But with everything else I cvs to know by the book. How can I possibly remember all these regulations. I'm all for flying safe as though I was flying a commercial jet... But this is crazy to remember.
12:40 *** Needs a correction lol mostly kidding but seriously even though they've peeled back some of the restrictions this part 107 is 60% stuff as drone pilots we will never need to know. Maybe in an odd instance but for most pilots they're staying in LOS and under tree tops. Please allow that commercially. Still absurd, I get the safety component but TREE TOPS 😜 But Im thankful that people like Greg are helping with the education
Some regional airports do require notification if you’re 5 miles out. I think it’s important to note that these are broad things - but local laws always vary.
Probably one of your best videos and you produce some of the best videos out there. Your channel appeals to everyone from the beginner to the seasoned veteran. Great job.
Enjoyed the video. I'm a commercial pilot and I fly drones recreationally. I understand why the FAA has regulated drone operations. There is the "that guy" component in every activity humans participate. I will comment, the FAA has overly regulated drone operations. The regulations for operating a drone should have been simple, clear, unabiguous, without undue burden and, in particular, as it pertains to recreational operations. Oh well, this is the country we live and love.
I can't even fly on my own property because the municipal airport that was near my place...it shut down like 12 years ago but it's still zoned as an airport.
4:05 the 5 mile rule was never a thing. What the rule was you had to notify if you were flying within 5 miles an airport that rule has not changed what changed is how we notify
I wanted to buy a drone so I tried borrowing a friend’s drone for a vacation video. It was a nightmare to setup, register for that location and had to take off from a specific spot. It was not worth the effort and time. Pretty much ended up being a dead weight throughout the whole trip.
Great video! You actually can fly over national parks, but the drone must takeoff and land outside the park boundary, and you must operate the drone outside the park. This is because the FAA, not the NPS, controls the airspace above national parks, and the FAA does not prohibit flying over most national parks. Even so, don't be a jerk about this, like flying too close to animals or people, or the FAA might change their rules about this.
Great informative video. It seems that a lot of people don't know the rules, and even when you think you know them there can be other things that may prevent you from flying. I'd like to plug Pilot Institute for their great educational training. I used their training course to acquire the knowledge and ultimately pass the exam for the part 107.
21:43 I took my drone to Guatemala back in 2017 or 2018. Had to take it in my carry on. No problem going there but on the way back they confiscated my drone tools in the Guatemala airport. During the luggage check the guys made me throw my Allen wrenches. It was fine. Better that than my drones. But yea do check in advance when traveling. And be aware it might be different on the way back
👉🏻Just finished taking the Part 107 course through Pilot’s institute. They definitely have a good product that helped me pass the test with flying colors (pun intended 😂)
Remote ID does apply to sub 250g if you’re flying a category 1 drone + mavic 2 pro can be flown over people at certain altitude using a FAA approved parachute
Remote ID doesn't apply if you're flying a drone under 250 grams AND it's flown recreationally. But Remote ID does apply to all drones flown under part 107 (non-recreational purposes). As far as parachutes, there is no such thing as an FAA-approved parachute anymore. The FAA is now using categories of drones for approval. Waivers using parachutes are no longer a thing since the new rules for flying over people came out in 2021. A Mavic 2 with a parachute would not qualify as capable to fly over people at the moment.
I took the Pilot Institute course a couple of years ago... Great for 107! Even so, I really enjoyed this video! What a great casual, informative, and enjoyable video presentation. Good job to all!
Thanks for the video, I know iv been looking for better understanding into this stuff that makes since. Hopefully the line of site rule is something that gets modified sooner or later. I dont have a drone yet, but been next to people that have them and seems like you can only see them for a couple hundred feet which for so many scenarios just does not work.
Excellent video. Very informative! Ive had my Part 107 for a long time. What a difference in the flow of information these days. Thanks for making the video!
It's all about control. 'They' fear our right to utilize surveillance against them. Safety has NOTHING to do with it. Notice how police and ANY government worker gets when being filmed ? People are so Naive.
Outstanding Video. Every question answered I completely agree with as it's stated in Part 107. Bravo. I've been legally flying since 2017. It's been a ride and this video nails every question perfectly. Bravo and thank you for this service to our industry. Have fun Potato Jet. Welcome to the club. Enjoy the bounty of benefits you will receive from flying safe, aware and legal to the FAA who does want to help our industry. They just want safe pilots!
Every drone photographer I know breaks the laws; partly due to ignorance, but also because the laws and the permitting processes are so ridiculous. Planing trip to do a single 15 minute drone photo shoot can cost $250 and take 3 months...only to be denied for no stated reason.
Thank you for bringing this info to your community PotatoJet (and your transparency on your own Part 107), more safety around drones is better for everyone.
Greatly appreciate all the videos and updates. Just obtained my recurrent certificate. Its interesting to see the changes since I passed the initial test more than 3 years ago, thanks to pilot institute. Hoping DJI provides software update for remote id for my Mavic Air 2. Thanks Greg and team. Dan
I'm confused by the footage in this video. You are clearly taking off on the overlook that faces Bell Rock and is located in a US Forest Service wilderness area. Each parking area has signs stating that you cannot use UAVs there. Am I missing something?
Note: you can fly over a national park , you can't land or take off in one. Read the law carefully. As to night flight , read the rules related to community based standards organizations, AMA has always allowed night flight if you have attitude lights. So much mis-stated in this video but when you are trying to get people to pay you to learn what is very simple to be able to pass a test what do you expect.
The biggest issue in my area is manned aircraft flying well under 400 feet above ground level near an area where drones have self reported that they are flying. It happens all the time the problem is manned aircraft not the drone
I did Greg's course in 10 days comfortably. got an extra week cause my test was canceled, but I was ready in 10 days. If you need your part 107, go to pilot institute. Greg is an amazing teacher.
The colab we never expected but beyond happy that happened! Greg is awesome! I followed Pilot Institute and took their course to study for the 107 few years ago and boy was passing that test a breeze! Greg actually teaches things in english and easy to understand. Breaks it all down incredibly simply and emphasizes the right things for safety and fun! Keep these awesome Colabs coming!
I used Greg to get my 107 2 years ago and I must admit I am NOT a great student at all and I passed it easily my first time. I did take my time with it and studied for 2 months about an hour a day. Sectional charts are no joke and neither is this exam. If you do not study and do the practice exams that Greg has, you will fail this exam. Like I said earlier, I am not a great student but Greg made it fun and easy to learn. Having my Section 107 has changed my business big time. My You Tube Channel has gotten me a lot of real estate clients because of my drone flights. I highly recommend people to learn the laws, fly safe and have fun. It's an amazing hobby too! Great video too guys!
That is the exact same story as mine, I took 3 months to study, but greg made it fun
The 2024 exam just came out this past Monday. Very few questions from the previous year's test are actually on the new test making it difficult. The maps for sure still remain in place though. Just saying. Study new material prior to the renewal.
I took a practice test online and got 68.3 percent without even studying
Currently studying for my UAV test, I'm surprised by how useful this video is. I always appreciate your mix of entertainment and knowledge-sharing you do.
Two people I immensely respect in this industry, together in one video! Thanks for this. Very helpful stuff. Even though I have a 107 and scored well on it, constantly learning is the key to staying legal.
Nice to see a creator not giving bum info about drone rules and teaming up with Greg from Pilot Institute, good move. 😎
Got my drone license after doing Pilot Institute's course last year! Greg is awesome! And I like that I'm a member of the content for life. He has great news recaps on youtube as well. Love the Greg/Potato Jet collab.
Fantastic collaboration guys! Love Potato Jet and love Pilot Institute for drone safety and regulation content!
I landed in Zazu while you guys were filming this, easy to spot fellow TH-camrs out in the wild! Good stuff!
It was great to see you teaming up with Greg from Pilot Institute. Greg has a lot of knowledge, and can really explain even the most complicated Part 107 rule so anyone can understand them. And of course he offers his Part 107 course. Awesome video, thanks for sharing.
Got my Part 107 last month. Dedicated 2 weeks to study for it and it was still difficult because of the range of questions. Now it's time to get a bigger drone! Thanks for the content.
where do you recommend I study - was there a website or document that you liked the best?
@@roknbokerking schools
@@roknboker I bought a local chart of my area, I tried every free practice test and video I could find (Mr. Mig's Classroom is really good) but I got the most use out of a practice test app called "Part 107 Test". I even paid for the full version. Even then I had at least 10 questions on the actual test that I had never come across before.
@@SkyPathProductionsking schools helped a ton. Also drone coach and Mr miggs
What an AMAZING collaboration between Potato Jet and Pilot Institute! Keep ‘em coming! ❤
Great job, I've done my FAA part 107 with the Pilot-institute and they helped tremendously with their classes
Greg's a great guy, it's nice to see him on your channel. Pilot Institute is the go to for information for drone flyers.
That exact comment of "I feel like I should've done this way sooner" resonates so true with so many people I talk to. - Just Do It. Glad you don't have to solely rely on Carry any more ;) Love ya Jet! & team.
Appreciate all the info! getting registered and going for part 107. Seems like Pilot Institute is the best way to go about it all!
Ill be honest some of the rules regarding car and people like crossing roads is a bit much, so long as theres a plan in place and distance we should be allowed to fly over. Rules are a bit strict still but end of the day its down to bad pilots letting everyone else down.
I've been Part 107 Certified and doing commercial work in this industry for nearly 5 years now for the day job. Very helpful for new pilots getting into the industry. Since I'm looking at getting a new bird.. I may have to get some of those stickers.
I've had my mini 3 pro for over a year and live near JFK and LaGuardia. I've had no problems. I do get a notification about acknowledging I'm near an airport and so forth but once i check it off on the RC I'm ok. I'm wondering should i even get the part 107 if I'm only flying recreational here in NYC? I'm thinking once I pass the 107 and register my drone, ill NOW be listed and documented and subjected to all these limitations. As of now I'm not. so what would be the pro and cons of someone in my situation and drone? dji mini 3 pro and currently only flying recreational with no issues thus far in NYC
4:54 I'm a pilot who flies in and out of that airport... Buttonville is a huge airport, it's been there since the 1950s, and any police officer flying a drone that close to the runway approach had to have been a moron. Especially when they claimed they didn't know an airport was there; Buttonville airport is the operating base for the helicopters / aircraft of that police force.
So cool to see Greg here! I am working on my 107 rn with him!
Gene are you doing a review on the new (BetaFPV BNF Pavo Pico HD 2" Cinewhoop for DJI O3)
It’s always cool to see you visit my home state, Gene! If you are ever a bit more south and want some local opinions, hit me up! Also, as a former private pilot and current part 107 holder, THANK YOU for making this video! Most people I know that have drones have not registered them, taken the TRUST, and they fly for hire without their part 107. It’s the bad actors who push safety boundaries and end up getting the rest of us more restrictions on flight, which means more cost and less income. Please, if you are not registered or if you haven’t taken the appropriate exams / courses for flying a drone, go get it done NOW!
This is great! Recently I was visiting Niagara Falls and saw a sign indicating no drone usage, but the DJI app said it was fine to fly. Knowing that there are additional resources that I can check is really helpful.
So did you fly or not?
So did you end up flying there? I would guess you'd need to be careful even if you could since Niagara Falls borders Canada and I have no idea how breaching another country's airspace would work.
@@mikepatton8691 I did not fly. Didn’t want to risk it.
i live within a mile of a big central european airport and apparently they have jammers because when i called a roofer for a broken tile and he wanted to have a look with the drone first he couldnt even get it started. he said hes never experienced this before. and it was a big one too, like 2+ feet diameter
Being commercial that is likely built into the flight control software, the industry has a lot of info from different sources tied together. Even basic DJI app shows most restricted airspace on their flight map, I say most, because they don’t include National Parks as restricted (in USA) , likely others. It is possible to get approval to fly in some, but there is paperwork involved.
I took the PI course over a month's span and made a 93 on the part 107 exam. Fantastic corse. I highly recommend it! ❤
Yeah Greg! His course was amazing, got a 93 on my exam because of his course.
I got my 107 and I fully agree that we all share that airspace. Just like the highways on the ground, we have to be certain we are safe and the actions we do don't put others in harms way. The 5 hazardous attitudes helps identify the type of thinking that can lead you to making mistakes that will put yourself and others in danger. It really does start in how we think about the airspace. It's not something that we are entitled to. Yes, it's open and free, but that means it's open and free to everyone. That's why we have to manage the airspace and categorize it correctly so the correct emphasis is placed on controlling and managing those aircraft while they coexist in that airspace.
Free service for the tail numbers! That's awesome. Also, just FYI - you only need a single tail number. The FAA rule is that all aircraft in flight need the tail number. So you can use the same tail number for all of your aircraft as long as you don't fly them at the same time (which you can't since you would most likely run afoul of more regulations). State laws differ though, so that might not be 100% accurate. As far as the FAA is concerned though, you only need a single tail number for all of your recreational UAS.
How many hours have I heard his voice 😅 pilot institute is the GOAT def recommend
Got my DJI Mini 3 2 months ago. I Just started studying for my part 107 license. This video was a great starting point in trying to figure out what to expect and what I should do.
Just passed my test today with a 92! Pilot Institute really works.
Why do I have a feeling Gene got called by the FAA and this is part of his community service! It’s like traffic school for drone violators. Great video though!
Does Part 107 expire after certain time? do you need to re-certify?
Epic video. The regulations and fear of getting in trouble have prevented me from flying a drone. Now I’m feeling confident to get up in the air
Back in May I vacationed in Sedona, AZ so I instantly recognized the landscape in this video lol. I did a ton of research as to where I could fly in and around Sedona before I flew out there. I wish I had known about the Pilot Institute site with all the Arizona laws before hand. Thankfully I was able to fly with no issues.
WoW! Guys, Thank you for the amazing updates on flying drones. I'm Part-107 certified through Pilot Institute, the Best. -This video really helps many drone operators on refresher education on drone flying , policy & FAA law awareness & Updates...Keep The Drone awareness Spirit Going...
There are so many rules for getting a drone nowadays, crazy what you have to go through just to fly a drone. Great information, but really puts it all into perspective.
...because of all the boneheads doing stupid things.
Really you don’t have to do much at all that’s a fricking problem.
Great collab here. Passed Part 107 test after taking Greg’s course (I recommend), but Potato Jet makes it conversational and very helpful. I look forward to another PI & PJ collab.
Been looking at the pilot for a while now, this definitely encourages me to go for it. Thanks, PJ!
Great video. I'm still searching for a hobby that isn't regulated by the USG. I don't think I'll find one!
Aerial Pilot Influencer : I break every drone laws for content, so you don't have to.. But when we see your content, We want to bro, we want to. Great support from Pilot Institute for pilots. Thanks both.
Great post1! I’m just enjoying all the info. I own 4, have my 107. ALWAYS more to learn, plus rules can change, it’s always great to refresh and review, listen to as much variety of different levels of flyers. As each flyer has different purposes, places, and especially different capability drones, one can NEVER ass-u-me each flight is going to ever be the same. (Like the wind!)🇺🇸
Great video, and yes, getting my part 107 has changed my world and my respect for my passion flying Drones, and don’t kid yourself, ask anyone that has taken a test it is quite stressful.
Cannot express enough how informative this is, thank you guys!!
Thank you from the dude at Hilton who recognized you in Prescott AZ. Thank you for the tips on the apps. I just picked up a Tello before I get something nice
Great video! My wife got her Part 7 a while back and it was pretty eye opening all the rules that I think are commonly misunderstood. If you want to go down the rabbit hole even deeper, just filming in general on public land if you are monetizing may be illegal if you didn't get a permit beforehand. This applies to NPS, BLM, FWS, and NFS which many many people don't seem to be aware of. Then there is state managed land which is even more complex because each state is different.
I passed my 107 this past week when the new test came out however it hardly had past test questions of the previous years online and elsewhere even through a different drone school. It was bery difficult however i passed and am licenced now but i believe that i will go with the pilot institute on the renewal however.
What a collab! Great and much needed information. Thanks!
People blame irresponsible drone pilots but it is the government that ruins it for everyone. You don’t punish everyone for the crimes of the few.
It’s not reasonable to ban cars because someone commits vehicular murder
Even if we are just taking about parks, boats are allowed and they can cause damage. Dogs are allowed and they can mess with wildlife.
Why should drones be the exception? At most just require licensing or something.
Your videos have improved greatly. Have slowed down how fast you talk has made your stuff much more enjoyable to watch and follow. As always your knowledge is great and having Greg on was super. Didn’t realize they are in Prescott. I am up there like every weekend as have family up there. Thanks for this excellent video👍
Just got an Air 2S. I'll be getting my part 107 very soon because i do real estate photography and everyone wants overhead shots of the properties nowadays.
As long as you stay on the property is all good
This was like worlds colliding for me! Two of my three main categories of nerdiness in one video! Gene, can you please start a(nother) channel about aviation?
This is one of the best I've seen that combines excellent scenic video with instruction.
im a little late but thanks for the free lessons!! i dont know where else to thank you! im watching them while i fly on a sim on my main monitor! learning as i pratice! its awesome!
Did I understand that right, under part 107 your visual observer can be somewhere else, not immediately next to you? Assuming that requires open communication.
@Gregg Love your informative videos. We all need to help spread the word and fight for all the drone pilots and how much they absolutely love this hobby!
Thanks for going over these rules. I notice a lot of creators glance over the laws and send mix messages to aspiring drone ops when it comes to where/when you can fly.
Tbf, there are a lot of drone laws that are pretty ambiguous(i.e. if you read VLOS rules, it never TRULY constitutes what VLOS means in distance) but yeah, there are a lot of creators that go back and fourth on some of these things(it's SUPER frustrating for future 107 operators like me who aren't 100% sure)
@@JefferyWisdom totally agree. its nice to have a lot of these answered all in one video that I can send to friends as a reference
Ive been putting it off for 3 years. I need to get to it. Ive done pilot institute course it was great
Hey Gene, thank you for all the amazing content. I have a question I can’t seem to find the answer anywhere.
Can I buy just a DJI controler, use it with their simulator software and only buy the drone and goggles once I feel confident with flying or do I have to buy the full kit all at once?
Unfortunately you will need a drone too in order to use the DJI simulator app.
@@PilotInstitute damn 💸 😅 Thank you so much :)
Your able to link a DJI Controller 2 (and I believe the older DJI controller) with other simulators, (I like ‘LiftOff’ & they have DJI’s fpv drone as an option if you want too) though you need a computer for this - but there’s stacks of fpv simulators on Steam.
You can even use a something like a PS2 or Xbox remote if you want.
But yep, to use the DJI fpv simulator you need an activated drone with goggles (though you don’t need to use the goggles, to use controller with the app - but if you’ve got them… 😉).
@@lecolintube that’s great news! Even better if there’s something for Max. Just found out DJI’s is only available for Windows
@@gabrielsap yeah good point. If you do just get a DJI controller 2, you’ll need to activate it before you can use it with a simulator & this is done via the DJI assistant software. Sadly this is also very temperamental on Mac’s (if you have a DJI Fpv or Avata, you can activate the controller 2 by binding it with the drone), but otherwise if you can get access to a PC for the activation step it’s a bit easier, or a Mac running Monterey (macOS 12) or earlier it’s possible.
Oh and congrats Gene on the Part 107 cert!
Greg is the best I got mine through him.. And I've already used several times.. and use it three times so far on Independent films... His way of teaching is very fluid.. and his cool accent really helps 😂.. good guy and great class no joke. I'm old and I was able to pass it.
I did not know there were all these restrictions until I spent over $1k for a long time dream come true. But with everything else I cvs to know by the book. How can I possibly remember all these regulations. I'm all for flying safe as though I was flying a commercial jet... But this is crazy to remember.
Great video! Looks like Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock in the first part of the video, wish you had talked about flying in Wilderness Areas...
12:40 *** Needs a correction lol mostly kidding but seriously even though they've peeled back some of the restrictions this part 107 is 60% stuff as drone pilots we will never need to know. Maybe in an odd instance but for most pilots they're staying in LOS and under tree tops. Please allow that commercially. Still absurd, I get the safety component but TREE TOPS 😜
But Im thankful that people like Greg are helping with the education
Some regional airports do require notification if you’re 5 miles out. I think it’s important to note that these are broad things - but local laws always vary.
Two of my favs together !
So well done. I am setting up UAS training for students and campus police for my employer ( a university). this common sense approach is wonderful!
Probably one of your best videos and you produce some of the best videos out there. Your channel appeals to everyone from the beginner to the seasoned veteran. Great job.
Enjoyed the video. I'm a commercial pilot and I fly drones recreationally. I understand why the FAA has regulated drone operations. There is the "that guy" component in every activity humans participate. I will comment, the FAA has overly regulated drone operations. The regulations for operating a drone should have been simple, clear, unabiguous, without undue burden and, in particular, as it pertains to recreational operations. Oh well, this is the country we live and love.
I can't even fly on my own property because the municipal airport that was near my place...it shut down like 12 years ago but it's still zoned as an airport.
Did you check on Aloft to see the restrictions? If it's closed, chances are you can fly there without any problem.
4:05 the 5 mile rule was never a thing. What the rule was you had to notify if you were flying within 5 miles an airport that rule has not changed what changed is how we notify
Awesome video! Pilot Institute is a great resource.
Great video. Thank you but I have a very important question. Where can I get an office chair like you have? I want one for my office.
I wanted to buy a drone so I tried borrowing a friend’s drone for a vacation video. It was a nightmare to setup, register for that location and had to take off from a specific spot. It was not worth the effort and time. Pretty much ended up being a dead weight throughout the whole trip.
Great video! You actually can fly over national parks, but the drone must takeoff and land outside the park boundary, and you must operate the drone outside the park. This is because the FAA, not the NPS, controls the airspace above national parks, and the FAA does not prohibit flying over most national parks. Even so, don't be a jerk about this, like flying too close to animals or people, or the FAA might change their rules about this.
I didn't realize Pilot Institute offered so many free services and information! Outstanding! Thank you for sharing, cheers 🍻
Got my Part 107 with help from Pilot Institute! Greg is awesome and structures the course so well. Great to see a video like this!
Great informative video. It seems that a lot of people don't know the rules, and even when you think you know them there can be other things that may prevent you from flying. I'd like to plug Pilot Institute for their great educational training. I used their training course to acquire the knowledge and ultimately pass the exam for the part 107.
21:43 I took my drone to Guatemala back in 2017 or 2018. Had to take it in my carry on. No problem going there but on the way back they confiscated my drone tools in the Guatemala airport. During the luggage check the guys made me throw my Allen wrenches. It was fine. Better that than my drones. But yea do check in advance when traveling. And be aware it might be different on the way back
👉🏻Just finished taking the Part 107 course through Pilot’s institute. They definitely have a good product that helped me pass the test with flying colors (pun intended 😂)
Such a helpful video! Didn’t even know some of these rules were so out of date! Thank you👏🏽
Remote ID does apply to sub 250g if you’re flying a category 1 drone + mavic 2 pro can be flown over people at certain altitude using a FAA approved parachute
Remote ID doesn't apply if you're flying a drone under 250 grams AND it's flown recreationally. But Remote ID does apply to all drones flown under part 107 (non-recreational purposes).
As far as parachutes, there is no such thing as an FAA-approved parachute anymore. The FAA is now using categories of drones for approval. Waivers using parachutes are no longer a thing since the new rules for flying over people came out in 2021. A Mavic 2 with a parachute would not qualify as capable to fly over people at the moment.
Thanks! Good info to know about. @@PilotInstitute
I took the Pilot Institute course a couple of years ago... Great for 107! Even so, I really enjoyed this video! What a great casual, informative, and enjoyable video presentation. Good job to all!
Great video I love that plane and I love Sedona! I used to fly diamond star 686US into Sedona all the time
Thanks for the video, I know iv been looking for better understanding into this stuff that makes since. Hopefully the line of site rule is something that gets modified sooner or later. I dont have a drone yet, but been next to people that have them and seems like you can only see them for a couple hundred feet which for so many scenarios just does not work.
Excellent video. Very informative! Ive had my Part 107 for a long time. What a difference in the flow of information these days. Thanks for making the video!
Great video, incredibly informative, appreciate you guys for sharing all of this with us!
It's all about control.
'They' fear our right to utilize surveillance against them.
Safety has NOTHING to do with it.
Notice how police and ANY government worker gets when being filmed ?
People are so Naive.
Outstanding Video. Every question answered I completely agree with as it's stated in Part 107. Bravo. I've been legally flying since 2017. It's been a ride and this video nails every question perfectly. Bravo and thank you for this service to our industry. Have fun Potato Jet. Welcome to the club. Enjoy the bounty of benefits you will receive from flying safe, aware and legal to the FAA who does want to help our industry. They just want safe pilots!
Really enjoyed this video! Will definitely over our drone rules are here in 🇨🇦
Greg is sincerely the best!
Nice thinking of opening a drone park and advice
If you fly a smaller drone, a strobe can be helpful in helping you see it a little further.
Potato learning about all the rules he's (we've all) broken to this point 😂
Every drone photographer I know breaks the laws; partly due to ignorance, but also because the laws and the permitting processes are so ridiculous. Planing trip to do a single 15 minute drone photo shoot can cost $250 and take 3 months...only to be denied for no stated reason.
Thank you for bringing this info to your community PotatoJet (and your transparency on your own Part 107), more safety around drones is better for everyone.
Greatly appreciate all the videos and updates. Just obtained my recurrent certificate. Its interesting to see the changes since I passed the initial test more than 3 years ago, thanks to pilot institute. Hoping DJI provides software update for remote id for my Mavic Air 2. Thanks Greg and team. Dan
my Mavic air stopped connecting to the phone app,, how do I get this thing flying and streaming again,,, or is this now illegal?
I'm confused by the footage in this video. You are clearly taking off on the overlook that faces Bell Rock and is located in a US Forest Service wilderness area. Each parking area has signs stating that you cannot use UAVs there. Am I missing something?
Well done. Love the review and the comedy you added to the video. Nice it is updated information.
Note: you can fly over a national park , you can't land or take off in one. Read the law carefully. As to night flight , read the rules related to community based standards organizations, AMA has always allowed night flight if you have attitude lights. So much mis-stated in this video but when you are trying to get people to pay you to learn what is very simple to be able to pass a test what do you expect.
The biggest issue in my area is manned aircraft flying well under 400 feet above ground level near an area where drones have self reported that they are flying. It happens all the time the problem is manned aircraft not the drone
Love pilot institute! Great study material for part 107!