AERIAL PHOTO & VIDEOCraig Peck – Flying Media

Derek Lau – aideM Media Solutions Inc…

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History of Aerial Imaging-Aerial photography was first practiced by the French photographer and balloonist Gaspard-Félix Tournachon, known as "Nadar", in 1858 over Paris, France.[1] However, the photographs he produced no longer exist and therefore the earliest surviving aerial photograph is titled 'Boston, as the Eagle and the Wild Goose See It.' Taken by James Wallace Black and Samuel Archer King on October 13, 1860, it depicts Boston from a height of 630m.

What NOT to do….Let’s take a look at some examples of unprofessional UAV use…..

What NOT to do….Example # 1 & TIPS ON HOW TO AVOID THE CRASH….-The pilot could have learned to fly (or attend a drone school) before taking off.-Use the included flight simulator to practice before flying the actual drone.-When taking off for the first time, hover at about 6 feet off the ground.-Using small inputs when learning to control your hobby drone.-Practicing your first few flights in an open area free of structures. This area should be completely free from people and property.

What NOT to do….Example # 2 & TIPS ON HOW TO AVOID THE CRASH….-Fly the drone in accordance to the flight objective-Obtained UAS Certification (FAA Part 107) before flying drones for commercial purposes-Slow down the flight speed to avoid colliding with people or property-Always maintained a safe distance from people and property-Attended a drone pilot school

HITTING/INJURING PEOPLE IS THE MOST DANGEROUS AND LIABLE ACT THAT CAN HAPPEN….. IMAGINE IF THESE TWO SOUGHT THE ADVICE OF A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY….

What NOT to do….Example # 3 & TIPS ON HOW TO AVOID THE CRASH….-Do not fly near power plants.-During your flight, check for the video downlink signal. This may be a sign of possible interference.-At first loss of signal or noticing interference, immediately land the drone and use the emergency shut down when on the ground to avoid an unwanted take off.

Interference is probably the second most common cause of drone crashes. If control is lost due to interference, low transmitter power, or even by losing a propeller, a drone will crash. In this crash, the pilot is recording a video of a Chinese power plant. Due to severe interference, his very expensive drone gains speed sideways, loses control, and crashes. If the drone were to crash inthe middle of the power plant, it could have caused thousands of dollars in damage.

The Right Way….How to make sure you are legally getting the best aerial footage you can !

#1 - Make sure your pilot is licensed & insured

#2 - Experience - ask about their background and training

#3 - Pre-programming vs manual flight

#4 - Pre-flight checklist - know your emergency procedures and areas. Perform a pre-flight risk assessment

#5 - Know the air spaces you are operating in, and have proper documents for those permissions (class D)

#6 - Be mindful of the weather

#7 - Be respectful of those around you

#8 - Fly only where you have permission

#9 - Use the right equipment for the job

#10 - Get references and check their work

Our Equipment…Time for some show and tell !

-”BIG MOE”- DJI Phantom 4 Pro

Projects Completed…-MD 200 Bypass (Kewit South & Corman Construction)

-Maris Grove (Erickson Construction)

-PA College of Health Sciences (The High Companies)

-Kemper Equipment

-Terex Equipment

Uses for Marketing and Promotion-Keeps videos and photos interesting

-Adds new perspective

-Keeps people’s attention

Uses for Investors and Lending Institutions-Update investors on progress

-Quality Control

-Show to designers and architects

Uses for Archives and Making a Legacy-Old original photos are always appreciated

-You never know what historical value your project may play down the road

-Old historical photos before , during and after can be referenced for eternity

Kemper Timelapse-Examples of our work

-Used for sales force

-Used for trade shows

-Shared with vendors and clients

Our Best Work….

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