Drone Flight Operations and Safety

Acquiring Smooth Shots with Drones

• Importance of ND filter and tilt setup for smooth shots
• Director/producer/client requests may dictate flight plans and paths
• Following rules can avoid common problems in drone flying

Rules of Takeoff

• Rule 1: Take off into the wind
• Rule 2: Pilot and drone should have the same orientation to avoid inadvertent motions
• Rule 3: Perform a control sweep and battery test upon takeoff

Pre-Flight Safety Precautions

• Return to home altitude and check IMU and battery info
• Perform battery tests to ensure drone safety

Drone Flight Motions

• Descending crane shot: descend while tilting up on the tilt wheel
• Ascending crane shot: elevate while tilting down on the tilt wheel
• Tilting reveal: tilt down slowly to reveal the subject
• Histogram shot: fly over an object with a slow ascent
• Slide: roll to the right or left to reveal the subject
• Rotating reveal: roll and yaw in opposite directions to reveal the subject

Advanced Drone Flight Motions

• Boomerang shot: combine tilting and yawing motions to create a complex shot
• Orbit: roll and yaw in opposite directions to create a circular motion
• Obstacle shot: use an obstacle in the foreground to create a captivating shot

Tips for Smooth Flight Motions

• Practice to achieve smooth movements
• Use deep breathing exercises and meditation to improve focus
• Fly at different focal lengths, altitudes, and directions to create variation
• Don't be afraid to get creative and experiment with new shots

Acquiring Smooth Shots with Drones

• ND filters and tilt setup are crucial for capturing smooth shots
• Flight plans and paths may be influenced by director/producer/client requests

Rules of Takeoff

• Takeoff into the wind to maintain stability
• Ensure pilot and drone have the same orientation to avoid unintended movements
• Perform a control sweep and battery test upon takeoff to ensure drone functionality

Pre-Flight Safety Precautions

• Set return to home altitude and check IMU and battery information before flight
• Conduct battery tests to ensure drone safety and prevent accidents

Drone Flight Motions

• Descending crane shot: combine descending motion with tilting up on the tilt wheel
• Ascending crane shot: elevate while tilting down on the tilt wheel
• Tilting reveal: slowly tilt down to reveal the subject
• Histogram shot: fly over an object with a slow ascent to create a dramatic effect
• Slide: roll to the right or left to reveal the subject
• Rotating reveal: combine rolling and yawing in opposite directions to reveal the subject

Advanced Drone Flight Motions

• Boomerang shot: combine tilting and yawing motions to create a complex and dynamic shot
• Orbit: roll and yaw in opposite directions to create a circular motion around the subject
• Obstacle shot: use an obstacle in the foreground to create a captivating and visually appealing shot

Tips for Smooth Flight Motions

• Regular practice is essential to achieve smooth movements
• Deep breathing exercises and meditation can improve focus and concentration
• Varying focal lengths, altitudes, and directions can create visually appealing shots
• Don't be afraid to experiment and try new shots to develop unique styles