If you are considering investing in a drone to help you with your surveillance operations, you might want to consider a fixed-wing drone. There are many different models on the market, and we've outlined some of the most popular in this article. These drones are made for permanent surveillance and include the Parrot swing and the DeltaQuad Pro#MAP. The drones are capable of covering over one hundred thousand acres in a single flight. Additionally, they have a 61MP cam. This drone is also compatible with RGB, thermal, and infrared sensors. You can also view live HD video up to 50km away.
Hubsan H301S
This quadcopter comes with a Hubsan H301S fixed wings flying camera. The 1080p HD camera allows for excellent surveillance. There are many safety features that allow you to safely fly your drone without alarms. This drone is capable of flying for approximately one kilometer. It also has a flight time of 30 minutes. For added safety, it also includes GPS positioning and an automatic stand hold.
Parrot Swing
Parrot Swing has a beautiful fixed-wing drone design and a multitude of sensors. The device measures altitude as well speed, tilt and impact on obstacles. For flyers who are interested in knowing the exact distance to land, the drone has an ultrasound sensor. The Swing isn't as advanced as professional drones. This is how the Parrot Swing works.
Sensefly
SenseFly's newest fixed-wing drone is the eBee X. It can fly for 90 minutes, and 59 minutes by default. Its advanced flight technology provides precision and accuracy to within 1.2 inches, and its rugged design allows for extended operations, such as mapping large areas or covering previously off-limits areas. This drone is equipped with eMotion flight-planning software. Users can enter parameters such wind strength to control flight. To launch the drone, users can press 'Play'. After the flight is completed, users can view flight details.
XPlusOne
The XPlusOne Quadcopter is susceptible to wind-induced damage. The XPlusOne, however, is designed to fly plane mode. Instead of using control surfaces the XPlusOne steers with differential thrust, which it gets from its four propellers. The drone has a high angle attack which makes it almost impossible to stall. Wind can also impact the angle, making it harder to keep your drone flying.
Opterra
The Opterra fixed wing drone is one of the top of the line models. Its top-notch features include 30 minutes of flight time and a range of up to three miles. An optional HD camera can record video at 720p. You can also fly FPV from the Opterra. If you are looking for a drone for aerial photography or videography, the Opterra is an excellent choice. This drone comes in at around $399.
Sensefly X PlusOne Pro Package
This bundle includes Sensefly X PlusOne Pro for fixed wing drones. It is ideal for anyone new to remote controlled aircraft. This drone can perform multiple functions, and it is capable of flying as either a fixed-wing or quadcopter. The drone can run for as long as 20 minutes without needing to charge, and it is compatible and easy to use with many GPS and gyro devices. It uses third-party applications to control flight and can fly following waypoints to a destination. It uses open-source programs which are not as user-friendly as the commercial versions. The flight time is 20 minutes and it comes with two additional batteries to extend the flight time.
Sensefly X PlusOne
The SenseFly eXom is a great choice for commercial and professional use. The quadcopter's perimeter is covered with combos of camera/ultrasonic sensors, giving it a great range and contextual awareness. The autopilot mode can be used to program the drone to fly to desired destinations and map out the area. Once on the ground the pilot can choose waypoints to adjust the angles of the camera before finalizing the analysis on the PC.
FAQ
Is it illegal for a drone to be flown?
Flying drones is an offense in certain countries, including Australia, Canada, Germany and Japan. It is legal in some other countries, such as France and Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Russia or Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam.
Does the FAA regulate drones?
The FAA supervises all aspects related to drone operations, including certification requirements and safety standards.
How high can you fly a drone without a license?
There is no restriction on the height at which you can fly a drone according to the FAA. However, you must register your unmanned aircraft system (UAS), which includes the registration numbers, model name and weight, size, serialnum, manufacturer's name and date manufactured.
Statistics
- According to Indeed, a drone pilot gets paid $25.73 per hour on average in the US. (dronesgator.com)
- According to the multiple listing service (MLS), houses and apartments with drone photographs are up to 68 percent more likely to sell than those without pictures. (thedroneu.com)
- According to ZipRecruiter, the minimum hourly wage of drone pilots is $20. (thedroneu.com)
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How To
How to Film Yourself with a Drone
Filming yourself with a drone is very easy. A smartphone, remote controller and a camera are all you need. The first thing you should do is to get your license from the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). Next, you will need to purchase a quadcopter. This type of drone comes with four rotors, allowing it fly in multiple directions.
Once your drone is purchased, you need to connect it with your computer via USB cable. Now, open the software program of your drone and follow these steps:
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Connect your drone's battery to your laptop's power supply.
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Check the webcam on your drone to make sure it is working correctly. If nothing appears on the screen, check that the connection between your drone and your computer is working properly.
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Turn on the Wi-Fi function of your drone and enter the IP address of your computer into the field "IP Address."
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Select the option "Camera", and then choose "Open Camera."
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You should set the image quality to HD 1080p.
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Click on "Record," then click on "Start Recording."
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Close the webcam app after you are done recording.
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Save the video file to you hard drive.
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Final step: Upload the video file onto YouTube via another computer.
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Share your video link on social media websites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Tumblr, Reddit, etc.