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Ask Drone U

Drone U
Drones
DJI
FAA Regulations
Drone Technology
Mapping
Drone Mapping
Entrepreneurship
Construction
Skydio
Drone Services
Aerial Photography
Drone Business
Drone Filmmaking
Lidar
Macbook
Construction Industry
NAICS Codes
RTK
Real Estate
Enterprise Drone Program

We’re Drone U, a group of guys who have turned their passion for flight into a profitable business. We love hearing from our fans, and we love helping by answering their questions. That’s why we started the Ask Drone U podcast in 2015. Since then, we are one of the largest, most popular DAILY drone podcasts out there. Each episode features an actual question submitted from someone just like you! W... more

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Latest Episodes

Xpece Founder Alex Rodriguez on Supply Chain Bottlenecks, Red Tape, and Building Waterproof Drones In this episode of the Ask Drone U podcast, host Paul Aitken sits down with Alex Rodriguez, founder and CEO of Xpece Drones and Urban Drones. Alex shar... more

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FAA Part 108, BVLOS, and Drone Fleet Management Software | Ask Drone U with Brandon Del Priore (ThinkPower) In this episode of Ask Drone U, host Paul sits down with Brandon Priore of Think Power Solutions to dive deep into the real-world operational ... more

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Land High-Volume Ag Drone Jobs: How Taranis Flies 50,000 Acres a Day In this episode of Ask Drone U, Paul sits down with Phil Franklin from Taranis to explore how the company maps thousands of agricultural acres daily across the United States. Learn ... more

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Online Knowledge Assessments vs. In-Field Operational Testing for Enterprise Drone Programs In this episode of Ask Drone U, Paul and Rob address how enterprise programs and business owners can accurately evaluate a drone pilot's true skill and profic... more

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Alex Rodriguez
Founder and CEO of Xpece Drones and Urban Drones
Xpece Drones
Episode: ADU 1412: Can US Drone Makers Truly Replace DJI? The Reality of American Drone Manufacturing
Brandon Del Priore
Utility drone program specialist who helped build large-scale utility programs and TPS Map Engine
ThinkPower Solutions
Episode: ADU 1411: Part 108, BVLOS, and Fleet Management – What Every Drone Manager Needs to Know
Phil Franklin
Taranis representative discussing agricultural drone operations and pilot programs
Taranis
Episode: ADU 1410: Why Taranis Isn’t Spraying Crops | The Real Business Model
Gabe Hanohano
Founder and CEO of Hawaii Pacific Drone Solutions
Hawaii Pacific Drone Solutions
Episode: EDL 019: Turning Passion to Profession: Running successful drone business in Hawaii, with Gabe Hanohano
Teej Ragsdale
Co-founder and CEO of RAAD
RAAD
Episode: EDL 018: Revolutionizing Drone Services with RAAD’s Innovative Approach to Drone Piloting – A Conversation with Teej Ragsdale
Justin Cullen
Listener from Castleton, Vermont
Episode: ADU 1391: The Future of Drones: New Drones, Opportunities and Challenges
Parker Hawkins
CEO of P-Hawk Drone
P-Hawk Drone
Episode: ADU 1377: Mapping and Block Chain Technology – Powerful Combo or Fools Errand?
Jimmy Walker
Student inquiring about SBA loan projections
Episode: ADU 1375: How to build out a 3 year projection for an SBA Loan
Bobby Sakaki
CEO of UAS Nexus and UAV expert
UAS Nexus
Episode: ADU 1371: Interview with Bobby Sakaki, UAV expert and CEO of UAS Nexus on Drone Industry Geopolitics, DJI Ban, and the Future of U.S. Drone Tech

Hosts

Paul Aitken
Drone business educator and presenter.
Rob

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 533 ratings
  • Nothing really here

    These guys exist to grift your grandpa from some of his retirement money. Everything they purport to teach can be learned through you tube videos and other less expensive means of educational opportunities.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Brob86
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ok but Nauseating

    Info is ok and I assume better if you’re from the US but the trumpet blowing plzzz give it a spell…

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ronny Realist
    Australia2 years ago
  • Terrible and self indulgent

    This is really one of the most annoying podcasts I’ve heard. The first half of the episode is them complaining about negative comments they’ve received. Just absurd to expect an audience to listen to what they produced here.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The Podfiend
    United States2 years ago
  • They may know drones, but…

    So sad to see to see these guys buying into some of the craziest NJ drone hysteria hot takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Drone451
    United States2 years ago
  • Learned a lot

    Learned a lot from these guys. Still in the biz 6 years later from. Also great for keeping proficient even after all the basics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    flyboy3714
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' industry knowledge and rapport, while some find the banter distracting or self-indulgent.
Several listeners object to political commentary and off-topic digressions, and question the accuracy or balance of some technical advice.
Many listeners value the practical drone guidance and say it helps them build skills, stay current, and develop commercial work.
Some reviews criticize promotional segments as too frequent or lengthy relative to the advice.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#50
United States/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#80
Canada/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#165
United Kingdom/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#50
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Apple Podcasts
#65
France/Leisure/Aviation
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#108
Australia/Leisure/Aviation

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

ADU 1412: Can US Drone Makers Truly Replace DJI? The Reality of American Drone Manufacturing
Q: What should everyone know about your drones?
Rodriguez describes Xpece drones as consumer-focused and waterproof, with pressure equalization, a floating remote with an integrated screen, and no need for a phone or app. Models include 4K, 1080p, and camera-free options.
ADU 1412: Can US Drone Makers Truly Replace DJI? The Reality of American Drone Manufacturing
Q: Can American drone companies really ever fill the void left by a company like DJI?
Rodriguez says U.S. companies can do it, but the timeline is uncertain. They need to rebuild domestic supply chains and manufacturing, and consumer products can help fund that work and provide faster product feedback.
ADU 1410: Why Taranis Isn’t Spraying Crops | The Real Business Model
Q: How does your operations, how are they impacted and what is the change look like in the future if there is a timeline?
Franklin says the restrictions have not yet affected Taranis, but the company is testing the SciFly Q12 and exploring other manufacturers in case customers object to Chinese-made drones.
ADU 1410: Why Taranis Isn’t Spraying Crops | The Real Business Model
Q: What does your super pilot look for and have you figured out a way on how to filter pilots out to find the super pilot?
Franklin says strong pilots think critically, act professionally, handle upset neighbors, de-escalate situations, and solve field or software problems without needing constant support.
ADU 1411: Part 108, BVLOS, and Fleet Management – What Every Drone Manager Needs to Know
Q: Do you plan to offer this to smaller companies and individuals that could do their data deliverables with this?
Del Priore says the platform is designed with tiered functionality. Users can import mapping data and select the features they need, with options to enable additional capabilities later.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ask Drone U

What is Ask Drone U about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Practical guidance for drone pilots and businesses, spanning flight skills, regulations, equipment, mapping, safety, and commercial operations. Regular hosts Paul Aitken and Rob answer listener questions and share industry perspectives, with occasional conversations featuring drone-company founders, operators, and enterprise specialists. The format combines direct advice and technical discussion with candid debate, business anecdotes, and commentary on changing regulations and the U.S. drone market.

Topics range from getting started and building a drone-service business to managing enterprise fleets, measuring program value, and choosing tools for inspections and mapping. The emphasis on applying drone technology to real client needs makes... more

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Recent guests on Ask Drone U include:

1. Alex Rodriguez
2. Brandon Del Priore
3. Phil Franklin
4. Gabe Hanohano
5. Teej Ragsdale
6. Justin Cullen
7. Parker Hawkins
8. Jimmy Walker

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