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 From remote control planes and drones all the way up to passenger-plane-sized military or research aircraft, there are many different types of unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, used for a variety of purposes today. These vehicles are guided by input from remote controllers or transmitters, distant pilots or systems relying on satellites to transmit flight plans, and even pre-programmed functions. The one factor that every UAV has in common is that it travels through the air without the presence of a human pilot on board. The development of strategic unmanned aircraft dates back to the early twentieth century, but there are more options up in the air today than ever before. While model airplane hobbyists have been building and flying RC planes for decades, the devices commonly called “drones” have recently skyrocketed in popularity. Consumer drones are revolutionizing expectations for the capabilities—both in terms of performance and quality—of unmanned flight. The general conse...

  You may have seen the drones flying around Lady Gaga during her 2017 Super Bowl halftime performance, or you may have heard about Amazon using them to deliver packages on the same day that they are ordered. However, you may not fully understand what they are or how they might affect your future. In essence, a drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle. Despite popular belief, a UAV does not have to be small, like a remote plane; rather, it can be any size. Think of blimps and robot planes, each of which can be controlled via remote or autonomously. Though unmanned aerial vehicles are just recently gaining attention, UAVs are nothing new — at least, not the concept of them. If you have ever been in a hobby shop, visited a park on a beautiful sunny day, or had an uncle who was into building model planes or helicopters, then you’ve likely seen an unmanned aircraft in action. The reason they’re gaining so much attention now, however, is because of the many ways in which they are changing th...

 You have probably read a recent news story discussing how a big company is taking advantage of a commercial drone. Drones for commercial use is a concept that is growing rapidly. The technology for drones continues to increase while the overall costs decrease, making them ideal for a variety of industries. Learning more about the uses can help businesses to determine if drones are ideal for them. Aerial Videography and Photography Getting the perfect view for videos and photos is no easy task, but it is simpler with a drone. The people taking the video or photo have full control over the drone, ensuring that they get the exact shot they are looking for. This is obviously ideal for industries such as photography and cinematography. However, other businesses are also taking advantage of the technology to get the perfect shot, including real estate companies and marketing businesses. With a drone, it is easier to get shots of a location from a variety of angles, including above, tech...

 The vast majority of consumer drones are remotely controlled. Even drones with autonomous or semi-autonomous flight modes typically require a controller for manual flight. Remote control drone pilots rely on a transmitter in a controller to communicate with a drone carrying a receiver. Transmitters send input from controllers featuring joysticks, knobs, and other controls to achieve a range of actions and motions. All of this means that choosing the right remote controller and drone is vital for your flying experience. Before getting further into specifics, here is a broad overview of what to keep in mind as you look for the best remote control drone. What Kinds of Remote Controls Do Drones Need? Some ready-to-fly or RTF drone models come with a remote controller designed and programmed for a specific drone, although these controllers may still need to be bound or paired with the receiver prior to liftoff. This makes RTF drones and controllers easier to fly right out of the box. I...