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The fast and easy way to pick out, set up, and learn to fly your drone
Ready to soar into the world of unmanned aircraft? Drones For Dummies introduces you to the fascinating world of UAVs. Written in plain English and brimming with friendly instruction, Drones For Dummies provides you with the information you need to find and purchase the right drone for your needs, examples of ways to use a drone, and even drone etiquette and the laws and regulations governing consumer drone usage. Plus, you'll discover the basics of flight, including how to use a drone to capture photos and video.
Originally designed to assist in military and special operations applications, the use of drones has expanded into the public service sector and the consumer market for people looking to have a good time flying an aircraft remotely. Drones For Dummies covers everything you need to know to have fun with your UAV, and is packed with cool ways to expand your drone's use beyond simply flying.
* Pick the perfect drone to suit your needs
* Properly set up and fly a drone
* Use a drone to capture images and footage with a camera
* Tips for maintaining your drone
If you're interested in the exciting new technology of unmanned aircraft vehicles, Drones For Dummies helps you take flight.
Sommario
Introduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with Drones 7
Chapter 1: Drones 1019
Chapter 2: Picking the Drone That's Right for You 27
Chapter 3: Picking the Best Camera for Your Needs 47
Chapter 4: Finding Support and Resources 63
Part II: Before You Fly 79
Chapter 5: Setting Up Your Drone 81
Chapter 6: Staying Safe with Your Drone 101
Chapter 7: Knowing the Law 111
Part III: Miracle of Flight 123
Chapter 8: Controlling Your Drone 125
Chapter 9: Flight Basics 137
Chapter 10: Choosing When and Where To Fly 155
Chapter 11: Maintaining Your Drone 169
Part IV: Aerial Photos and Videos 183
Chapter 12: Capturing Beautiful Photos and Video 185
Chapter 13: Working with Shaky Footage 199
Chapter 14: Working with Aerial Images and Footage 213
Part V: The Part of Tens 227
Chapter 15: Ten Things You Shouldn't Do with Your Drone 229
Chapter 16: Ten Commercial Uses for Drones 237
Chapter 17: Ten FAA Regulatory Implications 247
Appendix A 255
Index 261
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Mark LaFay is a tenured entrepreneur. He started two successful businesses in the music industry, and he is the co-founder of Lectio and Roust. Mark is also the author of
Chromebook for Dummies.
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The fast and easy way to pick out, set up, and learn to fly your drone Ready to soar into the world of unmanned aircraft? Drones For Dummies introduces you to the fascinating world of UAVs.
