We’re pleased that our friends at the SUNY AMA Model Aviation Student Club have graciously agreed to host the 3rd Annual Drone Info Day in the SUNY Student Center on September 30th! SUNY AMA will be inviting area commercial drone tech organizations to display their information & share job opportunities, both current & projected. CNY... Read More
High Voltage (HV) LiPo Battery Charging with the AOKoda CX610HV Charger
First Learn about LiPo Batteries Learn all about LiPo Batteries here: https://www.cnydrones.org/lipo-batteries-and-safety-for-beginners/ Battery Charger The charger we are using in this example is the AOKoda CX610HV 6 Channel 1S LiPo Battery Charger 4.35V Version 1A Micro Charger DC/XT60: https://www.amazon.com/CX610HV-Channel-Battery-Connectors-Inductrix/dp/B071ZZ2LB1 It is for charging 1s (1 cell) LiPo batteries only. Also, because this is the HV version, this... Read More
LiPo Batteries and Safety for Beginners
Electrical Basics The most important terms to understand in an electrical circuit is voltage, resistance, current, and power. A simple analogy used to understand these terms. Think of the battery’s circuit as a pipe we are trying to pump water through, like the picture below: Voltage is the water pressure that is pushing the water... Read More
Part 107 Study Materials
Background: To fly a “drone” (sUAS less than 55lbs) commercially outdoors in the United States you: Must be at least 16 years old Must pass an initial aeronautical knowledge test at an FAA-approved knowledge testing center+ Must be vetted by the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) +A person who already holds a pilot certificate issued under 14... Read More
The rules for operating an unmanned aircraft
From the FAA Website: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/ This information was last modified: The rules for operating an unmanned aircraft depend on why you want to fly. The rules for operating an unmanned aircraft Fly for Fun Fly for Work Pilot Requirements No pilot requirements Must have Remote Pilot Airman Certificate Must be 16 years old Must pass... Read More
I Fly Safe – Pre-Flight Checklist
I Fly Safe. All drones are aircraft-even the ones at the toy store. So when I fly a drone I am a pilot. Before I fly I always go through my pre-flight checklist. I regularly check the safety guidelines at faa.gov/uas Download the I Fly Safe Pre-Flight Checklist [.PDF]... Read More
Upcoming Drone Clinic – NOW Feb 19th 2017 in Utica!!!
A Drone Clinic is now confirmed for Sunday, February 19, 2017, 2:00pm-5:00pm at the Utica Children’s Museum. Bring your drones and your safety glasses! New flyers can meet seasoned pilots and enthusiasts for an exchange of information on safe practices, tips and tricks, purchasing and repairs. The clinic will include 6 stations: How to Get Started/FAA Registration Help, Drone... Read More
Are You Ready to Fly a Drone?
Take this 10 question quiz to find out if your are ready to fly a drone. Read More
Safety Guidelines for Recreational Drone Use – Fly for Fun
How to Fly for Fun legally and safely. Most of this information comes from the FAA website. See more details here: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/fly_for_fun/ Read More
One-Year Anniversary of the FAA’s Drone Registry
Today is the one year anniversary of the FAA's drone registry. More than 600,000 people have registered their drones online and received safety information. We now have more than twice as many drones as manned aircraft in our nation's airspace. Read More