Author Archives: Martin Walls

Buying a drone this Christmas? You may need to follow a few regulations

These days they come in all shapes and sizes and the prices have been steadily coming down, but before you tuck one under the tree for someone, there are a few things to keep in mind. Most cities in Northwest … Continue reading

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Drones Overhead: Part One

Unmanned aerial vehicles, better known as drones, have become popular among hobbyists and photographers. They’re also being used in industries like real estate, and to help inspect infrastructure. What used to take a helicopter, licensed pilots, and professional camera operators … Continue reading

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Sheriff’s drone takes to the skies

There are many situations law enforcement runs into where a drone will come in handy and today, the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department has a drone which can be utilized throughout the county. After nine months of preparing official policies and … Continue reading

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Carson City using drone for data collection, aerial imagery

Carson City Public Works is getting a bird’s-eye view of its projects and property thanks to a small drone. In September, the department purchased for about $1,000 a DJI Phantom 4, the most popular recreational unmanned aerial vehicle, as well … Continue reading

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