Red Raven UAS Podcast
REAL TRAINING. REAL MISSIONS. REAL TALK.
The Red Raven UAS Podcast brings you straight into the world of modern drone operations—from Part 107 prep to public safety, DFR, and beyond. Each episode features actionable insights, field-tested strategies, and conversations that go beyond the manual. Whether you’re a new pilot, a training officer, or leading an enterprise UAS team, this is where you stay sharp, stay current, and stay ahead.
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Red Raven UAS Weekly Briefing: A $1.5 Billion Vacuum, 10-Day Plea Deals, and the End of the Flying Camera
DJI's $1.5 billion FCC reality just opened a vacuum in the U.S. drone market. We unpack what's filling it — SkyRover and the rise of clone manufacturers, the FAA's new DETER program with 10-day plea deals and Remote ID enforcement, and the photogrammetry pivot that's redefining what a commercial drone actually is.
Why People Fail the FAA Part 107 Exam — And What to Do Before Your Retake
In this episode, we break down exactly what causes most Part 107 failures — and it is almost never about intelligence or flying ability. It comes down to preparation method. The right method takes 10 to 20 hours. The wrong method takes 40 hours and ends in a $175 retake fee.
What It Actually Costs to Start a Drone Program
Most organizations budget for a drone but not the program. We break down what it actually costs — from $5K starter setups to $150K+ enterprise operations — including the hidden costs nobody plans for.
Why Utility Drone Programs Fail — And How to Build One That Works
Most utility drone programs fail not because of the equipment — but because nobody built the program behind it. Here's everything you need to know to build a utility drone inspection program that actually delivers ROI.
Pass FAA Part 107 in 2026: Study Plan + Common Traps
The FAA Part 107 exam is the gatekeeper to flying drones professionally — and in 2026, Remote ID and night operations updates make old advice risky. We break down what's on the test, the traps that cause most people to fail, and a realistic study strategy that works.
Drone as First Responder: How DFR Transforms Public Safety
Drone as First Responder is changing emergency response nationwide. We break down how DFR works, what the infrastructure looks like, how law enforcement and fire departments use it, and what it takes to build a compliant program from the ground up.
Part 107: How to Become a Certified Remote Pilot
What is the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, who legally needs it, and how do you get it? We break down the history, the exam, the full certification process, and how Red Raven helps pilots and teams get certified quickly.
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