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A Guide to On The Man Drones From special forces to infantry, artillery, command and engineer teams – on the man drones can be used by a wide-range of people to support their operations. In this guide, we look at what on the man drones are and how then can be used in the interests […]

Using the Pandemic to Kickstart your Career with Drones  When the Coronavirus pandemic hit in 2020, it left many people jobless and looking to retrain in other industries. The drone sector is reported to have grown by 25% since the pandemic began. If you are looking to see how Coptrz can help you become a […]

Our Top Drone Flying Tips for After Lockdown Good preparation is key to any drone operation, there is no denying that. After a year in lockdown, travel restrictions have meant that many have not been able to fly their drone as regularly as usual. It’s normal that you may feel a bit rusty about your […]

LiDAR vs photogrammetry. Which is best, which is more accurate, which tech will give the best results?  Over the last few years, one of the most commonly searched terms (when it comes to surveying equipment) has been LiDAR Vs Photogrammetry. In today’s blog, we have debunked the myths and will talk you through the pros […]

Drones for Fire Service: How are fire services making use of UAVs? Since the West Midlands’ Fire Service became the first fire brigade in the UK to use Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) operationally, as far back as 2007, it’s hardly surprising that the wide array of advantages opened up by this technology has been revolutionising […]

How the Drone Industry is set to Take Off  The drone industry is global. There is no denying that. It is said that the drone market will grow to $43 million dollars by 2024. Who wouldn’t want to be involved in an industry that is innovating, revolutionising and changing the way people live their daily […]

Producing A Drone Light Show: How Does it Work? Welcome back to the Coptrz blog. This week, we are bringing you the behind the scenes on producing a drone light show. What goes into it? What drones are used? How does it work? Look no further than this blog! A drone light show is performed […]

Drone Success Stories: Full View Limited As the drone industry continues to grow at an exponential rate, it is important to celebrate every success. At Coptrz, we have seen serious alumni come through our academy, all on their way to doing amazing things using drones. From starting their own drone inspection business, to using drones […]

Become a Drone Pilot: Case Study – Resilient Pilot  Resilience is key in today’s industry; it’s a vital characteristic for pilots and a ‘buzz word’ in airline recruitment and training. Resilience is developed by improving confidence and competence. In the absence of the support of the normal working and training environment (eg. during a period […]

Drones are changing the game in these four industries Drones have taken on a completely new meaning in recent years. Once considered as devices only used in military settings, public perceptions of drones are now changing as the uses for drones continue to expand. In 2021, drones are more advanced than ever before. Drone cameras, […]

What is Clubhouse? You might have heard of the new social media app Clubhouse. However, it is unlikely that you have joined Clubhouse. That’s because the app has built its reputation on exclusivity, you can only join the app once you secure an invite. Now, you might be sat reading this thinking “Why on Earth are […]

Drones for Inspection Case Study When we think of drones, we tend to visualise images taken while soaring over rolling fields and hills. But an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) designed for the task of working indoors or inside assets can locate flaws in tiny interior spaces using drone-mounted cameras and sensors. Allow us to talk […]