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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 […]

Is the DJI M600 Dead? Ok, well maybe we are being slightly dramatic there. However, the DJI Matrice 600 has reached the end of it’s journey, and today we are going to look at the alternative options to the M600. DJI’s Matrice series is the drone choice for mapping, inspection and surveying. The Matrice series […]

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 […]

Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced: Is it for you? With 2020 firmly behind us, and the end of the pandemic in sight, it’s time to start looking to the future. In December 2020, DJI announced its latest drone, the Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced. That’s right, the Mavic series is back, and this time better than ever […]

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 […]

You’ll have heard us talking about payloads all over the site – but what exactly is it, and how does it affect your drone purchase choices? Payload: The Definition In short, the payload is the weight a drone or unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) can carry. It is usually counted outside of the weight of the […]

Fixed Wing VS Multirotor: Who wins? The use of drones for surveying and mapping has expanded in recent years as geospatial and construction companies realise the benefits that these systems provide. Today’s drones can collect much more detailed data than traditional survey methods allowing 3D maps to be created and shared easily online. But these […]

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 […]

Top 10 Drone Photography Tips The rise in the popularity of drone photography has been on the increase in recent years. Not only does it provide the opportunity to take incredible photos from unique angles, but drone photography also has the added bonus of being used to improve professional services. Presently, drone photography is a […]