Innovative Drone Solutions

10/16/2026

https://dronedj.com/2026/10/15/fcc-dji-ban-pentagon-letters/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAU_BwtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAWZkaWQWUQbYEDqDn4B_pMVyefHO5dwBYaS323NydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4NGI9JsL8VOd44dLCuGb1QBZ_z3TLSEBwvmBF4qt5H6LZdlCh-wISg6Ks11g_aem_Kg0YYIih7MOaj_vgCYqd4w

The FCC Covered List restricts new drone authorizations, affecting the ability of covered products to enter the US market.

10/16/2026

🛫 Fly Smart Fridays • Nebraska Edition

Episode 62 — DROTAMs
DROTAMs give drone pilots temporary airspace information that can impact a planned flight. Conditions change, and hazards or restrictions can pop up fast — which is why checking NOTAMs, TFRs, and DROTAMs is essential before every mission.

✔️ Quick Pre‑Flight Sequence

Plan

Check airspace

Check NOTAMs/TFRs

Review DROTAMs

Fly within the rules

Airspace can change after you plan. Check again before you fly.

Next week: Episode 63 — Class D Airspace

10/14/2026

🚁 Introduction to Forensic Mapping is officially underway!

Great to have agencies investing in their teams and taking the initiative to expand their knowledge and skills. At Innovative Drone Solutions, we’re proud to provide practical, real-world training that helps agencies strengthen their capabilities and better serve their communities.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to invest in learning and improving!

Innovative Drone Solutions — Soaring Through Innovation.

10/12/2026

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Innovative Drone Solutions
Training People. Advancing Technology. Protecting Communities.

10/12/2026

Another beautiful morning on the construction site.

10/09/2026

🛫 Fly Smart Fridays • Nebraska Edition

Episode 61 — Nebraska Class C Airspace
Nebraska has three Class C airports — Lincoln, Eppley, and Offutt — and each operates differently. Offutt also falls under military operations, adding extra restrictions for drone pilots.

Before flying near any Class C airport, check your airspace, facility maps, NOTAMs, and local procedures.

Different airports. Different rules.
Know before you go. Fly Smart.

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

https://dronexl.co/2026/10/02/dhs-hid-dji-scores-blue-uas-russ-51-drones/

A DHS addendum obtained by DroneXL scores the DJI Matrice 4T at 4.6 and the Matrice 30T at 4.3 at Hudson Yards, above the Skydio X10D at 3.7.

10/03/2026

🌅 Took these sunrise photos a while back and completely forgot to post them!

Sometimes it’s worth getting up early just to catch views like this from above. 🚁

A beautiful start to the day from a different perspective.

10/02/2026

🛫 Fly Smart Fridays • Nebraska Edition

Episode 60 — Know Your Drone‑Zone (Offutt AFB)

Offutt Air Force Base sits inside Class C airspace, and the area around it has strict UAS restrictions every pilot must understand.

These rules protect military operations, air traffic, and public safety. Always check your airspace, review NOTAMs/DOTAMs, and plan ahead before flying near Offutt.

Know the zones. Respect the limits. Fly Smart.