How does the inability to purchase DJI from grant funds impact pilots? What are the alternatives to DJI?
Welcome to PROPS Public Safety podcast. A podcast where we answer questions related to public safety pressing issues, concerns, latest news and provide our insights from our learnings and collaborations with experienced professionals in the public safety team.
Today’s question is about recent ban by the DOD on DJI and the inability for pilots to now purchase DJI using grant funds.
On today’s show John and Mike discuss about the recent DOD ban and how it can impact drone pilots operating in the field using DJI products. We discuss a host of issues from the ban that includes impacts on training, flight operations and drone reliability and insurance. We also discuss how pilots can prepare themselves for this situation and why a robust training and operations plan is critical to navigate unexpected challenges in the industry such as regulatory issues.
Whether you are a seasoned public safety pilot or getting into the world of public safety, Tune in for all the details !!
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Timestamps
[0:52] Why is the DOD ban on DJI a huge concern for the industry
[03:06] What happens with the implementation on the DJI ban and implications for pilots with grants
[09:19] Training impacts for your department and are alternatives well designed and innovative for pilots
[13:20] Why the reliability of the DJI has been important for pilots and will an alternate provide be able to take their position?
[16:42] Insurance issues with a DJI blacklist and navigating through insurance compliance issues
[19:31] How can drone pilots prepare themselves for the upcoming ban on DJI and options that are available for pilots
