In this fun-packed episode of the Theotek Podcast, where we focus on Ministry Tech Mad Easy, Rick and Kevin discuss using drones in ministry. We talk about our experience with drones and what we've used with some funny stories about our failures. Then we talk about legal issues, some things to avoid, and some accessories for flying drones. Finally, we talk about our dream drones.

Show Notes

FAA Drone Zone site to register your drone

FAA Rules regarding flying drones: Fact Sheet – Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Regulations (Part 107)

Test Prep Course recommended by professional drone pilot Ken Heron - Use Ken’s code heron18 to get a discount of 30%. Also check out Ken’s channel. Both Rick and I have learned a lot from him - 

Other Good Drone YouTube Channels

1. 51 Drones
2. Denis Shiryaev
3. DJI Tutorials from the company
4. Drone Valley
5. FlytPath

Kevin’s current drone - DJI Mini 2

Rick’s current drone - DJI Mavic Air 2

MediaShout article on using drones in ministry

Rick’s Recommended accessories

1. Propellor Guards
2. Fly More combo
3. DJI’s extended warranty

Kevin’s recommended accessories

1. ND filters - here’s the filter set he ordered for the DJI Mini 2
2. Winter Touchscreen Compatible Gloves
3. Attachment to hold an iPad with your drone controller - note that the one I have doesn’t seem to be available anymore so I have no personal experience with the above holder.
4. A sun shield for an iPad mini for use with flying a drone

Rick’s dream drone - Skydio 2

Kevin’ dream drone - The unannounced DJI Mini 3 hopefully with obstacle avoidance at least on the front and back and with object tracking features built in. Here's a video I found about some desired features.

Places to Find Kevin and Rick Online

Kevin's YouTube Channel and Rick's YouTube Channel

Kevin on Twitter and Rick on Twitter

Kevin on Instagram

Kevin's Church and Rick's Place of Work

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