Aerial Perspectives
Aerial Perspectives
Podcast Description
Discover the exciting world of drones with Aerial Perspectives! Each episode takes you behind the scenes with drone pilots from diverse industries—cinematography, construction, inspections, agriculture, and more. Hear firsthand what a day in their life is like, their challenges, triumphs, and how drones are transforming their work. We also explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of drone technology and the opportunities that await in the jobs of tomorrow. Whether you're a drone enthusiast, aspiring pilot, or just curious about the impact of drones, Aerial Perspectives offers engaging stories, expert insights, and a vision of what’s next in this rapidly evolving field.
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The podcast covers a variety of topics surrounding drone technology including cinematography, construction, inspections, and agriculture. Specific episode examples highlight the global impact of drones with Chris Odom, the role of drones in public infrastructure with Jonathan Woodham, and the evolution of commercial drone flight with Mike Haytack, focusing on innovations that shape the industry's future.
Discover the exciting world of drones with Aerial Perspectives! Each episode takes you behind the scenes with drone pilots from diverse industries—cinematography, construction, inspections, agriculture, and more. Hear firsthand what a day in their life is like, their challenges, triumphs, and how drones are transforming their work. We also explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of drone technology and the opportunities that await in the jobs of tomorrow. Whether you’re a drone enthusiast, aspiring pilot, or just curious about the impact of drones, Aerial Perspectives offers engaging stories, expert insights, and a vision of what’s next in this rapidly evolving field.
In this episode of Aerial Perspectives, presented in partnership with the United States Space Force, we sit down with Wyatt Lueck, a young professional drone mapper from SCS Surveying and Mapping of Pensacola, Florida.
Wyatt shares his journey into the drone industry—how he got started, what inspired him to pursue drone mapping, and how he’s building real-world skills in a rapidly growing field.
🛰️ In This Episode, We Cover:
🚁 How Wyatt got into drones and drone mapping
🗺️ What drone mapping actually involves—from flight planning to data capture
🧠 The layers behind the process: software, workflows, and analysis
📡 How LiDAR drone mapping works and where it’s used
🏗️ Real-world applications and use cases for drone mapping
😄 Wyatt’s favorite drone stories from the field
This conversation goes beyond flying drones—breaking down how technology, software, and data come together to create actionable insights for surveying, mapping, and industry applications.
Whether you’re a student exploring drone careers, an educator, or an industry professional, this episode offers a valuable look at what it really takes to work in professional drone mapping.
🎧 Tune in and gain perspective from the next generation of drone professionals.
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