Hi,
During recent months I've been testing different copter electronics platforms, incl. the APM2.5, and I'm on the way to launch aerial photography services for commercial purposes here in Europe-Hungary, Slovakia.
Although I know Chris states the mission of DIY Drones is not for commercial purposes, still I believe there is a way how the APM2.5 could be utilized to sell photography services.
I don't want to fly my copter in fully autonomous mode at all, I fly small distances under 100% RC control and eye visibility, so I don't break the RC rules. 200m distance is the MAX I want to fly in all directions.
I would appreciate anyone's help how could I do this activity in fully legal way, since the APM2.5 looks to become my favorite platform after several months being tested.
Thanks in advance
Br,
Tibor
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I also need help for upgrading parts or if i'm doing it wrong or right for aerial video productions/photo, here is my set up:
http://diydrones.com/forum/topics/multicopter-not-lifting-too-heavy...
Tibor,
I may be wrong but it's mostly local regulation you should be looking up - what and to what extent can be used. I don't remember receiving any "license" with my APM stating I may not do aerial photography with it - would it be commercial or hobby. Maybe I missed it, but for some reason I believe you may use APM for your purposes as well - given that local legislation does allow such activitiy..
hope that was of any help,
jaan