Posts by The Drone Girl

When DJI launched the original Neo last year, I was impressed by how the company managed to pack so much functionality into a drone you could literally launch from your palm. Now, DJI is back with...

So you want to become a licensed drone pilot in 2026? Smart move. The FAA Part 107 exam is your ticket to flying drones commercially, but let’s be real – it can be intimidating. Aviation weather,...

Drone companies are getting bigger, and that subtle shift in bigger drone company headcount signals the industry’s maturation from scrappy startups to sustainable businesses. Just look to the...

Despite being in a mature industry with proven technology, drone companies are allocating more resources to finding customers than anything else. The numbers reveal why they’re spending big money...

Every few months, someone asks me if DJI is finally losing its stranglehold on the drone market. With all the regulatory pressure in the U.S., the stock shortages, the competitors gaining ground, and...

While much of the drone industry struggles with funding and customer acquisition, the companies making the nuts and bolts are actually thriving. And if the trends continue, 2026 might be a comeback...