2021-02-26 09:52
Producing A Drone Light Show: How Does it Work?
Welcome back to the Coptrz blog. This week, we are bringing you the behind the scenes on producing a drone light show. What goes into it? What… Read More
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Helping businesses decide which drones to add to thier aerial sensor equipment, from film and photography to industrial surveys and mapping.
2021-02-19 09:01
Arcadis – Civil Engineering
At Coptrz, we know that challenging terrain comes with the territory of surveying, and more often than not access and measuring points are difficult to reac… Read More
2021-02-12 10:09
Drone Success Stories: Full View Limited
As the drone industry continues to grow at an exponential rate, it is important to celebrate every success. At Coptrz, we have seen serious alumni co… Read More
2021-02-05 09:28
The Best Drone Apps to download in 2021
Smartphones have quickly become one of the most powerful technology tools that we use in our everyday lives. From making calls, downloading apps… Read More
2021-02-02 12:16
Become a Drone Pilot: Case Study – Resilient Pilot
Resilience is key in today’s industry; it’s a vital characteristic for pilots and a ‘buzz word’ in airl… Read More
2021-01-29 09:17
Drones are changing the game in these four industries
Drones have taken on a completely new meaning in recent years. Once considered as devices only used in military settings, public percept… Read More
2021-01-27 09:59
What is Clubhouse?
You might have heard of the new social media app Clubhouse. However, it is unlikely that you have joined Clubhouse.
That’s because the app has built its reputat… Read More
2021-01-26 09:23
How are the Police using Drones?
For UK police forces, drone technology is now non-negotiable. Keeping drones out of the wrong hands and the wrong places is certainly a consideration, but dr… Read More
2021-01-22 10:18
Drones for Inspection Case Study
When we think of drones, we tend to visualise images taken while soaring over rolling fields and hills. But an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) designed for the… Read More
2021-01-19 12:52
A2 CofC – Drone Training Course
If you didn’t know already, the drone laws in the UK changed on the 31st of December 2020. The new drone regulations can be confusing to get… Read More
2021-01-15 09:22
Top Drones for Inspection in 2021
The drone inspection market continues to grow as technology enables more and more applications, and 2021 is going to be no exception to that. Drone te… Read More
2021-01-12 11:51
How EDF Energy are using drones to cut down-time and increase business efficiency
EDF Energy are the UK’s largest generator of low-carbon electricity. Using wind, nuclear and solar po… Read More
2021-01-06 17:05
How the COVID-19 pandemic has changed people’s views on drones
I know you are probably sick and tired of hearing about Covid-19 and fed up of all the negative news we have had so far… Read More
2021-01-05 12:19
Top Drones for Surveying in 2021
Thanks to their ever-improving accuracy, greater efficiency, cost savings and enhanced safety features. Drones (or unmanned aerial vehicles – UAVs) are… Read More
2020-12-29 09:42
So, you got a Drone for Christmas, what now? Here are our Top Tips for Drone Flying…
Millions of people around the world have received drones for Christmas this Holiday Season and wil… Read More
2020-12-17 15:03
Pixel Artworks: A Drone-Dazzling Christmas
After a year of national lockdowns and spending more time at home than we are used to, I think we can all agree we are starved for entertainment. W… Read More
2020-12-15 16:02
Feeling confused about the new regulations?
Are you confused about the new drone regulations coming into place after December? Unsure of the differences between the new A2 CofC or the… Read More
2020-12-15 16:02
Feeling confused about the new regulations?
Are you confused about the new drone regulations coming into place after December? Unsure of the differences between the new A2 CofC or the… Read More
2020-12-10 14:28
Bird attacks on UAV’s are common: how to prevent them
We’re all too familiar with the risks that birds attacks can pose to aeroplanes, but our feathered friends can also bring d… Read More
2020-12-09 12:45
Coptrz are proud to announce our strategic brand partnership with Wingtra
Coptrz and Wingtra – the Swiss-based VTOL fixed-wing drone manufacturer – have announced a new agreemen… Read More
2020-12-08 12:16
Drones for Public Safety: Can Drones Save Lives?
Ever seen the show ‘999: What’s your emergency?’? It’s a show following the lives of emergency personnel responding t… Read More
2020-12-03 14:31
Drones for Marine Surveying
Drones have the potential to revolutionise maritime business, reducing the time, cost & danger of many operations, whilst improving the value of the data capt… Read More
2020-12-01 12:00
Drones for Inspection
Every day, workers around the globe perform inspections of hazardous inside spaces. Drones can perform surveys of challenging internal environments more safely and effi… Read More
2020-11-26 13:54
Is it really possible? Can drones be used to predict future natural disasters?
Natural disasters are on the increase, and the world has been ravaged by deadly storms, weather events and wild… Read More
2020-11-11 11:51
Top 10 Drone Photography Tips
The rise in the popularity of drone photography has been on the increase in recent years. Not only does it provide the opportunity to take incredible photos fro… Read More
2020-11-10 12:16
Driving change: Drones for Surveying
Drones can do an awful lot: from taking photos and delivering packages to even replacing fireworks. But can they put an end to every driver’s… Read More
2020-11-06 15:04
How have DJI pioneered the drone revolution?
DJI is the worlds number one drone manufacturer. The Shenzhen-based firm led the way in popularising UAVs as a commercial solution and 2021 is se… Read More
2020-10-30 16:13
Drones for Events: Pixel Artworks & Drone Inspect
It’s no secret that this year hasn’t been the best. Lockdown, curfews and generally getting used to living a life in a… Read More
2020-10-29 13:38
Drones for Utilities: Panton McLeod
Panton McLeod provides water quality products and industrial services. They have worked with all of the UK’s major water companies plus many tier 1… Read More
2020-10-22 13:39
Coptrz is proud to announce, our latest collaboration with content creator Daniel Hughes.
Our partnership with Daniel Hughes has been long-standing. Now we can finally reveal what we’v… Read More
2020-10-15 07:59
Incorporating Drones At Your Next Event
Commercial drones have a lot to offer to the event industry and they are certainly becoming more popular year on year – UAVs are one of the bigg… Read More
2020-10-13 16:32
Drones in Modern Forestry
Advancements in technology are happening every day. The drone industry is expanding and therefore drones are finding their way into new industries. Drones in forest… Read More
2020-10-08 12:20
Is it time you embarked on a career specialising in drone thermal imaging?
The ability to offer specialist skills as a drone pilot opens up your portfolio to a wider range of opportunities… Read More
2020-09-29 14:49
Drones in renewable energy and how crazy the world seems without them
Or, if you’ve never thought about Drones in Renewable Energy then this wouldn’t seem crazy at all.
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2020-09-21 17:11
Drones in Filmmaking: The best drones for the job, key obstacles and using them to capture the action
If you’re an aspiring or experienced filmmaker, or you’re merely interested… Read More
2020-09-17 12:20
Drone survey unveils signs of a previously undiscovered Native American settlement in Kansas
A recent aerial drone survey utilising thermal cameras has led to some new discoveries and theori… Read More
2020-09-15 13:23
Mind the Gap: The UK Military project providing funding for Innovation in Drones
Nothing gets us more excited at Coptrz than seeing drones used in new and innovative ways, particularly where… Read More
2020-09-11 07:46
The latest development from the Connected Places Catapult could pave the way for commercial drone use in the UK
We are always excited to see drone research innovation and development that c… Read More
2020-09-08 09:30
Northumbrian Water: Using inspection drones to enhance reservoir safety inspections and provide resilience to water supplies
In today’s game, the phrase “world-class” get&r&hell…Read More
2020-09-02 14:00
We’re always delighted to see drones being used for good, particularly if they help drive drone innovation in the UK and beyond. It’s also easy to forget that there’s… Read More
2020-08-27 11:26
This is a bit of a step change from our usual content, but when we see something that’s so intriguing we just have to dig deeper to find out what’s going on. And, the myste… Read More
2020-08-20 14:11
Drones in Agriculture: 3 innovative use cases
In our latest post on drones in agriculture we’ll run through:
The challenges the agriculture sector face in adopting drone technology
The… Read More
2020-08-13 12:00
Drones For Crop Research: We Spoke To the British Beet Research Organisation
Photo of Alistair Wright from BBRO at Chapel Farm, Ringshall, for the British Sugar Beet Review 2018/19
We love… Read More
2020-08-12 11:39
Why You Should Take The Commercial UAV Surveying Course
The drone industry is a growing business. According to a recent RICS study, the list of approved commercial operators using drones in… Read More
2020-08-10 14:46
We caught up with Coptrz Academy Alumni, Jeremey Rackham of Inspired Media to see how his business has evolved post-Coptrz Academy.
If you’re ready to start flying your drone commercia… Read More
2020-08-07 11:10
Pioneering drone rescue scheme launched in UK
Drones have started operational missions to officially assist search and rescue helicopters for the first time in the UK. The remotely-controlle… Read More
2020-08-05 12:01
UK Drones Pathfinders Programme announces new pathfinder focussed on detecting marine activity near nuclear power stations
On 22nd July 2020, the UK Drones Pathfinder Programme announced tha… Read More
2020-08-03 14:23
Drones For Wedding Photographers
How are online drone courses are helping wedding photographers in the COVID-19 crisis?
One of the industries that have financially suffered in the Covid-19 c… Read More
2020-07-31 11:45
Emergency Services: Drones On The Frontline
Everyone has seen the show 999: What’s your emergency? If you haven’t, it is following the lives of emergency services personnel respo… Read More
2020-07-29 10:40
The Fundamentals Of Drone Maintenance And Repair
Investing in a drone to add value to your business is not a nominal outlay. These high tech pieces of kit require regular maintenance and ser… Read More
2020-07-27 12:36
The Rise Of The Health Care Drone: Drones For Good
The coronavirus pandemic has meant all sectors have had to adapt quickly. As a result, innovation has moved quickly, with drones use and te… Read More
2020-07-24 13:30
Drones for Good: Drone Data And Climate Change
The impact of global warming on a broad variety of communities has been well-documented, highlighted and forecast. However, there are sp… Read More
2020-07-22 14:00
Drones And Ground Penetrating Radar: Drones For Good
While much has been written about the danger drones pose for planes when they are flown negligently, there are actually a number of posit… Read More
2020-07-20 11:37
Drones For Property Marketing
Property marketing is a highly competitive and ever-evolving sector. For decades, the marketing of properties and estates has evolved to fit with new technologi… Read More
2020-07-17 14:39
The Rise of Drone Technology in Archaeology
When we think of archaeology, it’s not uncommon to picture Indiana Jones clutching an artefact, running away from an approaching boulder. Ho… Read More
2020-07-15 11:01
Every day, workers around the globe perform inspections of hazardous inside spaces. Drones can perform surveys of challenging internal environments more safely and efficiently than a human i… Read More
2020-07-13 15:13
The World is Shrinking; Drones Technology Reaches Ever Further
Ever since drones first took to our skies, companies have looked at ways they can be utilised to deliver goods to customers, qu… Read More
2020-07-10 11:39
Agritech Drones: Vegetation Indices And Aerial Imagery
Will it be a feast or famine this harvest? Precision farming and Vegetation Indices enable farmers to gain a better understanding of th… Read More
2020-07-08 13:37
When will commercial drones be used for deliveries in the UK?
Commercial drones are well established in a variety of industries, such as agriculture, emergency services, and construction.
In… Read More
2020-07-06 14:47
Drones To Save The Environment: Drones For Good
There is a general feeling that in a post-coronavirus world (which we can only hope is not too far away), our focus will return to how we can… Read More
2020-07-03 10:52
How drones are transforming the railways of the world
A growing flock of drones are being deployed by rail networks around the globe to perform inspections of infrastructure, ensure safety a… Read More
2020-07-01 12:07
Drones For Livestock Management – Drones For Good
Whatever the size of herd or the pastures upon which they graze, monitoring and moving stock on the farm can be effectively carried ou… Read More
2020-06-30 15:00
Parrot Anafi USA – Everything You Need To Know
Parrot ‘s Asif Gillani introduces us to Parrot’s newest drone – The Anafi USA.
You can view the product showcase… Read More
2020-06-29 15:27
Woodland Management – How Can Drones Help?
Most people know drones as handy, hovering cameras that can be used to take some amazing scenic snaps. But in reality, drones can do so much… Read More
2020-06-26 13:13
Helping The Homeless: Drones For Good
In Britain, the Covid-19 pandemic has cast a light on many societal issues right on our doorsteps. One of these severe social failings has been the care… Read More
2020-06-24 13:04
Pix4Dreact – a detailed look into this game changing real-time mapper
When time is of the essence and every second counts, Pix4Dreact is fast mapping software that’s tailor-made… Read More
2020-06-22 10:00
Know your PPK from your RTK: how GPS correction systems are changing our understanding of landscapes
Accuracy and precision are essential for any mapping or surveying task. When deploying a… Read More
2020-06-17 16:34
AIVA – The Ultimate Drone Inspection Software?
Do you use a drone to inspect assets? How are you storing & presenting the data collected from these flights?
Maybe it’s time y… Read More
2020-06-17 10:15
5G technology is a huge talking point – not just amongst drone manufacturers, but across a whole spectrum of industries. Indeed, many tech companies are now claiming that 5G is the fut… Read More
2020-06-11 09:25
All Out To Sea – How Drones Can Transform Coastal Rescue
Her Majesty’s Coastguard (HMCG) is responsible for maintaining safety on the coast and at sea, coordinating maritime sear… Read More
2020-06-04 11:29
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2020-06-03 16:19
Commercial Drones – A Basic Buyers Guide
When commercial drones first arrived on the market, choices were relatively limited. Nowadays, when it comes to purchasing commercial UAVs (unm… Read More
2020-05-27 15:59
Drones For Agriculture: will the COVID-19 crisis accelerate drone use in harvesting?
Britain is facing a growing problem of finding labourers to pick its fruit and vegetables. As the UK gove… Read More
2020-05-26 15:30
How drones are the social distancing solution for construction and surveying
The coronavirus pandemic has changed life as we know it, affecting everything from the weekly visit to the shops… Read More
2020-05-18 13:30
The mountain rescue drone revolution
Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have revolutionised the work of Mountain Rescue teams. And drones for emergency services, to assist in locating… Read More
2020-05-11 11:10
DJI M300 – Technical Video Review with industry experts from Public Safety and Inspection in this exclusive Q&A video
Our Industry Experts got together for a 60 minute live Q&… Read More
2020-05-07 12:09
Secrets & Lies: We separate the facts from the fake news with the launch of the new DJI Matrice 300 RTK
After disappointing the masses back at CES2020 in January, DJI quickly confirmed t… Read More
2020-05-06 12:58
Our top 6 drones for inspection in 2020
Thanks to their ever-improving accuracy, greater efficiency, cost savings and enhanced safety features. Drones (or unmanned aerial vehicles – UA… Read More
2020-05-01 09:09
Coptrz Managing director Steve Coulson joins Sanchez Payne on BBC Radio Leeds to discuss the benefits of drones both during and post Covid-19 and to spread our motto; “Drones For Good… Read More
2020-04-20 11:27
What you’ll find out by reading this Coptrz article on Using UAVs to counter COVID-19;
Examples of how drones are being used
Benefits of using drones
Safety protocols during deployment… Read More
2020-04-14 15:08
What you’ll find out by reading this Coptrz article on our exclusive James Pick ‘Maximising Drones in Surveying’ Masterclass:
What you’ll learn from the James Pick &l&hell…Read More
2020-04-14 15:08
Want to know how to maximise productivity with drones in your survey business?
As a surveyor it is your role to scope out what tool will suit the job best, and drones are just another tool i… Read More
2020-04-07 13:24
With the launch of Coptrz Academy earlier this month many of you have been asking questions as to how our new platform will help you to learn and progress. Here’s our head of training… Read More
2020-04-06 16:23
Paul Luen has a message for you – Coptrz is still open for business and will continue to help you revolutionise your business with drones.
In such crazy times I wanted to reach out to… Read More
2020-03-25 14:16
In early March 2020, the world changed forever. All our lives have been disrupted by the coronavirus. Everyone needs to adapt to new ways of working and learning, not least in drone training… Read More
2020-03-23 16:02
Earlier this month, we hosted our regular drone drone demo event in Dunchurch, Rugby. The UK’s only multi-manufacturer and multi-vertical drone demo in the country it was an unri… Read More
2020-03-20 14:03
Junio Palomba of Flyability was on hand at our drone demo day to answer some of your questions – here they are;
Can I fly the Elios 2 in Nitrogen?
We have done inspections inside nitr… Read More
2020-03-18 15:10
We caught up with Chris Roberts of Parrot at our Drone Demo Day in Dunchurch – It was a pleasure to hear his thoughts on the industry and how Parrot’s providing Multi-Vertical So… Read More
2020-03-16 16:57
COPTRZ asked the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and drone heavyweights DJI to share their industry insight on the upcoming changing drone regulations in the UK. With some key changes coming… Read More
2020-03-10 15:26
We caught up with Junio Palomba of Flyability at our Drone Demo Day in Dunchurch – It was a pleasure to hear his thoughts on the industry and how he’s reducing risk with drone in… Read More
2020-03-09 14:55
Home Work: How to Kick-Start Your Drone Career OnlineIt would be something of an understatement to say that the world is a very different place to what it was barely a month ago. As COVID-19… Read More
2020-03-06 14:55
In this blog you’ll find out:
How to use inspection drones to manage risk and protect your workforce
What drones you can use for industrial inspection
An insight into worki… Read More
2020-03-02 09:52
Thinking Outside the Box: Improving Safety Using Warehouse Drone Inspections
Forget drone deliveries, there are other ways UAVs are shaking up the supply chain and logistics industry. Dron… Read More
2020-02-28 09:32
We recently caught up with our head of training Dan Wilson to cover some frequently asked training questions and the upcoming CAA legislation changes.
Q: Can I still use my PfCO after leg… Read More
2020-02-20 16:06
We are very pleased to present you the ultimate starter survey package. This is a one stop shop to help revolutionise your business with drones. The survey package consists of a carefully cu… Read More
2020-02-20 16:06
We are very pleased to present you the ultimate starter drone survey package. This is a one stop shop to help revolutionise your business with drones. The drone survey package consists of a… Read More
2020-02-19 11:52
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2020-02-11 16:40
Having worked with the public safety sector for over 3 years, I have helped a number of different emergency services departments to create tailored drone solutions to make their operations e… Read More
2020-02-10 11:48
COPTRZ Awarded Approval in YPO Drone Framework
We’re delighted to announce that COPTRZ have been approved as part of the YPO drone framework contract to supply drones and services to p… Read More
2020-02-06 09:31
We’re pleased to announce that Gary Young, Geospatial Analyst at Historic England will be joining us at the COPTRZ Live Drone Demo Day 2020 on the 5th of March in Rugby.
Championing En… Read More
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