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Coverdrone offers new flexible policies

Coverdrone has adapted its industry-leading policy to offer a range of flexible policy periods.

The PfCO Operations Manual just got easier

Candidates sitting Heliguy’s Commercial Drone Operators Training Course will now be able to complete the Operations Manual quicker and easier than ever before.

DJI Osmo Pocket v GoPro Hero 7 Black

The new Osmo Pocket is here. In this post, we see how it stacks up against the GoPro Hero 7 Black. Compare image quality, battery life and more.

Delair UX11 to be sold via Heliguy

    Heliguy in strategic partnership with Survey Solutions Scotland –the sole UK distributor for Delair UAV fixed-wing products –to offer the BVLOS Delair UX11.

DJI Osmo Pocket Review: Hands on with the Osmo Pocket

Heliguy review the DJI Osmo Pocket. A revolutionary new mobile camera and gimbal from DJI. Learn more about the advanced features here.

First look at DJI Osmo Pocket

The DJI Osmo Pocket has a tiny three-axis gimbal, the ability to capture shake-free footage and has ActiveTrack, 3x3 panorama and NightShot technology.

Heliguy was a key delivery partner in ground-breaking Operation Zenith demonstration

    Heliguy was a key delivery partner in Operation Zenith –a world-first demonstration to test how drones and traditional aircraft can safely share the same airspace.

CAA consulting on proposals to increase Charges Schemes

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched a consultation on proposals to increase all Charges Schemes by 2.4% from April next year, due to 'current cost pressures'.

Heliguy unveils Black Friday deals

Heliguy has unveiled its Black Friday deals, with huge discounts on drones, hand-held items and training. Prices will be slashed on the DJI Mavic Air and DJI Mavic Air Fly More Combo, the DJI Spark Fly More Combo, the Ryze Tello, the Tello Boost Combo, the Heliguy Atom CoAx and Heliguy Firefly. The cost of... Read More

CAA issues updated safety notice on TB50 and TB55 batteries

An updated safety notice has been issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), lifting restrictions put in place following issues with some TB50 and TB55 batteries – as long as the drone operator can verify successful installation of DJI’s firmware workaround. The safety notice (SN–2018/011) was issued yesterday afternoon and applies to operators of multi-rotor small... Read More

Civil Aviation Authority launches consultation to help shape its Drones Registration Service

The CAA has launched a consultation to find out how people are currently using drones. The feedback will allow the CAA to build the drone registration service.

Drones are 'invaluable tool' for Scotland's busiest mountain-rescue team

Picture the scene. Freezing temperatures, a thick blanket of snow, tricky terrain and a vast area of open space to cover. It’s a daunting prospect for the volunteers of Lochaber Mountain Rescue, but it is a scenario which they face on an all-too-frequent basis. Often, the team’s missions are high-pressure call-outs, with time of the... Read More

Heliguy wins prestigious prize at North Tyneside Business Awards

Heliguy wins Retail and Service Provider Award at the North Tyneside Business Awards 2018, thanks to its customer service and passion to develop drone industry.

DJI issues firmware updates for TB50 and TB55 batteries

DJI issues firmware updates for TB50 and TB55 batteries. This addresses 'a rare issue involving the battery state of charge calculation algorithm'.

How to Use Mavic 2 Enterprise‘s Beacon

In this post, we take a look at how to attach and use the Mavic 2 Enterprise's beacon. Follow this simple step by step guide to get started.

Heliguy shortlisted for prestigious prize at North Tyneside Business Awards 2018

Heliguy is a shortlisted finalist in the North Tyneside Business Awards 2018. The company is in the running to win the Retail and Service Provider Award.

How to use the Mavic 2 Enterprise's Battery Self-Heating Function

In this post, we take a step by step looks at how to use the self-heating function on the DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise.

DJI Inspire 2 and Zenmuse X7 camera were a dream team for National Geographic Jordan documentary

Drone pilot Olly Sugars used the DJI Inspire 2 and Zenmuse X7 for a National Geographic documentary in Jordan. He described them as a powerful combination.

DJI ‘not shying away’ from TB50 And TB55 battery issue

DJI is taking the TB50 and TB55 battery issue very seriously. A firmware update will be issued late next week. A longer-term solution is being worked on.

Ten things we learnt at DJI AirWorks Conference 2018

DJI held its 2018 AirWorks Conference in Dallas, Texas. The event showcased the Mavic 2 Enterprise, DJI Pilot, DJI Ground Station Pro Enterprise and DJI Terra.