Company: Catsharks Location: Berkshire, England Tell us about yourself. I am a British shark ecologist and 50m freediver. I spend as much time as possible in the ocean, and have spent the last 6 years working with sharks, whales, rays, corals, and anything that lives under the sea. When I'm not underwater, I take to the sky. I've been able to combine aerial videography with my work, studying the use of drones in shark movements and behavior. What inspired you to begin flying drones, and what made you want to enter the industry as a drone pilot? Using drones to study sharks was an idea that had been brewing in my mind for quite a long time. Quite by chance, a friend of mine mentioned his Ph.D. supervisor was looking to take on a Masters student to research exactly that. I promptly invested in my first drone and learned to fly on an island in the middle of nowhere (the Azores). I fell in love on the very first flight. The oceans, volcanoes, and lush green landscapes of the Azores were the perfect location to become totally addicted to flying. I had racked up over 100 flying hours before my thesis research even started! What were you doing before you started flying drones, and what made you make the transition? I had been researching the effects of feeding sharks for tourism in the Philippines, the Maldives, and the Azores. It was incredible to be up close and personal with the sharks to study them, but I began to think that maybe an aerial perspective would capture more sharks. I finally tested this theory for my Masters' thesis, comparing underwater and aerial videography in their use of assessing shark ecology in the shallow tropical waters of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Now, I can't live without my flying baby! What drone(s) are you currently flying, and what drone accessories do you love? I am flying with the DJI Mavic 2 Pro. She is called Zoe, and I love her to death. On my previous drone (Phantom 4 Pro) I had four ND filters, and I think the polarizing lenses were the gadgets I loved the most. I definitely will be getting some for Zoe ASAP! What is your favorite feature on your drone and why? Oh, lordy... The Hasselblad camera and the gimbal. Please don't make me choose between the two! I never thought I needed to upgrade from the Phantom 4 Pro, but a friend of mine let me try out her Mavic 2 Pro and I went and bought one the next day. The image is so much crisper, and for videography, the footage is significantly smoother. I wince looking at old footage from the Phantom now! What drone images are you most proud of and why? While I was working in the Azores, we were studying Mobula Ray migration. We would go to the best dive site in the world (Princess Alice Banks) twice a week, at least, and deploy/replace cameras to record for 72 hours straight. The BBC came out to film our team, and I had some great shots of the Mobulas from the surface. They ended up using some of the shots in BBC Animals with Cameras (the extended version) and I was so, so, so happy! If you've seen that program — and remember the part where you see one of the pregnant Mobula Ray's babies 'kicking' inside her tummy — that was a Mobula I tagged. That was the first-ever recorded instance of that being captured! The whole research and shooting project is close to my heart as it was one of the first times I felt like a real drone pilot. Have you learned any valuable lessons from being in the drone industry that you can share with our female drone community? DJI is lovely. It's a positive lesson to learn, but so important. I had a third-hand drone that committed suicide right in the middle of the ocean. I barely had any of the information they needed about purchase records etc., but with just the flight record and a friendly conversation, they replaced the model within three days. I almost didn't bother to ask them because I didn't have insurance and I thought it would cost me thousands, but they're so friendly and understanding! Whether it's from a creative, commercial, or humanitarian perspective, tell us about the most memorable drone flight you have piloted thus far. My most memorable flight was in the Dominican Republic. I work with Conscious Breath Adventures, a humpback whale swim liveaboard that operates out of the Silver Bank between January and April each year. We have special permission to fly drones around the whales (no closer than 20m, of course) and observe their behavior. The first flight with a mother and calf was simply magnificent, watching them affectionately nuzzle each other. That was the first time I've ever been truly sad to hear the low battery beep-beep! We're now in talks to use the drones as 'snot-cams' to actually catch the saliva of a whale blow as it tells us a lot about their diet and migration. Science drones forever! What would you say to women and girls about the drone industry to spark their interest in getting involved? Get a drone! It's so much simpler than it looks, and nothing will spark your passion more than taking to the skies and seeing the magic for yourself. Once you start posting, the business side of things will develop itself. What excites you most about more women joining the drone industry? I just love seeing drone imagery. I can't wait to have an army of female pilots around the world taking photos and sharing them on every country and continent, and using their talent to inspire my next adventures. I absolutely love the idea of going on a little drone-enthusiast holiday with a group of girls ready to explore and fly! Do you have any drone tips & tricks you can share with our audience? I'm not sure if this counts as a tip or trick, but sometimes when I'm flying in an empty space and someone appears out of nowhere, there's that grey area of 'Can I fly with them around or will they call the police and yell at me?' I invite them to have a look! Often, they will get super excited to see your footage. I've gotten several jobs out of someone being absolutely amazing and asking me to shoot their houses/farm or asking to buy my footage. Sharing is caring! What's the best way for our readers to get in touch with you? I've just launched my new website and I would love for you to take a look: www.catsharks.co.uk It's full of my drone photography and videography as well as my underwater portfolio, and a blog I'm slowly starting to develop. If you just want to chat, there's also the time-old @catsharks Instagram. If you want advice or a cyber-friend, or to actually meet up and play, reach out! I'd love some new people to gossip about the secrets of the skies with! Is there anything else you would like our readers to know about you? Honestly? I'm a bit of an idiot. Not in a self-deprecating kind of way, but I know when I tell people I'm a drone pilot, they tend to get very intimidated. If you're thinking about investing in a drone and joining the community, it's not too difficult, I promise! We will welcome you with open arms, and you'll pick up the skills and have gorgeous cinematic shots in no time at all. If I can do it, so can you. Catherine Cushenan is an English shark ecologist, freediving instructor, PADI divemaster, drone pilot, videographer, and adventure explorer. ​She has worked across the globe, from Iceland to the Dominican Republic to French Polynesia and everywhere in between. This has included volunteering, marine research, working in eco-tourism, and underwater or aerial videography roles. She studied Marine Biology at the University of Portsmouth, and carried on to do her Masters in the University of the Algarve.  ​She is an SSI freediving instructor and her CWT record is 50m, with a static breath hold of 05:34. She started officially training in 2019. Before this, she had 5 years of subconscious training, freediving to tag and photo ID sharks, mantas, and whales around the world. #PilotSpotlight #dronephotography #femaledronepilot #bussinesswomen #DJIMavic2Pro #EnglandDronePilot #dronevideos #femaleempowerment

Location: Auckland, New Zealand Tell us about yourself. I'm an Auckland-based aerial photographer, I've been working in aerial photography for about 4 years now. It's my job and my hobby. I like to create very graphic images as I come from a graphic design background. And I like shooting courts and skateboarding the most as they are also things I really enjoy doing. What inspired you to begin flying drones, and what made you want to enter the industry as a drone pilot? I've always loved video games, and previous to owning a drone I spent a lot of time scaling very high buildings or cranes in order to get a birds-eye composition with cameras. What were you doing before you started flying drones, and what made you make the transition? I studied and worked in graphic design and video editing previous to drones. I love photography and was hooked to drones as soon as I tried one. What drone(s) are you currently flying, and what drone accessories do you love? DJI Mavic Pro 2 x Hasselblad and DJI Phantom 4 Pro Obsidian. I love the DJI Smart Controller for the Mavic as it makes the workflow much easier and faster and the screen quality is amazing. I also recently started playing with the Lume Cubes for the Phantom 4 Pro. This is a really interesting accessory and is something I am planning on working with a lot more this year. What is your favorite feature on your drone and why? My favorite is a bit of a tie between two features really. First is the Tripod mode (Smart Feature). This is really helpful for a lot of my work as one of the main elements I focus on when shooting is having everything very perfectly straight and aligned. With tripod mode, I'm able to hover very close to objects without a lot of movement of the aircraft and can make slight positioning movements without jolting the drone. The second favorite is the Multiple shot Feature / Burst Mode. This is also something I use very often. A large majority of my work focuses on sports (Basketball, Tennis, Skateboarding, etc.), so having the ability to shoot multiple frames per second allows me to capture the motion of the subject and select the best frame to represent what is happening in the final photograph. What drone images are you most proud of and why? One of my favorite photos is the image of the yellow basketball thrown up mid-air. I think it was the fact it was pretty difficult to capture this and have the placement and basketball graphic captured at the right time. And I like that the overall work has a really nice balance and color pallet to it. Have you learned any valuable lessons from being in the drone industry that you can share with our female drone community? The thing I see a lot is people trying to follow trends on social media. While it is easy to do that, it can really kill your own creativity. Finding your own style and look is really important and is what makes you stand out from others. Whether it's from a creative, commercial, or humanitarian perspective, tell us about the most memorable drone flight you have piloted thus far. I was on a trip to South Australia shooting some photos and video of a vehicle for Ford AU and we had gone to my uncle's farm and spent the day driving across hundreds of kilometers. We drove into a paddock of sheep to take some photos and they all began to follow the car and formed this huge line behind us. It was so cool to see and made for such a crazy photo. What excites you most about more women joining the drone industry? I feel that women/girls bring a very different and fresh eye to the industry. Generally, it has been a male-dominated industry, and seeing the work that women produce is super cool and so different from the normal. What's the best way for our readers to get in touch with you? I'm available on Instagram. And my website is hello@petraleary.com Petra Leary is an award-winning New Zealand born aerial photographer. Her ability to capture her subjects from unique perspectives is striking and groundbreaking. She has an innate design sensibility, reflected in her unique process all the way from conception to post-production. An intrepid world traveler she hunts out unusual landscapes, captures them from unforeseen angles such as her signature bird’s eye angle from above, and manipulates and accentuates colors in post-production to create her final work. Her work is simple yet bold in arrangement and composition. Belying this effortlessness are deeply honed technical skills, and a knowing iconoclastic eye for pop culture. #PilotSpotlight #dronephotography #femaledronepilot #bussinesswomen #DJIMavicPro #AucklandDronePilot #dronevideos #femaleempowerment

Photographer Credit: Jimmy Tissot As many of our readers may already know, Women Who Drone was founded with the mission of creating an online platform and community that inspires, educates, and empowers women and girls with drone technology. In line with that goal, WWD Brand Ambassador Marlene Barriere set out to educate and empower women in her community, earning her the distinction of being the organizer of France’s first-ever Women Who Drone workshop. On behalf of her company, Elle Drone Académie, Marlene held two workshops in the Auvergne Region at the bottom of the Puy de Dôme (a volcano). The first was on Sunday, June 28th, and the other took place on Saturday, July 4th. The workshops came about following an Instagram Q&A where Marlene noticed that it was mostly women asking her questions. By conducting them, Marlene set out to introduce complete beginners to drone technology. “I wanted to share my passion and help them to get started. I've learned by myself, and I really enjoy helping other women get familiar with it and grow confidence in this industry.” Next, there was a practical segment where the participants learned how to perform 3 exercises. During this segment, Marlene worked with the participants one at a time.to ensure that her learners had a grasp on all the basic points. Meanwhile, she was also listening to the other attendees’ questions. After passing all the practical tests, participants had the opportunity to take a few photos and videos (using the intelligent flight modes or manual shots) which they could keep as souvenirs. To finish, they had a debrief where the participants could ask more questions and “compare their feelings now to their initial fears 3 hours ago.” When asked to share her personal feelings about conducting the workshop, Marlene had this to say: “I wasn't sure what to expect before the 1st workshop. It was amazing to meet all these women eager to learn something new, stepping outside their comfort zone, trying something out of their reach sometimes." Photographer Credit: Jimmy Tissot She went on to say, “Most of the time the biggest fear was crashing the drone or not being able to use the controller. They were, at first, quite stressed. But at the end of the day, they were completely relaxed, succeeding at their first drone attempt or manual shot. It was exhilarating to see them bloom like flowers under the sun. Sometimes you just need a little push, and I am so glad to be able to be that push. If I can inspire more women to join the female drone community, I will be blessed.” If you’re interested in learning about drones from a fellow member of the community, the next workshop will be on July 19th. Marlene has 2 introductions and 1 beginner workshop a month. You can find the agenda on her website: www.elledrone.fr/academie/. You can register by phone, by email (contact@elledrone.fr), on Instagram, or on the website. To register, you just have to fill in a form and choose the workshop you want to participate in. There are 3 workshop levels starting from 59€. More workshops will be held across the country by the end of the year and online training sessions are coming soon with a tentative Summer launch. Photographer Credit: Jimmy Tissot Take a chance, learn something new, and be a part of a community of women who drone! I am a writer and an artist based in Georgia. Specializing in illustration, graphic design, and video art, I love to explore the new ways technology intersects with art. I think drones have done amazing things for photography and video art, making what would previously be costly and difficult more accessible. As a complete novice, it was only recently that I saw what independent artists could do with their drones, and I continue to be impressed by the sights that drones are able to explore and the images they can capture. Instagram: @tyesha.ferron #WWD #WomenWhoDrone #WomenWhoDroneInFrance #France #MarleneBarriere #BrandAmbassador #DroneWorkshop #Workshops #WWDWorkshop #FemaleEmpowerment #Education #WWDBrandAmbassador #ElleDroneAcadémie #Community

Credit: @noaafisheries on Instagram We’ve seen time and time again how drones are impacting industries: making them safer, faster, more effective, inexpensive — the list goes on. Now, it’s time to look outside of industries and talk about how drones are helping the environment and conservation efforts. Businesses aren’t the only ones benefiting from UAV technology. We’ve mentioned before how drones have been used to help in the aftermath of wildfires, rescue animals, and people were even being encouraged to develop drone innovations for good in the UAE. To continue this conversation, let’s look at five organizations that are using drones and UAV technology to preserve wildlife and help with conservation efforts. The National Tropical Botanical Garden Uses Drones to Observe Hard-To-Reach Areas in Kaua'i Credit: NTBGSavePlants Unfortunately, one of the consequences of our everchanging world is the loss of biodiversity i.e. the extinction of plants and animals. Though scientists do what they can, efforts to preserve endangered species are not always successful. Thus, when scientists failed to propagate the endangered Hibiscadelphus woodii, “a relative of hibiscus last seen in 2009”, it was declared extinct in 2016. That was the case until researchers from the National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG), based on the Hawaiian island of Kaua’i, rediscovered the flower in 2019. The NTBG is a nonprofit corporation that manages a network of five botanical gardens, preserves, and research facilities. Their aim is to conserve endangered fauna. In Kalalau Valley, the rare cliff-dwelling flower was spotted via drone by Ben Nyberg, a drone specialist for NTBG. This valley was previously accessed by hiking, but the way was difficult and dangerous. Nyberg made the discovery in late January, and National Geographic describes his piloting technique: “Nyberg was piloting the drone that made the discovery. He uses a grid system to scan the cliffs, also using his intuition to home in on patches to search. Nyberg gathers GPS points and marks attributes like elevation so plants can be found again.” Wildlife Drones is Radio-Tracking Animal Movement Credit: Wildlife Drones Wildlife Drones is an Australia-based organization that aims to help facilitate animal tracking. They have developed a way to use drones to do the heavy lifting when it comes to radio-tracking animal movement. They are using their drone-mounted tracking system, which “can be mounted to an off-the-shelf drone”, to track animals and aid in wildlife conservation efforts. Wildlife Drones was founded by Dr. Debbie Saunders, an ecologist. Dr. Saunders got the idea for this organization from her work studying migratory birds with radio-tags. She found this work to be difficult due to the limitations of the technology she had at the time, so she worked to find a solution. Utilizing the expertise of engineers, designers, and pilots, Dr. Saunders was able to draw on drone technology to develop “the world’s most advanced radio-tracking drone system” with her team. This system is capable of providing real-time locations on multiple animals at a time. On their About page, Wildlife boasts that the information collected via their drone system has contributed to the reintroduction of endangered species and the search for missing tagged animals. Notably, they have helped track Sunda Pangolins in Vietnam, Goannas in Namadgi National Park, and Swift Parrots in Australia’s Tarcutta Hills Reserve. You can read more about what they’re up to on their blog. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Is Using Drones to Understand Weather and the Ocean Credit: KPIX CBS SF Bay Area In May of 2019, we wrote an article about how one of our WWD ambassadors, Maddy Washburn, was able to use her drone to help the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) rescue team rescue a young gray whale caught in gillnet and line. NOAA is a government agency that deals with matters concerning “climate, weather, oceans and coasts”, and they actually have their own UAS program. NOAA’s Unmanned Aircraft Sytems program seeks to bridge the gap between “instruments on Earth and on satellites” with the help of UAS. The program is dedicated to researching UAS technology and utilizing that technology to facilitate the NOAA’s goals. They were formally established after years of testing and working with “NASA and industry partners”, and we are now seeing the fruits of their labor. Recently, NOAA posted on their blog about how they have been utilizing the advantages that come with working with drones. There, you can read about how NOA is using three unmanned autonomous surface vessels in the Bering Sea and the Arctic. These vessels are assessing the nation’s largest fishery in the Bering Sea, tracking Arctic and Atlantic weather, and mapping Alaska’s North Slope. I am a writer and an artist based in Georgia. Specializing in illustration, graphic design, and video art, I love to explore the new ways technology intersects with art. I think drones have done amazing things for photography and video art, making what would previously be costly and difficult more accessible. As a complete novice, it was only recently that I saw what independent artists could do with their drones, and I continue to be impressed by the sights that drones are able to explore and the images they can capture. Instagram: @tyesha.ferron #AnimalConservation #WildlifeConservation #Conservation #Wildlife #Animals #Environment #Environmentalism #AnimalTracking #DiscoveringSpecies #AnimalRescue #Climate #NOAA #UAS #NationalOceanicandAtmosphericAdministration #UnmannedAircraftSystems

Company: Vantage Point Drone Location: Ashburn, VA, US Tell us about yourself. My name is Missie Ellis and live in Northern Virginia. I’m married (35 years) and have two grown sons who are married as well, with one little grandson. I started flying UAS in 2014 and spent two years learning as a hobbyist. I moved into being a commercial UAS pilot after taking and passing the Part 107 on the first hour of the first day the exam was offered, becoming one of the first women to pass the exam. I am one of two Drone Pros with the FAA Safety Team (FAAST) here in Northern Virginia. What inspired you to begin flying drones, and what made you want to enter the industry as a drone pilot? I was watching the start of a road race when I spotted a white UAS hovering over the runners. I was fascinated by it and watched it during the race. On the way home I googled “white quadcopter” and had one ordered by the time we got home. Only to be very disappointed when it arrived and to discover it didn’t have a camera on it. I got on YouTube and figured out what I needed to order and how to connect a mini iOS, gimbal, GoPro, and FPV. I felt very accomplished to get it up and running. What were you doing before you started flying drones, and what made you make the transition? We had just moved to Virginia and I was recovering from a back injury that made even walking difficult. Tinkering with the UAS and combing the internet for anything UAS related information kept me from focusing on my back pain. I have always dabbled in photography, so I was enthralled to see the landscape from a different vantage point (thus the name of my company). What drone(s) are you currently flying, and what drone accessories do you love? My go-to fleet of UAS includes an Inspire 2, Phantom 4 Pro x2, and Mavic 2. For accessories, I love the Inspire 2 battery station for the TB50 intelligent batteries. Oh-so-fast in charging, but extremely loud at first! And for my Mavic 2, the DJI Smart Controller is a MUST for my cell tower inspections. The OcuSync 2.0 automictically switches between 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz reducing environmental interference and the 5.5-inch built-in screen display is perfect for my aging eyes. The Go Share function can transfer your photos and videos to a mobile device; as well as, the new SkyTalk to livestream your UAS’s camera view to social media. What is your favorite feature on your drone and why? My level of comfort in flying a UAS went up considerably with the compass mode. (The Phantom 2 didn’t have that feature.) There are times when looking up at the UAS and down at the controller you’ll lose sight of it momentarily, especially on cloudy days. I can quickly look at the map and redirect the UAS by pointing the red plane icon along the green flight path back towards the home point until I locate it in the sky. It is especially useful in difficult to discern terrain, i.e. mountains or water. What drone images are you most proud of and why? A 100-year-old barn used as a wedding venue ~ I love old structures! A wreckage off in the Florida Keys ~ makes me wonder about the reason it went down and the people that were on it. A retirement community at sunset ~ the residents have shown such appreciation for it by sharing it with their loved ones. Have you learned any valuable lessons from being in the drone industry that you can share with our female drone community? Networking with fellow operators in your local community is key to success. You’ll find some not interested in connecting. Many operators in my area, Delaware-Maryland-Virginia are territorial and don’t like to share anything. All good, just work with the ones that will. I know other operator’s area of expertise and can pass along jobs that come my way that are more tailored for them than me and vice versa. Offer to be their visual observer! That is how I got my foot in the door to fly in the DC FRZ (DC Flight Restricted Zone). A shout out to Geoff Green with @VSIAerial for letting me tag along with him. Whether it's from a creative, commercial, or humanitarian perspective, tell us about the most memorable drone flight you have piloted thus far. The one image I am most proud of is the one that required the most coordination with no guarantee of capturing it. A replica of the Air Force One was being floated on a barge down the east coast to the National Harbor near Washington DC. I researched the name of the barge, downloaded the apps FindShip and MarineTraffic to track the progress down the coast and along the Potomac River. I used Google Earth to find a spot along the Potomac River that had the narrowest water section between Maryland and Virginia. When I thought I had enough time to get to the location I drove to the spot only to discover every open area had a private property sign up. I needed to be down the cliffside by the water to capture the plane. I asked a homeowner if he would mind me walking through his yard to get to the water. He agreed (and wanted to book me for his cliffside wedding the following year). I had to fly halfway across a very wide spot of the Potomac River to get the shot. I was thrilled when I saw the plane and was so excited my hands were trembling. I nailed it and practically flew home to get it out on social media. The video was purchased and is still making me money through Storyful. What would you say to women and girls about the drone industry to spark their interest in getting involved? The industry is still in its infancy. We are all still learning. Every field of UAS industry is open to you to decide what you like best, i.e., STEM, construction progression, marine biology, real estate, events, mapping, civil infrastructure, movie/film production, emergency agencies, precision agriculture, powerline patrol, predator control, homeland security, agriculture conservation, archaeology/geology exploration, newsgathering and beyond. What excites you most about more women joining the drone industry? We’re opening doors for opportunities in the industry each day for women coming up after us to break the glass ceiling in a spectacular fashion. Do you have any drone tips & tricks you can share with our audience? A simple one… When you’re flying and focused on capturing the image that made you launch your UAS, take a moment and turn your UAS in the opposite direction. More times than not, you’ll see something worthy of a pic! That was how I captured the retirement community shot. I was there for a resort, panned the UAS around, and was shocked by the glow of the sunset on the facility. What's the best way for our readers to get in touch with you? Write to me at missie@vpdrone.com Is there anything else you would like our readers to know about you? I’m on the quiet side in regard to social media. You will very rarely see me commenting on a post, but remember I support each and every one of you with likes. Happy flying! Drone pilot Melissa 'Missie' Ellis has received a management degree from Valdosta State University in 1985. She then spent the next 28 years traveling around the world with her Air Force pilot husband and two boys. During the same time, she had various part-time jobs including swim coach, substitute teacher, and administrative assistant. Missie took up photography while living in Hawaii. She started up Vantage Point Drone in 2016 and has doubled her revenue each year since opening. #PilotSpotlight #dronephotography #femaledronepilot #bussinesswomen #DJIMavic2 #VirginiaDronePilot #dronevideos #femaleempowerment

Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Tell us about yourself. I was born in Argentina in 1989. I'm a filmmaker, photographer, and droner, graduate of the London Film Academy. I like to use new techniques such as hyperlapses, having full control of the color treatment as I have established myself as a professional colorist at the International Colorist Academy (Los Angeles). Expert in capturing moments, places, and stories, I enjoy taking an image to a higher level of contemplation. I think being a woman in this business has a downside. People tend to expect a man to be on the other side of the camera, but I have made my way as a woman, receiving support and respect from my peers. I also work with brands, offering them a fresh and different perspective, and always trying to achieve the best possible outcome. I'm one of the most prominent and quoted Argentine photographers of travel, lifestyle, and aerial images. My goal is to continue working with the same intensity, continue to explore the world and share my work and experiences with a growing audience. What inspired you to begin flying drones, and what made you want to enter the industry as a drone pilot? As a child, I was always obsessed with the fact that birds were able to fly and watch everything from above. What were you doing before you started flying drones, and what made you make the transition? Filmmaking and editing, I’m still doing that! Only now, I have drone footage to add :) What drone(s) are you currently flying, and what drone accessories do you love? I have a DJI Mavic Pro 1, Mavic Air, and FPV drone. What is your favorite feature on your drone and why? Bracketing option, to create HDR photos, which then I have more control while editing them. I also love the fact that I can get unique shots from the FPV drone. What drone images are you most proud of and why? A series that I shot on Australia, flying over a salt flat. I’m proud of them because it was way too windy and I had to take the drone really far away, pushing the limits at most. And I’m really happy with the result! Have you learned any valuable lessons from being in the drone industry that you can share with our female drone community? Yes. I learned that every drone has its pros and cons. For example, the Mavic Air is amazing for going through small holes and being really stable at it, and the Mavic Pro is not so convenient for this, but the signal quality is always on point. Whether it's from a creative, commercial, or humanitarian perspective, tell us about the most memorable drone flight you have piloted thus far. Chasing a car for a commercial for Peugeot What would you say to women and girls about the drone industry to spark their interest in getting involved? It’s amazing! Who wouldn’t want to have that kind of perspective? Don’t be afraid and just go for it! I promise you will not regret it. What excites you most about more women joining the drone industry? The fact of being all women united in the same mission, showing the world we can also do great things. Do you have any drone tips & tricks you can share with our audience? Always shoot in bracketing mode and then stack up the photos o no Lightroom to create an HDR photograph Make sure you have at least 10 satellites before taking off If you are going to fly in cold weather, you need to know battery life consumes faster, you can store your batteries Inside your jacket or a warm place :) Not all the obstacles are detected (thin branches, cables) so you should always check the area before flying You can try a flight simulator before your first outdoor flight Remember to set the RTH attitude, being aware of where are you flying (don’t go too low if you are in a city or crowded place) Use ND filters, always! Try the golden hour ❤️ What's the best way for our readers to get in touch with you? Hit me up on Instagram @nikkazv Is there anything else you would like our readers to know about you? I would love them to check my drone videos at my profile :) Nikka was born in Argentina in 1989. She is a prominent filmmaker, photographer, and droner, graduate of the London Film Academy. She stands out reaching for new techniques such as hyperlapses, having full control of the color treatment as she has established as a professional colorist at the International Colorist Academy (Los Angeles). Expert in capturing moments, places, and stories, taking the image to a higher level of contemplation. Being a woman in this business has a downside. People tend to expect a man to be on the other side of the camera, but Nikka has made her way being a woman, receiving support and respect from her peers. When she works with brands, Nikka offers a fresh and different perspective always trying to achieve the best possible outcome. Despite her youth, she is considered by the specialized media as one of the most prominent and quoted Argentine photographers of travel, lifestyle, and aerial images. Her goal is to continue working with the same intensity, continue to explore the world and share her work and experiences with a growing audience. #PilotSpotlight #dronephotography #femaledronepilot #bussinesswomen #DJIMavicPro #DJIMavicAir #FPVdrone #ArgentineDronePilot #dronevideos #filmmaker #femaleempowerment

Company: University of North Carolina Wilmington; Geo Owl Location: Wilmington, NC, US Tell us about yourself. I specialize in the application of unmanned aerial systems and sensor technology to collect and analyze environmental data. A lot of the research I participate in focuses on the integration of drone technology with other location-based data to analyzing complex questions about coastal environments, including thermal analysis of beach-nesting bird habitats, multispectral analysis of an invasive grass species in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and thermal analysis of stream pollution sources. I have nearly three years of experience in the collection and photogrammetric processing of drone imagery, and I'm currently learning to work with a new LiDAR system to collect and analyze data to map wetlands. I am also interested in the effects of drones on animal behavior ever since I participated in a research project where we assess the reaction of birds to a fixed-wing drone. Let's just say they hated it, and we ended up painting it blue to reduce its visibility while flying. What inspired you to begin flying drones, and what made you want to enter the industry as a drone pilot? I originally learned to fly while completing my Master's degree, and began using drones for photogrammetry before I ever became involved in photography. I noticed the huge potential within that field, especially as it relates to the ability to not just collect the imagery, but to process it and perform complex analyses such as land cover classifications with the integration of machine learning algorithms. This is more or less what led to my decision to specialize in drones. What were you doing before this, and what made you make the transition? Before I went to school for my Master's degree, I was an aquatic entomologist. Before that, I was a cosmetologist... I wanted to make the transition, ultimately from the biological sciences into the geographic sciences because of the better job prospects. The drones thing all kind of just happened by chance and luck and a lot of support from my academic advisor, who is now my boss at the university. What drone(s) are you currently flying, and what drone accessories do you love? My personal drone that I fly for photography is a DJI Mavic 2 Pro. I love my set of Tiffen filters, since I photograph mainly coastal environments and they cut down on glare from the water. I am lucky to have experience with so many different platforms and sensors through work, including DJI Phantom, DJI M200, DJI M600, and my personal favorite, the senseFly eBee plus fixed-wing drone. I have used a variety of RGB, multispectral, and thermal sensors including MicaSense, FLIR, and senseFly. What is your favorite feature on your drone and why? My favorite feature on the eBee is the flight automation - it flies autonomously on a pre-programmed flight route. It also stops its engine every time it takes a photo to reduce camera shake, which I think is just incredible. What drone images are you most proud of and why? I am most proud of my images of the marshes of North Carolina. No one would ever know how amazingly intricate and beautiful these ecosystems are from above if it were not for drones. Have you learned any valuable lessons from being in the drone industry that you can share with our female drone community? I guess I would just tell them that anything is possible. I think some women are intimidated in this space because it is so male-dominated. I have never once felt out of place though, or had anyone make me feel that they didn't see me as an equal because I was a woman. In fact, I frequently have men asking me for advice on different drone-related topics. I don't think it matters what your gender is, or that anyone really cares, as long as you can do your job efficiently and completely. Just know your strengths and speak confidently - those qualities translate across the entire gender spectrum. Whether it's from a creative, commercial, or humanitarian perspective, tell us about the most memorable drone flight you have piloted thus far. An absolutely hands-down, most memorable experience is flying with my co-worker and his drone deciding to auto-land over a marsh. The up and down control stopped working, and luckily he managed to guide it forward onto a nearby piece of solid ground as I am yelling in the background. We couldn't walk to it and pick it up because of the water, and happened to be on an island that allows no vehicles except golf carts. So, he frantically hops in the golf cart and speeds away to grab the drone before someone else does - and luckily it all worked out! What would you say to women and girls about the drone industry to spark their interest in getting involved? A lot of people know how to fly drones. A lot of people know how to take pictures or videos with drones. But relatively few know how to execute a full-scale data collection mission, process the data, and use that to solve a problem. Drones are an integral part of my process of answering questions about our Earth. I have gotten to travel to some beautiful places for work, along the coast, and in the mountains. This coming year I may be going to Mexico and Colombia through work. Opportunities like these come around when you have a desirable skill set. So, if you want to make a career out of it, you need to specialize to stand out, because anyone can do this for fun - just buy a cheap drone to practice on and don't be afraid. But you have to practice or you will never improve, so don't give up if your photos are terrible or you crash it into a tree. What excites you most about more women joining the drone industry? I think that having a better balance of gender across all disciplines is good. There really is no particular barrier to women joining this field, they just need to go out and do it! Do you have any drone tips & tricks you can share with our audience? I am an advocate for pre-planning. For scientific missions or photography. When I go out to take photos, I scout Google Earth for cool spots and plan how I want my shots to look. I mark locations on my phone on Google Maps so I can navigate easily. I get a lot accomplished this way. What's the best way for our readers to get in touch with you? The best way to get a hold of me socially or for photography reasons is through my Instragram @unmappedearth. For research-related questions, contact me on LinkedIn (Kerry Mapes) Is there anything else you would like our readers to know about you? I am a mother of two kids, 5 and 4. I started grad school when they were 22 months and 5 months old. I learned everything I know about drones to give them a better life than I had, and did it mostly on very little sleep. Kerry Mapes has a Master of Science in Geosciences and Geospatial Technology, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems. She recently obtained her GEOINT Professional certificate from the United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation. She currently works at a local university where she engages in multiple research projects using RGB, multispectral, and thermal drone imagery and is currently learning to collect and analyze LiDAR data. She has taught college-level courses in geography and drone science. In addition to her job at the university, she works part-time for a GEOINT company as a proposal specialist. She also owns a small LLC where she mostly sells prints of her drone photography. #PilotSpotlight #femaledronepilots #dronesforgood #GIS #dronedata #datanalysis #LiDAR #DJIMavic2Pro #senseFlyeBee #femaleempowerment

Photo credit: Josh Sorenson via Unsplash.com The use of drones to fly over landscapes, collect aerial photography or survey a building is not difficult to comprehend. In fact, those uses are quite common. But what about flying a drone to locate people displaced in a natural disaster? Or taking it underwater for reconnaissance missions? Each spring, the UAE Drones for Good Award recognizes innovations in drone technology like these that aim to help their communities. The award, sponsored by the government of the United Arab Emirates, “encourages useful and positive applications for drone technology,” according to the program website. The award and a $1 million prize are awarded to one international team and one team within the UAE (the latter receives a prize of Dhs1 million). While the award is not limited to set categories, entries are often received in the areas of education, healthcare, tourism, environment, and disaster relief, among others. The award was launched in 2014 by the UAE Government Summit and Flyability took the inaugural international prize the following spring. Flyability, a company from Switzerland, created a drone for search and rescue purposes that was protected from collisions, called “Gimball”. Wadi Drones, a UAE-based team, won the inaugural national prize for a drone creation geared towards wildlife conservation. Video credit: UAE Drones for Good Video credit: NYU Abu Dhabi The award website writes that the Drones For Good Award “is based on international reports that show that the value of drones market in the world will reach $16.1 billion in 2021,” citing expected growth, particularly in the areas of logistics and the environment. “Drones have also been shown to have huge potential in urban planning 3D imaging technology in addition to … disaster response and projects in various economic sectors …,” according to the initiative description. Submission requirements for the competition include being able to demonstrate a working prototype that is either semi-autonomous or fully autonomous and illustrating “a genuine service or present[ing] a solution to a real human need.” Entries are also encouraged to be “safe, effective and economical.” Entries can come from individuals, teams, companies or universities. Loon Copter, from the United States, took the international prize in the 2016 competition with a drone that was able to operate under water. Osmah Rawashdeh, the project leader for Loon Copter, told GulfNews.com that the team’s creation was versatile, stating “It can fly, or operate on the surface of the water, and then can dive underwater like a remote control submarine,” according to a 2016 article. That year’s national winner, BuilDrone, addressed a similar problem, creating a drone to repair leaks in pipelines. The award is given during a two-day event, where entrants are judged and provide live demonstrations of their prototypes. The recognition is “a tangible outcome of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to make optimal use of innovation and technology for the service of humanity,” stated the UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs, His Excellency Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, according to an article by DRONETHUSIAST. Other past winners of the UAE Drones for Good Award include: 2016: BuilDrone (national category); Loon Copter (international category — USA) 2017: Smart Ring by Sanad Academy (national category); Nokia Saving Lives (international category) I am a journalist and drone pilot based in Missouri. I currently teach future drone pilots at the University of Missouri, where I am also studying for my master’s degree in documentary journalism. I am fascinated by the possibilities of drone use in film and journalistic projects, and am excited for opportunities to incorporate the medium into my own work. Instagram: @sarahsabatke #UAE #UAEDronesforGoodAward #UnitedArabEmirates #Flyability #Gimball #WadiDrones #education #healthcare #tourism #environment #disasterrelief #wildlifeconservation #LoonCopter #BuilDrone

Image Credit: Maddy Washburn There’s no doubt that new technology is helping us protect animals more effectively, and this is especially true for drones. Conservationists are saving time, money, and animals by using drones, which are smaller, easier to maneuver, and produce less noise than traditional methods of aerial monitoring. Drones have also proved themselves to be more accurate than people. As a result, conservationists are using drones more to track animals’ movements, record their population numbers, protect them from poachers, and more. Recently, beachgoers were able to witness how even an unsuspecting drone pilot could help protect wildlife. On April 20th, a female drone pilot (and Women Who Drone Ambassador) by the name of Maddy Washburn was able to use her drone piloting and photography skills to assist in the rescue of a whale. Through email, Maddy spoke with me and answered a few questions about herself and the rescue. Image Credit: Maddy Washburn Originally a hobbyist, Maddy Washburn is a Part 107 certified drone pilot from California who was able to accomplish something wonderful, just in time for Earth Day. While flying her drone at Dana Point Harbor, she spotted a young gray whale caught in gillnet and line. Upon realizing this, Maddy and her team contacted the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) rescue team and continued to track the whale until the rescue team arrived. Maddy started flying drones two years ago after seeing drone photos in her Instagram feed. Living on the coast, Maddy’s favorite places to shoot are at the beach and over oceans. Thus, she drives North and South to different beaches which she says allows her to capture the different vibes of each spot. At Dana Point, She had started the day with the goal of obtaining at least one good shot of a whale. Photographs of whales are especially popular right now and more prevalent since it's migration season. After only about 15-20 minutes on the water, she and her team heard there was a whale in the area. This situation was her first time capturing a wild animal on film, but she wishes it had been under better circumstances. In spite of the unfortunate situation, her experience is a testament to the value of drones in wildlife research and preservation. “I've been wanting to capture a whale for over a year now and while it was under incredibly sad circumstances, I'm so glad we were able to help by taking photos so the rescuers could see what his tale was tangled in without having to pull up alongside the whale and cause him for stress!” Screenshot of Maddy's Instagram Post When asked if she had ever heard about drones being used in animal rescues or preservation, Maddy had this to say: “I had honestly only read a few articles before this about how drones were being used in places like Africa to help catch poachers with thermal imaging which is amazing! Obviously, this isn't a feasible option here in California, but I would love to find other ways to get involved in animal rescue after experiencing this!” Maddy recalls that when she first started flying, she would never see other drones. With their popularity rapidly rising, she states that it’s not unusual for her to see another pilot when she’s out flying. With the growing number of drone pilots, it would likely be helpful if more of them were able to contribute to wildlife conservation endeavors. Even without a drone, there are ways that we, as citizens, can help keep animals and the environment safe and clean. In her interview, Maddy stated that the most important thing she took away from this experience was the importance of keeping our oceans clean and the impact waste, like nets, have on marine life. “I always try to be as eco-friendly as possible, but seeing the whale swim so slowly and seeing just HOW much rope was wrapped around his tail broke my heart. According to our captain, nearly 1,000 whales and dolphins die EVERY day around the world from being caught in nets so it opened my eyes as to how we need to be so much more aware of what we're throwing away and to never dump in our oceans.” You can read more about the whale rescue and whale entanglements here. I am a writer and an artist based in Georgia. Specializing in illustration, graphic design, and video art, I love to explore the new ways technology intersects with art. I think drones have done amazing things for photography and video art, making what would previously be costly and difficult more accessible. As a complete novice, it was only recently that I saw what independent artists could do with their drones, and I continue to be impressed by the sights that drones are able to explore and the images they can capture. Instagram: @tyesha.ferron #WhaleRescue #femaledronepilot #MaddyWashburn #animalconservation #aerialmonitoring #wildlifeconservation #EarthDay #part107certification #DanaPointHarbor #California #NationalOceanicandAtmosphericAdministration #NOAA #WWDBrandAmbassador #AnimalConservation #WildlifeConservation #Conservation #Wildlife #Animals #Environment #Environmentalism #AnimalTracking #AnimalRescue

Over the past few years, you may have noticed a trending headline that goes something like this, "Rare Drone Footage of/shows/captures ... " You may have noticed a few headlines with this pattern. "Rare Drone Footage" is a popular headline that articles often use when someone makes a discovery because of video/pictures taken by drones or captured a sight that is difficult to experience by other means. In spite of all our efforts, the world is still full of hard to reach areas and places yet to be explored. With drones being piloted from above and below, those places may be decreasing in supply and "rare" drone footage may become more common. It seems like most rare drone footage revolves around witnessing rare moments in marine life. Considering how little of the ocean we have been able to explore, this is understandable. According to the National Ocean Service, "More than eighty percent of our ocean is unmapped, unobserved, and unexplored." Thus, there are many new and exciting things that can be reported on. Through aerial recording, drones have captured rare appearances of blue whales and the hunting patterns of killer whales. Scientists have used underwater drones to track jellyfish blooms. With their compact designs and powerful cameras, drones are able to maneuver into places with minimal disturbances to wildlife unlike with a boat, car, or helicopter, which are cumbersome and noisy. Recent articles bearing the headline "Rare Drone Footage" report the recording of a secluded indigenous tribe in the Amazon rainforest. Researches with Brazil's agency for indigenous affairs (FUNAI) had been monitoring the tribe for some time, but last year was the first time they had captured them on camera, and it was by drone. The drone recorded an aerial view of members of the tribe walking through a deforested patch in indigenous territory. FUNAI works to ensure the protection of indigenous tribes, and it is their policy to not make contact with isolated tribes. Using a drone was the perfect move for observing this secluded culture without disturbing them. Another rare sight captured by drones was the effects of war on the people of Yemen. The headline reads "Rare drone footage captures life amid the rubble in war-torn city". Currently, Sanaa, the capital of Yemen is under rebel control. In June, the rebels gave Brazilian photojournalist Gabriel Chaim limited access to the area. While there, he was able to obtain drone footage of the damage the city had sustained from airstrikes. From ice fields to the bottom of the ocean, drones have opened up previously unexplored realms of possibilities. Drone technology is still being developed and adapted to withstand various environments. Soon, we'll even have drones we can use to explore outer space. There's no doubt that as drones continue to perform well in these areas, the headline "Rare Drone Footage" will become rarer. I am a writer and an artist based in Georgia. Specializing in illustration, graphic design, and video art, I love to explore the new ways technology intersects with art. I think drones have done amazing things for photography and video art, making what would previously be costly and difficult more accessible. As a complete novice, it was only recently that I saw what independent artists could do with their drones, and I continue to be impressed by the sights that drones are able to explore and the images they can capture. Instagram: @tyesha.ferron #DroneFootage #DroneTechnology #NOS #NationalOceanService #Whales #Jellyfish #IndigenousTribe #AmazonRainforest #Brazil #FUNAI #Yemen #Ocean

Photo Credit: Wix Stock Library Including the massive devastation wrought by the record-breaking wildfires of 2018, the environment is taking hits that are getting harder to come back from. Although wildfires are an annual occurrence in nature, there are times when mother nature needs a hand recovering from the damage. Unfortunately, the damage can be unpredictable and difficult to plan for. Fortunately, there’s innovative technology built to resolve such problems. In an interview with TechCrunch, CEO Grant Canary revealed that the idea of planting trees with drones was just one of many ideas he’d had for a sustainability-based startup. When his other ideas didn’t pan out, he researched tree planting and found the current methods to be outdated. That's where DroneSeed comes in. DroneSeed is a drone startup based in Seattle that was created with the intention of planting trees in land affected by wildfires. They mainly operate in the Western United States over land that spans more than 10,000 acres. When wildfires occur, the areas affected need to be replanted with native vegetation or else invasive weeds move in, throwing off the local ecosystem. This kind of work is typically done manually, but the labor is arduous, with a high turnover rate. DroneSeed advances post-fire forestry by employing artificial intelligence to manage drone swarms. They were the “first and only company” to have a license from the Federal Aviation Administration to operate multiple UAVs over 55 pounds. Their UAVs are “significantly modified” off-the-shelf drones equipped with “multispectral camera arrays, high-end lidar, six-gallon tanks of herbicide and proprietary seed dispersal mechanisms. They map and fumigate the affected area, then identify the ideal location to deploy their seed nutrition packages. They can plant all over the country but are only allowed to spray herbicides in a few states. The company has worked with state governments and 3 of the 5 largest timber companies in the US. In the future, they aim to work with prime contractors holding government contracts as well." Currently, they are hiring pilots, so if you're interested in doing important work that allows you to help the environment, consider filling out an application. To be a pilot for DroneSeed, you have to meet certain qualifications. Qualifications include a willingness to work in remote environments and travel regionally up to 50% - 75% of the time, you must be FAA Part 107 Certified and proficient in heavy-lift, multi-rotor UAS operations, and you must have deep UAS systems knowledge and functional expertise. If you meet those requirements, check out the others to see if you qualify. I am a writer and an artist based in Georgia. Specializing in illustration, graphic design, and video art, I love to explore the new ways technology intersects with art. I think drones have done amazing things for photography and video art, making what would previously be costly and difficult more accessible. As a complete novice, it was only recently that I saw what independent artists could do with their drones, and I continue to be impressed by the sights that drones are able to explore and the images they can capture. Instagram: @tyesha.ferron #TechCrunch #WOMENWHODRONE #womenwhodrone #droneenvironment #DroneSeed #dronesustainability #UAV #WildfireRecovery #WildlifeConservation #Conservation #Wildlife #Environment #Environmentalism #PlantingTrees #Climate #UAS #UnmannedAircraftSystems

Image Credit: Monica Walton (@monicawalton_ on Instagram) After enduring weeks of social distancing, self-isolation, and quarantine, Americans and people around the world are fighting — in the streets, at home, and online — to have their voices heard: Black Lives Matter. As we enter the second week of demonstrations, we have seen thousands of people have been protesting the impunity for police brutality and vigilantism perpetrated against black people in the United States. Following the senseless murders of Ahmaud Arbery, who was hunted and gunned down while jogging, and Breonna Taylor, who was murdered in her own home during a “no knock” raid, people were incensed by yet another video documenting the carelessness with which black bodies are handled by the police. None of these tragedies were presented with an opportunity to receive justice until their stories became well-known on the internet. In horror, we all had to watch as for 8 minutes and 46 seconds, George Floyd (unarmed and restrained) was forced to lay on the ground, struggling for breath as an officer, unwavering in his apathy, pressed his knee on Floyd’s neck. 8 minutes and 46 seconds. Despite concurrent worries about the still-active COVID-19 pandemics, knowledge of George Floyd’s death and the initial impunity of his murderers caused thousands of people to risk their lives and their health to march for his justice. Protests began in Minnesota on May 26th and have continued every day since, expanding to more cities around the world. Those who cannot march are showing their support in other ways. On June 2nd, people participated in Blackout Tuesday, where they abstained from posting personal content and instead posted black squares to make information about the movement stand out on people’s timelines. On various social media platforms, people shared their stories, instances of unjust encounters they have had with the police, and have used their platforms to speak out about injustice and the state of our country. Video Credit: Monica Walton In conjunction with these efforts, creators on social media are using their talents to show their support. On May 31st, Women Who Drone ambassador Monica Walton posted on her YouTube channel a video titled simply “Black Lives Matter”. In it, the audio of Ronald Vinson’s poem “Letter to Your Flag” plays over video and images of protests and police brutality. In her description, she writes, “I didn't create a video tutorial for Youtube this week. My heart has been breaking for George Floyd's family, for America, the chaos, the agony & the division in the world. I came across a poem on Youtube, by a talented young man named Ronald Vinson. He performed this a couple of years ago. We seem to be going backwards. Away from justice, away from peace & compassion - it moved me to create this video, to show what I can't find the words to say. #justiceforgeorge” Image Credit: Monica Walton (@monicawalton_ on Instagram) Monica Walton is a certified drone pilot and a Women Who Drone ambassador living in the Cayman Islands. Hopefully, her decision to use her voice by creating this video will help encourage others to feel free to do the same. You can learn more about the Black Lives Matter movement here. If you’d like to learn more about Monica, check out her Pilot Spotlight Video on our Facebook page or head to her Instagram. If you’d like to see what our other brand ambassadors have accomplished, check out our Pilot Spotlight series on our blog and Facebook page. A big part of helping the movement has been fundraising and sharing links for donations. Protests have been met with the various forms of retaliation and as a result, some people have been arrested for taking to the streets. According to BuzzFeed News, over 11,000 people have been arrested at protests across the United States. Many people, including celebrities, are offering up funds to help bail protesters out of jail. Some people are even offering legal counsel to those who have been arrested while protesting. People are also donating money to the Floyd family to support them in the wake of their tragedy. As of the writing of this article, the Official George Floyd Memorial Fund organized by Floyd’s brother has raised $13,019,800. If you’d like to help the movement monetarily, you can donate to these organizations or wherever you see your contribution making the most difference. You can also check out this guide to supporting black-owned small businesses published by The Finimpact Blog. Thank you for your support during these times. Stay safe and healthy. I am a writer and an artist based in Georgia. Specializing in illustration, graphic design, and video art, I love to explore the new ways technology intersects with art. I think drones have done amazing things for photography and video art, making what would previously be costly and difficult more accessible. As a complete novice, it was only recently that I saw what independent artists could do with their drones, and I continue to be impressed by the sights that drones are able to explore and the images they can capture. Instagram: @tyesha.ferron Tags: #BLM #BlackLivesMatter #2020protests #WWD #BrandAmbassadors #MonicaWalton #PilotSpotlight #GeorgeFloyd #BreonnaTaylor #AhmaudArbery #BlackoutTuesday #JusticeForGeorge #WomenWhoDroneCommunity