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Drones are changing the way public safety teams, government agencies, and businesses work, but understanding FAA rules, training requirements, and operational best practices can feel overwhelming. The Red Raven Podcast simplifies it all.
Each episode explores topics like Part 107 licensing, DFR workflows, airspace basics, program setup, safety standards, and how organizations across the country are using drones to work faster, safer, and smarter.
If you're preparing for your Part 107 exam, launching a drone program, or looking to strengthen your team's skills, this podcast gives you the information you need to get started the right way.
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The platforms that defined professional drone operations are being retired. No domestic manufacturer is ready to fill the gap DJI is leaving. And this week, real-world deployments — from a Texas suburb pushing back on delivery drones to an Oregon sheriff's office making a hit-and-run arrest from the air — showed exactly where the industry stands. In this episode, we break down: • Why no domestic manufacturer is ready to replace DJI at scale — and what the January 2027 deadline means for ope...
The drone era isn't coming — it arrived this week. The U.S. government declared drone dominance a national priority. Sophisticated swarms penetrated a nuclear base for a week. And traditional aerospace giants are betting everything on autonomous systems. In this episode, we break down: • Why the FCC's "drone dominance" proceeding matters for every operator • The Barksdale Air Force Base drone incursions — what happened and why it matters • Manna's $50M raise and what it signals about drone ...
Your agency just approved a $3,000 drone purchase. It arrives Tuesday. By Wednesday, it's sitting in a supply closet — because nobody is FAA-certified to fly it, nobody wrote the policies, and nobody planned for anything beyond unboxing day. Sound familiar? In this episode, we break down: • Why a drone purchase and a drone program are two completely different things • The five major cost categories every program needs to budget for — and the real dollar ranges • The hidden costs that show u...
Your utility bought the drones. Your pilots passed their Part 107 exams. Management signed off on the budget. And then six months later, the inspection data is sitting on a hard drive that nobody's opened, the maintenance team doesn't trust the imagery, and leadership is asking where the ROI went. This is one of the most common patterns we see in utility drone programs: organizations that invest in the right equipment and still don't get the results they were expecting. The gap isn't the tech...
Your fire department finally got the budget. The drone is state of the art. Your pilots passed their Part 107 exams. Leadership put out a press release. And then, at 2 AM, the first real structure fire call drops — and things quietly fall apart. The pilot freezes on the thermal read. The incident commander waves it off. The footage is useless. And nobody really knows what went wrong. This is one of the most common — and most dangerous — patterns in fire department drone programs today: mistak...
Airspace is the “final boss” of the FAA Part 107 exam — not because it’s impossible, but because most people try to memorize it instead of understanding the system. In this episode, we break airspace down into a simple, repeatable framework: controlled vs. uncontrolled (permission vs. no permission). We walk through the airspace classes you actually need for Part 107, show how LAANC makes authorization simple, and explain how to read sectional charts faster by focusing on what the colors and ...
The FAA Part 107 exam is the #1 gatekeeper to flying drones professionally. And in 2026, Remote ID and night operations updates make “old advice” risky. In this episode, we demystify the Part 107 test (it’s a knowledge exam, not a flight test), explain what’s on it, and give you a realistic study strategy you can follow with confidence. If you’re studying right now, this episode gives you a clear path and a readiness benchmark so you know exactly when to schedule your test. We cover: What the...
Headlines are calling it a DJI ban. The reality is more specific, and it matters for anyone buying drones in the United States. In this episode, we break down what the FCC’s latest move actually does, what it does not do, and how to make smart decisions right now if you are a hobbyist, a small drone business, or an agency building an enterprise UAS program. We explain what “FCC equipment authorization” means in plain English, why this is not an FAA flight ban, and what the real risk is for th...
This episode explains how fire departments are using drones as a powerful force multiplier to improve safety, protect personnel, and make better decisions at every stage of an incident. The conversation covers how aerial overwatch strengthens Incident Command by revealing roof conditions, escape routes, fire spread, and structural risk in real time. The hosts walk through key use cases, including structure fires, wildfires, search and rescue, and hazmat responses. They also explain the ...
This episode explains how Drone as First Responder programs are changing emergency response across the country. The conversation covers how DFR works, why agencies are adopting it, and the impact it has on response times, scene awareness, safety, and resource allocation. The hosts discuss common questions from administrators, including cost, training requirements, regulatory pathways, and what it takes to launch a program the right way. This episode is designed for city leadership...
This episode breaks down exactly what the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate is, why it exists, and who needs it. The conversation covers the history of Part 107, the legal requirements to fly commercially, what the exam includes, and how to prepare the right way. The hosts explain the full process from start to finish, including registration, TSA vetting, testing requirements, and renewal. This episode is designed for anyone who wants to fly drones for their department, busine...
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