Flight / Views / Drone Study
Drone study, elevated views, airspace notes, aerial photography ideas, flight observations, and the process of learning to work safely and legally from above.
Current path
I’m currently studying for Part 107 certification through Pilot Institute. Right now I’m in the early course material, covering the basics of aircraft theory and aerodynamics — things like thrust, lift, and the forces that make flight possible.
The plan is to work through it steadily over the next month or two. The goal is not just to pass a test, but to understand enough to fly safely, plan properly, and make better aerial photos and videos.
I have filmed from my drone, but I’m keeping that footage private for now. Because drone footage can quickly move from recreational use into Part 107 territory — especially when tied to public content, business use, promotion, or monetized platforms — I’m waiting until I’m certified before sharing drone footage publicly.
Studying through Pilot Institute as part of the path toward becoming a Part 107 certified drone operator.
Working through the early aircraft theory material, including the basics of aerodynamics, thrust, lift, and how aircraft actually stay in the air.
The goal is to work steadily through the course over the next month or two, building understanding instead of just cramming answers.
Views from above
A small collection of higher-perspective photos: aircraft-window views, tall-building shots, overlooks, future drone images, and anything else where the world looks better from above.
Tall Building
A view from the top of the Old Post Office, looking across the city from a perspective you do not get at street level.
Aircraft Window
Clouds, terrain, roads, weather, and the strange patterns that only really show up from the air.
Drone
Drone photos and video are staying private until Part 107 certification is complete and public use can be handled properly.
Working through the Remote Pilot certification material, starting with the building blocks: aircraft theory, flight forces, weather, airspace, charts, and safe decision-making.
Flight practice, camera control, smooth movement, shot planning, legal boundaries, and building habits that keep the aircraft, the footage, and everyone nearby in one piece.
Drone footage, plane-window views, tall-building perspectives, overlooks, and any other moment where the world looks better from higher up.
Future photo and video concepts, small-town flythrough planning, location notes, route ideas, and visual storytelling from a higher angle.
Coming notes
This section will grow as the studying, flying, planning, and camera work develop. Some notes will be technical, some visual, and some will probably be reminders that the sky has rules and the FAA owns a very large clipboard.