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Capturing Stunning Drone Photos and Video Just Got Easier with New Technology from Skydio

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It is hard to deny that some of the most astounding photos and videography come from those captured with a drone. Sure, those POV and follow-camera shots are nice, but they just can’t capture the incredible angles and perspective that a drone can. Drone technology is continuously changing, and no other company is offering best-in-class software like Skydio. New features […]
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Drones to the Rescue? How Drones are Changing the Landscape of High Mountain Rescue Efforts

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Imagine for a moment that you were this unfortunate snowboarder trapped on the side of a cliff for two hours, frightened, cold, and not understanding what’s going to happen next?  Related: Snowboarder trapped on cliff-face at Whistler Blackcomb Now imagine how it might feel to be in that same position (yes as frightening as it was!) but also able to […]
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Drone Used at 27,560-Feet to Help Rescue Climber Presumed Dead on Broad Peak Near K2

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Accomplished climber Rick Allen was reported missing, presumed dead, after summiting Broad Peak, the world’s 12th highest mountain, until a Japanese cook spotted a rucksack moving. A drone was then used at 27,560-feet (a world record?) to help locate and return him to base camp, mostly unhurt. Yesterday just as @fredrikstrang and I were about to leave after a night at camp […]
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