At XYZ Aerial Services I was responsible for both fixed‑wing and multirotor UAVs.

I needed to match each drone to the appropriate mission—surveying, inspection, or cinematography.

I maintained FAA Part 107 certification, completed type‑rating courses for the DJI Matrice 300 RTK (multirotor) and the senseFly eBee X (fixed‑wing), and logged flight hours in each platform.

Our team reduced project turnaround by 30% because we could select the optimal platform for each job, and we passed all client audits with zero compliance issues.

For a large‑scale agricultural survey at GreenFields Co., I was tasked with capturing NDVI data over 500 acres.

Develop a comprehensive flight plan that ensured data quality while adhering to safety regulations.

I used GIS software to map the area, calculated flight lines with 70% overlap, performed a full pre‑flight checklist (battery health, sensor calibration, firmware version), filed a NOTAM with the FAA, and coordinated with the ground crew for a clear take‑off zone.

The mission completed in 2.5 hours, captured 98% usable data, and the client reported a 15% increase in yield prediction accuracy.

While working for AeroInspect, I regularly flew in urban environments where Part 107 rules are strictly enforced.

Maintain full compliance for every flight to avoid violations and ensure safety.

I kept my remote pilot certificate current, performed daily pre‑flight checks, logged all flights in the required logbook, adhered to the 400‑ft altitude limit, maintained line‑of‑sight, and used the FAA’s B4UFLY app to verify airspace restrictions before each sortie.

Over 12 months we recorded zero FAA violations and received commendations from local authorities for safe operations.

During a rooftop inspection for a telecom client, the wind gusts suddenly exceeded the UAV’s safe operating limit.

Immediately ensure the safety of the aircraft, crew, and surrounding property.

I initiated an emergency hover, communicated the condition to the ground crew, and executed a controlled return‑to‑home (RTH) using the drone’s built‑in failsafe. Simultaneously, I logged the incident and later conducted a post‑flight risk assessment.

The drone landed safely without damage, the client praised our quick response, and we updated our SOP to include real‑time wind monitoring, reducing similar incidents by 40%.

While conducting a pipeline inspection, the UAV entered a canyon where GPS signal degraded.

Maintain control of the aircraft and safely complete or abort the mission.

I switched to manual flight mode, relied on visual line‑of‑sight, and used the drone’s optical flow sensors to stabilize. I communicated the issue to the ground crew, kept the aircraft within a safe radius, and later reviewed the flight data to assess GPS‑drop zones.

The UAV was safely recovered without incident, and we added GPS‑shadow maps to future flight plans, preventing similar issues.

A developer needed a 3D model of a 2‑acre site for a design review scheduled in 48 hours.

Deliver a high‑resolution orthomosaic and point cloud on time without compromising accuracy.

I assembled a two‑person team: one pilot and one data specialist. We selected the DJI Matrice 300 RTK with a L1 LiDAR sensor for rapid data capture, pre‑programmed overlapping flight lines to achieve 2 cm GSD, and used a portable base station for RTK corrections. After the flight, the data specialist processed the data using Pix4Dmapper on a high‑performance laptop, performing quality checks before delivery.

We delivered the final 3D model within 36 hours, meeting the client’s deadline. The client praised the accuracy (≤ 2 cm) and awarded us a follow‑up contract for future phases.

Our marketing team wanted aerial footage for a product launch but had no technical background.

Translate their creative vision into a feasible flight plan and deliver usable footage.

I held a discovery meeting to understand their visual goals, explained UAV capabilities in plain language, and proposed a flight path that captured the required angles while staying within regulatory limits. I provided a simple storyboard and scheduled a live demo for the team.

The final video exceeded expectations, increased social media engagement by 45%, and the marketing team now regularly consults me for UAV‑related projects.

During a real‑estate aerial survey, the client requested additional close‑up shots of a newly built annex that wasn't in the original plan.

Incorporate the new shots without exceeding the battery budget or violating airspace rules.

I paused the mission, re‑programmed the flight path on the tablet to add a low‑altitude waypoint over the annex, verified that the new segment stayed within the 400‑ft limit, and swapped to a spare battery to maintain flight time. I kept the client updated via live video feed.

The client received the complete set of images within the original delivery window, and the flexibility earned us a repeat contract for future property listings.