Listen "YDQA: Ep 100- "How Are Drone Tethers Being Used?""
Episode Synopsis
Welcome back to Your Drone Questions. Answered. In this episode, we're diving into the exciting world of tethered drones—how they're being used today and where they're headed in the future.We cover:What tethered drones are and how they differ from traditional UAVsLegal and regulatory considerations in the U.S. as of Q1 2025The main benefits of tethering (continuous power, data streaming, mobility)Real-world use cases: public safety, temporary security, event coverage, and broadcastFreefly’s innovative Flying Sun product for mobile aerial lightingChallenges and technical lessons from building tethered drone systemsThe future of tether tech, including UI/UX advancements and industry-specific solutions