The ins and outs of drone safety

Understanding how birds interact with drones

In this episode, our guest Evie explore with us the fascinating ways birds respond to drones in their environment. From territorial behaviours in the air to potential interactions on the ground, we dive into the science behind birds reactions to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Join us as we discuss the potential impacts of drones on birds lifestyle, how drones can be used in better ways to respect wildlife's needs, and the resources and best practices that are available for pilots to learn and adapt their workflow from. Website & Apps resources: Birdlife Australia https://birdlife.org.au/ [https://birdlife.org.au/] Ebird https://ebird.org/home [https://ebird.org/home] Civil Aviation Safety Authority https://www.casa.gov.au/operations-safety-and-travel/safety-management-systems/sector-safety-risk-profiles/controlled-aerodromes-sector-safety-risk-profile/issue-wildlife#Whatcanaerodromeoperatorsandairlinescando? [https://www.casa.gov.au/operations-safety-and-travel/safety-management-systems/sector-safety-risk-profiles/controlled-aerodromes-sector-safety-risk-profile/issue-wildlife#Whatcanaerodromeoperatorsandairlinescando?] Australian Aviation wildlife hazard group https://aawhg.org/ [https://aawhg.org/] AAWHG recommended practises page https://aawhg.org/resources/ [https://aawhg.org/resources/] Wildlife Risk assessment analysis https://aawhg.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/rp-1.3-wildlife-risk-assessment-and-analysis-final.pdf [https://aawhg.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/rp-1.3-wildlife-risk-assessment-and-analysis-final.pdf] Articles about birds and drone usage that are worth a read. - Lyons, Mitchell & Brandis, Kate & Callaghan, Corey & McCann, Justin & Mills, Charlotte & Ryall, Sharon & Kingsford, Richard. (2017). Bird interactions with drones, from individuals to large colonies. 10.1101/109926. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/345754945_Bird_interactions_with_drones_from_individuals_to_large_colonies [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/345754945_Bird_interactions_with_drones_from_individuals_to_large_colonies] - Wilson, J. P., Amano, T., & Fuller, R. A. (2023). Drone-induced flight initiation distances for shorebirds in mixed-species flocks. Journal of Applied Ecology, 60, 1816–1827. https://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2664.14467 [https://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2664.14467] https://besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1365-2664.14467 [https://besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1365-2664.14467] - Brisson-Curadeau, É., Lacombe, R., Gousy-Leblanc, M., Poirier, V., Jackson, L., Petalas, C., Miranda, E., Eby, A., Baak, J., Léandri-Breton, D.-J., Choy, E., Legros, J., Tranze-Drabinia, E. and Elliott, K.H. (2024), A meta-analysis of the impact of drones on birds. Front Ecol Environ e2809. https://doi.org/10.1002/fee.2809 [https://doi.org/10.1002/fee.2809] https://esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/fee.2809 [https://esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/fee.2809] - Antonio Cantu de LeijaORCID, Rostam E. Mirzadi, Jessica M. Randall, Maxwell D. PortmannORCID, Erin J. Mueller, Dale E. Gawlik(2023) A meta-analysis of disturbance caused by drones on nesting birds. https://doi.org/10.5751/JFO-00259-940203 [https://doi.org/10.5751/JFO-00259-940203] https://journal.afonet.org/vol94/iss2/art3/ [https://journal.afonet.org/vol94/iss2/art3/]

The ins and outs of drone safety

What are the processes and methodologies behind Misheye's drone work? What allows us to operate in specific conditions such as night time? How are we allowed to fly close to airport? Can we actually fly above people? In this episode, Raymond and Noellie highlight some key elements of what it takes to legally operate drones as a business in Australia. Mentioned in this video: Brett Conyers : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4WFCodpLXU

The creation of Misheye's drone department

In this episode, we are reminiscing about the creation and history of Misheye's drone department, tracing back from the year our team received full licensing from CASA to the present day, where we seamlessly integrate aerial views into our visual storytelling on a weekly basis. Start a conversation: ⁠https://www.misheye.com/⁠ [https://www.misheye.com/] Misheye on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/misheye_image/⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/misheye_image/] Misheye on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/misheye-image/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/misheye-image/?originalSubdomain=au]

Introduction to Misheye Image and Film Crew Ahead

In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Christian Pearson, Misheye image's founder and current Managing Director. An experienced photographer with 25+ years experience Christian's vision has shaped Misheye into its present form. When, why and how did Misheye originate from Christian's creative mind? Furthermore, how did this evolve into a functioning business over time amidst the constant evolution of the imaging industry? To answer these questions and more, Christian shares with us the story of bringing Misheye image to life. Start a conversation: https://www.misheye.com/ [https://www.misheye.com/] Misheye on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/misheye_image/⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/misheye_image/] Misheye on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/misheye-image/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/misheye-image/?originalSubdomain=au]