Parrot is a European group, founded in 1994, that specializes in drone technology, offering end-to-end solutions from hardware and software to services. While initially focused on consumer drones, Parrot has shifted its focus to the commercial drone space, developing solutions for sectors like agriculture, defense, and infrastructure inspection. Their products include drones like the ANAFI USA, and sensors like the Parrot Sequoia, which are used in various applications including precision agriculture and data collection for governmental agencies.
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Skyfire Drone Academy is an official Parrot certified training partner, focusing on manufacturer-level training for Parrot government and military systems.
Graduates of the Skyfire Drone Academy program will receive a Parrot Professional Pilot Certificate.
Skyfire's training includes platform-specific training on the Parrot Anafi Mil aircraft and advanced mission-specific training.
The Parrot ANAFI Ai is designed to enhance speed and efficiency for professional photogrammetry, mapping, inspection, and surveying missions.
Parrot will begin shipping its ANAFI Ai drone in January from $4,000, excluding taxes.
Parrot partnered with Skyfire, Unmanned Safety Institute, and Rocky Mountain Unmanned Solutions to provide training for ANAFI USA and ANAFI Ai users.
Parrot’s hands-on, real-world flight exercises are intended to provide professional pilots with the confidence and skills to successfully operate ANAFI USA and ANAFI Ai systems.
The ground component of the Parrot Professional Pilot Certificate provides foundational knowledge for operating in the National Airspace System, familiarity with the ANAFI USA or ANAFI Ai platforms, and the skills required to start flight training.
Skyfire's training includes specialty education, training, and experience on the Parrot ANAFI USA and Parrot ANAFI Ai UAV systems.
Skyfire Consulting has teamed up with Parrot to offer drone training as one of the first Official Parrot Certified training partners.
Skyfire Consulting will provide official manufacturer-level training on Parrot government, military, and civilian systems.
Skyfire will offer level 1 certifications for Parrot owners and add additional training modules over the next several months.
Parrot ANAFI Ai is a compact professional drone built for work with an open source app and autonomous 1 click photogrammetry.
Parrot’s Founder and CEO, Henri Seydoux, emphasizes that cellular connectivity is becoming the standard for professional drones.
Parrot implemented streaming software that optimizes definition and frame rate based on network quality.
Verizon, Parrot, and Skyward announced an exclusive partnership to provide the first 4G LTE connected drone solution in the United States.
Parrot ANAFI Ai pilots can subscribe to a paid account or a free trial of the Skyward Connected Drone Solution.
Parrot ANAFI Ai can capture 4K 60fps video and has a flight time of up to 32 minutes.
Parrot ANAFI Ai includes an embedded Secure Element that secures the 4G LTE link between the drone and the user’s device.
Parrot ANAFI Ai aims to set new standards for drones used professionally through its 4G LTE connectivity.