From St. Lucia to the Skies: A Drone Pilot's Journey - Keitel Small's Story

12/12/24 • 89 min

In this episode of the Pilots of the Caribbean podcast, we sit down with Keitel Small, an expert drone pilot and engineer. Keitel shares his passion for technology, his early experiences and his journey into the world of RC planes, drones, and the film industry. From teaching kids how to use computers at a young age to working on major TV productions like The Walking Dead, Keitel's story is a testament to dedication and seizing opportunities. He also delves into his current work with military drone engineering and custom builds, offering a fascinating insight into the future of drone technology.
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From Monotony to Mastery: Omari Rankine on Building a Drone Empire 🇰🇾

Ep.21 - In this episode, Alan sits down with Omari Rankin, CEO of the Cayman Drone Company, to discuss his transition from a senior engineering role at Digicel to pioneering the drone industry in the Cayman Islands. Omari shares the challenges and triumphs of starting his drone business, insights into working with high-end production companies, and the intricacies of the drone regulations in the Cayman Islands. Listen as Omari also sheds light on the services his company offers, including 5K filming, thermal inspections, search and rescue, and mapping projects. This episode provides a detailed look at the emerging drone industry and the dedication required to succeed in this innovative field.
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December 2024: Caribbean Drone News

Welcome to the December 2024 episode of Monthly Caribbean Drone News! This month, we cover four major stories: a near collision between a passenger plane and a drone in Trinidad, Belize's Coast Guard deploying a new drone squadron, mandatory drone operation training for employees of Curaçao's Ministry of Traffic, Transportation, and Urban Planning, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines' first drone light show during a T20 cricket match. Tune in for these updates and more!
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Links to this month's stories:
Drone Near-Miss Threatens Passenger Plane
Belize Deploys Drone Squadron on Its Borders
Mandatory drone operation training for Ministry employees
First–Ever Drone Show to Light Up T20 Cricket Match