FAA Part 107 Test Prep Class

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Looking for an alternative to online Part 107 Commercial Drone Class?   Join our in-person FAA Part 107 Test Prep Class on Saturday, November 8th from 9 AM to Noon in Overland Park, KS.  For $150 per person, attend the Drone Services of KC instructor-led session, where you will receive clear explanations, real-world examples, and…

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Cowboy Town

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 One of the great features of Powder Creek Shooting Park is “Cowboy Town” where you can live out your own spaghetti western and try your hand at “Three Gun.” Six shooters, lever action rifle and the old side by side coach gun. Great action and great people IN CHARACTER bringing the Old West alive! Here’s…

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Buck O’Neil Mural- Elevating Local Art From Above

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We’re thrilled to share our latest aerial video featuring the brand-new Buck O’Neil Bridge mural, painted by the incredibly talented Phil “Sike Style” Shafer (@sikestyle). This stunning 4,000‑square‑foot tribute animates the south end of the bridge at Broadway & 3rd—and it’s now a new landmark to explore. Massive thanks to @sikestyle and his sponsors for…

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Transforming a Landmark

Historic Aladdin Hotel exterior view

 The historic Aladdin Hotel in downtown KC is undergoing a major transformation. Originally built in 1925, this landmark is being converted into 122 apartments, aiming to offer affordable housing options for residents across the KC metro area. The renovation project, led by Molzer Development, includes plans to restore the building’s original design elements while incorporating…

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I HAD NO IDEA…

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I HAD NO IDEA… I had no idea how many people were out there with really nice drones just… sitting in the closet. Older models. Un-flown Christmas gifts. Drones grounded by firmware bugs, controller mismatches, or setup confusion. For most owners, they’re just taking up space. But for me? It’s a problem I love to…

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Coming Full Circle at Azura Amphitheater

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Forty years ago, I got my first summer job straight out of high school at what was then called Sandstone Amphitheater. I made lifelong friends, learned teamwork, and even how to survive a sudden summer thunderstorm (remember that Moody Blues show?). By my final summer, I’d just been accepted to the Air Force Academy—with only…

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Insurance Inspections and Documentation With Digitized Solutions

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 In today’s evolving insurance landscape, precision, speed, and safety aren’t just advantages—they’re expectations. Elevate your claims and repair documentation workflow with a combined tech strategy: Drone Roof Inspections – Safe, Swift & Strategic Safety first: Reduce rooftop hazards—no ladders, no risk. Drones enable faster, safer data capture and can boost claim processing by up to…

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Bids and Project Updates with LiDAR 2D Floorplans and 3D Tours

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In the competitive world of architecture and construction, precision and clarity can set your firm apart. Drone Services of Kansas City now uses the PLANIX R1 camera to offer a powerful solution for capturing detailed interior spaces, especially when drone usage isn’t feasible due to safety, insurance requirements or regulatory constraints. Key Advantages: -Comprehensive Interior…

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Why Construction Sites Across Kansas City Are Turning to Drones

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Kansas City is growing fast—and so is the demand for smarter, faster, and more accurate construction site management. That’s why construction firms, developers, and architects across the metro area are turning to professional drone services for everything from aerial photography to 3D site mapping and volumetric measurements. At Drone Services of Kansas City (DSKC), we provide FAA-licensed,…

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