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Administration Sets Lofty Goal to Ramp Up U.S. Drone Production By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With its two recent executive orders the Trump administration has set a lofty goal of establishing the United States as a world leader in drone manufacturing. Industry leaders praised the administration’s ambitious agenda, which includes: expediting the creation of […]
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Spanish firm to provide resilient guidance and navigation systems for next-gen tactical VTOL dron UAV Navigation Selected for Key Role in VANTAGE Defense Project UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía has been selected as a core technology provider for the VANTAGE project, a major European initiative to develop advanced tactical VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) unmanned aerial vehicles. […]
When you think “drone landing pad,” chances are you picture the standard blue or orange foldable discs marked with a giant “H.” Functional? Sure. But fun? Not so much. And that’s just not my style. I’d much rather have a custom drone landing pad.
That’s exactly what I got from Premium Drone Supplies, which is taking drone launchpads from utilitarian to totally personalized. The company now offers custom printed drone landing pads. And yes, I tested one out. Here’s everything you need to know.
What is the custom drone landing pad like?
The landing pad is a 22″ x 22″ square (that’s 55.88 cm for the metric folks) made of 13 oz vinyl. That size is ideal for most standard camera drones like the DJI Mavic, Mini, and Air lines. The pad comes with corner grommet holes and metal stakes. Those are a critical inclusion because without them, this lightweight vinyl would likely fly off in a gust of wind faster than your drone can lift off.
The printing is weatherproof and really does feel durable. I tested mine on both dry grass and light gravel, and it held up well.
Custom printing process: super easy, surprisingly picky (in a good way)
Uploading your design is simple, and you can print just about anything — a family photo, your dog, a favorite aerial shot or maybe your company’s logo.
I tested mine out with a few Drone Girl logos. Initially I tried a few images that were too small. Happily, the site’s system warned me right away — and made it easy to try again. The site recommends a minimum image size of 3000 pixels for the sharpest results. Once I uploaded a high-res file, the process was smooth, and my landing pad came out super crisp and vibrant. I almost don’t want to set it on dirt because of how beautiful it is!
How it arrived + portability
The landing pad ships rolled up in a tube — kind of like a poster. That tube’s now doubling as my carry case, and it’s way more convenient than those bulky fold-up pads with metal wireframes that never seem to collapse properly. This vinyl version rolls back up easily, so it’s perfect for tossing in your drone bag.
The good and the meh
What I loved:
You can design it with literally anything. Mine features one of my favorite Drone Girl logo designs which I’ve been using for years as my iPhone screen background (and yes I offer multiple logo designs as free desktop and phone wallpapers).
The edges seemed a bit roughly cut, which doesn’t affect performance but slightly undercuts the otherwise high-quality feel.
It’s still about 3x the price of a generic landing pad. If you prioritize price, you’ll be fine with a $15 drone landing pad from Amazon. With this custom drone landing pad, you’re paying for the cute factor.
Want to win your own custom drone landing pad? I’m giving away 10 in a contest!
I’m hosting a giveaway on Instagram, and it’s super simple to enter:
I will randomly draw five winners! If you win, you AND your tagged friend will each get a free coupon code (I’ve got 10 total to give away) to design your own custom landing pad from Premium Drone Supplies.
Deadline to enter: Sunday, June 22 at 12 p.m. PT Winners will be notified by Instagram DM
Whether you want your drone to land on your dog’s face, your company logo, or your own drone photography, these pads are a rad way to add personality to your takeoffs and landings.
Now go fly your drone somewhere awesome — and land in style.
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– UAV Navigation, a division of Grupo Oesía specializing in advanced guidance, navigation, and control solutions, has been selected as a key technology provider for the European VANTAGE project. This ambitious initiative, funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF), aims to develop the next generation of tactical VTOL unmanned aerial systems for European defense. Coordinated […]
– Leonardo and Baykar officially announced the name of the joint venture as LBA Systems on its X account. LBA Systems is set to make its debut during Paris Airshow 2025 to take place on 16-22 June. Baykar CTO Selçuk Bayraktar and Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani emphasised that LBA Systems will combine both firms’ strengths. […]
– Cambridge Pixel has announced its recent collaboration with OpenWorks Engineering, renowned for innovative optical systems and counter-UAS technology. The partnership combines OpenWorks’ advanced optical tracking system, Vision Flex, with its radar processing software and system engineering expertise to deliver tailored counter-drone systems that meet the operational needs of multiple European police forces. As the […]
– Stark Flight, a provider of agricultural drone technology, has announced the launch of its advanced drone platform, designed to transform modern farming with unparalleled precision, cost savings, and environmental benefits. This innovative solution empowers farmers, agribusinesses, and researchers to optimize crop management, reduce operational costs, and promote sustainable practices in an era of increasing […]
