In 2002 the US Forest Service began training me as an agency pilot. I obtained my Part 107 in March of 2002 and spent most of the year training on multiple agency aircraft and flying on agency incidents. I continue to train and fly missions for my employer. I purchased my own private drone in Late 2002 after flying some older DJI drones that had been given to me. I am always looking for an opportunity to improve my skills and I enjoy a challenge. I have a background as a hobbyist photographer that allows me a different perspective through the lens of the drone.