Arcosanti | Drone Zone
For this week's edition of Drone Zone, we take a look at Arcosanti, an experimental town about 70 miles north of Phoenix. The town aims to demonstrate sustainable urban living by integrating energy-efficient structures with the natural environment. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Joe Tillman has more.
Take a hike | Drone Zone
FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman lace up their hiking boots and showcase two popular trails in Arizona. Also, the Drone Zone show is crashed by special guests, FOX 10 anchors John Hook and Christina Carilla, who join the fun!
Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery | Drone Zone
In this Drone Zone we head north to Payson and visit Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery. The hatchery produces about 50,000 pounds of trout yearly or about 15% of all trout in Arizona. Drone Pilot Brian Kae has more in this week's edition of Drone Zone.
Keep calm & kayak on | Drone Zone
The Drone Zone celebrates 10 episodes with a new look! Also, FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman take a drone, a paddle and kayak down the Verde River in Clarkdale, AZ.
Painted Sky Park | Drone Zone
Painted Sky Park is a new park in Apache Junction, and it features a one-and-a-half acre lake for catch and release fishing, as well as several walking paths. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Drone Tillman has more, in this week's edition of Drone Zone.
Lights, camera, action! | Drone Zone Ep. 9
Lights, camera, action! Over 500 movies and television shows have been shot at Old Tucson Movie Studios since its inception in 1939. FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman drone and talk about this historic film set that brings the Old West to life. Quiet on the set
Desert Botanical Garden's Light Bloom | Drone Zone
The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix has a new exhibit called 'Light Bloom.' It's comprised of more than 30 geometric light sculptures throughout the garden, and when the sun goes down, the exhibit illuminates the desert landscape in a new way. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Brian Kae has more, in this week's edition of Drone Zone.
Off-road adventures | Drone Zone Ep. 8
FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman go off road and bring the drone along! See the beauty of the Sonoran Desert from a drone's perspective.
Mother Nature's Farm | Drone Zone
For this week's edition of Drone Zone, we are flying over the family-owned and operated Mother Nature's Farm in Gilbert. They've got a pumpkin patch, hay rides, straw maze, and tons of other Halloween activities. In addition, Mother Nature's Farm is an animal sanctuary where people can feed all sorts of farm animals. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Brian Kae has more.
Sedona the beautiful | Drone Zone Ep. 7
Sedona is one of the most visited destinations in Arizona. From a jeep tour alongside the picturesque red rocks to the chapel built into the rock; FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman talk about one of their favorite places to drone, Sedona.
Fall festivities at Schnepf Farms | Drone Zone
Every October, Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek gets in the Fall festivities with their pumpkin and chili party, where people can pick a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch, navigate through a corn maze, and much more. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Joe Tillman shows us more, in this week's edition of Drone Zone.
I want to be a cowboy | Drone Zone Ep. 6
Giddy up! FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman are back in the saddle. They talk about droning horseback riding and two popular Arizona dude ranches.
Apple Annie's Orchard | Drone Zone
The Drone Zone Fall Fest continues this week. We're heading to Willcox to check out Apple Annie's Orchard. While there, you can pick from a dozen different types of apples and other fruits straight from the tree. And, of course, it's not October without a pumpkin patch and corn maze. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Brian Kae gives us a unique view of the orchard.
Cloudy with a chance of drones | Drone Zone Ep. 5
Throughout the year, Arizona weather varies from monsoon storms to snow in the high country, extreme heat and bitter cold. FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman talk about how the forecast can have an impact on a drone flight.
Alcantara Vineyard & Winery | Drone Zone
Even though our temperatures are not cooperating this October, we're bringing you the Drone Zone Fall Fest showcasing places across Arizona to enjoy the fall season. We're going to Alcantara Vineyard in Camp Verde. It has has over 20,000 vines and offers 17 different varietals. There, you can sip wine and eat a charcuterie board all while surrounded by the peaceful landscape of the Verde Valley. You can experience the vineyard in a different way, too, by going on a Jeep tour. FOX 10 Photojournalist Brian Kae shows us Arizona wine country from up above.
Parks and Rec | Drone Zone Ep. 4
There are so many fantastic parks in Phoenix and the surrounding area. FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman show and talk about the best places to get outside and play.
Apache Wash Trailhead | Drone Zone
For this week's edition of Drone Zone, we are taking a look at the Apache Wash Trailhead in North Phoenix. Known for its relatively flat dirt path, the trail is a favorite among hikers and bikers, making it an accessible and enjoyable route for all skill levels. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Joe Tillman has more.
Feels like the first time | Drone Zone Ep. 3
FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman go back and rewatch their first drone zone flights. They discuss Meteor Crater in Northern Arizona and a vintage World War II plane in South Phoenix.
Tempe Town Lake | Drone Zone
Tempe Town Lake, which is located is the heart of Tempe, is a popular recreational area. Spanning more than two miles and created from a dammed section of the Salt River, the lake offers scenic views and a wide range of activities. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Brian Kae has more on the lake, in this week's edition of Drone Zone.
Vulture City | Drone Zone Ep. 2
The Ghost Town of Vulture City in Wickenburg, AZ has a rich history. FOX 10 drone pilots Brian Kae and Joe Tillman talk about droning the abandoned mining town and show scenes from the Wickenburg Marshalls shoot out.