Bird's-eye views with a drone

A quadcopter drone operated by a photojournalist with an FAA remote pilot certificate for commercial use demonstrates the Southeast Missourian's commitment to serve its readers with new technology.

Keeping the drone in sight and flying no higher than 400 feet, drone journalism provides a unique perspective in visual storytelling.

For example, traffic roundabouts are a recent development in Cape Girardeau, but decades ago one was constructed and named Circle Park in Chaffee, Missouri. A view from above with a drone spies on motorists below.

Humans can now experience a view that birds take for granted. Seeing the big picture is a possibility.