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As commercial drone pilots, we are all in it for the money. There is no need for a Part 107 license unless you wanted to trade your skills on the sticks and behind the lens for some profit. 

Once you have your license, the next challenge is finding work. If you are new to the industry, there...

Passing the Part 107 for the first time is an exciting accomplishment. With your license in hand, you have opened yourself to a whole new world of opportunity as a commercial drone pilot. For the next two years, you can legally fly for profit. The sky is the limit, or at least 400 feet AGL.

So,...

As commercial drone pilots, it is essential to stay on top of new developments in the industry. Rules and regulations are constantly changing. Manufacturers are always creating new products, and innovations in UAV technology continue to make the impossible a reality.

One of the best ways to stay...

Getting your Part 107 license is a significant accomplishment. As the first milestone in your commercial drone pilot career, it is something to be proud of. After purchasing your drone and other equipment, the next step is finding work.

It might feel a bit overwhelming if you don't already have...

 In the United States, the construction industry is big business. In 2019, this sector of the economy as a whole was worth $1.3 trillion! That is excellent news for commercial drone pilots. 

Once you have passed the Part 107 exam, you can offer your service to the trillion-dollar giant...

Are you a first responder or interested in the work they do? Law enforcement personnel, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and disaster relief specialists provide us with essential services, and often use drones. Let’s take a very quick look at how you can help these professionals...

Getting your Part 107 opens a whole new world of opportunities for you. There are so many options that you may not know where to start. 

You'll find no shortage of blogs and lists with all the career paths a commercial drone pilot can choose. The problem is that, besides providing a few...

So, you just earned your Part 107; now what? 

The commercial drone industry is rapidly growing. The need for commercial drone pilots in many sectors will remain strong for several years. That's great news for anyone with a Part 107. But what can you do with your drone now that you have a...

We all have unique stories of what it took to become a commercial drone pilot. From learning how not to crash a drone to decoding the mysteries of sectional charts, there are obstacles we all must overcome.

In one way or another, we find the path forward and achieve our initial goal of earning a...

Becoming a drone pilot can sometimes feel like you’re trying to learn a whole new language. But don’t worry—we’re here to translate some of the lingo for you and help you take flight successfully (and legally). 

If you’re studying for Part 107 to get your...