If we say that drones have brought about a revolution in various industries, it will not be a hyperbole. The growing demand for drones in India has a direct impact on the requirement for drone pilots. If one wants to become a drone pilot and give wings to his/her career, here are some career options that can be considered.
Aerial Photography and Videography
There is a good chance for drone pilots to work as aerial photographers and videographers for sports events, concerts, weddings, and real estate. These people take striking aerial shots that were once possible only with a crane or helicopter.
Agriculture
Drones find their application in agriculture for crop monitoring, spraying fertilizers, insecticides and pesticides, and crop mapping. Drone pilots can find jobs in companies offering these services or start their businesses in the same field.
Surveying and Mapping
Drones can make it a real quick affair to survey and map large land areas, making them a handy tool for construction, infra development, and urban planning. Drone pilots can work as surveyors and mappers for companies or even start their own surveying and mapping business through drones.
Inspection and Monitoring
Drones are also used in the monitoring of bridges, power lines, wind turbines and can be used in rescue operations. Drone pilots can find jobs in inspection and monitoring companies.
Film and TV
The use of drones is seen more and more in the film and TV industry for capturing mesmerizing ariel shots. Production companies also employ drone pilots to operate the drones seamlessly. Apart from employing them in-house, they also take the services of freelance drone pilots.
Education and Training
Drone pilots can also work as trainers for people who want to shape their careers in drone piloting. With the growing requirement for drone pilots, there is also the requirement for skilled trainers to teach all the whys and whereabouts of drone piloting.
Launching of the Weekend Batch
Flapone Aviation is launching a weekend batch for the DGCA-approved Drone Pilot Training Course. This course will make an aspiring drone pilot proficient in all the skills needed to operate drones safely and legally. The course will cover topics such as meteorology, aerodynamics, regulations, and emergency procedures.
The weekend batch is especially for those people who are busy on weekdays.
Final Few Words
Once a person completes the course, he/ she is eligible for a DGCA-issued Remote Pilot Certificate. With this certificate, one can legally fly drones commercially. Enroll now in Flapone Aviation's weekend batch to satiate your love for aviation.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to upskill, our training advisors can help you choose the right course.