Attention Realtors! Do you use fantastic drone photographs or videos for your listing? If so, here are four (4) questions you should ask to avoid an FAA fine! The FAA applies fines to unlicensed drone pilots at $1,100 per occurrence/flight where imagery is used commercially. More importantly the fine for the real estate agent who hires an unlicensed drone pilot is $11,000 per occurrence/flight. Of course, if you’re an agent and the unlicensed drone pilot, you will be liable for both fines! Here are how you can avoid any potential fines and get the shots you want from a contracted drone pilot. When you hire a drone pilot Always : 1) Ask to see the drone pilot’s FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (drone license), whether they hold any other FAA licenses, and whether it is current. Drone pilots are required to renew their certification every two years from the initial date of issuance. If they are unlicensed, find another pilot and save $11,000! 2) ...
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