How To Charge For Drone Services - In 2023

[@dronevantagecanada1385]

Thanks Dylan! This is definitely the most informative drone business video I've ever watched. Five plus years in the industry and most other drone service companies hesitate on sharing information. It's been a guessing game up 'til now and I want to thank your for sharing. You're right, we have to stick together!

[@timpugel8693]

Dylan, Im a disabled service veteran that is looking to get into doing this for some side income. Been watching all your videos.

[@StephenBarlow-y9l]

Finally, a straight shooter whose not trying to pick my pocket!!! Thanx in advance Dylan, for doing the ground work for me man!

[@user-ek8cd1he7p]

That inspire sitting on the edge of the pool: 😮😅

[@MegaOzzy28]

He takes of and lands there too to show his 9 year expertise!!!

[@Tanoaproductionsfiji]

@@MegaOzzy28 😄

[@pglazzari1]

Thanks for the wisdom and full knowledge of what to expect when investing into these tiers. You’re part of the KZbin university professor list I’ve been building.

[@DylanGorman]

I appreciate that! I do enjoy educating as much as I can.

[@anastasianolan1186]

I’ve been watching a few of your videos today and want to say thank you, I’ve found them quite informative. I’m new to the drone community, I work for a surveying and mapping company and recently got my part 107. For the company, I’ve had the opportunity to fly a Phantom 4, a Matrice 210 and a WingtraONE gen 2. Our main application for the drone work is basic topography, but you’ve given me some insight to opportunities we’re missing out on as far as what we could be using it for on some of our construction sites. My next step though is hoping to create a side business with drones. I’m still trying to narrow down on a niche. Real estate has been my first thought, but doesn’t hold a lot of interest for me. What you’re doing in commercial real estate seems to resonate with me and my more long term goals(I have a background in heavy equipment/land development and intend to build a business in that scope in the further out future). I’m taking a beginners CAD course in the fall, and I have access to some of the processing software you’ve mentioned(pix4d in particular). Is there any courses or training you would suggest to help me get more focused and trained in that particular niche before diving in and trying to bankroll a side business of my own?

[@DylanGorman]

Wow thank you for the awesome comment! I do have a course that I am working on but I’m also putting out little videos to explain and educate so be sure to watch out for all of the content that I am producing! Thank you!

[@Atanasovsss]

Very helpful. Thank you for putting this together in such a structured way. I'm considering to level up my skills as drone pilot and I really get the perspective of what a future might look like for me in few years time if I dedicate some of my free time to it. Good job and keep up with the good work :)

[@GBH293]

You are a very good teacher. I am considering Part 107 training and am so grateful to have stumbled onto your channel. I’m looking forward to this journey. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@talmagekohler8718]

you need training to get a part 107??

[@hudson.kemnitz]

@@talmagekohler8718 you don't need to do a training course. You can if you want. It defintly will make the test easier. Also I am pretty sure you get other certificates for doing the training

[@zipper978]

Just do some studying the 107 is not hard to get.

[@a2k-media]

Thanks Dylan especially for all the things you’ve said at the end of your video. I wish that there are many “newcomer pilots” listening to that! 🎉 Greetings from Germany. If there is a chance for me to visit your country again one day, it would be a pleasure to get in touch with you.

[@wiezyckifamily]

Is anyone else just waiting for him to bump the Inspire right into the pool?

[@DylanGorman]

I could never haha!

[@toneydefreitas5630]

You're wicked 😂

[@zikchil1208]

Great vid. I notice some hesitation at times from some people in the industry with regard to discussing "how much". It's like they are trying to not divulge some company secret but it leaves new pilots hanging, setting them up for ridicule. I tell new pilots the same thing about residential real estate, and I still use that as a buffer for down time and keep my flight log populated. Cheers!

[@DylanGorman]

Glad you found this useful! I try and be honest!

[@baldemadara5068]

😊😊😊😊😊

[@jalabi99]

This channel deserves more subscribers. So I just subscribed 😀

[@DylanGorman]

Wow thank you!

[@gatorman-st4vb]

Very helpful in determining what (and IF) this is something I want to pursue. Good stuff!

[@boboso7238]

This is a great video. Very clear, straight forward and most of all informative and honest.

[@DylanGorman]

I appreciate that! I try and put out the best information that I can!

[@svibrstv8885]

Good Job Dylan! You laid out a very thorough and practical approach to understanding the market for drone services. You hit some areas I did not think about, which generated some new ideas I might want to pursue as well. Thanks for the information! Subscribed!

[@DylanGorman]

Glad this video helped! Thank you!

[@chonstakerandom]

Beginners to advance equipments Chinese drones. Got it.

[@AnimalsKnowFacts]

“These are expensive” let me set my drone by the pool 😅 good video. Thank you

[@DylanGorman]

😁

[@shizumeru_]

So how do you collect your compensation? I understand the breakdown of equipment, insurance, and such, but what methods do you use to collect? Is there a popular invoice app, checks, what is everyone using?

[@sleepingbearffg5008]

Music rocked.. Snow.. I miss 50 everyday during winter.. rainy. But no snow. landing was cool too . Good video my friend 💪💪🙏👊👊 God bless

[@Leth0]

Great video, ALOT of information my mind is spinning at how much information was shared! Im currently a Real Estate Drone Pilot wondering how I can break into higher paying Gigs.

[@pepahouse17]

Thanks for sharing this information! Very much appreciated. Which drone you recommend for starting on mapping?

[@DylanGorman]

Phantom 4 Pro v2 if you can still ahold of one!

[@Dizzilnate]

Two years ago... this market feels so new, and yet I feel worried that it's too far saturated for someone like me.

[@filimitproductions6232]

Hi Dylan. Could you do a video on deliverables. Thanks

[@DylanGorman]

Great comment! Let me write that video up!

[@E85_STI]

I’ve been flying for years and my first real drone was the DJI spark but I hardly fly it and I just got a mini 2 because I know it will sit after I mess with it a little bit but now that I just found out you can get a license and get paid for it I might be able to fly more. Now with my previous employer I tried to reclass to a UAV operator but it was always full but imagine if I did I could work for the government with a starting salary of 115k - 175k a year but that’s to fly a reaper or shadow though not a dji drone. Imagine flying a drone that costs 32 million and that’s not covering armament.

[@Brad-z3b]

How do you start to do something like this? Do you start a website, and hope for the best, or is there another way? (Real-estate)

[@brunogt1982]

Awesome video thank you 👍🏼

[@DylanGorman]

Thank you as always!

[@allthegearnotaclue]

Hi Dylan, I've recently retired and picked up a DJI mini 3 pro. I am now thinking about using it to make a small side income. I'd probably do some roof inspections and the like. I was just wondering, would you add a discrete, small logo or contact details to a video or image or would you leave them bare? Thanks, Clint

[@rogerthompson2005]

thanks for your video, will watch more of yours soon / SUBSCRIBED! I have a Mavic 3 on order ( I didnt want to buy in to older tech and wanted the dual lens), Im a photographer/videographer looking to expand my income if possible in Melbourne Australia. Thanks, and hoping mapping will come the M3 soon!??

[@DylanGorman]

I hope so too, time will tell!

[@ORGANIZEDCoNfUsioN]

That's some great information, thanks. Like # 65!!!

[@DylanGorman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@e.matthews8650]

Dylan, thanks for this information, it is very helpful. I've been bootstrapping my drone business while working my F/T job, which I also love. So, I know the value added by grinding out the work as well as the challenge of working around my F/T job. I 100% agree with the huge problem of the race toward the bottom most often fed by the Christmas droners (got a drone for Christmas, passed the Part107, got no experience, but legal to work). I'll probably get some flack so I'll acknowledge that everyone has to start somewhere. Anyways, I'm looking to niche my offerings, and I've started by enhancing my professional training, certifications, etc. There are a ton of free certifications commercial drone pilots should consider, including FEMA. Thanks again for your message!

[@DylanGorman]

Glad you found this video resourceful! Best of luck in your endeavors. I too bootstrapped my first drone business, there will be a lot of tough situations but overall I think you will find success especially if you get the additional certifications.

[@nsddigitalmedia]

Awesome content

[@DylanGorman]

Thank you!

[@Nomad1957]

Cool video thank you.

[@dronetheworld4k67]

For Real Estate if I want to charge 75-150$, is that JUST for the drone shoot or drone and video camera shoot ?

[@86309]

well done!

[@tylergridley7633]

Any recommendations on a good thermography certification online classes?

[@chrisalexander6035]

What drone insurance and drone can you recommend for event coverage as I looking for a quiet DRONE 🎬🎥📡🏌⛳ Great Vid 🤔🙃😎

[@DylanGorman]

I have use skywatch.ai (look in the description for my referral link), they are great and I personally use them myself! For a quiet drone, the smaller the better.

[@goldenstandard187]

Amazing 🤩

[@DylanGorman]

Thank you!

[@actualtessmohr]

So is the regular Mavic 3 better than the cine in regards to zoning?

[@crimsonabyss8940]

though is construction inspections easy because I got good experience in filming can you pay a lease 300-400 per job or higher?

[@danielduarte6149]

So, you've been a commercial pilot for 9 yrs or a 'commercial drone pilot' for 9 yrs? People who come from the aviation world might get the wrong impression.

[@DylanGorman]

I’m summing it up poorly and understand where you are coming from but with the context of the video I was aiming for “drone” pilot.

[@dronetheworld4k67]

How about fir simply shooting weddings and events ?...

[@DylanGorman]

I would charge per hour for that but include it in a full video capture not just a drone capture as most people wont go for that.

[@JustAnOldMan]

not to be cruel, but i hope you edit smoother in client video than this one. Very helpful video though & ya it's free.

[@DylanGorman]

Sorry, had a lot to say. Was going to be a longer video but I needed to shorten it lol

[@cancerbass6095]

Hi, do you think i should buy a phantom 4 pro v1 or an air2s , for drone business such as uav mapping, property footage and inspection

[@DylanGorman]

I have some suggestions in one of my other videos, I would say the P4Pro v2 version

[@azdigbee]

It shouldn’t be about profit - profit - profit and how to make more $ It SHOULD be all about providing a good service for an honest price. ( keyword ‘honest’) Why are people so damn greedy ?

[@mpjones27]

Looking to buy the Mavic 3 right now to really start this work. I have been flying the Mini 2 since launch. I was interested in Drone Deploy seeing your videos but I found out the Mavic 3 is not supported yet. Got any suggestions?

[@DylanGorman]

Hey, thanks for checking out the video! For drone mapping, I would suggest the P4Pro v2 or the Mavic 2 Pro. I know these are hard to come by nowadays but when it comes to mapping it's the best entry-level drone that you can get. I still don't know when Drone Deploy will support the Mavic 3 drones, it is more of a DJI thing as they have not yet released the SDK for anyone to make 3rd party apps for it! If you still have the Mini 2, I would check out Litchi, they make a $25 app that works for doing basic mapping with the Mini 2! I hope that answers some questions!

[@screamingsavage001]

What can I do with the dji fpv drone?

[@DylanGorman]

FPV is challenging for me as I don't understand that market but if you reach out to a company called Drone Brothers, they are now contracting FPV pilots for work!

[@screamingsavage001]

@@DylanGorman thank bro!!

[@brentasher8148]

Dylan, great video with easy to understand points. BTW, I’m a pro pilot working with a company. I have the flight time but no drone to start a part-time business….in other words, I cannot use the company drones to fly personal side jobs. So, do you offer part-time employment or contract services on the east coast? Id be willing to purchase a small DJI to start out. I’d be very interested in picking up some work on the side. Thanks

[@francojohnathon]

Well rounded video. I appreciate your ethics.

[@DylanGorman]

Thank you!

[@nicholasdiaz6864]

Great video, thank you!

[@bmwrider1931]

I do all agriculture mostly with a cheap Dji drone.. it’s easier to work with. It can be done like I said depends on your skills. I charge 350 per hour.. I have been doing this for 13 years. Day rate usually 5000.00 farmers need us. But farming is taking a big hit.

[@themissinglightninglink]

Hey I am about to purchase the mavic 3 multispectral and plan to market to farmers in my area...if you don't mind - what drone(s) do you use and what services do you offer in the Ag industry? Thank you in advance for your time and I have many more questions to ask but I won't overwhelm you with them yet.😉

[@BelizeByDrone]

You really have your drones sitting on the edge of a pool? Yikes!

[@aloeisthestuff9622]

The fact you call your self a Commercial Pilot BELITTLES True FAA certified multi Commercial Pilots. Upon your advice I'll be looking to offer your Paid accounts my services for 1/3 off your pricing. All's Fair right?

[@DylanGorman]

Go for it, I wish you luck in your endeavors!

[@juanocampo8804]

This answers many questions I had. One thing I saw with some training courses I did was that they say everything drones can do and make it sound so easy, yet they don't talk about having to know about mapping, thermography, etc. Many talk about how drones are great for x y and z, but make no mention of extra training courses and the like. Especially if you want to be competitive. I recently took a nose dive into the drone industry, got my Part 107, did an in person week long training where they talked about several niches, but I still feel like I'm way behind the curb. I want to do asset inspection mostly. I looked into the Skydio, mostly because I'd like to get govt contracts in the future.

[@DylanGorman]

Super glad you found this useful! I have a full raw course I am working on to train my 3+ years of experience all condensed into a few hours worth of training!

[@Wizconsin]

Thank you, I might be getting ahead of myself, as I’m definitely in the beginner category. Although, you raised the ceiling and gave options to pursue.

[@spartanaerialservices]

Great stuff! I am just getting started in Drone Inspections, just got my Thermography level 1. More training coming.

[@DylanGorman]

Best of luck!

[@torchbeareraerial4660]

What's your plan next? Level 2 Thermography? Have you booked any gigs using any of the stuff you learned in lvl1? How'd it go?

[@youngprince716]

I think you're the man!! Recently been thinking of going off on my own and doing something. Watched a bunch of your videos, I just fly recreationally rn... but I still I just want to say thank you. I think this is the video I needed to see.

[@DylanGorman]

Thank you for checking out the video and channel! I appreciate it!

[@dhruvsarin5717]

What’s the update ?

[@etherealillusion3159]

6 months after your comment and 2 months since you ignored Dhruv Savin asking you... did you go off on your own? What happened?

[@youngprince716]

@@dhruvsarin5717 hi there friend, I am sorry I did not notice these comments were directed at me. @ethereal illusion. I did not go out on my own yet, still only flying recreationally. I am currently preoccupied. I do however hope to pursue this by the spring / summer time of 2023

[@youngprince716]

@@etherealillusion3159 didn't know how to tag u also but I responded where I originally replied to dhurv sarin

[@shaunchapman]

Really great breakdown on the billing part of your business. This info is valuable for the newcomers like me. Maybe I shouldn't be skeptical but the last bit about being a family is pushing it a bit in my opinion. Business is always dollars over companionship in my experience. I'm looking forward to learning more from your videos, thanks.

[@DylanGorman]

Thank you for watching! Fair enough for your last point, I’m just very passionate about this industry and want to educate newcomers as best as possible! It’s still such a new industry that I’d like to see as many people succeed as possible! But yes money is money and people will do what that want to get it, can’t stop that.

[@bmwrider1931]

Lmao I make just as good maps with a cheap drone as with my 20,000 dollar drone depends on your skills

[@DylanGorman]

Depends on the deliverable , each tool has its purpose

[@bmwrider1931]

@@DylanGorman only the best f the best.. come to Washington take some of the agriculture jobs. I can’t keep up . Between here and Cali I am swamped.

[@DylanGorman]

@@bmwrider1931 let connect! Id love to learn more! Shoot me an email [e-mail]

[@JoeBoone82]

Another good video Dylan. The first video of yours that I watched was the about using the Mini 2 with Maps Made Easy to create orthos, etc. I recently tested it out and it gives you all of the files, but what is the cheapest to view those files? The renderings that it provides through Map Pilot Pro even says "low resolution" so I was curious how to create a deliverable that others can view in high resolution? I downloaded and used Agisoft Metashape and it worked pretty well, but I'm still not sure how someone else would view that without having the software. Also, Drone Deploy is not $300+ per month. If you just want to do a job here and there to get your feet wet, can you use something like Maps Made Easy to obtain similar results? Just curious if there are other budget friendly options for people just getting started, or is Drone Deploy providing something that MME does not? Thanks!

[@mattstechchannel]

Just an FYI commercial "DRONE" pilot would be a better phraseology, anyone working in the aviation industry should be using the right terms. Not trying to be rude, but those of us with a Commercial "Pilots" License has worked very hard for that and just passing the part 107 doesn't make you a commercial "Pilot" just drones. again just trying to "Educate" you.

[@mattstechchannel]

Commercial "Drone" Pilot still sounds kinda cool🤷‍♂️😂

[@DylanGorman]

My apologies, I know you guys go through a whole lot more than a simple 60 second test. Did not mean to offend!

[@kennyfostergaming7002]

could you make a video on the types of certifications you can get for specific fields with drones. Or if you have one already, can I get the link to that please.

[@KennethIvory-i4g]

Thank you for the valuable information, Dylan. I am a retired carpenter; I received my part 107 earlier this year, and I have OSHA 10 training, and I would like to get into the construction industry because of my background; what other training is required to work in the construction industry?

[@HollyFischerArt]

If everyone keeps undercutting by 15% then the price still keeps dropping as a new low to undercut another 15% appears. This trend of undercutting has gone on for ages in all kinds of industry and the ultimate problem is it ruins the ability to live decently for many people. Even the people undercutting eventually may have to keep dropping prices as more people undercut even their lowest price. Eventually, too many people are not living very well. If only people could realize the full scope of so many things they do that ends up making it bad for everyone....including themselves. But so many things fall into this trend of gradually declining our societies. People don't realize the long-term effects or think about them and they just see what is in front of them and what they can get in a red-hot minute. They don't realize they are hurting themselves too.

[@Gloomwithaview]

This is just human nature. On the + side this is also what drives competition, creativity and innovation.

[@handy-capoutdoors4063]

Thanks, u was actually looking for this as I am currently going through online college to get UAS pilot and engineering degree certification thing. .. I'm looking for a way to get into pilot jobs locally to earn a little extra to make ends meet. Do you have anyone in the western Wisconsin south east Minnesota area that might help a new pilot get started?

[@seanburgess1173]

This has always been a sticky problem with the the clients that I work for. What to charge and what products work best for the clients needs. Recently I have been looking into the 3D mapping world but I have been hesitant because of the $$. I know it has been cheaper than ever to get into this and I have been approached by a couple of business to provide the service. I currently have been flying drones commercially for 6 years but mainly just real estate. My go to is my Mavic 2 pro ( yes I know its bottom of the barrel) but its a very capable drone for I currently do. However I know it will not cut it for 3D mapping not even close. So my question is what would you recommend for the next level of drone? That will provide good data points for doing 3D mapping? But still not breaking the bank for a small operation. Thank you in Advance!

[@DylanGorman]

Loved this comment as this resonated with me from my roots of getting into mapping. I started out with the Mavic 2 Pro for mapping 3 years ago! It’s enough to get your foot in the door and is perfectly suitable for some general work with contractors on sites where what want spot checks on! M2P and P4Pare what 95% of my pilots are still flying to this day!

[@jason401.]

hey so im 16 and on my summer break for school. i have a full time job but really wanna get the experience of owning my own business and trying to make some money. with these new regulations im gonna have to get a new drone and im thinking about going from the mini 2 to mini 3. its cheap and thats really all the money i can comfortably spend right now. Do you have any tips for me to start? I'm thinking about real estate and just general photography

[@HenryHarristhankyou2]

Thank you for your information. I am thinking of getting into the business, yet it seems to be so scary. I don't know much about the software that you mentioned. It sounds like there is a lot to learn. I will do a webinar on this business on march 14th 15th and 16th. Hoping to be successful. Going for my FAA 107 license soon. May I stay in contact with you? Thanks for sharing.

[@mattalford3932]

Same with cars. I might pay 50 dollars dollars a year for certified performance software. I'm charging everybody that wants that software 50 dollars plus labor. It's kind of a rip-off, but also not, lol.

[@mayurdoijode9352]

Hi I'm Mayur from India I have nil knowledge about Drone industry. I'm planning to purse Drone Pilot Training please guide me with further career assistance like what I can do after completing Drone Pilot Licence

[@NilsJakobson]

Tells beginners do not undercut and then 30 secs later says he did exactly that to get into market. WTF

[@DylanGorman]

I really debated keeping that in the video but I wanted to be real and honest. My point of undercutting is making that your base price. I had zero experience and once I got into the market I quickly increased my price to match what others were doing. I have since 15x my starting base price.

[@brymanley]

You lost all credibility once you started talking about working with oil and gas. Have some self-respect.

[@raymondcuda5906]

You can do a lot with less...just because you spend a lot of money on big drones doesn't mean you have better results....

[@DimmyV]

Thanks Dylan. Supporting the drone Pilot community is key. It’s a good and fun community 🍻

[@DylanGorman]

It comes with its ups and downs but mainly all positive! Thanks for watching!

[@marlowemorris752]

This was the video I needed to see. I’m in Atlanta Ga. and looking to start up Drone service business. I have a year of thermal training, but didn’t know I had to get a license for it, so this is very helpful.

[@Crunchy897]

Is there a Discord you run to get to know the community a little better?

[@DylanGorman]

No but that's not a bad idea!

[@p42once1]

what do we do when we f*k up and have no idea how to solve that problem because you don't know what you're doing? And what to say to the client when they start to get angry?

[@jakehancock3645]

So i am pretty interested in this work, but I am curious how you approach your potential customer base? and what that process looks like. would love to talk. thanks!

[@ErikScheetz-tj3lk]

I would like to start my own drone business. I like to pick your brain 🧠 please

[@nightlightabcd]

First off, you have to take the Fart 107 test and pay the FAA shake down!

[@andrewscott3175]

If you were in the real estate game could you use sqft to price your work. For exp. 0-3000sqft is $75, 3001-6000sqft is $100, 6001-6001+ is $125.

[@DylanGorman]

Exactly!

[@lowellirish]

I hope you're talking per hour? Lmao...cuz I wouldnt roll out of bed for $100.

[@raidzeromatt]

​@@lowellirishYeah imagine getting paid 100 bucks for the real estate company to make an extra 50 grand lmfao

[@linzenmeyer]

Wow...yeah, 100 bucks for a couple hours work or less...Image making $50 an hour....

[@linzenmeyer]

The standard rate is around 3 to 5 cents per sq foot

[@xDeeKayHD]

That drone sitting so close to the edge of the pool is giving me massive anxiety 😥

[@KJandSarah]

What an informative video! Amazing work.

[@DylanGorman]

Thanks guys!

[@manueljasso5931]

What if I’m in a city with no competition, how would I go about pricing when beginning in the real estate industry?

[@lowellirish]

I HOPE that I didnt just hear $100/per project?! 🤣🤣🤣 And maybe even $200-250?! 🤣 Dude...The neighbors lawn boy charges $30/hr. HE'S 16! Gotta be $70/hr. or you'd be sleeping in a tent....$400/job MINI. ... My new starter on my pickup cost me $500 and they were done in 1 hour.... so, really? 🤔🤪

[@DylanGorman]

I’m being realistic

[@glegg54]

What type of services can be provided with drones in the residential real estate industry?

[@p0ggles]

Love the video! However, this made it seem as if the Phantom 4 isn't a good choice for mapping commercial properties. Which, if I'm not mistaken was one of the first videos I saw on your channel. My budget only allows for a Phantom 4 Pro. Is this not a good choice for mapping commercial properties?

[@DylanGorman]

It is but there are different tiers of drones as well as different applications for them as well.

[@Miamiaerial]

P4p pro is the best for mapping

[@goldenstandard187]

What app do you recommend for a new drone pilot drone base drone up ?

[@DylanGorman]

Drone Deploy, if you are on a budget then WEBODM

[@dannygoates5658]

Thank you for doing this video. Appreciated!

[@DylanGorman]

Glad you liked it!

[@kadirdurduful]

Hi from Turkey , do you have any advice or lesson from Udemy?

[@DylanGorman]

I do not have anything yet! Working on some things!

[@Loy_Otterton]

I'm a young drone pilot looking to get my part 107 cert, your video helped me understand more about what I should look out for once I am able to start taking jobs.

[@BearNecessitiesAerialPhotos]

Thanks Dylan for sharing your wealth of experience. As I transition into the professional side of the Drone industry, your information is very helpful for me to choose which path to take. Thanks again for all you do for the drone community and I look forward to more of your videos.

[@DylanGorman]

Glad to hear I am able to help in this industry! Best of luck as you transition!

[@PeachStateNotaryServices]

Thanks Dylan for sharing your wealth of experience. I appreciate you sharing the professional side of the Drone industry, it began as a hobby interest and then I soon saw the various niche markets I could offer services part-time. I'll be joining your mastery course soon. Thank you

[@DylanGorman]

Amazing! Let me know if you have any questions

[@bigfellavideography]

Got my Mavic 3 Pro on order, and upgrading my services from terrestrial to aerial. This vid may well have been outside of my scope, not only in region but also in specialisation, training and extra (rather costly) bits that I don't really need, but it's good to get some kind of idea as to what people charge for drone 'deliverables' services. I had the privilege of flying an AGRAS T10 and a Matrice 600 during my training stint, and I got a really good feel of how these are to fly (and the considerable cost behind them). They're slugs next to the old Phantom 4 Pro I learnt on.

[@dwaynepedals]

Awesome video! You know, it's funny you mentioned offering a free demo to the potential client. I asked about doing that in the Real Estate Photography community as a way to get started in the industry and get your first client. They were all like Do Not Do That! I thought though, it was a solid point of departure to not only build a relationship but your portfolio.

[@VRStudio6969]

Thanks Dylan for your video and all that expensive information thanks a lot 🙏

[@RogierYou]

$150 for a real estate jobs…. Start car drive back and fort for an hour, fly for one hour, and spend at least an hour processing images…… not worth it.

[@DylanGorman]

Just being honest, not going to tell someone they can make $100k off of regular real estate. Don’t want to look like an ass you know

[@RogierYou]

@@DylanGorman Thank you for that, that’s why I would not bother doing this.

[@Gloomwithaview]

Well there isn’t much of an industry as just a real estate drone operator. Most realtors use a one stop company with photos, video, drone, floor plan and 3d tours.

[@christiangbl3310]

Hey Dylan, thank u for all the information. I have watched all of your videos but I am still not sure how I can start for example at drone deploy. Do I need to do an application or something similar? Or have I just to signed up on the website and can see assignments in my area? How do I know it would be profitable in my region? A step by step tutorial would be nice! Thank you!

[@DylanGorman]

I’m working on a full course for drone photogrammetry that’ll come out next month! But I see where you may be stuck. Drone deploy has some guides on their site that I’m sure can be helpful!

[@christiangbl3310]

@@DylanGorman Perfect, thank u for answering! I will check it out !:)

[@julianmares9496]

Would you recommend editing and software on a iMac

[@gerardofaustin8156]

If I bought a dji maverick air2S to for doing 3D mapping in photogrammetry what’s the guideline and prices to charge for that?

[@DylanGorman]

Whats your experience level, what industry would you be going after, what software would you be using to process it in, how big of a scan are you doing? All of these come into factor when determining a price. For simple scans I would charge between $75-$275 depending on what the final deliverable is!

[@gerardofaustin8156]

@@DylanGorman I’m in Architectural Engineering and I’m new to the drone industry however it would definitely help me moving forward and add value to my work. I’m just thinking of getting in it at this point and working my way up as I advance and get better. Pixel 4D as far as software and for square footage anywhere from 5000 ft.² ~ 25,000 ft.².

[@DylanGorman]

Is this for full 3d models or just top down view for planametrics? (I most likely spelled that wrong but you understand what I’m trying to say!)

[@gerardofaustin8156]

@@DylanGorman both actually and yes I understand.

[@Mrim86]

Incredible insight. Thank you.