LICENSED DRONE OPERATOR IN DENVER

As a licensed drone operator, it is always important to stay up on our FAA requirements. Yesterday we completed our Part 107 UAS Recurrent course. This is the course and exam required by the FAA for commercial drone operators to complete every 24 months. When we first started flying drones for our business, we were required to go to a testing facility to complete this. The process took a bit of planning, a lot of studying, and a testing fee. In the last 4 years the FAA has made this process a whole lot easier, and completely free.

It always feels like a hassle when you begin the course. It can feel like you are re-learning things that you already know. However, we quickly realized how important it is to stay up to date on FAA rules and regulations. With recent changes to the laws, we learned a few new things that every drone operatior should be aware of.

More importantly, if our client's could use aerial video or photos for marketing purposes - they're going to need that drone operator to be following the rules. Hiring an uncertified pilot can expose you to fines, lawsuits, or insurance issues if something goes wrong.

An operator who has studied and completed the Part 107 requirements will have better knowloege of airspace rules, weather patterns, emergency procedures, safety protocols, and overall provide your brand with a safer, more successfull experience. Hiring an operator with a Part 107 license adds credibility to your brand's presentation and shows that you are serious, compliant, and professional.

One thing that is often overlooked when businesses are hoping to acquire drone footage is Airspace access. There are a lot of controlled airpaces throughout the country that can be desireable for your video content. A licensed operator can apply for LAANC authorization to fly in controlled airspace, which is otherwise restricted for hobbyists. Your pilot will know how to access this authorization, and will avoid any airspace obstacles that you could run into.

Hiring a Part 107 drone operator isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a smart investment in professionalism, safety, and peace of mind. At Homefield Productions we have been flying drone's all over the Rocky Mountains, Denver, Colorado Springs, Golden, and beyond for over 8 years. As trusted licensed drone operator's in Colorado, we stay up to date on our regulations and requirements, and always ensure your company is getting a professional, safe, and creative flight.