02/26/2019
The FAA is really cracking down.... with more people buying and flying drones without an FAA license it is important to know that if drone photos or videos are used for any commercial purpose, and that is defined as 'enhancing a business' that there are big penalties that can be assessed.... Be sure to only hire licensed Drone Pilots. Here is the latest ruling:
“Just as an update, the FAA confirmed in writing this week of the fines that can be applied. For a pilot who is unlicensed, the fine is $1,100 per occurrence/flight where imagery is used commercially. More importantly perhaps, the fine for the the real estate agent or other business who hires an unlicensed pilot is $11,000. Of course, if you’re an agent who bought a drone and took the photos or video yourself, you will be liable for both fines"