Influential Drones
Learn how to become a certified drone pilot and fly drones during home inspections.
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Certified Drone Pilot Training Course (free & online)
This online course is designed to help members pass the Airman Knowledge Test (AKT) required to attain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Take InterNACHI's free, online drone pilot course now.
Hands-On Drone Pilot Training (exclusive for members)
Live, hands-on operational training provided for InterNACHI members with an exclusive offer by Influential Drones. Get details about the live hands-on drone pilot training.
Drone Pilot Logo
The Drone Pilot logo is available for use by all current InterNACHI® Certified Home Inspectors who have successfully completed the required online course, Certified Drone Pilot Training Course, or an InterNACHI® School-approved course provided one of our school training partners. Contact education@internachi.org for details.
Authorization and Release for Electronically Recording an Inspection
A video inspection is an inspection you capture on video using recording equipment – such as a drone, video camera/GoPro, smartphone, thermal imager, etc. – and deliver it to your client with your report. This added value shouldn't come at an unintended cost for you. To protect yourself, it’s best to obtain the owner’s written approval for the recording in advance. That's why InterNACHI® developed a Video Authorization and Release for you use to obtain the owner’s written permission before you begin your inspection.
Drone Piloting for Home Inspectors
Operating a drone is easy and can be learned through many drone piloting schools around the U.S. A savvy home inspector is always looking for ways to generate more business, and offering drone inspections is a state-of-the-art distinction you can promote to prospective clients and real estate agents alike.
Useful Links
- Registration: https://registermyuas.faa.gov/
- Accident Reporting: https://www.faa.gov/uas/report_accident/
- Waiver Application: https://www.faa.gov/uas/request_waiver/
- Notices to Airmen: https://notams.aim.faa.gov/notamSearch/nsapp.html#/
- Airspace Map: http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/air-space-map/
- State and Local Drone Laws: http://www.ncsl.org/research/transportation/current-unmanned-aircraft-state-law-landscape.aspx
- Weather Reports: http://www. aviationweather.gov/
