Drones are becoming vital tools in many businesses. Various industries are incorporating drones into their daily tasks and activities. The increase in demand for commercial drone drives the growth of the industry.
The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) released an economic impact report on the integration of drones in the U.S. The full report lays out all economic benefits including the impact each U.S. state will have. The main economic changes include:
- The economic impact of the integration of drones will total more than $82.1 billion between 2015 and 2025
- Integrating drones will create an estimated 103,776 jobs by 2025
- Tax revenue to the states will total more than $482 million by 2025
- For every year that drone integration is delayed, the U.S. loses more than $10 billion ($27.6 million per day) in potential economic impact. –
source: https://www.dartdrones.com/start-drone-business-faa-drone-rules/
What are the benefits of using drones for your business?
- The demand is high
- The industry is growing
- Cost-effective in terms of staff costs
Which industries benefit from the use of drones?
- Real Estate
- Photography
- Logistics
- Agriculture
- Mapping and Surveying
- Search and Rescue
- Weddings and Events
- Security
- Insurance claims
- Underwater surveillance
- Infrastructure
- Construction
Pros
- Safe for the environment
- Aerial image quality
- Cost-effective
- Can reach hard-to-reach areas
- Security
Cons
- Requires license to operate
- Expensive
- Privacy concerns
- Injuries
- Weather dependent
