It’s no secret drones are awesome. You get a fun hobby with side hustle potential, or a great career tool that sets you apart from the rest. Plus, it’s a relatively low-barrier route into the wonderful world of aviation! Fair warning though – once that bug gets you it’s hard to quit. Soon you’ll be eyes skyward pointing out every airplane and interesting cloud like all the other aviation nerds.
If that wasn’t convincing enough, read on for more great reasons to become a drone pilot in Canada.
We have industries that need drone data.
Agriculture! Inspection! Construction! Filmmaking! Conservation!
The demand for drone data is rapidly growing, creating a wealth of job opportunities and career advancement. Regardless of your industry, it’s a great way to set your resume apart from the rest. Even in non-pilot support roles, having an understanding of what’s possible using drones and related tech can give you an edge in visioning and brainstorming solutions.
We have well-structured and forward looking regulations.
I know regulations aren’t everyone’s favourite, but in comparison to other nations, Canada is ahead of the game. Our regulations enable the widest use of RPAS and are at the forefront of boundary pushing BVLOS rules too. While some work doesn’t even require a pilot certificate (ahem: Spexi), by obtaining one you gain a competitive edge in the job market, showcasing your expertise in operating safely and efficiently. And as regulations permit more and more types of flying, more and more use cases arise!
Canada is gorgeous.
Whether it’s forest, ocean scape, tundra, lake views or fields of crops, Canada has so much to offer aerial photographers. As your main focus or as a scene-setting backdrop, these diverse views are unparalleled.
