Guides

Hire the right drone specialist, first time

Plain-English guides that work across every sector in the network — from choosing a service to comparing quotes.

Which Drone Service Do I Need?

Match your job to the right type of drone specialist in a couple of minutes — and avoid hiring a photographer for a survey job.

A simple seven-step process for scoping, shortlisting and booking a professional drone operator in any sector.

The factors that drive drone service pricing across sectors, and how to get a fair quote without overpaying.

The credentials every commercial drone operator should hold, and the sector-specific licences to ask about.

A checklist to make sure you are comparing quotes like for like — deliverables, accuracy, turnaround and exclusions.

Orthomosaics, point clouds, thermal reports and more — what each deliverable is and when you need it.

Protect your project: what insurance a drone operator should carry and the questions to ask before they fly on your site.

Drone operators: how to get listed on the right sector sites, claim your profile and earn a verified badge.