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If you want to use our products for commercial use, please check/register with Transport Canada and obey all laws at all time. MACC membership is a good bases to have, obey the 300 feet max altitude, do not fly above people, houses, cars, pets,... common sense around roads and of course stay away of "real" air traffic and airports area. For commercial use you need an SFOC (Special Flight Operation Certificate) to legally operate. Not complying to the above may result in a fine to pay and equipment seizure. Plus these rules are really there to make sure you have a good judgment operation your craft and that you will never expose the general public to the risks associated to operating this type of crafts. Be Safe, Be smart and keep having fun! Also a great article with frequently Asked Questions can be found hereDate: 6 November 2014 Subject: Simplification of UAS Rules – A Great Step Forward “This approach will dramatically improve the ability for Canadian business to safely make use of this extremely capable technology while substantially reducing the time it takes to get authorizations for more complex operations”, said Mr. Stewart Baillie, Chairman of Unmanned Systems Canada.

“Coupled with the safety awareness campaign announced two weeks ago, I believe that Canada now has one of the most effective and progressive UAS regulatory framework in the world”.Getting drone insurance is a smart move if business is being conducted. If you’re making money with your UAV, or you plan to in the future, insuring it could save you a lot of money down the line if an accident happens.parrot ar drone purchase And let’s face it, UAV technology isn’t perfect. how much does the average drone cost Getting drone insurance may also help you close clients (who may not want to work with you unless you’re insured). parrot ar drone purchaseIf anything, you’ve got peace of mind knowing that you’re covered in the unlikely event of an accident.media markt parrot ar drone

Insuring your drone is a relatively new concept. Over the last several months, I’ve been getting a lot questions about how to get insured, what’s covered, how much it costs, and the options available. First of all, do you even need drone insurance? If you want to be insured, your homeowner’s insurance likely does NOT cover use of your drone, even if you’re just operating recreationally in your own backyard.ar parrot drone amazon Some companies will only insure you if plan to pilot your drone commercially as a professional pilot.mq-27 dragonfire drone review In the U.S., UAV insurance is not currently required for either recreational or commercial RC drone use. In Canada, though, if you’re operating commercially you must be covered for at least $100,000 liability. In some instances, you might need a minimum level of insurance coverage to take on a project, whether it’s needing to secure a city film permit, or working with a larger company that requires insurance for each of its vendors.

At the end of the day, all serious UAV pilots have liability insurance. It’s a strong, credible indicator for your business prospects. Insurance shows that you’re professional and reputable. For those who plan to fly commercially, this guide covers: Drone insurance acts like any other insurance policy. If you lose your drone or get into an accident, the company will cover your damage and liability costs to a certain extent. Insurance companies want pilots to have operating manuals, maintenance logs, and a record of parts or add-ons they’ve purchased. These items, along with proof of training or of planning to get trained, indicate that you’re a safe flyer or want to become one. This lowers the amount of risk you pose to your drone, other people, inanimate objects, and to the insurance company’s costs. The safer and more prepared you are, the more likely you’ll be to obtain insurance and get a desirable rate (similar to car insurance). Here’s a list of potential uses (operations) a company could insure you for:

Here is a list of potential accidents covered under commercial drone liability insurance: Drone insurance policies are usually broken up into two parts: A commercial insurance policy for a DJI Phantom 4 or Yuneec Typhoon H covering liability up to $1 million can run as little as $600-$800 a year (depending on volume, experience, and background). Or if you use a company like Verifly, an on-demand drone insurance company, you can get $1 million in liability for as little as $10/hour. Please note that these are general numbers from our research. You will need a unique quote from an insurance company to know exactly how much you will be covered and what it will cost. In early 2017, I got an email from Alex Sheard over at SkyVuzeTech with some updated pricing, and he gave me permission to post the email below. Another data point for you: New 2017 average “ballpark” pricing: Need coverage to get your operation going… Berkley Aviation offers per unit policies.

$1,000,000 UAV Liability Limits – $750/yr. $2,000,000 UAV Liability Limits – $1050/yr. $3,000,000 UAV Liability Limits – $1450/yr. $5,000,000 UAV Liability Limits – $2,050/yr. Unfortunately, Berkley Aviation does not offer physical damage coverage at this time. They are shooting for mid-March and we can always add it when it becomes available. For larger operations with multiple UAV’s in their fleet, one of our carriers has a policy that offers both UAV liability & physical damage coverage. THERE IS NO ADDITIONAL COST FOR MULTIPLE UNITS AS LONG AS YOU ARE ONLY OPERATING ONE AT ANY GIVEN TIME! Banded Pricing Models to give indications based on 1 aircraft in flight. Silver: Up to $3,000 physical damage; Premium INCLUDING taxes and fees $1,025/yr. Gold: Up to $3,000 physical damage; Premium INCLUDING taxes and fees $1,450/yr. Platinum: Up to $10,000 physical damage; Premium INCLUDING taxes and fees $1,950/yr. Policy financing option available for 20-25% down with 9 monthly installments.

If it’s been a while, take a moment to fill out an updated application and we will make sure you have the PROPER coverage for the industries lowest rates. Each company structures their policies a little differently. Some include hull insurance, others do not. Do your due diligence and chat with a number of companies before moving forward. Here are a few things that your insurance broker may consider when putting together your application for the underwriter: Also, have you completed some kind of UAV pilot training? (Not required to have gone through any kind of program or degree; they’re looking for experience and being able to demonstrate operational competency.) To get insured, you will first need to obtain quotes from multiple companies and decide which one you want to go with. To get a quote, go to an insurance company’s website, find the “get a quote” form, and fill it out. Here’s some info you’ll need to have handy: Check out this form from Aviation Insurance to see what information a company might ask you for in the consultation stage.

Alternatively, you can download Verifly’s app and get a quote from them for on-demand coverage. Once you’ve obtained multiple quotes, you can compare prices and coverage. This will help you decide which company is offering you the best deal. They’ll guide you through the rest of the procedure. Can you lose your insurance? Yep, here’s a few reasons why you might get dropped from your provider. Every provider has its own exclusions, and it’s important to understand what they are. Here are a few we’ve heard about: The below companies all offer drone, UAV, UAS, and quadcopter insurance coverage. One thing I’d like to point out, is that very often I get asked, “But I already have insurance with my AMA membership. I don’t need anything more than that, right?” Well, in this 2015 insurance summary, it’s clearly stated that your $2.5 million liability policy: …does NOT cover business pursuits; that is any activity that generates income for a member beyond reimbursement of expenses, except this business pursuit exclusion does not apply to individual members providing modeling instructions for pay to AMA members.

So, if you plan to fly commercially, your AMA insurance won’t cut it. In alphabetical order, here’s a list of drone insurance brokers that can help you find the best sUAS insurance policy for you and your company. This list is particular to the United States, and some of the companies listed are very specific to the drone industry, while others offer more diverse business products to their clients. The team over at ArcadiaSky maintains a separate list of insurance providers outside of the U.S., particularly drone insurance in Australia and in the U.K. And finally, a quick word about what an “insurance broker” actually is, written by the team at Kinney Pike Insurance: Brokers have access to a broad range of coverage for their clients.  By working with a drone insurance brokers, you’ll often find insurance professionals dedicated to securing the right product for your specific needs.  Brokers value their relationships with their clients, and often have multiple resources and extensive expertise to address the unique insurance market and, risks and coverage you face.