Logo

Go Beyond Part 107 and Create a Thriving Aerial Business

You’ve earned your
Part 107, now what?

How do you get your first client? How do you stand out in the competitive marketplace?

Passing the Part 107 may let you fly, but it doesn’t mean your business will succeed.
Fast track your business and avoid costly mistakes by joining our community led by experienced industry professionals.

Give Your Drone Business An Unfair Advantage

You are currently stuck on problems that other pilots have already solved.

Why waste years on trial-and-error? We interviewed five successful drone entrepreneurs to document exactly how they built their operations. The result is our 7-Part Strategic Masterclass, a step-by-step roadmap included in your membership designed to take you from “Pilot” to “CEO.”

Community Masterclass

1. Finding Profitable Drone Markets: Stop chasing every gig. Learn to analyze your local area and find the profitable data pockets your competitors miss.

2. Differentiating Your Drone Business: Move beyond “I take pictures” and learn to package specific solutions that clients crave.

3. Scaling Strategically: Learn the mindset of growth—when to hire, when to expand, and how to manage a team. Plus, discover which equipment drives revenue and what’s just a costly “toy.”

4. Building a Brand through Client Acquisition: A blueprint for marketing and branding that brings customers to you (so you stop cold calling).

5. Essential Business Management for Growth: Learn the systems and processes that turn a one-person operation into a scalable business.

6. Cash Flow Strategy: Master your cash flow so you can pay yourself, pay your taxes, and reinvest without stress.

7. Expert Advice For Success: Putting it all together to run a sustainable, long-term operation with insights from successful drone entrepreneurs.

Stop Winging It. Follow The Proven Playbook.

Most drone pilots struggle not because they can’t fly—but because they lack the systems to scale.
How do you double your hourly rate? How do you land industrial contracts? How do you get paid on time?

Skilled Workshops

You get 18+ Skill Workshops from 10 industry experts who open their playbooks and show you exactly how they execute high-value jobs.

🏠 Dominate Real Estate & Media

The “20-Minute” Workflow: See how to shoot a 3,200 sq ft home fast to double your effective hourly rate

Agent Psychology: Use our proven scripts to turn skeptical agents into loyal, recurring clients

The “Netflix” Look: Charge premium rates by mastering Color Grading and cinematic movement

The Perfect Pitch: Build a demo reel that converts viewers into paying customers immediately

🗺️ Unlock High-Ticket Industrial Jobs

Confidence with Data: Master RTK/PPK workflows so you can bid on engineering-grade jobs

Hardware Mastery: Configure the Mavic 3 Enterprise for maximum ROI and data accuracy

The Industrial Pivot: Move beyond residential one-offs to high-value, recurring inspection contracts

💼 Bulletproof Your Operations

Sleep at Night: Download our “Audit-Proof” Drone Binder system to breeze through safety checks

Cash Flow Control: Structure invoices and terms (Net 30) so you never have to chase a check

Legal Shield: Eliminate anxiety with step-by-step setups for your LLC, Taxes, and Insurance

You don’t just learn what to do—you get the exact templates, scripts, and systems these professionals use every day.

Industry Insights

In addition to the strategic masterclass and hands-on skill workshops, you get exclusive access to 28 Industry Insights from 18 working professionals. Go behind the scenes of successful drone operations across every major niche—from cinematic FPV to industrial inspection to search and rescue. Learn what works, what doesn't, and what opportunities you're missing.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

AND MUCH MORE

FREE Bundled Class

Free Bundled Class

Drone business made easy

($199 value)

This 7 hour class complete with a business plan template is also included with your premium membership.

LIVE SUPPORT

Stay laser-focused on your goals; join the monthly group coaching calls to get expert advice that will save you time and money.

Pricing

Enjoy all of this for less than the cost of one cup of coffee per week.

Quarterly

$57
  • Monthly live group coaching calls
  • A constantly growing repository of business resources
  • Monthly industry insights
  • Monthly skilled workshops
  • Monthly live AMAs
  • Access to Post Flight, the News Update aftershow
  • Networking opportunities with other established business owners
  • Class and merch discounts

Annual

Annual
$99/$228
  • Monthly live group coaching calls
  • A constantly growing repository of business resources
  • Monthly industry insights
  • Monthly skilled workshops
  • Monthly live AMAs
  • Access to Post Flight, the News Update aftershow
  • Networking opportunities with other established business owners
  • Class and merch discounts
Save 50% During Black Friday

Testimonials

Duane Thompson

Duane Thompson

I’ve looked and compared content from other providers on the web, and Pilot Institute is head and shoulders above ANYBODY else

John Edward Sparr

John Edward Sparr

Premium Community is the bomb. I have completely moved all my attention there. Not looking at drone business content on YouTube anymore.

FAQ

  • This community is focused on growing a business that incorporates drones in some way. This community is most suited for individuals with the Part 107 certificate and interested in starting or growing a business alongside peers.
  • Pilot Institute is the largest drone community in the world. We partner with proven experts to deliver niche content and offer a variety of perspectives on how to grow a business. Our members help drive the future content and resources to ensure we provide what you need and consider most valuable.
  • We strongly encourage it but do not require it. If you are in the process of obtaining your Part 107 certificate, we recommend that you complete it first, as you won’t be ready to grow a drone-based business without it.
  • No, but you should have an idea of the type of business or side hustle you want to start based on your skill set, budget, and interests.
  • No. However, some of the advice and resources we offer relate to laws and regulations within the United States.
  • We have a hassle free 30-day refund policy. If you are not 100% satisfied we will give you your money back.