Many utility companies have used helicopters and airplanes to inspect electrical lines, remote substations, pumping stations and the similar facilities for years. It was dangerous for the pilots and very expensive, too. In the recent times, drones come into play when it comes to inspection jobs. These small unmanned aerial vehicles have been replacing other aircrafts as they are equipped with powerful cameras and video transmitters, and thus, suitable for this job.
They can quickly and easily reach the water or gas outlets, and make quality video footage. This is of great help for utility companies during the regular checkups and damage assessing. Besides the utility companies, other companies also need drone operators for the same purpose. Just to mention construction and insurance companies.
You can also make money doing various inspect jobs for different companies worldwide this is another way to use your drone smartly. For instance, a well-equipped drone with a 4K camera may be of help to asphalt repair and resurfacing companies to inspect their prospects’ properties. Also, today's small drones are used in power line inspections, cell tower inspections, bridge inspect jobs, gas pipeline and oil inspections, roof inspections, etc. All these jobs give you a great chance to earn good money using a drone.
So, if you want to do such jobs, you must have one or more advanced drones that are higher performing and more stable than the simple commercial quadcopters. Therefore, you need to invest in the expensive drones and the additional equipment, but the payback period is quite short if you manage to develop your business. In addition, you have to be well trained in RC flying and aerial recording as well.
