3 reasons to make your drone compliant (and how to do it)

Do you have a drone that isn't recognised by ENAC? Don't panic, you can make it compliant. We explain how to do it (and above all why it's important)

In 2014, drones were the product of the year. Useful for thousands of applications, the world discovered a new tool that simplifies and eases technical and videography work.
Production and sales moved much faster than the rules governing the use of multicopters, so much so that only around the middle of last year were the ENAC rules for the use of drones defined more clearly, and they are still part of regulations in the making.

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This led many modelling enthusiasts, photographers and video experts aiming to specialise in aerial footage to make an investment and study the best way to use these complex and beautiful tools of the future. But now many of these pioneers (almost all of them) find themselves unable to make the best use of the equipment they invested in, let alone for commercial purposes, without risking very heavy fines.

So what can you do?

Fortunately it is possible to make your drone compliant by turning to a body that is appointed and authorised to do so (as is the case with Aerialclick).

Here is a brief summary of why it is important to make your drone compliant:

1 - Without a drone recognised by ENAC (that is, with an RPAS that does not comply with the regulations and technical characteristics set by the Italian Civil Aviation Authority), you cannot enter into commercial agreements of any kind and you cannot provide services to third parties.

2 - With a recognised aircraft you will have more credibility with your clients, setting yourself apart in today's jungle of more or less improvised drone pilots.

3 - With the training in the application fields you choose to pursue, you will be able to provide services to private individuals, public bodies, farms, and archaeological and cultural heritage authorities (in short, to any private individual, company or body that may need professional mapping). You will then truly be able to get your business off the ground.

How to do it?

Our experience in the sector has taught us that getting an RPAS recognised is not a simple or immediate process; technical skills and experience are needed before obtaining ENAC recognition. That is why it is important to rely on those who offer step-by-step technical consulting.

These "steps" range from understanding the aircraft's technical specifications and what is needed to make it compliant with ENAC rules, to the documentation to be sent to the Authority.

The experimentation phase requires specific manoeuvres, forms and operations calibrated ad hoc, so it is very important to have a guide who follows you step by step.

Aerialclick does this remotely but also in person, allowing anyone who wishes to stay free of charge in one of our partner accommodations throughout the guided experimentation period.

The first rule to always remember is to rely on recognised bodies that know how demanding and rewarding it is to work with your own drone, which has been not just a toy but an investment.
One that is worth as much as your professionalism.

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