License and Permit
Federal Aviation Administration Certified Pilot
In order to fly your drone under the FAA’s Small UAS Rule (Part 107), you must obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. This certificate demonstrates that you understand the regulations, operating requirements, and procedures for safely flying drones.
Gold Seal Remote Pilot Certification
Gold Seal has been the #1 internet-based pilot training center for over ten years. Instructional modules and materials are developed and delivered by FAA certificated flight instructors.
FEMA Certification
The FEMA certification programs are conducted in cooperation with the Emergency Management Institute (EMI). The first certification is the Professional Development Series (PDS). It is awarded upon completion of seven FEMA courses. These courses may be taken as independent study or in the classroom.
Responsible Community Pilot
DroneUp provides end-to-end aerial data collection services for large, autonomous missions; leveraging our patent-pending platform, Mission MatchTM. DroneUp locates, qualifies and deploys drone pilots to your client requirements delivering on-demand drone services in-app alongside 24/7 manned, mission over-site.
International Association of Press Photographers
The International Association of Press Photographers is an independent, internationally active association of journalists. Over the years, IAPP has not only earned recognition among national press photographers but has established a solid reputation on the international level. Whether you are a part-time or a full-time journalist, the International Association of Press Photographers welcomes everyone with open arms.
CERTIFIED INTERNATIONAL PRESS PHOTOGRAPHER
Certification by IAPP shows potential clients that you are an expert in your field. Anyone can buy a camera and claim to be a press photographer. IAPP certification establishes trust and proves that you are a professional. In addition, you will be increasing your chances to enter into partnerships with news organizations, businesses, or institutions, which will give momentum to your freelance work and helps protect your livelihood.
Certified Drone Photographer
The Certified Professional Photographer program is operated by Professional Photographers of America (PPA). With more than 150 years of history, PPA’s long narrative parallels the origins of photography itself. The Challenge to Succeed: 150 Years of Professional Photographers of America is available at Marathon Press.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a large regulatory agency of the United States Department of Labor that originally had federal visitorial powers to inspect and examine workplaces.
European Union Aviation Safety Agency
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency is an agency of the European Union with responsibility for civil aviation safety. It carries out certification, regulation and standardisation and also performs investigation and monitoring.
