Not so long ago, it seems like drones are only to be seen on silver screens and to be read on paperback novels hinged to the ideas of some science fiction authors such as Michael Crichton and Tom Clancy. But nowadays, drones can be seen almost everywhere. From its first use in government and military missions to social media and connectivity usage, drones have truly made its presence felt in the human world.
To highlight some of its known uses in various industries, drones are most of the time used for reconnaissance purposes. At presents, aerial drones in particular are being introduced as a tool for social media interaction and even for realtor application.
Yup, drones are likewise being utilized in the real estate industry as a tool in promoting properties. Different types of drones are being employed in the process of marketing properties being sold or auctioned. But the standout and the most convenient ones are the aerial drones which by function do not only take photos but also record videos definitely useful on media or sales presentations.
Such alternative is seen to be highly cheaper compared to the use of other traditional methods, such as the use choppers and even small planes for aerial photo-shoots. This will not only cut down the budget for fuel and other related cost generating factors for gathering data or images, but it would likewise lessen the effort of the realtor or agent.
However, though the application of aerial drones may sound sweet and too good to be true, it still cannot be fully and easily utilized in the real estate industry by most realtors. For certain waivers and approval from Federal Aviation Administration or FAA should be acquired. And for the record, it was just recently that the FAA gave an approval of the use of aerial drones to a person. Thus, making Douglas Trudeau, first agent to receive an exemption under the FAA's rules allowing him to sweep over the area of the properties he would like to capture the images. But such permission entails 33 restrictions including a licensed pilot for every flight that the drone would be taking.
Though strict restrictions are being implemented, this will not stop agents and other individuals from acquiring and utilizing drones, aerial drones, for commercial and personal use.