Is flying drones for a non-profit a "commercial" job?  Usually, we don't think of non-profits as commercial businesses.  While non-profits like churches don't technically make money, do you need a Part 107 to work for them?

Today, we talk to Paul in Arkansas about this very question.  Paul holds a Part 107 license and wants to know if this will help him get a drone job working with non-profits.  Should he be advocating for the benefits of hiring a licensed pilot?  Furthermore, should he warn non-profits about the danger of hiring non-licensed pilots?

In order to answer Paul's question, we discuss why it is vital for non-profits to work only with Part 107 pilots.  After all, non-profits do generate money.  However, the FAA sees non-profits differently.  Even if that money isn't "profit", they can still get in trouble for working with non-licensed pilots.  In short, the answer to Paul's question is, "Yes, non-profits should only be hiring licensed drone pilots".

If you're a drone pilot interested in working with non-profits, don't miss this episode!  Congratulations on the Part 107 Paul!  Fly safe!

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Timestamps

Today we discuss whether non profits need Part 107 certified pilots

Paul explains why non-profits are actually working for "furtherance of business", and explains why they would need Part 107 certified pilots

Are clients who hire illegal drone pilots likely to get into trouble with the FAA?

Does FAA keep a record of drone operators caught flying without a Part 107 license?

Paul talks about FAA's efforts with regards to speeding up the authorization process

Paul urges everyone to fill out the FAA survey about the troubles that drone operators are facing with the authorization process