Welcome to the
Drone Badge Program
DroneUp has expanded its services with the DroneUp Badge Program. The program categorizes
drone pilots with certain dexterity and knowledge. Badges are like certifications that qualify a pilot for
job opportunities. This is enables DroneUp with the ability to match the appropriate pilot to the
corresponding niche job which maximizes efficiency and client satisfaction. The program features a
variety of objectives. When the badge is earned, it appears in the pilot’s profile on the DroneUp mobile app. Knowing our pilots are up to the challenge, we have current missions that award badges once proof
of content or documents are submitted. These badges are relatively simple in nature to earn, however,
as missions become more complex, so will earning a badge to list on the pilot profile. New badges are
created regularly to keep pilot certifications modernized. These badges can be found in the
Achievements section via the DroneUp mobile app.
360 Image
Pilot has captured a 360 image via a deployed mission or by the pilots own initiative.
Aerial Inspection
Capturing content like Buildings, Construction, Solar, Wind Turbines, Power Lines or Cell Towers would qualify for this badge.
Aerial Mapping
Pilot must show proficiency with autonomous mapping app(s) and show proof of their orthomosaic work.
C.O.A Training
Pilot has taken Certificate of Authorization (COA) training.
Cinematic Plot
Pilot shows video that includes smooth and cinematic abilities. Please check the DroneUp app for detailed instructions on this badge.
Daylight 107.29
Pilots obtains and uploads proof of a Daylight 107.29 waiver.
DJI Intermediate
Pilot shows at least 5 flying hours, providing a screenshot of flying hours in the DJI Go App’s “Flying Records” section.
DJI Expert
Pilot shows at least 25 flying hours, providing a screenshot from the DJI Go App’s “Flying Records” section.
DJI Pro
Pilot shows at least 50 flying hours, providing a screenshot from the DJI Go App’s “Flying Records” section.
Drone Registration
Pilot has registered their drone(s) with the FAA.
Hangar 360
Pilot uses the Hangar app to capture an interactive 360 image.
Hangar Autopilot
Pilot has shown proficiency in the use of the Hangar Autopilot platform.
Insurance Verified
Pilot shows proof of drone liability insurance with coverage of $1 million or more.
Litchi
Pilot shows a screenshot of obtaining and using the Litchi app.
Night Training
Pilot has provided documentation of successfully passing a Night Flight Course.
107 Certified
Pilot shows certification which demonstrates compliance with FAA.
Part 107 Training
Pilot completes the 107 Prep Course and Practice Exam that we provide online.
Responsible Community Pilot
Earned by completing and scoring 90% or better on the DroneUp Safe Operations course test.
Refer A Friend
Refer a friend to download the DroneUp app and email badges@droneup.com of their username so we can verify the referral was successful.
SAR
Pilot must achieve one of the following: Complete a DroneUp Search and Rescue mission. Show proof of a routine Search and Rescue exercise.
Social Engagement
Pilot tags and shares content about DroneUp through their social media channels.
Storm Chaser
Pilot has successfully flown a weather related mission and submits content from deployed mission.
Verifly Member
Pilot provides a screenshot showing proof of membership with Verifly Insurance.
