has to pass the pilot certification exam. *for compensation I don't envision other uses for it, but like all the other tools I have to use as an inspector, will eventually be used for trips and stuff. There's a whole host of things you cannot do with the thing and a whole host of places you can't fly it. Roof inspections are the tamest, fully-accredited use for the time being. NC SOP for inspectors sez we are NOT required to get on roofs. Even though I know how and have ladders to accommodate, using a drone is faster, safer and just as accurate if not moreso. The camera for stills & video in the drone is very very good. ** Edited by PhotoHokieNC at 6/15/2026, 2:46:44 PM