FAQ on the Expansion of the Commercial Drone Industry and Its Impact on Stocks

What is driving the growth of the commercial drone market?

The growth is driven by regulatory approvals like the FAA’s Part 108 rule, advances in automation, and wider adoption by enterprise and government users, with the market expected to grow from $10.2 billion in 2023 to over $35 billion by 2030.

How is the FAA contributing to the expansion of drone operations?

The FAA is preparing to finalize Part 108, enabling Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations, which removes a major barrier to scale and allows drones to operate more like infrastructure.

What is ZenaTech’s role in the drone industry?

ZenaTech is emerging as a first mover in converting legacy land survey and field service operations into scalable platforms powered by autonomous drones and a Drone as a Service (DaaS) model, focusing on acquisitions to expand its customer base and revenue.

What are the benefits of ZenaTech’s DaaS model?

The DaaS model provides commercial and government customers with access to advanced drone services without the need for capital investments, pilot training, or regulatory approvals, enabling faster decision-making across various sectors.

How is policy affecting the drone sector?

Policy changes, such as the White House executive order fast-tracking FAA approvals for BVLOS drone missions and prioritizing U.S.-made drones, are becoming a tailwind for the sector, opening up new federal opportunities.

What future expansions is ZenaTech planning?

ZenaTech is expanding into verticals like powerline inspection, industrial maintenance, security monitoring, and wildfire forecasting, with over 20 acquisition targets in its pipeline to modernize field operations across sectors.

What certifications is ZenaTech working towards?

ZenaTech is working towards Green and Blue UAS certifications to access expanding federal opportunities and position itself as a key provider of secure, NDAA-compliant drone systems.