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Drone Dividend: Practical Applications for Commercial Real Estate 2025

This live stream provided a comprehensive and independent analysis of the practical applications of drones for commercial real estate. The session covered how three converging forces (technology maturity, regulatory clarity, and urban permitting) are making drone programs scalable in 2025. In this research note, you will find a summary of the live stream, along with access to the slides for subscribers. Why Drones Are Ready for Mainstream Adoption Three converging forces are creating unprecedented opportunities for applications in commercial real estate: Technology Maturity: Autonomous flight capabilities, advanced thermal and LiDAR sensor payloads, and AI-powered analytics have reached commercial viability. Modern drones can execute complex inspection missions with minimal human intervention while delivering actionable data. Regulatory Framework: The FAA’s Remote ID requirement, enforced since March 2024, provides the foundation for advanced operations. Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waivers are becoming more accessible, enabling expanded operational scope. Urban Permitting Progress: Major cities like New York now […]

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