Pilot Prodigies · Colorado and Arizona
Pilot Prodigies refers local businesses to independent drone pilots who hold FAA Part 107 certificates. Many of our pilots are students, so every job helps one pay for college.
45+
Clients served by our network pilots
2023
The year Pilot Prodigies was founded
2
States served, Colorado and Arizona
100%
Of network pilots hold Part 107
Our Goal
We want to grow until many more students are flying paid jobs. That work helps them support their families and pay for college.
Every referral you request moves that goal forward.
Hire a certified pilot and help a student earn their way through school.
Get a ReferralHold a Part 107 certificate and want paid work? Join the network for referrals, training, and advice.
Join the NetworkStudent Impact
Every job a client books puts money directly in a student's hands.
18
Student pilots earning through referrals
$62K
Earned by student pilots so far
120+
Jobs completed for local clients
11
Pilots using earnings for college tuition
Services
Pilots in our network have served more than 45 clients across these four areas. Local businesses pay for aerial work when it is done safely and delivered on time.
Aerial photos and video that show a listing, its lot, and its neighborhood from above.
Clear images of storm damage and roof condition, captured without a ladder.
Overhead footage that captures weddings, reunions, and community events from a new angle.
Orthomosaic maps and elevation models ready to load into your GIS software.
Gallery
How Referrals Work
Pilot Prodigies is a free referral service. Every pilot runs an independent business and works with you directly.
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Share the service, location, and timing you need.
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We connect you with a certified pilot near your site.
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The pilot sends a quote, flies the job, and delivers your files.
Safety First
Training is our biggest advantage. Every pilot holds a Part 107 certificate, and our engineering students understand airspace, weather, and safety.
Our pilots check airspace, weather, and risk before every flight, just like airplane pilots do. That habit gives clients reliable results and safe operations.
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Pilots confirm airspace rules and authorizations for each site.
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Wind, visibility, and conditions are reviewed before launch.
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Every flight plan accounts for people, property, and obstacles.
Service Area
Our network pilots live near the communities they serve.
Colorado: Boulder, Denver, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs.
Arizona: Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Tucson, and Flagstaff.
Outside these areas? Ask anyway, because pilots often travel.
About the Network
Pilot Prodigies began in 2023 as a free aviation and STEM outreach program that brings drone workshops to schools. Through that program we built a network of certified drone pilots and engineering students.
Each pilot takes jobs independently, and the network shares referrals, training, and advice. When you hire one of our pilots, you support a student working toward college.
Every pilot in our network holds a Part 107 certificate.
Our engineering students understand airspace, weather, and safety.
Every referral helps a student pilot earn money, support their family, and pay for college.
For Student Pilots
Members receive client referrals, training, and advice from other pilots. You run your own business, set your own prices, and keep what you earn.
Apply to JoinYou must hold a current FAA remote pilot certificate.
Pilots under 18 need a parent or guardian's consent.
You are enrolled in high school, college, or trade school.
You carry your own drone liability insurance policy.
You own or lease a registered drone for client work.
You complete our free preflight and safety orientation.
Most clients find us through word of mouth and our website. Satisfied clients send repeat work and referrals.
The aerial photos made our listing stand out right away. The pilot was on time, professional, and delivered edited images the next day.
After a hailstorm we needed roof images fast. Our pilot documented every house on the list without anyone climbing a ladder.
The overhead video of our family reunion is something we will keep forever. It feels great knowing we helped a student pay for school.
Client FAQ
Each pilot sets their own prices and sends you a quote. Real estate shoots typically start around $150, and mapping projects are quoted by acreage.
Yes. Every pilot in the network carries their own liability insurance. Ask your pilot for proof of coverage before the flight.
Most pilots can schedule a flight within a week. Edited photos are usually delivered within 48 hours, depending on weather.
No. Referrals are always free for clients. You pay the pilot directly for their work.
The pilot you hire is responsible for the job. Each pilot is an independent business that contracts with you directly.
En Español
Pilot Prodigies conecta a negocios locales con pilotos de drones independientes y certificados por la FAA. Cada trabajo ayuda a un estudiante a apoyar a su familia y pagar la universidad.
¿Eres estudiante con certificado Part 107? Únete a nuestra red para recibir referencias, capacitación y consejos.
Contact
Our pilots serve clients in Colorado and Arizona. Send a few details and we will refer you to a pilot. The pilot will contact you directly with a quote.