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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 32 MIN

INTERVIEW | Make Money with a Drone Business: How Damon Darnall Turned Emerging Technology into a Six-Figure Opportunity

from Travis Makes Money · host Travis Chappell

Damon Darnall, known as "The Drone Boss," is the founder of Sky Eye Network, a two-time world record holder, and one of the leading authorities on drone technology and AI-powered aviation. As a member of NASA's UTM board and a pioneer in the drone industry since the early 1990s, Damon has helped more than 37,000 people earn their FAA Part 107 licenses and guided over 14,000 entrepreneurs in launching profitable drone businesses. In this episode, Damon shares how drones are creating massive business opportunities across industries and explains why the market is still wide open for aspiring entrepreneurs. On this episode we talk about: How Damon made his first money with drones back in 1993 Why the drone industry is still in its early stages of adoption The best low-cost drone business opportunities for beginners How drone services are helping real estate agents and businesses grow revenue What it takes to build a six- or seven-figure drone business Top 3 Takeaways The drone industry is still largely untapped, creating enormous opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to get started now. Starting with simple services like real estate photography can generate quick cash flow without requiring expensive equipment or specialized expertise. The key to building a successful drone business is focusing on recurring clients and letting your customers fund your expansion into more advanced services. Notable Quotes "Most businesses don't even know they need drone services yet. That's what creates the opportunity." "You can get started for about $1,500 and begin building a six-figure business." "People will work 60 hours a week for their boss, but won't spend a few hours a day building their own future." Connect with Damon Darnall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedroneboss/ Website: https://www.thedroneboss.com/ Other: https://dronecommandlive.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to  https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Damon Darnall, known as "The Drone Boss," is the founder of Sky Eye Network, a two-time world record holder, and one of the leading authorities on drone technology and AI-powered aviation. As a member of NASA's UTM board and a pioneer in the drone industry since the early 1990s, Damon has helped more than 37,000 people earn their FAA Part 107 licenses and guided over 14,000 entrepreneurs in launching profitable drone businesses. In this episode, Damon shares how drones are creating massive business opportunities across industries and explains why the market is still wide open for aspiring entrepreneurs. On this episode we talk about: How Damon made his first money with drones back in 1993 Why the drone industry is still in its early stages of adoption The best low-cost drone business opportunities for beginners How drone services are helping real estate agents and businesses grow revenue What it takes to build a six- or seven-figure drone business Top 3 Takeaways The drone industry is still largely untapped, creating enormous opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to get started now. Starting with simple services like real estate photography can generate quick cash flow without requiring expensive equipment or specialized expertise. The key to building a successful drone business is focusing on recurring clients and letting your customers fund your expansion into more advanced services. Notable Quotes "Most businesses don't even know they need drone services yet. That's what creates the opportunity." "You can get started for about $1,500 and begin building a six-figure business." "People will work 60 hours a week for their boss, but won't spend a few hours a day building their own future." Connect with Damon Darnall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedroneboss/ Website: https://www.thedroneboss.com/ Other: https://dronecommandlive.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to  https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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