How do I know what to charge for my first commercial gig?

Price for business value and deliverables, not just flight time.

Pricing

Commercial

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Reviewed by Damon Darnall

Hourly pricing alone can understate your value and compress margins. Anchor pricing to outcomes, project scope, deliverable complexity, turnaround expectations, and client impact. Clear proposals and boundaries help protect profit while increasing close rates. If you want hands-on implementation support, learn more at Drone Command Live: https://dronecommandlive.com.

March 24, 2026