- Date
- February 25-27, 2027
- Time
- 9:00AM - 12:00PM (EST)
- Sponsor
- South Carolina Chapter
- Location
- Zoom (Live Synchronous)
Zoom
29201
- Instructor
- Lamar Ellis, III, MAI
- Full Price
- $75.00
- AI Price
- $60.00
Course Description
Drawing from the highlights of my seven-hour educational LIVE program, this condensed webinar will introduce real estate professionals to the practical applications of how aerial imagery can provide valuable perspectives and information for real estate inspections.
The webinar will be organized into three sections:
Section One: Types of Drones
An introduction to drone technology, including different types of aircraft and the environments they fly in. We will also discuss additional cost in equipment, cameras, sensors, and other necessary items needed for an aerial inspection.
Section Two: Uses and Trends
An examination of drone aerial applications in appraisal, property inspections, construction, insurance, property management, and marketing. We will also explore the technologies, including thermal imaging, 3D modeling, mapping, and LiDAR.
Section Three: Mission Day (From Contract to Payment)
A in-depth look at a professional drone assignment, beginning with the client inquiry and contract and continuing through mission planning, preparation, flight operations, data collection, delivery of the finished product, invoicing, and payment. Along the way, I will introduce the class to FAA rules, operational requirements, and safety considerations. They will be incorporated throughout the presentation.
About the Instructor
Lamar Ellis, III hold the MAI and SRA designations and have more than 35 years of experience in real estate. He is President of Drone Education Services, an FAA Safety Team Representative, and a Georgia DronePro. His experience combines real estate appraisal, drone operations, professional education, and aviation safety.
Seminar Details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Audience: Real estate appraisers and other real estate professionals
- Continuing Education: Received approval from South Carolina. Waiting for approval from North Carolina and Georgia.
This is a visually engaging presentation that introduces appraisers to the opportunities, capabilities, and practical considerations of using drone technology in real estate.
Who Should Enroll
Ideal for appraisers looking to expand their practice or better understand reports that use drone technology.
State Approvals
| State | QE/CE | Course & Exam | Course Only | Exam Only | Delivery Format | Start Date | Expire Date | State Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | CE | 3 | Synchronous | 11/09/2026 | 12/31/2028 | 20-1425989' (South Carolina Chapter) |
Course Objectives
Course Objectives
After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify the main types of drones, the environments they’re suited for, and the equipment, cameras and sensors an aerial inspection requires
- Estimate the added costs of starting and running a drone program
- Describe how drones are used in appraisal, property inspection, construction, insurance, property management and marketing
- Explain the uses and limits of thermal imaging, 3D modeling, mapping and LiDAR in real estate
- Outline a professional drone assignment from start to finish: client inquiry, contract, mission planning, flight operations, data collection, delivery, invoicing and payment
- Recognize the main FAA rules, operating requirements and safety considerations for commercial drone flights
- Evaluate whether drone imagery and data would add value to an appraisal assignment or an existing practice
Pricing Options
| Rate | Full Price | AI Price |
|---|---|---|
| Early-Bird
Today thru 01/31/2027 |
$75.00 | $60.00 |
| Standard
02/01/2027 thru 02/25/2027 |
$90.00 | $75.00 |
Event Information
ive stream/Synchronous Continuing Education: 3-Hours. Please note this live stream/synchronous class is approved by the South Carolina Real Estate Appraisal Board and Appraisal Institute for continuing education credit. This class is also approved in other states live stream/synchronous. Students licensed in other states should determine current approval and requirements prior to registering.
Class Schedule:
Log-in and Roll Call: 8:30 – 9:00 AM ET
Class Instruction: 9:00 AM – 12:00 pm ET
Chapter Membership Meeting: 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET
You must have a working camera and must upload a copy of your ID to receive credit for the class.