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Short-term commercial drone insurance

Flying commercially
for a one-off job?
Get covered fast.

Short-term hull and liability insurance for commercial drone operators. Perfect for occasional flights, project-based work, or testing new clients. Coverage from 1 day to 30 days.

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Drone liability — your exposure

$125,000+

Average cost of a personal injury claim from a drone strike, including hospitalisation, lost income, and legal defence costs.

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Collision damage Covered
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Theft of drone Covered
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Third-party injury Up to $20M
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Legal defence costs Covered
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Hull + liability in one policy
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Coverage from 1 to 30 days
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Certificate issued instantly
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Up to $20M liability protection

Who this is for

Designed for commercial drone operators needing temporary cover

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Freelance aerial photographers
Occasional gigs filming properties, events, or landscapes.
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Real estate agents
Property marketing flights for listings and aerial views.
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Event videographers
Weddings, festivals, and corporate events captured from the air.
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Surveyors & inspectors
Project-based surveying, mapping, and infrastructure inspection.
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Construction monitors
Short-term contracts for site monitoring and progress documentation.
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Agricultural pilots
Seasonal crop monitoring, spraying, and land assessment.

What's covered

Hull cover + third-party liability in one policy

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Crash damage
Physical loss or damage to your drone during flight operations.
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Fire & lightning
Destruction from fire, explosion, or lightning strikes.
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Theft & malicious damage
Theft of your drone up to agreed value, subject to security requirements.
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Transit damage
Damage while your drone is properly packed and in transit.
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Personal injury liability
Third-party bodily injury claims up to $20M per occurrence.
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Property damage liability
Third-party property damage claims up to $20M per occurrence.
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Legal defence costs
Paid in addition to your policy limit — even if the claim is groundless.
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Total loss replacement
Agreed value replacement if your drone is beyond repair.
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Australia-wide cover
Fly anywhere in Australia under one policy.

Real scenarios

Where this cover protects you

The collision
Claim: $8,000

You're filming a property for a real estate listing. A sudden gust blows your drone into a neighbour's window, shattering it and damaging interior furniture.

Coverage: Property damage compensation and legal defence costs.
The crash
Claim: $15,000

Your $15,000 drone crashes during an inspection flight due to GPS failure. The drone is destroyed and unrepairable.

Coverage: Hull damage up to your declared drone value (agreed value policy).
The theft
Claim: $12,000

Your drone is stolen from your vehicle between jobs. Replacement cost: $12,000.

Coverage: Theft of drone up to agreed value (subject to security requirements).
The injury
Claim: $125,000

Your drone strikes a bystander during an event filming job. They suffer a head injury requiring hospitalisation.

Coverage: Medical expenses, lost income, legal defence, and compensation up to $20M.

What's not covered

Know the limits of your policy

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Wear and tear
Gradual deterioration or routine maintenance issues.
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Racing or air shows
Unless pre-agreed with the insurer.
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Unlicensed operators
The operator must have 10+ hours of flight experience and training.
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Illegal flights
Flights outside CASA regulations are not covered.
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Poor maintenance
Failure to maintain the drone per manufacturer's guidelines.
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Business interruption
Lost income from cancelled bookings requires separate cover.

How it works

Get covered in 3 simple steps

1
Answer 4 quick questions
Tell us about your drone, how you use it, and the dates you need cover. Takes about 2 minutes.
2
Get your quote
We'll generate an instant quote. No paperwork, no phone calls.
3
Pay & fly
Accept your quote and pay online. Your certificate of currency is issued instantly.
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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about DroneCare 2 Go

Can I extend my cover if the job runs longer? +
Yes, contact us before your policy expires. We can extend for additional days (subject to a maximum of 30 days total).
Do I need a drone pilot licence? +
You need either a RePL (Remote Pilot Licence), or 10+ hours flight experience plus a completed RPAS training course. If you're still in training, you're covered while under official instructor supervision.
What if I own multiple drones? +
You can insure multiple drones on one policy. Each drone needs its own declared value and will have a separate excess.
Can I get cover for the same day? +
Yes, if you purchase before the flight begins. Coverage starts immediately upon payment.
Is this cheaper than annual cover? +
For occasional work (less than 50 days/year), yes. If you fly more than 50 days/year, DroneCare Online (annual) is more cost-effective.
What if my flight is cancelled due to weather? +
If you don't fly, you can request a full refund (if no flights occurred) or postpone the coverage period.

Get covered for your next flight

Quote in 2 minutes. Certificate issued instantly. Coverage starts when you need it.

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