The screen flashes "Pass." You pump your fist. You walk out to the parking lot — and then it hits you: nobody actually told you what comes next. Your score sheet proves you passed a knowledge exam. It does not make you a licensed commercial drone pilot. Not yet.

In this episode, we break down:
• The IACRA application — why the test score isn't your certificate and what you actually need to do to get one
• Drone insurance — what clients actually require before they'll book you, and how to get covered affordably as a new pilot
• Business setup — LLC formation, business bank accounts, written contracts, and expense tracking from day one
• Portfolio building — how to get real footage before you have real clients (hint: fly before you get paid)
• Airspace compliance — Remote ID, LAANC authorization, and the 60-second pre-flight checklist that protects your certificate
• Finding clients and pricing — real estate as your entry point, realistic rate benchmarks, and why you should never underprice your certification

Resources mentioned in this episode:
• FAA IACRA Portal: https://iacra.faa.gov
• Red Raven Part 107 Online Course: https://www.redravenuas.com/part107
• Full Blog Post: https://www.redravenuas.com/blog/you-passed-part-107-now-what
• Red Raven Services & Consulting: https://www.redravenuas.com/services
• For drone training, program development, and FAA Part 107 certification: https://www.redravenuas.com

For UAS consulting, on-site training, and FAA Part 107 certification, visit redravenuas.com

This episode was produced using AI-assisted narration and editing under Red Raven editorial direction.