{"id":4461,"date":"2019-06-20T06:21:44","date_gmt":"2019-06-20T06:21:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bestdroneforthejob.com\/?p=4461"},"modified":"2019-09-04T02:10:36","modified_gmt":"2019-09-04T02:10:36","slug":"skywatchai-integrates-brokers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestdroneforthejob.com\/blog\/skywatchai-integrates-brokers\/","title":{"rendered":"Drone Insurance Platform SkywatchAI Integrates With 9 Leading Brokers"},"content":{"rendered":"
The news comes as a pleasant surprise to both recreational and commercial drone operators. It shows that the UAS ecosystem still has room for innovation.<\/p>\n
The nine brokers are Falcon Insurance, Aviation Marine, Fields Group, InsureMyDrone (MFE Insurance), Harpenau Insurance, Aerial Pak (Hill & Usher), Plimsoll Specialty, Sky Smith and Skyvuze.<\/strong><\/p>\n The insurance program is underwritten by Starr Insurance Companies<\/a>, one of the biggest aviation insurers in America. It\u2019s also conveniently available through the Android and iOS apps, as well as the SkyWatch Web portal.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n SkyWatch.AI<\/a> markets itself as an on-demand drone insurance solution.<\/strong><\/p>\n As opposed to traditional insurance that requires lots of paperwork and months of commitment, Skywatch.AI\u2019s coverage can last mere hours.<\/p>\n You only pay for the time you spend flying the drone.<\/p>\n Once downloaded, signing up or logging into your skywatch account is easy.<\/strong><\/p>\n On the home screen, there\u2019s a blue circle over the map that represents the flight area. Its radius ranges from \u215b to \u00bd a mile, with an option for drawing more precise flight zones.<\/p>\n The map also indicates high-risk zones such as major roads, schools, hospitals, and public utilities. The more you navigate towards these restricted zones, the higher your hourly payment is going to be.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n To purchase drone insurance, you must set a flight zone.<\/strong> If you fly your UAV in the evening, you\u2019ll most likely receive a prompt informing you of higher nighttime charges.<\/p>\n This is only logical because sight is more impaired during darkness, which increases the chances of accidents happening.<\/p>\n The next option is choosing your liability limit, which ranges from $500,000 to $10 million.<\/p>\n Afterward, choose the number of hours your drone is going to be airborne. These two determine the final amount you pay in insurance charges. The base cost ranges from $10 to $25 per hour.<\/strong><\/p>\n Once set, agree to the terms and conditions and your insurance policy will be ready for purchase. You\u2019ll also receive an email confirming the same.<\/p>\n For those who need long term insurance coverage, SkyWatch.AI also offers monthly plans<\/a>. Unlike the hourly plans, the longer plans include full coverage.<\/p>\n This means you\u2019ll be compensated for accidental drone damage.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Skywatch.AI also has its very own fully functional flight app that is intuitive to use.<\/strong><\/p>\n You might be tempted to use your drone manufacturer\u2019s custom app, but this alternative offers certain benefits.<\/p>\n It shows you the exact amount of time you have before the policy you\u2019ve bought expires.<\/p>\n By keeping a log of your flight details, it also ensures you\u2019re eligible for future discounts. Just as car insurers do, Skywatch.AI gives discounts to policyholders with a history of safe flying.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The commercial and hobbyist drone market is growing like crazy. The demand for drone insurance has also gone up.<\/strong><\/p>\n The integration between SkyWatch.AI and leading insurance brokers allows drone pilots and drone service companies to access affordable and convenient insurance options through their existing brokers.<\/p>\n The new integrated insurance program will be available via a web portal.<\/p>\n New SkyWatch.AI customers can go directly to the dedicated web portal without having to download the app.<\/strong><\/p>\n Existing customers who are already using the SkyWatch app<\/strong><\/a> will have their app account synchronized with the web portal.<\/p>\n They\u2019ll be able to use either platform without losing any data.<\/p>\n
\nHow it works<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nCost of insurance<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nSkywatch.AI\u2019s main features<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nMore brokers Provide Wider Access to Insurance<\/strong><\/h2>\n