It’s an exciting time in China! 🚁 Drones aren’t just toys anymore—they’re creating amazing new jobs for people, maybe even for you! Let’s dive into how drone pilots are becoming the next big thing.
Flying Bananas? 🍌 You Bet!
Imagine a drone carrying a big bunch of bananas down a steep mountain. Sounds cool, right? That’s exactly what’s happening in Yunnan, a province in the Chinese mainland. A man named Li, who was a truck driver for 20 years, now flies drones to help farmers get their sweet bananas safely down the mountains.
Why Use Drones?
The mountains in Yunnan are really steep. Farmers grow super sweet bananas there, but getting them down without squishing them was a big problem. Carrying them by hand was slow and caused damage. Drones to the rescue! They can fly the bananas down quickly and safely.
A Sky-High Demand ✈️
China had almost 2 million registered drones by June 2024, but only about 225,000 licensed pilots. That means there’s a huge demand for people who know how to fly drones. It’s a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in technology and flying.
More Than Deliveries
Drones are doing all sorts of awesome things in China:
- Delivering emergency medicine 💊
- Inspecting power lines ⚡
- Cleaning tall buildings 🏢
- Transporting seafood over the sea 🐟
Learning to Fly 🚀
Many people are signing up for drone flying schools. It can take about a month to get a drone pilot’s license. While the training costs money, pilots can earn good salaries, sometimes up to 10,000 yuan a month!
Back to the Countryside 🌾
Young people are returning to their hometowns to become “new farmers.” They’re using drones to make farming easier. For example, Wang, who used to be a hairdresser in the city, now flies drones to transport oranges in his village. Drones can carry heavy loads quickly, saving time and effort.
Your Turn to Take Off ☁️
With drones doing so many cool things, becoming a drone pilot could be a dream job. If you love gadgets and flying, this might be the perfect career for you. Who knows? Maybe you’ll be the next drone pilot soaring the skies!
Reference(s):
Drone pilots emerge as next sought-after profession in China
cgtn.com
