While many hit the beach or binge Netflix during holidays, some in Shanghai are chasing a different kind of thrill: mastering drone piloting! 🇨🇳 With China's booming 'low-altitude' economy—think delivery drones, aerial photography, and emergency services—the demand for licensed operators is soaring faster than a quadcopter at full throttle.
Here’s the buzz: There are 1.9 million registered drones across the Chinese mainland but only 225,000 certified pilots. That’s like having 8 drones for every qualified flyer! 🚨 No wonder training centers are packed, even during National Day breaks.
"It’s not just a hobby anymore—it’s a career rocket," says Li Wei, a 24-year-old trainee in Shanghai. With non-commercial licenses becoming a must for legal flights, young professionals and tech enthusiasts are scrambling to level up their skills. 💼📈
From monitoring crops to filming K-drama-worthy wedding videos, drones are reshaping industries. And guess what? This sky’s-the-limit trend is creating serious job opportunities. Who needs a 9-to-5 when you can have a 9-to-fly? 😎
