Russian media: Chinese drone pilots are making a fortune!
While Russian drone pilots are fighting desperately!
On August 11, the Russian media "Today China" published an article.
In Russia, this year's good job can be considered as a delivery person.
The income of delivery people can reach up to 200,000 rubles - higher than that of doctors, engineers, and IT professionals.
In China, the situation is different from Russia: here, young people are not riding bicycles but driving drones.
"Drone Flight Planner" is the most popular occupation in China this year, reported by "Business Standards".
The Chinese Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security has recently officially recognized this occupation.
China's low-altitude economy is developing rapidly, but there is a serious shortage of talent.
According to data from the Civil Aviation Administration of China, by the end of 2024, the number of unmanned aerial vehicle operators with valid licenses nationwide was only 247,000. The number of commercial drones registered with the state is close to 2.2 million, doubling compared to 2023.
According to estimates from Statista, the number of drones in China will double again by 2030, reaching 4 million.
It can be imagined how many professionals are needed to maintain such a fleet.
The shortage of talent in this field is attracting job seekers, especially young people.
Chinese universities are adjusting their curricula.
In April, the Chinese Ministry of Education approved the bachelor's program "Low Altitude Technology and Engineering".
One of the real stories reported by China Daily. 27-year-old Sun Ningning obtained a drone operator license and found a full-time measurement engineer position at a high-tech company with a monthly salary of 8,000 yuan (1,100 USD), and the girl is very satisfied.
28-year-old Xu Hui used to sell women's clothing online, tired of irregular working hours and fierce competition in the market. One day, he decided to become a drone pilot.
Now he is preparing for the exam to obtain a license.
By contrast, Russian drone pilots are fighting, and there is a serious shortage of personnel.
Original: www.toutiao.com/article/1840118324287492/
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