ideaForge unveils ‘FLYGHT Franchise’ India’s first Drone as a Service model


ideaForge Technology Limited has introduced India’s first app-based Drone as a Service (DaaS) model, known as FLYGHT Franchise. This launch represents a significant advancement for the drone industry in India, allowing large enterprises and organizations to utilize UAV technology as needed while benefiting from ideaForge’s operational expertise.

According to the company, UAVs are increasingly crucial in sectors like public safety, infrastructure, and government services. The FLYGHT Franchise provides businesses with the opportunity to combine drone solutions with entrepreneurial independence and access to reliable technology at a time when the drone market is poised for rapid growth.

The FLYGHT Franchise model includes several advantages:

  • Exclusive Service Rights: Franchisees enjoy exclusive rights to their designated service areas.
  • Operational and Marketing Support: Comprehensive assistance in operations and marketing.
  • Scalable Business Framework: Multiple revenue streams are available through clients in government, public safety, and private sectors.

Franchisees can explore diverse applications, including traffic and parking management, security solutions, urban planning, emergency response, and inventory management.

This model not only offers scalable opportunities but also connects franchisees with a growing network, promoting collaboration and shared success. With advanced technology and a solid financial structure, FLYGHT Franchise aims to transform UAV deployment across India.

Benefits of Joining the Franchise
  • Established Brand: Partner with ideaForge, ranked 5th globally in the UAV industry.
  • Entrepreneurial Control: Operate independently with continuous support from drone experts.
  • Proven Product: Utilize a tested product for steady business growth.
  • Attractive ROI: Approximately 20% return on investment, making it a profitable venture.
  • Exclusive Territorial Rights: Enjoy competition-free operation in your selected area.
  • Diverse Applications: Leverage drones in emergency response, security, urban planning, and wildlife monitoring.
Business Applications
  • Traffic and Parking Management: Use drones to monitor traffic, manage parking violations, and improve flow.
  • Security Solutions: Enhance security with drone surveillance for campuses and public spaces.
  • City Planning & Development: Aid local governments in monitoring illegal constructions and waste disposal.
  • Emergency Response: Deploy drones for immediate assessments during fires, floods, and accidents.
  • Wildlife & Environment: Monitor wildlife, detect forest fires, and track poaching.
  • Asset Inspection: Utilize drones for fast and safe inspections in challenging locations.
What ideaForge Offers
  • Complete Franchise Setup: Receive a comprehensive startup package, including operational guidance.
  • Operational Assistance: Full support in maintenance, pricing, and compliance with regulations.
  • Investment and Payback: Initial investment of Rs. 30–50 lakh, with a Rs. 10 lakh franchise fee and a payback period of 20–24 months.
  • Network Collaboration: Join a community with similar objectives and business aspirations.
  • Scalable Business Model: Run the franchise with low costs while scaling services according to demand.
  • Multiple Revenue Streams: Increase income by serving clients in various sectors, including government and private enterprises.

The ideaForge FLYGHT service has already been successfully deployed in several states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Odisha, and West Bengal.

Speaking about the FLYGHT Franchise model, Mr. Ezhilan Nanmaran, Head of Product and Strategic Partnerships at ideaForge, stated,

The FLYGHT Franchise model is crafted to empower both individuals and organizations by enabling them to utilize advanced drone technology with AI capabilities, while benefiting from ideaForge’s full support. This marks a transformative step in driving the adoption of drone technology to enhance security, monitoring, and asset inspection across various industries.