SHEBOYGAN, WI (WHBL) - ACUITY announced this week they have gotten approval from the Federal Aviation Administration to use drones in its insurance operations.
The Sheboygan-based insurance company says the drones will be used in the claims handling process when there are conditions hazardous for employees, such as locations inaccessible due to damage and buildings with steep roofs.
The FAA permit allows the company to use three different types of drones that will allow them to inspect properties for loss control, valuation, and insurability purposes.
In a statement, ACUITY’s Vice President for Claims Jamie Loiacono says drones will allow its employees to “survey a location faster and safer” and provide a “high degree of accuracy” with additional data, videos, and pictures. Loiacono says the drones will be under the control of licensed pilots, and the company will commit to respecting the public’s safety and privacy.
ACUITY says they purchased several drones prior to FAA approval, and they will add to those numbers in the coming months.