At DroneView.be, we strongly believe in collaboration within the Belgian drone sector. Professional pilots, training centers, insurers, and authorities all benefit from clear communication and united representation.
In early 2025, we decided to join the Belgian Drone Federation (BDF), convinced that an active federation could help move the sector forward.Six months later, we regret to conclude that the federation appears to have gone completely silent.
What Membership Should Offer
According to the BDF’s official website, an annual membership of €199 (excl. VAT) should include:
- Representation and advocacy for the drone sector
- Networking with fellow professionals and entrepreneurs
- Four newsletters per year
- Free access to webinars
- Discounts on BDF events and Van Dessel drone insurance
- First-line advice on Open A1/A3, Open A2 & Specific categories
- Company listing on the BDF website
- Invitations to PRO events and roundtable sessions
On paper, a solid offer for professional drone operators.
The Reality
Unfortunately, the reality is quite different.
Since joining in March 2025, we have only received an automatic payment confirmation — no newsletters, no invitations, no updates, no communication at all.
After several attempts to reach out — via email, social media, and directly to board members — we received no reply. Even simple questions went unanswered.After six months, it seems clear that the federation has ceased to operate actively.
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