Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to Sterling Aviation. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our drone services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our services.

2. Services Provided

Sterling Aviation provides various drone-related services, including but not limited to aerial photography, surveying, mapping, inspection, and monitoring (the “Services”). The specifics of the Services will be outlined in a separate agreement or service order form.

3. Eligibility

By using our Services, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are using our Services on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

4. Service Agreements

Prior to the provision of any Services, you may be required to enter into a service agreement or work order that outlines the specific terms, deliverables, timelines, and fees associated with the requested Services. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and the service agreement, the terms of the service agreement shall prevail.

5. Payment Terms

  • Fees: You agree to pay all fees specified in the service agreement or work order. Fees may include charges for the Services, as well as any applicable taxes and expenses.
  • Payment Schedule: Payment terms will be outlined in the service agreement. Late payments may be subject to interest charges as specified in the agreement.
  • Cancellations: If you cancel a service after a drone flight has been scheduled, you may be subject to a cancellation fee as outlined in the service agreement.

6. Client Responsibilities

  •  Access and Permissions: You are responsible for ensuring that Sterling Aviation has the necessary access and permissions to perform the Services. This includes, but is not limited to, obtaining flight permissions, access to sites, and clearance from relevant authorities.
  • Data and Content: You are responsible for providing any data, information, or content necessary for the provision of the Services. You must ensure that such data does not infringe on any third-party rights.

7. Drone Operation

  • Compliance with Laws: All drone operations conducted by Sterling Aviation are in strict compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, including FAA regulations in the United States.
  • Safety: Sterling Aviation prioritizes safety in all operations. You agree not to interfere with or obstruct the operation of our drones.

8. Intellectual Property

  • Ownership: All intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets, associated with the Services and any deliverables provided to you, remain the property of Sterling Aviation, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • License: Upon full payment, you may be granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the deliverables for the purposes outlined in the service agreement.

9. Confidentiality

Sterling Aviation is committed to protecting your confidential information. Both parties agree to keep all information disclosed during the course of the Services confidential, except where required by law.

10. Limitation of Liability

  • No Warranties: Sterling Aviation provides the Services “as is” and makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the results of the Services or their fitness for a particular purpose.
  • Liability Cap: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sterling Aviation’s total liability to you for any claims arising out of or related to the Services is limited to the amount you paid for the Services.
  • Exclusion of Damages: Sterling Aviation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including loss of profits, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sterling Aviation and its employees, contractors, and agents from any and all claims, damages, losses, or liabilities arising out of or related to your use of the Services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

12. Termination

  • By Sterling Aviation**: ** We reserve the right to terminate or suspend the Services at any time for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.
  • By You: You may terminate the Services by providing written notice to Sterling Aviation Termination may be subject to cancellation fees as outlined in the service agreement.

13. Force Majeure

Sterling Aviation shall not be liable for any failure or delay in providing the Services due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of war, terrorism, or government restrictions.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

  • Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States without regard to its conflict of law principles.
  • Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in [City, State/Country], in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (or relevant arbitration body).

15. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and your continued use of the Services after such changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at: [email protected]