The global civilian drone market has grown substantially, driven in particular by China, which now holds over 70% of the market share, with DJI recognized as the leading manufacturer. The global market for civilian drones exceeds $6 billion, and the total drone market is estimated at $30 billion. In France, the market is largely dominated by professional drone applications. The market is estimated at over 250 million euros Chinese manufacturers have led to a drop in sales for Parrot, France's drone pioneer. Growth and preferences in the civilian drone market The civilian drone market in France is dominated by professional drones, which account for over three-quarters of market share. The leisure segment accounts for the remainder. Demand for professional drones is rising sharply for applications such as aerial photography, surveillance, civil security, infrastructure inspection and agriculture. In the professional context, the media sector holds the largest share of the market, using a
