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Aerial Drone Services
Licensed drone operators delivering cinematic aerial footage across Spain.
Here is how this works in practice. Aerial drone services deliver cinematic overhead and sweeping perspectives across Spain's varied landscapes—from Barcelona's Mediterranean coastline to the arid beauty of Andalusia. Drones give cost-effective aerial coverage for setting up shots, architectural reveals, and any production needing elevated viewpoints over iconic Spanish scenery.
Here is the short of it. We set up fully AESA-licensed aerial drone services that comply with Spanish aviation rules and EU-wide EASA drone rules. Our team manages flight permits, off-limits zone sign-off, and safety assessments to make sure your production captures stunning aerial footage safely and legally at each location.
Capabilities
Complete Aerial Services
From sweeping establishing shots to dynamic FPV sequences, our certified drone teams deliver the aerial perspectives your production needs.
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Cinematic Aerial
- Sweeping establishing shots
- Tracking & reveal shots
- Orbit and point-of-interest
- Low-altitude proximity flying
- High-altitude panoramas
Stunning Perspectives
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FPV Drone Services
- Dynamic chase sequences
- Indoor FPV flying
- Action sports capture
- Through-the-gap shots
- High-speed proximity
Immersive Action
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Regulatory Compliance
- aviation authority certification
- Airspace authorization
- Flight plan submission
- Insurance documentation
- Safety assessments
Fully Licensed
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Specialized Operations
- Night aerial filming
- Heavy-lift payloads
- Long-range operations
- Multi-drone coordination
- Live broadcast feeds
Advanced Capabilities
On Location
AESA-licensed commercial drone operators and ENAIRE airspace coordination through Pilot Plus and Drone Spain rosters
Here is how this works in practice. Spanish aerial-drone production runs under AESA (Agencia Estatal de Seguridad Aérea) commercial-operator certifications and ENAIRE airspace planning across Madrid-Barajas, Barcelona-El Prat, Málaga. Palma de Mallorca and the Canary Islands ENAIRE Canarias sector. Pilot-roster flow comes through Pilot Plus and Drone Spain operator pools. The same teams that flew aerial second-unit on Game of Thrones (the Sevilla Alcázar Dorne, Almería desert Slaver's Bay, Bilbao San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Dragonstone and Trujillo Cáceres locations). Indiana Jones Dial of Destiny. Star Wars Attack of the Clones at Sevilla Plaza de España.
Solo Star Wars Story on Fuerteventura. Wonder Woman 1984 across Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, Black Crab on Fuerteventura. In the Heart of the Sea on Lanzarote and Fast & Furious 6 across Tenerife and Gran Canaria. The standard cinema-aerial rig is DJI Inspire 3 with Zenmuse X9-8K Air gimbal (ProRes RAW + ARRI LogC3 emulation). DJI Inspire 2 with X7 carrying CinemaDNG/ProRes for shoots standardising on the older codec. DJI Mavic 3 Cine for compact run-and-gun. And DJI Matrice 350 RTK heavy-lift carrying RED Komodo X. ARRI Alexa Mini LF or Sony Venice 2 Extension System on Freefly Movi gimbals.
Here is the short of it. Permit shepherding is where the difference between a clean shoot and a stalled call sheet shows. Madrid Royal Palace, Barcelona Sagrada Familia. Sevilla Alcázar and Alhambra Granada sit inside set up off-limits-airspace zones needing advance AESA and ENAIRE planning plus property-owner authorisation through Patrimonio Nacional. The respective city Ayuntamiento and the heritage-site running bodies. UNESCO zones (Toledo, Salamanca, Córdoba's Mezquita, Mallorca Tramuntana, Camino de Santiago) carry their own sign-off layers.
Here is the breakdown. The Canary Islands 50% production rebates makes Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote priority aerial zones with their own ENAIRE Canarias sector planning. Summer 40°C+ Sevilla, Almería and Madrid heat protocols add pre-flight battery thermal running, ESC condensation cycles and shortened return-to-home margins for thinner hot-air density. Canary Islands trade-wind environment (steady 25-40 km/h surface winds on Fuerteventura and Lanzarote) drives gimbal-tuning protocols and extended-flight return-margin envelopes. Bilingual ES/EN crew planning is standard. NAV-equivalent ATA carnet through AEAT clears imported gear cleanly.
FAQ
Aerial Cinematography Expertise
What drone certifications do your pilots have?
All our pilots hold Spanish aviation authority certifications needed for commercial drone operations. Many also hold certifications from other aviation authorities. We keep full records including flight logs, insurance, and operational manuals.
Can you fly drones in cities like Madrid?
Urban drone flying in Spain needs special sign-off. Madrid has major off-limits airspace, but we can obtain permits for specific locations with advance notice. We handle all regulatory submissions and set up with authorities.
What cameras can you mount on drones?
Here is the breakdown. We operate everything from integrated camera systems like DJI Inspire and Mavic lines to heavy-lift platforms carrying RED, ARRI Mini, and other cinema cameras. We match the platform to your image quality needs and shot complexity.
Do you provide FPV drone services?
Yes, we have skilled FPV pilots for dynamic shots including chase sequences, indoor flying, and high-speed proximity work. Our FPV team uses purpose-built drones with cinema-quality cameras for broadcast-ready footage.
What about night aerial filming?
We're signed off for night drone operations with proper lighting systems, boosted safety protocols, and appropriate certifications. Night flying needs extra planning and sign-off, so please talk about needs early.
How far in advance should we book?
Standard aerial shoots can often be arranged with 1-2 weeks notice. Complex operations needing special sign-off, off-limits airspace access, or multi-drone setups may need 3-4 weeks for proper planning and approval.
Related Services
Productions in Spain that need this often pair it with Helicopter Filming, High Speed Filming, and Cable Cam Systems for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Camera & Cinematography and Drone Videography.
On Set
Need Aerial Filming?
Tell us about your aerial shots and we'll provide licensed drone services.