Film and TV series
Aerial unit for features and drama, including complex scenes, tracking shots and night work. We talk to the authorities, you keep the schedule.
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Aerial filming in Italy for TV, film and brands
Cinema-grade aerial footage anywhere in Italy, up to 8K with the DJI Inspire 3. Since 2014 we have flown for broadcasters and productions such as RAI, NHK World, BBC, CBS News and Warner Bros. We take care of permits, safety and logistics, so your crew can focus on the story.
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ENAC-registered operator since 2014Pilots with EU STS-01, STS-02, CRM and COM certificatesClass C5 drones for red zonesUp to 8K, ProRes and Cinema RAW
Permits includedWe check the airspace and file every request to ENAC, ENAV and the local authorities.
What we film
Documentaries and travel
Sweeping views of Italy’s landscapes and cities of art. Many of the aerial shots you have seen on Italian TV were flown by our pilots.
Commercials and corporate video
From storyboard to edit, with cinema cameras on the ground and in the air and directors who know how to use them.
News and live events
Live 1080i feed from the drone for broadcasts, concerts and sports, always without flying over the audience.
Interiors and heritage sites
Small, safe drones for churches, theatres, museums and factories, flown by pilots used to tight spaces.
Aerial photography
High-resolution stills of buildings, estates, plants and landscapes, ready for print, web and real estate.
How an aerial shoot in Italy works
Most cinematic locations in Italy sit inside at least one D-Flight zone: historic centres near airports, protected parks, coastlines with heliports, military areas. That is why the first thing we do is a feasibility check on the exact coordinates and flight heights you need. If an authorisation is required, we file it with ENAC (and with ENAV, the Air Force or the park authority when needed) and coordinate with the Local Police and the Prefecture, who must not be surprised by a drone over a crowd or a monument.
On the day, one of our pilots flies and, for complex moves, a dedicated camera operator controls the gimbal. We bring spare batteries, a backup drone and monitors for the director. If the weather turns bad we postpone at no extra cost.
Cameras and formats
For high-end productions we fly the DJI Inspire 3 with the Zenmuse X9-8K Air: full-frame sensor, interchangeable lenses, Apple ProRes RAW and CinemaDNG. For fast and discreet work in town we use the DJI Mavic 4 Pro and, where the weight class matters, a sub-250 g drone. We deliver in the codec, colour space and frame rate you need, with LUTs on request, via cloud.
- Up to 8K, ProRes RAW and Cinema DNG
- Dual operator (pilot + camera) on request
- Live 1080i feed for broadcast
- Night shoots with the right authorisations
- Drones for indoor and confined spaces
- Spare drone and batteries on every job
The drones we use
DJI Inspire 3Cinema drone: 8K, ProRes RAW and CinemaDNG
DJI Mavic 4 ProProfessional photo and video, light and fast
DJI Mini 5 ProUnder 250 g: ideal in towns and near peopleSee some of our work
Need to fly near an airport? In the red zones near Italian airports only class C5 drones with parachute and flight termination system may fly. We have them in our fleet, request the permits from ENAC and ENAV and always inform the Local Police and the Prefecture.
Check your locationCertified pilots, certified company
Our pilots hold the highest certificates for civil drones in Europe
EU STS-01EU STS-02CRMCOM
They can fly the most demanding European standard scenarios, including in towns and near people, with full safety procedures.
ISO 9001:2015 certified company
Every job follows written, audited procedures, from quote to delivery. Flights insured up to €2 million.
How we work
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BriefTell us location, dates and shots. Ideally ten days’ notice, but we can often move faster.2
PermitsWe check D-Flight, file the requests and inform Local Police and Prefecture.3
ShootPilot and camera operator on site, with a backup drone and director monitor.4
DeliveryRushes or edited footage via cloud, in the format you need.Trusted by
What our clients say
Reviews from our Facebook page.
“great pictures, good guys”
Stephen LeyvaFacebook review“high-end UAV service: see you soon”
George QuirozFacebook review“professionisti, molto attenti alla sicurezza. Bravi”
Samuel McCloskeyFacebook review“a great partner for UAV activities in Italy”
John PascualFacebook review“great aerials”
Thomas NavarroFacebook review“Great job, thank you”
Zachary BalesFacebook review“Siete i numeri uno nelle riprese aeree!”
Matthew BryantFacebook review“Next time, Freefly!”
Roger BurkhartFacebook review“Non è una questione di droni, ma di professionalità. Bella realtà.”
Edwin CottonFacebook review“Si lavora bene con loro, bravi.”
Kenneth CessnaFacebook reviewOther drone services in Italy
Filming in a specific city?
Our location guides explain the no-fly zones, permits and lead times city by city.
Frequently asked questions
How much does aerial filming in Italy cost?
It depends on the location, permits, drone and crew size. As a rough guide, a full day of aerial filming starts from about €800–900 plus VAT; we send a tailored quote within 24 hours.
Do I need a permit to fly a drone there?
Almost always for professional work. Italy publishes its drone geographical zones on D-Flight, the official portal: airports, heliports, military areas, parks and sensitive sites. Outside the Open category, and inside most of these zones, you need an authorisation or an airspace reservation (ENAC procedure ATM-09A). We check the exact spot, file the requests and always inform the Local Police and the Prefecture, so the shoot is not stopped halfway.
Can you fly over people or crowds?
No. EU rules forbid flying over assemblies of people with any drone. Near the public we plan the scene, keep safety distances and use the procedures of the European standard scenarios, for which our pilots are certified (EU STS-01 and STS-02).
Are your flights insured?
Yes. Every flight is covered by aviation liability insurance with limits of at least €2 million, and every drone is registered with ENAC.
We are a foreign crew with our own drone pilot. Can you help?
Yes. We can fly for you with our crew and equipment, or support your pilot. Operators from other EU/EASA countries flying under a standard scenario must send ENAC a copy of their declaration; those holding an operational authorisation must apply to ENAC for cross-border operations at least 60 days in advance (current fee: €353 plus stamp duty). Pilots from outside the EU need EU certificates: national licences are not recognised. Working with us usually removes all of this.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We cancel at no cost. If the forecast is uncertain, you decide whether to fly or postpone.
How fast do you reply?
Within 24 hours, with a proposal and a realistic timeline for permits.
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Get a quote for your aerial shoot in Italy
Tell us where and when: we reply within 24 hours with a proposal and the timing for permits.
