DroneScope is a UK business with in-house drone & camera operators based in London, Bristol & Cornwall. We specialise in the use of drone technology alongside the latest professional camera equipment to bring you the best drone film and photography. All projects, from pre-flight to post-production, are tailored to fit your requirements.
PROFESSIONAL DRONE SERVICES
“We have the passion, drive and experience to provide unparalleled aerial filming and drone photography.”
OUR SYSTEMS
INSPIRE 3 / X9

PERFECT FOR
Congested Areas, Indoor Filming
CREW
Pilot, Gimbal/Camera Op (+ Focus Puller)
PAYLOAD
Built-in Gimbal – X9
Formats: Cinema DNG, 8k Apple ProRes RAW
Lens Options: 18mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm
PAYLOAD MOUNT
Bottom Only
ALTA 8 / MOVI PRO

PERFECT FOR
Cinema, High-end Productions, Commercials
CREW
Pilot, Gimbal/Camera Op (+ Focus Puller)
PAYLOAD
Gimbal: Movi Pro
Cameras: Arri, Red, Phaseone, Hassleblad
Lens Options: Cooke, Zeiss
PAYLOAD MOUNT
Top + Bottom
DJI M210

PERFECT FOR
Commercial Applications, Thermal, Asset Inspection
CREW
Pilot (+ Gimbal/Camera Op)
PAYLOAD
XT Thermal Imaging (19mm, 640, Radiometric, 30hz)
Z30 Zoom (30x and Digital Zoom of 6x)
Dust and Water Proof
PAYLOAD MOUNT
Top + Bottom
CINEMATIC FPV

PERFECT FOR
Fast action and small gaps
CREW
Pilot (+ Spotter)
PAYLOAD
Latest GoPro
360° Camera – Insta 360 One X Etc.
Rushes are sent professionally stabilised
PAYLOAD MOUNT
Top + Bottom, Front + Back
FAQs
What are the flight restrictions?
We operate under an enhanced OA (Operational Authorisation), known as an OSC (Operating Safety Case). This enables us to fly down to as little as 10m away from the public whilst using all of our fleet of aircraft. The standard drone rules in the UK state a maximum altitude of 400ft and a 500m distance from the operator. We can extend the altitude to 600ft for projects where needed. We regularly operate in airport FRZ (flight restriction zone) airspace and other restricted airspaces in London and military areas. We have a fast-track method of obtaining these permissions garnered over our ten+ years of operating drones commercially.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, we have complete specialist drone public liability of £10,000,000. All of our airborne and ground equipment is covered too. We have insured camera packages and sensors with values over £250k in the air. Get in touch if you have a camera or sensor you’re looking to fly.
Weather limitations?
We can fly in up to 35mph winds and light rain but this depends on the drone and payload we’re using. The lower the wind and rain, the better.
What if the weather is too bad for flight?
We closely monitor the weather leading up to the shoot and communicate any findings that may make flying not possible with the client. The final call is then up to the client. We have a 24-hour cancellation policy which is covered in our terms and conditions; we send this on confirmation of the work.
How fast can your drones fly?
This depends on the drone in question. FPV drones can punch out over 100mph! We can reach speeds of 40-50mph quite comfortably on the Inspire 3.
How close can you fly to people?
If the people are within the production and have been safety briefed, we can fly as close as 2m to them. Typically, a drone operator would require a take-off/landing clearance of 30m and then 50m during flight of people, buildings and congested areas that are not under the control of the pilot. We have an enhanced permission known as an OSC (operating safety case) from the CAA which reduces our distance down to as little as 10m.
What are your flight times?
This all depends on the drone and payload, typical times:
Alta 8 with Cinema Package (Eg. Alexa Mini LF & Cine Prime) = up to 6 mins
Heavy-lift FPV with RED Komodo = up to 5 mins
Inspire 3 With X9 = up to 20 mins
Mavic 3/Mini 4 Pro = up to 25 mins
FPV (Freestyle/Cinewhoop) = up to 6 mins
M210 with XT Thermal/X5S/Z30 = 16-24mins
The lighter the payload, the longer we can stay up in the air.