Frequently Asked Questions
Are your drone pilots certified?
Yes. Airborne Studios operators hold current FAA Part 107 certifications, and each production is planned to comply with applicable federal, state, municipal, property, and production-safety requirements.
What insurance can you provide?
Airborne carries a $10 million aviation liability package plus commercial liability coverage. Certificates of insurance and requested additional-insured documentation can be coordinated for qualifying productions.
Which aircraft are currently available?
Our current fleet includes the DJI Inspire 3 with X9, DJI Mavic 4 Pro, Freefly Alta X heavy lift, and production-matched FPV and cinewhoop platforms. Aircraft selection depends on camera, payload, location, shot design, airspace, and crew requirements.
Can drones fly legally in New York City?
Yes, when the operation has the required FAA authority, NYPD permit, property or location permissions, and an approved safety plan. Airborne coordinates NYPD applications, FAA airspace approvals, and production communication.
Can directors and clients monitor live video?
Yes. Airborne can provide on-set monitoring and remote director viewing when the production workflow supports it. Feed format, latency, internet access, RF conditions, and monitoring destinations are confirmed during prep.
Do you offer union and non-union crews?
Yes. IATSE Local 600 and non-union crew options are available, subject to location, schedule, production requirements, and crew availability.
Can you operate at night?
Yes, when the operation satisfies current FAA night-operation requirements and any additional airspace, location, municipal, lighting, safety, and production conditions.
Where does Airborne Studios work?
Airborne Studios is based in New York City and supports productions across the USA, Canada, and Europe. We can also coordinate international permitting, local production partners, travel, customs, and insurance when needed.
Can you provide live feeds for broadcast?
Yes. Airborne can support live broadcast and production feeds in multiple formats. The final workflow depends on the aircraft, video system, latency target, RF environment, redundancy plan, and the production’s receiving equipment.