Detroit Drone Pilots & Operators
Professional Drone Services by
FAA Certified Drone Operators & Pilots for Film, TV, Streaming & Broadcast
Creative, Dynamic Aerial Cinematography in Detroit, Michigan
Soaring Cinema provides FAA-certified drone pilots and operators in Detroit, Michigan, supporting film, television, streaming, broadcast and live event productions throughout Detroit, Metro Detroit, and Southeast Michigan. We specialize in professional, compliant drone operations for cinematic productions working in urban environments, industrial locations and controlled airspace.
FAA Authorizations and Clearances for Drone Flights in Detroit, Michigan
Soaring Cinema has clearances and authorizations to fly all across Michigan and beyond. We cover all operations with a $5 million liability insurance policy. All of our drone pilots are FAA-certified and we have clearances and waivers from the FAA to operate at night, over people and in Class B Airspace (Busy Airport Airspace.)
Soaring Cinema's FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilots
Our Detroit drone pilots & operators are some of the best in the business! All of our operators have thousands of hours of experience in the industry. All Soaring Cinema Drone Pilots & operators are FAA Part 107 Certified and go through yearly recurrent training. Local 600 union crew and non-union crew available. At Soaring Cinema, we are always flexible, nimble, prepared for anything and are always able to blend in well with any production!
Professional Drone Operations in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit is a major production hub for commercial, automotive, broadcast and documentary work, requiring drone operators who understand airspace coordination, municipal permitting and production workflows. Our team has experience coordinating FAA authorizations, managing operations near Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) and surrounding controlled airspace and supporting productions across urban and industrial environments.
From downtown Detroit to large-scale exterior and industrial locations, Soaring Cinema approaches every Detroit drone operation with careful planning, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe and efficient aerial execution.
Our Detroit, Michigan Drone Platforms include:
DJI Inspire 3 drone with Zenmuse x9 camera
CinemaDNG, Apple ProRes Codecs
8k Full-Frame Camera
18, 24, 35, 50 & 75mm Lenses
Freefly Systems ALTA X Heavy Lifter drone
DJI Ronin 2 Gimbal
Freefly Systems MOVI Pro
Capable of flying Alexa Mini, RED Komodo, Sony Venice & more
FPV Drones
Multiple FPV Platforms
GoPro FPV Drone
Cinelifter FPV Drone for RED Komodo
More of our Detroit, Michigan specialty drone operator & pilot gear can be found on our Gear page.
Why Productions Hire Soaring Cinema in Detroit
Detroit productions hire Soaring Cinema because we operate as a professional aerial department, not just a drone vendor.
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FAA Part 107-certified drone pilots
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Fully insured for professional film and broadcast productions
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Experience supporting commercial, automotive and broadcast projects
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Expertise operating in urban, industrial and controlled airspace environments
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Advanced drone platforms for cinema, FPV and live broadcast
Our goal is to deliver production-ready aerial coverage that integrates seamlessly into professional film, commercial, and broadcast workflows.
Soaring Cinema's FAA-Certified Drone Pilots & Operators' Reel
Detroit Aerial Cinematography & Drone Services
Soaring Cinema provides a full range of professional drone services in Detroit, including:
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Aerial cinematography for film and television
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Live broadcast drone operations
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FPV drone cinematography for dynamic motion sequences
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Aerial lighting drone platforms
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Airspace authorization and permitting coordination
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Night drone operations
Every operation is designed to support creative intent while maintaining strict safety and compliance standards.
Drone Cinematography Projects that we have Worked On
DODGE RAM
Alfa Romeo
Tom Fazio
Automotive Reel
Mercedes Benz
The Tiger Rising
Feature Film
Zac Brown Band
Remedy Pt. I
Zac Brown Band
Tomorrow Never Comes
Clif Bar
Zac Brown Band
Remedy Pt. II
The General with Shaq
FAA-Certified Drone Pilots for Film & Broadcast in Detroit
All Detroit drone operations are conducted by FAA-certified pilots following established safety protocols and industry best practices. We maintain professional aviation liability insurance and comply with studio, network, municipal and venue requirements for commercial drone operations.
Our workflows support:
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Commercial and automotive productions
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Feature films and television series
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Live broadcast environments
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Industrial, urban and location-based shoots
Detroit Drone Operator FAQs
Can you fly drones legally in Detroit?
Yes. Commercial drone flights in Detroit are permitted when operated by FAA-certified pilots who comply with federal regulations and applicable local requirements.
Do drone flights in Detroit require permits?
Many professional drone operations in Detroit require coordination with local film offices, municipalities, property owners and/or production authorities depending on the location and scope of the shoot.
Can you fly drones near airports or controlled airspace in Detroit?
Drone operations near Detroit Metropolitan Airport or controlled airspace are possible and require FAA authorization and coordinated flight planning.
Are night drone flights allowed in Detroit?
Night drone flights are permitted when conducted by FAA-certified pilots who meet night operation requirements and obtain proper authorization when required.
What insurance is required for drone operations in Detroit?
Professional drone operators typically carry aviation liability insurance that meets or exceeds municipal, venue and production requirements for commercial film and broadcast work.
Serving Detroit and Beyond
In addition to Detroit, Soaring Cinema provides FAA-certified drone operators in other locations, including (but not limited to) Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Atlanta, Denver, Miami, Los Angeles, NYC and nationwide for film, television, streaming and broadcast productions.
Explore our portfolio to see recent aerial cinematography projects or contact us to discuss your Detroit production needs.