Los Angeles Drone Pilots & Operators
Professional Drone Services by
FAA Certified Drone Operators & Pilots for Film, TV, Streaming & Broadcast
Creative, Dynamic Aerial Cinematography in Los Angeles, California
Soaring Cinema provides FAA-certified drone pilots and operators in Los Angeles, California, supporting film, television, streaming, broadcast and live event productions throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California. We specialize in high-end, compliant drone operations for professional productions operating in controlled airspace, dense urban environments, studio lots and complex filming locations.
FAA Authorizations and Clearances for Drone Flights in Los Angeles, California
Soaring Cinema has clearances and authorizations to fly all across California 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles, California
Drone operations in Los Angeles require coordination with controlled airspace, FilmLA permitting, municipal regulations and studio-level production requirements. Our team has experience operating in Class B and Class C airspace, coordinating LAANC authorizations, and working alongside production managers, studios and film offices throughout the region.
From downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood to studio lots, beaches and suburban filming zones, Soaring Cinema approaches every LA drone operation with thorough flight planning, risk mitigation and regulatory compliance to ensure safe, efficient aerial execution.
Our Los Angeles, California 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 Los Angeles, California specialty drone operator & pilot gear can be found on our Gear page.
Why Productions Hire Soaring Cinema in Los Angeles
Los Angeles 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, television and broadcast productions
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Experience working with studio productions and permitting agencies
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Expertise operating in congested and controlled airspace
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Advanced drone platforms for cinema, FPV and live broadcast
Our focus is delivering production-ready aerial coverage that integrates seamlessly into established film and broadcast workflows.
Soaring Cinema's FAA-Certified Drone Pilots & Operators' Reel
Los Angeles Aerial Cinematography & Drone Services
Soaring Cinema provides a full range of professional drone services in Los Angeles, including:
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Aerial cinematography for film and television
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Live broadcast drone operations for sports and events
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FPV drone cinematography for dynamic motion and action sequences
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Aerial lighting drone platforms
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Airspace authorization and FilmLA permitting coordination
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Night drone operations
Every operation is planned with safety, compliance and creative intent at the forefront.
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 Los Angeles
All Los Angeles 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 and municipal requirements for commercial drone operations.
Our workflows support:
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Feature films and television series
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Commercial productions and branded content
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Live broadcast environments
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High-value sets, locations, and studio lots
Los Angeles Drone Operator FAQs
Can you fly drones legally in Los Angeles?
Yes. Commercial drone flights in Los Angeles are permitted when operated by FAA-certified pilots who comply with federal regulations, airspace restrictions and local filming requirements.
Do drone flights in Los Angeles require film permits?
Most professional drone operations in Los Angeles require film permits and coordination with FilmLA, municipalities and/or property owners depending on the filming location.
Can you fly drones on studio lots or near controlled airspace?
Drone flights on studio lots or near controlled airspace require prior authorization, coordination with the FAA and approval from the relevant studios or authorities.
Are night drone flights allowed in Los Angeles?
Night drone flights are permitted when conducted by FAA-certified pilots who meet night operation requirements and obtain proper authorization when necessary.
What insurance is required for drone operations in California?
Professional drone operators typically carry aviation liability insurance that meets or exceeds studio, municipal and production requirements for commercial film and broadcast work.
Serving Los Angeles, SoCal and Beyond
In addition to LA, Soaring Cinema provides FAA-certified drone operators in other locations, including (but not limited to) Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Atlanta, Denver, Miami and nationwide for film, television, streaming and broadcast productions.
Explore our portfolio to see recent aerial cinematography projects or contact us to discuss your Los Angeles production needs.