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The Drone Race is on! The growth of the drone UAV industry grows quickly!
Whether it’s Google, Amazon or Sony, some of the world’s largest companies are keen on launching their own drone business. People could soon see more drones in the sky thanks, in part, to leading chip manufacturer Qualcomm QCOM -0.33% . The company recently announced it was launching a new platform called Snapdragon Flight, which will […]
How to Shoot Cinematic Video Footage With a Drone, UAV or RC Helicopter
Drones are capable of filming much more than landscapes. Here are some tips to help you capture great cinematic footage and performances. Cover image via FreeFly Systems There are tons of drone videos online, but many of these suffer from the same problems… shaky shots or excessive fisheye footage. Here are some tips to get much more […]
New Drone Aerial Demo Reel for 2015
A quick 2 min show reel highlighting some of the fantastic locations we have been lucky enough to film over the last 2 years. Filmed with a variety of drones (UAV’s) including the DJI Inspire and Cinestar 8 Octocopter Custom Heavy Lift that we have fondly named “The Monster”. Locations include Victoria, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port […]
Transport Canada consults on proposed changes to UAV safety regulations
Proposed options focus on smaller, lower-risk unmanned aircraft activities May 28, 2015 – Ottawa, Ontario – Transport Canada The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, today launched consultations on proposed amendments to the regulations governing the safe use of unmanned air vehicles (UAVs). Transport Canada is exploring changes to the regulations that will address the […]
FAQ: General SFOC, a licence for flying drones in Canada
This info is from my other company Aerialvistaproductions.com which uses professional grade remote controlled aerial video and photographic platform to provide a range of photography and video services. Aerial Vista’s work includes filming for: independent films, action sports, commercial campaigns, weddings, website videos, inspection services and real estate. Aerial Vista’s experienced pilots use the latest photo and video […]
How Will FAA Drone Regulations Impact Small Businesses in the United States?
As small businesses anxiously await the FAA’s rules for small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), many are fearful that the rules may force them to leave the market or abandon plans to enter the market. Colin Snow, a drone industry analyst surveyed small businesses in the middle of last year and asked about what those small […]
Our new ultra heavy lift octocopter: Red epic ready to carry
Aerial Vista Productions is pleased to announce that Transport Canada has granted a General Special Flight Operations Certificate. We can now offer our aerial video and aerial cinematography and photography services throughout BC using both our drones with only two days notice. Previously an application to Transport Canada could take up to twenty business days for approval. This development will allow […]
Engagement photos! One happy couple!
We had engagement photos done with Devin. We were very happy with his work. He was friendly, took his time, and really seemed to have an eye for interesting photos. He was also open to our ideas and made a point to use them! We feel he treated us like his most valuable clients. Thank […]
Weddings and Family portraits, working with great people over the years!
Devin was recommended to us by a friend for our wedding in Victoria BC in October 2011 and we are so happy he was our wedding photographer. He did an amazing job! Our photos are beautiful and unique and something we will always treasure. There were so many creative shots in multiple locations that it […]
Bev & Shaun’s Wedding at the Westin at Bear Mountain
Bev and Shaun gathered friends and family together on March 9, 2013 to celebrate their day at the Luxurious Westin Resort on Bear Mountain in Victoria BC. Luckily they had incredible spring weather with blue skies and sunshine. The beautiful day was spent with fun-loving people that filled the air with laughter and smiles. I […]