Short answer: To book drone filming in Seattle or Las Vegas, share your creative brief and locations, confirm permits and airspace, lock the shot list, and we handle drones, pilots, and delivery of broadcast-ready footage. Email silverliningspilot@gmail.com or use the reservations form to get on the schedule.
Where we fly: Seattle & Las Vegas
Seattle: Waterfront, skyline, stadiums, mountain and forest backdrops, industrial sites, and tech campuses.
Las Vegas: Strip and resort properties, desert landscapes, solar fields, speedways, and event venues.
Step 1 – Share your production brief
- Project type: TV commercial, branded content, music video, series, feature, live event, or social campaign.
- Locations: City, landmarks, interior/exterior notes, roof access, water or mountain work.
- Creative tone: Cinematic, documentary, action/FPV, slow/romantic, or strictly technical coverage.
- Delivery: Resolution, codecs (e.g., ProRes, 6K RAW), and any color-managed workflow requirements.
Step 2 – Permits, airspace, and safety
- Part 107 compliance in both Washington and Nevada.
- Airspace checks around downtown Seattle, the Strip, airports, and heli routes.
- City, venue, or property permissions where required.
- Safety plan, crowd separation, and clear lines of communication with your AD or production manager.
Step 3 – Shot list and tech choices
- Shot list: Establishing shots, reveals, chase shots, passes, or hyperlapses.
- Platforms: Heavy-lift cinema rigs, Inspire-class drones, FPV rigs for dynamic moves.
- Look and feel: Lens choices, ND/filters, motion speed, and lighting windows.
Step 4 – Shoot day flow
- Safety and logistics briefing with your department heads.
- Block and rehearse key moves when possible.
- Efficient coverage of the priority shot list before optional shots.
- On-site review of critical takes and backups for key moments.
Deliverables you receive
- Footage: High-resolution clips in agreed formats, cards cloned and verified.
- Notes: Frame-accurate or clip-level notes for hero takes if requested.
- Options: Behind-the-scenes aerials, plates for VFX, or safety/establishing coverage.
Pricing signals
- Simple single-location day in Seattle or Las Vegas: typically a single drone team and standard package.
- Multi-location or high-complexity days: additional gear, pilots, and support crew as needed.
- Night work, car-to-car, or heavily permitted locations: quoted based on prep, permits, and risk.
Call to action
Tell us about your shoot or hold dates via the online reservations page.
FAQs
Can you integrate with an existing film crew?
Yes. We regularly work with local and visiting productions as a dedicated drone unit and can sync with your schedule, gear list, and safety protocols.
Do you offer both cinematic and FPV drone filming?
Yes. We operate stabilized cinema platforms for classic shots and FPV rigs for dynamic, close-proximity moves, depending on the safety profile of the location.
Can you fly at night in Seattle or Las Vegas?
Night work is possible where regulations and permits allow. We plan this early to handle any waivers or venue requirements.
What file formats can you deliver?
Commonly ProRes and high-resolution intraframe codecs, with options for 6K RAW or other formats depending on the camera platform.
Planning an Aerial Production?
Book a dedicated aerial unit for your film, TV, or commercial project in Seattle or Las Vegas.