Frequently Asked Questions

We always recommend a location scout (Recce) in advance. This way we can prepare the flight perfectly, determine safe take-off and landing spots, and identify any obstacles on the map. If roads need to be closed, the location is easily accessible and we can set up our base. We can often assess it remotely with photos, Google Maps and discussions with the production team. A technical Recce with a Mavic Mini is recommended to confirm that the desired shots are possible.

We can fly in most weather conditions, but safety always comes first. We do not fly in strong wind (>35 km/h), heavy rain, thunderstorms, fog with visibility <1 km, or icing conditions. We always assess the weather on location and have the right to cancel or postpone if conditions are unsafe.

Our exemption allows us to fly up to 120 metres (400 ft) height. The maximum distance is determined by the drone's visibility. This depends on the drone type and weather conditions. In built-up areas we can fly up to 25 metres from people, buildings and roads not under our control.

No, there are no-fly zones in the Netherlands where exemption is not possible (e.g. parts of The Hague). These are indicated on aviation charts[](https://map.godrone.nl). Our exemption allows flights in controlled airspace around airports with RT coordination.

Our Alta X heavy-lift drone is equipped with a Movi Pro. It can carry a camera and lens combination of up to 10 kg. For example the Alexa Mini (LF) or Sony Venice 2 with prime lenses, including focus and iris control. The lighter the combination, the longer the flight time, but if you want to fly with a Fujinon, Angenieux zoom or Orion, Zeiss Master Anamorphic, we can do that too.

We can fly approximately 15 to 20 minutes with for example the Alta X. Flight times depend on the total take-off weight, weather conditions and flight style. We have enough batteries and a generator on set so we can fly all day. Battery swaps take about 5 minutes.

Within the European Union it depends on local rules. Since 2021 general European drone regulations apply. An EU country can have additional restrictions, but exemption is often possible. Outside the EU it depends on local regulations. Our drones and batteries are easily transportable in flight-cases.