1. Understand Your Event & Requirements
Clarify the event type and the style of aerial footage you need. Different events demand different drones, pilots and workflows.
Event type: wedding, conference, real-estate, product launch, or commercial shoot.
Location & environment: rooftop, resort, open land or near water.
Footage style: sweeping wide shots, follow-cam, mapping, static overheads, or cinematic moves.
Duration & schedule: single short flight, multiple flights, or full-event coverage.
Tip: Share a storyboard or reference clips with shortlisted providers like Drone Mandi.
2. Focus on Quality & Payload Capabilities
Resolution & stabilisation: 4K+ and a 3-axis gimbal.
Camera & lens: wide-angle for real-estate, high-frame-rate for weddings.
Payloads: lights, HDR, thermal or mapping sensors.
Pilot expertise: cinematic framing and event coordination.
3. Verify Legal Compliance & Safety (DGCA)
Valid UAOP (DGCA permit).
Remote Pilot Certificate.
DGCA-registered aircraft and no-fly-zone compliance.
Liability insurance.
Pre-flight checklists and contingency plans.
4. Understand Logistics & On-site Requirements
Site survey for hazards and vantage points.
Vendor coordination with photographers and crew.
Permissions near airports or public spaces.
Weather & fallback plans documented.
5. Evaluate Pricing & Packages
Package inclusions: drone, pilot, editing, travel, permissions, insurance.
Flight hours and overtime rates.
Deliverables: raw footage, edited video, stills (4K/1080p).
Extra charges and reschedule policy.
6. Ask for Past Work & Client Feedback
Wedding/event reels shot in India.
Real-estate aerial projects.
Client testimonials and case studies.
7. Look for Specialised Drones
Real-estate: wide lenses, smooth cinematic motion.
Weddings/Events: low-altitude pans, follow-shots, safe crowd operation.
Commercial: thermal or LiDAR payloads.
Why India-Made Drones & Local Pilots Matter
Faster maintenance and parts availability.
Local understanding of weather and venues.
Local currency billing and faster deployment.
Better regulatory compliance.
Checklist — Before You Book
Confirm event details and share schedule.
Review sample videos.
Confirm drone model and camera specs.
Verify pilot certification and UAOP.
Ask for registration and insurance proof.
Clarify cost, hours, editing and travel.
Agree deliverables and timeline.
Ensure site survey and permissions.
Get written contract with weather policy.
Ready to Book?
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