CAA-Licensed · Fully Insured · Edinburgh & Scotland
Drone Photography & Aerial Video in Edinburgh
Professional aerial photography and 4K cinematic drone video for property, construction, hospitality and commercial clients across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Central Belt. Operated under a UK CAA Operational Authorisation with full £5m public liability insurance.
Show the plot, the setting and the story from above
Why add drone to your shoot
Show what ground photography can't
Reveal plot size, garden layout, neighbouring outlook, sea or hill views, parking, outbuildings and the property's relationship to its setting — all in a single frame.
Stop the scroll on Rightmove and Zoopla
Aerial hero shots dramatically increase listing click-through rates. Properties with drone imagery sell faster and attract more enquiries.
CAA-approved and fully insured
We hold a UK CAA Operational Authorisation (A2 CofC + GVC) and £5m public liability cover. Compliant with all flight restrictions, congested area rules and airspace requirements.
4K cinematic video as standard
Smooth, stabilised orbit, reveal and flythrough shots delivered in 4K — perfect for social, listings and developer marketing reels.
What's included
- Pre-flight site survey and airspace clearance
- Up to 12 high-resolution aerial stills (HDR processed)
- 4K cinematic aerial video (60–90 second edited reel)
- Full risk assessment and operations manual on request
- Permission liaison with NATS, airports and landowners where needed
- Edited, colour-graded delivery within 48 hours
- Commercial usage licence for property marketing
- Bundle pricing when combined with ground photography
Who it's for
- Estate agents marketing premium, rural or large-plot properties
- Property developers documenting schemes and showcasing site context
- Construction and civil engineering firms needing progress documentation
- Hotels, holiday parks and hospitality venues
- Architects and landscape designers needing site context shots
- Commercial property and industrial site marketing
How it works
01
Site check
We screen the location for airspace restrictions, NOTAMs, congested-area rules and any nearby airports or restricted zones.
02
Fly the shoot
On-site risk assessment, pre-flight checks and a focused 30–60 minute flight covering hero stills and cinematic video sweeps.
03
Edit & deliver
HDR-processed stills and a colour-graded 4K reel delivered via download link within 48 hours.
Drone Photography pricing
Transparent packages with no hidden fees. Bespoke quotes available for portfolios, developments and recurring work.
Aerial Add-On
from £99
- Add to any photo shoot
- Up to 8 aerial stills
- Edited & delivered in 48h
- Web + print resolution
Drone Standalone
from £179
- Up to 12 aerial stills
- 60s 4K aerial video reel
- CAA paperwork included
- Same-week booking
Drone + Cinematic
from £349
- Full aerial coverage
- 90s cinematic 4K film
- Combined ground + air edit
- Music-licensed reel for social
Why agents choose Crafted Image
HDR editing included as standard
Every image is professionally edited for balanced light and true-to-life colour.
Fully insured, CAA-licensed drone operator
Aerial work is flown legally and safely, with insurance covering every shoot.
24–48 hour delivery
Edited, gallery-ready files delivered fast — same-day turnaround available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you legally allowed to fly drones for commercial work in the UK?
Yes. We hold a UK CAA Operational Authorisation (A2 CofC + GVC), are registered as a UK drone operator, and carry £5m public liability insurance — the legal minimum for commercial drone operations under UAS.OPEN and SPECIFIC categories.
Can you fly in Edinburgh city centre?
Yes, in most cases. Edinburgh sits within the Edinburgh Airport flight restriction zone (FRZ), so flights inside controlled airspace require pre-arranged ATC clearance. We handle all liaison with NATS, the airport and any required permissions before the shoot. Some central locations (e.g. immediately around the Castle, Holyrood or large public events) may not be flyable.
What if the weather is bad on the day?
We will not fly in rain, fog, low cloud or wind speeds above 24mph (manufacturer limit). If conditions are unsafe we reschedule at no charge — usually within the same week.
How long does a drone shoot take?
Most residential property aerial shoots take 30–45 minutes on site. Larger sites, developments or commercial projects typically run 60–90 minutes.
Can drone video be combined with ground photography and floor plans?
Yes — and it's the most popular option. Bundling drone with ground HDR photography and a floor plan typically saves 15–20% versus booking separately, and gives you a complete listing package in one visit.
What drone do you use?
We fly the DJI Mavic 3 Pro and DJI Air 3 — both capture 4K/60p video and 20MP+ stills with Hasselblad colour science. Both drones are sub-249g or sub-900g class and approved for use in the A1 and A2 categories.
Do I need permission from neighbours or landowners?
For most residential property work, no — flights take off and land from your property and operate above it. For shots that overfly neighbouring land or congested areas we obtain the necessary permissions in advance as part of our pre-flight planning.
How quickly can you book a drone shoot?
We typically have same-week availability across Edinburgh, Lothian, Fife and Glasgow. Urgent next-day bookings are sometimes possible — call 07517 775876 to check.
Other services
Bundle services together for a complete listing package.
Areas covered
We cover Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife, Glasgow and surrounding Central Belt towns. Travel beyond is available on request.
Ready to add aerial drama to your listing?
CAA-licensed, fully insured, same-week availability across Edinburgh and Scotland.