‘Can’t we just do that ourselves?’ is often the question when considering most forms of photography these days. Everybody has a smartphone, right? And drones are widely available and easily purchased from many high street stores. The technology has evolved to a level where even lightweight entry level drones can provide 4k footage and pin sharp imagery.
But aerial photography comes with many rules and regulations, particularly in urban environments. The Civil Aviation Authority requires all drone operators intending to fly in urban areas to carry an advanced qualification - an ‘operational authorisation’ or a GVC. An A2 certificate will not suffice over a construction site. At Viewpoint we are qualified to GVC level. Pre-flight site surveys, risk assessments and weather reports all come together to assess each location prior to even setting foot on site. So we’re perfectly placed to carry out your construction site aerial photography.
