Aerial & Drone Photography & Video

Aerial photography captures images from an elevated vantage point, typically using a drone equipped with a high-resolution camera. It shows the full scale, layout and surroundings of a property or project in a way that ground-level shots can’t. Aerial images are widely used across commercial real estate, hospitality, construction and campus marketing to give viewers a clear sense of a space and its context.

Commercial drones carry stabilized, high-resolution cameras that capture stills and video from the air. A certified pilot operates the drone from the ground, controlling altitude, angle and flight path to frame each shot precisely. GPS positioning and gimbal stabilization keep imagery sharp and consistent, even in less-than-ideal conditions.

CS3 offers aerial photography, drone video and aerial panoramic imagery for commercial projects of all sizes. Deliverables typically include high-resolution aerial stills, property overview videos and footage for marketing materials. Every project is tailored to the client, whether the goal is capturing a hotel exterior, documenting construction progress or showing a full campus layout.

CS3 supports aerial work across hospitality, commercial real estate, construction, senior living, education and large-scale retail. Projects range from hotel and resort exteriors to construction progress documentation, campus overviews and renovation updates. Our team scales to match the scope, whether that’s a single property or a portfolio-wide initiative.

Yes. CS3 has a vetted network of local drone photographers and videographers in all 50 states. Because our pilots are local to each market, there are no travel fees or added logistics. We can also schedule multiple shoots across different locations at the same time, which keeps multi-site projects moving on tight timelines.

Yes. CS3 deploys photographers and drone operators to multiple sites simultaneously, using standardized shot lists and consistent editing workflows to maintain quality across every location. We handle the scheduling, logistics and delivery so your team can focus on the work that follows the shoot.

Because CS3 has local photographers in every state, shoots can typically be scheduled on short timelines without delays from travel or availability. Turnaround depends on project scope and location, but our network is built for fast mobilization. For larger projects, we coordinate simultaneous shoots across the country to keep rollouts on schedule.

Every drone operator in the CS3 network holds FAA Part 107 certification, the federal standard required for commercial drone flights in the United States. Each pilot has passed an aeronautical knowledge test and understands airspace regulations, weather considerations and safe operating procedures. It’s a non-negotiable requirement for any project we take on.

FAA Part 107 is the federal regulation governing commercial drone operations in the U.S. To earn certification, a pilot must pass an FAA knowledge test covering airspace classifications, weather, flight restrictions and emergency procedures. Part 107 pilots are authorized to fly commercially and must follow rules around altitude limits, visual line-of-sight and restricted airspace. Working with certified operators ensures your project meets federal safety and compliance standards.

Yes. CS3 carries commercial and comprehensive general liability insurance with a minimum of $2 million per occurrence. We can provide a Certificate of Insurance listing your organization as an additional insured upon request.