Each job is assessed on an individual basis but a basic overview of what is required is listed below:
Each job is assessed on an individual basis but a basic overview of what is required is listed below:
A pre-flight visit may be required, but usually a postcode would be sufficient for checks to be made so we can see if there are any flight restrictions that we need to be made aware of.
Special flights can be requested, for example, to fly at a greater heights or in restricted areas or restricted airspace. In this scenario, we need a minimum 21 days planning time to obtain the permissions from the CAA, which are not guaranteed. Part of this process is to satisfy the CAA that the flights can be made safety and communicate with the local Air Traffic Controller the flights are taking place, be aware there may be an additional cost involved.
Weather has a big affect on operations, for example, we are unable to operate in high-wind, rain or snow as it’s unsafe for people/equipment and outside of our permissions outlined by the CAA.
Please bare in mind, wind and rain are always a consideration in your planning and quite often reduce the amount of flying time on the day. We constantly monitor the weather to give the best chance of flying but cannot guarantee flights can be made. A few days before each flight we usually have a high certainty if the weather will be suitable for flying and at that point we allow our client to decide whether to commit to the day.
Capital Wireless Ltd have been granted Permission for Aerial Work (PFAW) from the CAA and the chief pilot holds an RPQ-s qualification from Resource Group.
Capital Wireless Ltd are fully insured and have £5,000,000 public liability.
Depending on the drone used, an average flight lasts from 10 – 25 minutes. We always aim to maximise time in the air whilst being mindful of over-stressing the pilot or aircraft. We have ability to charge on-site with a car charger and / or 240v mains and always carry multiple batteries.
We use all sub 7 KG drones, so flying in congested areas is permitted providing:
Exceptions are in restricted airspaces, such as central London, where a minimum of 21 days is required to get permission from the CAA, although permission is not always guaranteed and there is someitmes an additional cost involved.