We Fly is an aerial cinematography and specialty camera movement team. We use drones, cable cams, helicopters and gimbal systems to get the shot safely.
All drone operations are FAA Part 107 compliant, and we carry the proper authorizations and waivers to fly in cities across North America. All operations are covered under a $5 million aviation liability policy and we meet the requirements for all domestic / international studios & networks. The team has been granted waivers for both night operations & flight over humans.
Our Chicago drone pilots & aerial camera operators are among the most experienced globally with thousands of flight hours.
All packages include aerial permit coordination with the Chicago Film Office, Chicago Park District and the Federal Aviation Administation. We have pre-approved airspace approvals for all Chicago area airports including Ohare & Midway.
Platforms we fly include the DJI Inspire 2 drone with X7 camera system, MFD 5000 heavy lift drone + Movi Pro gimbal with Arri Alexa Mini or Red cameras and the DEFY Cadence cablecam system.
MFD 5000 HEAVY LIFT CINEMA EDITION DRONE
Heavy lifting cinema drone designed to carry the latest cinema packages.
Cinema camera payloads include the ARRI Alexa Mini / Mini LF, RED Monstro / Helium & Sony Venice. Photo camera payloads include the Phase One XF IQ4 150MP Camera System, Canon 5D series, or Sony A7 series.
Gimbal options include the FREEFLY Movi Pro or DJI Ronin 2 with joystick or wheel control.
9-30 min flight time depending on camera and battery configuration.
Max all up weight of 75lbs.
Teradek Bolt 3000 XT HD video downlink.
DJI INSPIRE 2 DRONE WITH X7 CAMERA SYSTEM
6K CinemaDNG RAW or 5.2K Apple ProRes
24 MP DNG RAW Photos
Super 35 Sensor
Prime F2.8 lenses - 16,24,35,50
Approx. 23min max flight time.
Max Speed of 58 mph.
1080P HD wireless video, ideal for live broadcasting.
MIAMI | LOS ANGELES | NEW YORK | ATLANTA | CHICAGO | AUSTIN | TORONTO