Class G Cinema
Class G is the designation for uncontrolled airspace, where drone pilots can operate without ATC authorization. It’s where our name takes flight.
What we shoot
Whatever the project, the approach is the same: plan carefully, fly precisely, and hand over footage your editor will be glad to open.
Composed, cinematic aerial footage for commercials, films, documentaries and branded content.
Aerial work for agencies, production companies and brands making commercials and campaign films.
An aerial unit for features, series, documentaries and independent films.
Aerial films and stills for luxury listings, developments and architecture.
Aerial films for hotels, resorts, wineries and destinations along the Southern California coast.
Repeatable aerial progress imagery that follows a build from groundbreaking to ribbon-cutting.
Rooted in Los Angeles
We understand how different locations and conditions can shape a shoot, from changing weather and lighting to local restrictions, traffic, and access. Knowing what to expect helps us plan ahead, adapt quickly, and keep production running smoothly.
That experience means fewer surprises, a more efficient shoot, and more time focused on getting the right shots. It’s an approach we bring to every location, wherever the work takes us.
How it works
No mystery, and no surprises in the week of the shoot. This is the shape of a typical project.
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Conversation and brief
We find out what you’re making and agree the shots that matter.
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Planning
Light, locations, airspace and permits are sorted before anyone drives out.
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The shoot
Priority shots first, then time to chase the light.
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Delivery
Organized footage, ready for your editor.
Who we work with
Production companies, agencies, talent representatives, developers, hotels, wineries, and hospitality groups across a range of markets and regions.
From the journal
Field notes on planning, weather, airspace and the craft of filming from the air in Southern California.
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What Makes Great Aerial Cinematography?
Altitude is the easy part. Great aerial cinematography comes from knowing what the frame should reveal, and exactly when.
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Planning a Drone Shoot for a Commercial in Los Angeles
Airspace, permits, light and a very busy production day. How to plan a drone shoot for a commercial so the shots on the board make it…
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Camera Drones vs. FPV: Why a Stabilized Camera Wins for Most Productions
FPV footage gets attention, but camera drones serve most productions better. Here’s why, and how to get energy into your aerials without the trade-offs.
Let’s talk about your project.
Tell us what you’re making and where. The consultation is free, there’s no hard sell, and you’ll leave with a clearer plan either way.