FAQ's

Yes, we are fully insured for commercial work via Coverdrone.

All of our pilots hold the A2CofC (A2 Certificate of Competency), as well as their own unique Flyer ID number, registered with the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority).

We are always looking for remote pilots to work with, however they must have their own commercial insurance and hold a valid Flyer ID and A2CofC certification (as a minimum). If you are a remote pilot and would like to be added to our “books” please contact us.

Yes, we are members of FPVUK – For further information please visit www.fpvuk.org.
Stratos Drones (Trading as Evolution Media Marketing Ltd) has the following CAA operator ID. GBR-OP-QCPKZTH3JJR
Currently we mainly fly sub 250kg drones, primarily the DJI Mini 3 Pro.
We are allowed to fly and operate within the “Open Category”, Sub category A2.

We provide the following documentation when working with commercial clients.

  • Proof of Insurance
  • Pre-flight Survey
  • On-site Survey
  • Flight Planning Documentation
  • Pre-location Risk Assessment
  • On-site Risk Assessment
  • Post Flight Report
We primarily operate within the East Midlands, however we do have contacts with various Drone Companies throughout the UK who we can recommend.

Stratos Drones provides the following drone services.

  • General Drone/Aerial Photography & Videography
  • Photo & Video Editing
  • Roof Surveying & Inspections
  • Marketing Video Production
  • Wedding Shoots
  • Estate Agency Shoots
  • Aerial Documentary Footage

NFZ’s require special permission to fly, we can apply for permission from the relevant Air Traffic Control in order to fly and “unlock” these FRZ’s. 5-7 working days notice is required in this instance.

Stratos Drones carries the following items of safety equipment on every commercial flight we undertake.

  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Fire Blanket
  • Take Off and Landing Pad
  • High Vis Vests
  • First Aid Kits
  • LiPo Battery Bags
  • Wind Speed Measuring Device (Anemometre)