FPV Drone Filming
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Having offered FPV drone services for the likes of Disney, Apple and Ferrari
with Bad Wolf Horizon, you know you're in safe hands.
FPV Drone Pilot Hire
FPV (first-person view) drone filming is the latest in drone technology and, unlike traditional drone cinematography, allows us to be in the action, rather than looking down on it. We are proud to be one of the few companies in the UK to offer this service and we are committed to pushing this technology forwards, as this style of filming grows in the film and TV industry.
These machines are nothing like the average drone which you can buy off the shelf. These drones are self-built, light, manoeuvrable, flown using FPV goggles and are able to create breathtaking outdoor content due to their small size and insane power-to-weight ratio.
The manual control, which is difficult to master, allows for total creative freedom and a completely new look to drone filming. Using their nimble size and the ability to use zero throttle, we can use the momentum of the aircraft to get unique, close-quarters aerial video that cannot be achieved using any other camera platform.
We operate on a three-tier FPV system, depending on your camera requirements, subject and level of production. Get in touch with the team today and we can help your vision become a reality.
Our Latest FPV Project
FPV Kit Hire Options
Action Cam FPV
We recently made the switch from GoPro cameras to the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro. This combination on an FPV drone is our most popular option. These aircraft are light, maneuverable, durable and use post-production stabilisation, meaning footage comes out buttery smooth. Perfect for smaller productions or to fit through particularly tight gaps.
Black Magic FPV
The next step up in our FPV drone fleet is our custom "naked" Black Magic 4k or 6k cinelifter. Stripping down the camera, removing the unnecessary components and saving roughly 200g in weight means we can achieve cinema-quality in a compact package. A huge jump in quality, codecs, and low light capabilities over our action cameras. This is a great all-rounder.
RED KOMODO FPV
Our RED Komodo FPV drone is an absolute beast. This custom-built octocopter has the ability to lift any camera up to a weight of around 2.5kg. Available with our very own RED Komodo, we have the ability to shoot in 6k at 50p, with 16+ stops of dynamic range and shooting 16-bit RED RAW - perfect for matching with other cameras on set.
What makes us the UK's Best FPV Drone Company?
FPV drones are not for the faint-hearted. Yes, there are several talented FPV drone pilots in the UK, but the flying is only a small part of what we do. Safety, preparation and professionalism are what take us above the rest, and these things only come with years of experience. Thinking ahead, maintaining our kit to a high standard and being as prepared as possible before every shoot is what keeps us all running to the schedule.
We have several backups of every major part of our FPV systems. FPV goggles, radio controllers and every cable imaginable. Unlike DJI drones, there are so many bits required to make an FPV drone operate effectively. Have you forgotten that one cable and don't have a backup? That's a wrap.
We have invested a huge amount of time of energy and resources into getting this right. We won't let you down.
We operate across the UK, including Cornwall, London and have flown FPV drones around the world - from the Arctic Circle to Jamaica.
Ford Europe - gopro
FERRARI, Norway - RED Komodo
THE BRIT AWARDs - BLACK MAGIC 6K
Honda Marine, Italy - Black Magic 4K
Drone Tours / RED Komodo
Where we Work.
Bad Wolf Horizon is based in Cornwall, UK, but operates across the UK, EU and beyond.
If you're a producer, you're probably already bracing for the mileage bill...
We started this business in Cornwall over 10 years ago, and between the surfing and the sea dips with the dogs, we're not planning on moving any time soon. We know that not being based in London can work against us, so we offer discounted mileage and travel rates to stay competitive — call it a "time tax" for living somewhere this nice.
Given our client list and the places we've flown, for most people we're worth the wait.
Get in touch today to discuss your project.