Drone Real Estate Photography · San DiegoThe view that changes
the conversation.
FAA Part 107 certified aerial photography and video.
certified pilots for legal, publish-ready aerial work.
Part 107 certified
delivery from shoot
aerial video resolution
airspace confirmed before every flight
The market doesn't reward
average.
When the neighborhood, the lot size, the ocean view, or the canyon position is part of the value — a ground-level camera misses the entire argument. Aerial photography shows buyers what no interior photo can: context, scale, and the full story of why this location commands this price.
The Turnkey Media difference
We are fully FAA Part 107 certified and know San Diego's airspace — the Class B, C, and D zones near San Diego International, Palomar, and MCAS Miramar — so every listing is flown legally and safely. We'll flag any address that sits in restricted airspace before the shoot. Most agents don't realize their photographer needs to operate legally near these areas.
Simple as it should be.
Book with airspace check
We automatically verify airspace classification for your property address at booking. If a waiver is needed, we begin the FAA process immediately — typically a 24-48 hour lead time.
Pre-flight coordination
We brief you on weather windows and optimal flight times. Coastal properties shoot best at golden hour. Canyon properties at mid-morning to avoid haze. We plan around the light, not just the schedule.
Aerial shoot day
FAA-compliant flight with full visual observer support. We capture stills, video, or both depending on what you book. Most aerial sessions run 30–45 minutes.
Edited and delivered in 24 hours
Color-graded stills and 4K video delivered alongside your ground-level media for a seamless combined delivery.
The proof is in the pixels.
Hillside Estate
Alpine, CA
Aerial reveal
Lot & Property Lines
Alpine, CA
Aerial context
Backyard From Above
Escondido, CA
Aerial revealBuilt to make
booking simple.
We are fully FAA Part 107 certified and know San Diego's airspace — the Class B, C, and D zones near San Diego International, Palomar, and MCAS Miramar — so every listing is flown legally and safely. We'll flag any address that sits in restricted airspace before the shoot. Most agents don't realize their photographer needs to operate legally near these areas.
24-hour delivery
Your media is edited and in your inbox the next day — guaranteed.
Free reshoot
If we miss anything, we come back at no additional charge.
No contracts
Book a single shoot or ongoing coverage — no long-term commitment required.
Licensed & certified
FAA Part 107 certified for all aerial work.
MLS & Zillow ready
Every file is sized, labeled, and ready to upload — no reformatting.
Book in 5 minutes
Enter the address, pick your services, choose a date — shoots 7 days a week.
From the guides
Guides on aerial photography
Where You Can (and Can’t) Legally Fly a Drone Over San Diego Listings
Miramar, North Island, Pendleton, and Lindbergh’s controlled shelf make San Diego some of the most restricted airspace in the country — right over the coastal listings that need aerials most. A plain-English compliance map.
Read guide
What to Do If Your Listing Is in Restricted Drone Airspace in San Diego
How to find out whether a San Diego listing can be flown, what LAANC authorization does and doesn’t cover, and what to use for aerial context when a drone can’t legally fly.
Read guideWhat Is Part 107, and Why Your Drone Photographer Needs It
A plain-English explanation of the FAA’s Part 107 rule for commercial drone flights: what it requires, how to verify a pilot, what insurance covers, and where the risk lands for a San Diego listing agent.
Read guideCommon questions
answered.
Do you need permission to fly a drone for real estate photography?
Yes. All commercial drone operations in the United States require FAA Part 107 certification. Additionally, many areas in San Diego require specific waivers or authorizations due to proximity to San Diego International Airport (SAN), MCAS Miramar, McClellan-Palomar Airport, and other controlled airspace. We are fully certified, confirm the airspace for your address before the shoot, and fly only where it's legal — we'll flag any location that's restricted so there are no surprises.
How much does drone real estate photography cost in San Diego?
Drone photography is priced by photo count: $175 for 5 aerial photos, $225 for 10, and $255 for 15. Cinematic 4K aerial video starts at $175, and aerial twilight sessions start at $345. Add drone to a photography shoot and the bundle discount applies automatically — 3% off with two services, up to 10% with five or more.
Is drone photography worth it for a listing?
For properties with outdoor space, canyon views, ocean proximity, large lots, or neighborhood location as a selling point — yes, absolutely. Aerial footage is the most-shared listing content on social media and consistently drives higher engagement on Zillow. For small condos without outdoor space or views, the value proposition is lower. We'll tell you honestly whether your property benefits.
Can you fly near the beach in San Diego?
Coastal areas vary by specific location. Many beach communities in San Diego fall within controlled airspace or require Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) authorizations. We check every property address at booking and fly only where it's legal, flagging anything restricted up front. We routinely shoot coastal markets including Del Mar, La Jolla, Coronado, and Pacific Beach.
How high can a drone fly for real estate photography?
FAA regulations limit commercial drones to 400 feet above ground level in uncontrolled airspace. In controlled airspace, altitude limits may be lower depending on the authorization obtained. For real estate photography, most compelling shots are captured between 50 and 200 feet — high enough to show the property in context, low enough to maintain useful detail.
What happens if the weather is bad on shoot day?
We monitor wind speed, precipitation, and visibility for every scheduled drone shoot. If conditions fall below safe or legal flying thresholds, we will contact you proactively to reschedule at no charge. Drone shoots are weather-dependent; we never compromise safety or image quality.
Do you fly near MCAS Miramar or San Diego International Airport?
Only where it's legal to fly. Properties in the flight path or Class B/C airspace around these facilities can require special authorization, and some areas can't be flown at all. As FAA Part 107 certified pilots we check the airspace for your address before the shoot and fly only where it's permitted — if a location is restricted, we'll tell you up front and adjust the plan.
Pair with
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We provide aerial photography throughout San Diego County, 7 days a week — same-day response, 24-hour delivery.
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24-hour delivery. Aerial from $175.Shoots available 7 days a week