DJI Inspire 3 aerial filming
Full-frame 8K from the air, with a certified crew
DJI Inspire 3 aerial filming with a certified pilot
For commercials, TV and brands that won't compromise on image quality, we fly the DJI Inspire 3: a full-frame cinema camera in the air, shooting 8K RAW with more than 14 stops of dynamic range. Your aerial shots match the cameras on the ground and hold colour and detail all the way through the grade. Brands and organisations such as the KNVB, the Rijksmuseum, Sunweb, Efteling, Oceanco and Zeelander have trusted us with their aerial footage. We flew over the Erasmus Bridge on a sixty-person set, through Winter Efteling at night inside a military control zone, and around the Rijksmuseum after sunset. Need footage on a regular basis? We can also be your dedicated drone partner.
Why the Inspire 3
Drone Chiefs is a certified drone operator based in Utrecht. We work as the aerial unit for production companies, agencies and brands: from the first location check and permits to the last take on set. Every shoot starts with flight preparation, a risk assessment and a clear shot list, so on the shoot day you only have to focus on the picture.
• Full-frame Zenmuse X9-8K Air: 8K/25fps CinemaDNG and 8K/75fps Apple ProRes RAW
• 14+ stops of dynamic range and dual native ISO 800/4000: strong at sunset and at night
• 4K/120fps full-frame for slow motion
• Full lens set: 18, 24, 35, 50 and 75 mm, with matching ND filters
• 360° rotating gimbal and 80° upward tilt
• Centimetre-accurate RTK positioning: repeat the exact same flight, ideal for timelapse and VFX
• Available with a single pilot or as a dual-operator crew: pilot plus a dedicated camera operator on a second controller
Certified, insured and production-ready
• Operational Authorisation in the Specific category from the Dutch ILT: NLD-OAT-041-05G
• Flights in the controlled airspace of Schiphol, Rotterdam and military airfields, coordinated with LVNL, with our own aviation radio licence
• Night flights outside visual daylight hours
• Worldwide liability insurance up to €1.3 million per occurrence
• Film cart with client monitor and up to 5 kW of mobile power the whole production can use
• Besides the Inspire 3, also the DJI Mavic 4 Pro and several FPV drones
We join your crew as the aerial unit or take care of the complete aerial shoot.
Inspire 3 projects
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Eredivisie campaign, Erasmus Bridge
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Winter Efteling at night
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Hollywood Mansion, Cape Town
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Elk Projecten
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Cartor, UK
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Showreel 2025
Frequently asked questions about Inspire 3 filming
What's the difference with a regular drone?
The Inspire 3 carries a full-frame cinema camera with RAW recording and interchangeable lenses. You see the difference in colour, dynamic range and detail, especially on big screens and in the grade.
Can an Inspire 3 fly anywhere?
It weighs just over 4 kilos. We fly it in the Specific category under our own Operational Authorisation, with the right permission for every location, including controlled airspace.
What does an Inspire 3 production cost?
Productions start from €750, excluding VAT and travel. The price depends on the crew (single or dual operator), the location and the permissions needed. Ask us for a tailored quote.
Get in touch for a no-obligation quote
Feel free to get in touch for a no-obligation quote for aerial filming, FPV footage or a full video production.
Include the location of your project with your request. That way we can check straight away which airspace it falls in and whether extra permits or flight preparation are needed. Based on that we give you a clear quote. Productions start from €750.
It also helps to briefly describe the project and whether you only need aerial footage or a complete production including editing. Think corporate films, commercials, FPV footage or social media content.
That way we can think along quickly and send you a quote that fits your plans and your production.
