Aerial photography

[ec130e]

Let me preface what I am about to say by letting you know that I do not have a second (professionally speaking) as an aerial photographer. However, I am in the process of researching in order to possibly pursue a venture in aerial photography. Some of the best advice I have rcvd, has been from Navigator72. If you start looking on line, you will get an idea as to what people use, and what they charge. Go to a website or 2, and see what they charge. Figure out what it might cost you to rent (or own) an aircraft, pilot etc. Soon you will have an idea as to a bottom line $. I guess you would work your way up (or down) from there.

 

[navigator72]

Thank you for the kind words ec130e.
I only shoot digital in the raw, therefore some knowledge of post photo processing with Adobe is required.
I only have a UV filters on my lenses.
Pricing is something you need to come up with based on your specific area.
I do charge by the location.
ec130e was right when he mentioned the part about doing research before starting this business.
ec130e and I have been going back and forth on the issue of renting -vs- owning, it really depends on what your goals are. There are benefits on each side.

It's a great way to make $$$ but it takes time to build a name for yourself. In fact I have been trying to build a name for myself for the past 3 years and I finally have clients calling me, instead of me calling them.

Goodluck