About Us
Welcome to Sky Captain Aerial and Media Specialists, where a decade of operation meets years of experience in the media production landscape. What began as a hobby has blossomed, driven by skills and a passion for visual storytelling are unmatched. At the heart of our ethos lies honesty, openness, and an unrivalled flexibility to tailor our services, scaling from intimate small business projects to large-scale industrial operations across the UK.
Our unique edge? In-house drone capabilities backed by 40 + years of remote pilot flying experience and holding CAA commercial drone authorisation since 2016, coupled with our expertise in SFX, motion graphics, audio production, time-lapse, and high-speed filming. This comprehensive skill set allows us to maintain low overheads, quick turnaround times, and complete control over quality. Our portfolio boasts significant projects like the three-year documentation of Ferrybridge Powerstation decommissioning, contributions to the BBC's One Show, Channel 4 (Guy Martin) and collaborations with The Northern Film School, North Yorkshire Police, HSE, Manchester, Wakefield and Leeds Councils and East Yorkshire Events Team.
Please Note a proportion of our work is under NDA's and therefore no video examples are displayed.
At Sky Captain, we pride ourselves on being a small yet formidable force in media production, offering professionalism with a personal touch that turns your visions into vivid realities and still find the time to fly just for fun.
Safety
At Sky Captain, our commitment to safety is paramount in every project we undertake. We adhere to the highest safety standards, meticulously planning each shoot with a keen eye for detail. Prior to any filming, we conduct comprehensive risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), ensuring a well-prepared approach. Additionally, pre-site visits are a routine part of our preparation process, allowing us to anticipate and mitigate potential hazards.
Understanding the constraints of aerial filming, we acknowledge that certain conditions, like adverse weather or legal restrictions, can pose challenges. In such scenarios, we adapt swiftly, employing both aerial and ground photography techniques to capture every moment safely and effectively. We monitor weather forecasts leading up to each shoot, enabling us to schedule filming during optimal conditions and avoid any risky situations.
Our ethos is rooted in professionalism, safety, and a genuine passion for our craft. Sky Captain is not only skilled and safety-conscious but also friendly and enthusiastic about delivering exceptional results.
Sky Captain is registered with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and we have both public liability insurance for drone flying and traditional photography. Where necessary, we can complete a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) for public shoots in accordance with Data Protection.
