Drone and aerial filming in Yucatán
Aerial video and photos of properties, hotels, coastlines, haciendas and events, flown by registered drones and planned around Mexican regulations.
Aerial shots show scale and setting in a way nothing else can: a hotel on the coast, a hacienda among the henequen fields, a development site or an event crowd. We plan each flight around the light, the wind off the coast and the airspace, and fly smooth, deliberate moves that cut well into a film.
Under Mexico's NOM-107-SCT3-2019, drones have to be registered with the federal civil aviation agency (AFAC) and commercial flights need liability insurance. We plan flights within those rules and the permissions each site requires.
Drone video, or aerial filming, uses remotely piloted aircraft to capture moving shots from above: establishing views of a property or city, smooth reveals over a coastline, tracking shots of vehicles or boats, and top-down views that show layout and scale. It is one of the most effective tools for real estate, hotels, tourism, construction, events and film.
Yucatán is ideal for aerials because the landscape is flat and the contrasts are strong: turquoise water against white sand on the Gulf coast, the pink salt ponds of Las Coloradas, green jungle around a cenote opening, the grid of Mérida’s Centro and the long straight avenues of the north. Conditions also matter. Coastal winds can be strong, especially in the afternoon and during nortes in winter, and heat affects batteries, so we fly mainly early in the morning and late in the afternoon.
Regulations come first. Drones must be registered with Mexico’s civil aviation agency, AFAC, and commercial flights require liability insurance and compliance with NOM-107-SCT3-2019, which sets limits on altitude, distance and flights over people. Flights near Mérida’s international airport and over many archaeological sites and protected areas are restricted or need special permission. We check airspace and site rules for every project and plan alternatives when a flight is not possible.
Equipment we use for this service
All of it comes from our own inventory in Mérida and can also be rented on its own:
What’s included
- Flight planning, airspace and site checks
- 4K and 5.1K aerial video with color-managed profiles
- Aerial stills for real estate and tourism
- Ground units with gimbal to match the aerials
- Edit, color grade and stock-ready clips
- Raw footage delivery on request
- Airspace and site restriction check for every location
- Early-morning and late-afternoon flight windows to avoid wind and heat
- Top-down mapping-style images for construction and land
- Coordination with ground crews for combined sequences
Ideal for
- Hotels, resorts and developers
- Real estate agencies
- Productions needing aerial plates or establishing shots
- Construction companies documenting progress
- Land and lot developers
- Tourism operators, cenotes and beach clubs
How it works
Site and airspace check
We review the location, nearby airports and any site restrictions before quoting.
Flight plan
We plan routes and timing around light, wind and the shots you need.
Fly
A registered drone flies the planned moves, with a ground camera to match if needed.
Deliver
You receive edited aerials and graded clips in 4K, plus raw files on request.
Frequently asked questions
Is commercial drone filming legal in Mexico?
Yes, when the drone is registered with AFAC and the operation follows NOM-107-SCT3-2019, including liability insurance for commercial use. Some places, such as airports and many archaeological sites, have extra restrictions.
Can you fly over archaeological sites?
Only with the specific authorizations those sites require, which are often not granted. We tell you early what is realistic.
What happens if it's windy?
We monitor the forecast and reschedule flights at no extra charge when conditions are unsafe.
How much does drone video cost in Mérida?
It depends on the number of locations, flight time, permissions and editing. Drone can also be added to a photo or video shoot. We confirm pricing in a written quote.
Can you fly a drone in Mérida’s Centro?
Flights over crowds and near the airport are restricted, and some areas need additional permission. We check each location and plan safe, legal flights.
What are the rules for commercial drones in Mexico?
Commercial drones must be registered with AFAC, carry liability insurance and follow NOM-107-SCT3-2019, which limits altitude, distance and flights over people.
Can you fly at Chichén Itzá or Uxmal?
Drone flights at archaeological sites are generally prohibited without specific INAH authorization, which is rarely granted for commercial work.
Do you deliver drone photos too?
Yes. Aerial stills are captured on the same flights and delivered edited for listings, websites and print.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We monitor wind and rain forecasts and reschedule flights at no extra charge when conditions are unsafe.
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