These rates apply to all still or video photography over non-moving subjects such as landscape, buildings, roads, bridges, etc.
These rates also apply to still or video photography that requires the pilot to “chase” high-speed subjects, including cars, trucks, off-road vehicles, or boats during races, time trials, or other events. Passenger load is limited to 2 people (excluding the pilot) with a total passenger weight not to exceed 400 lbs. due to the performance demands of this kind of flying.
You Get What You Pay For
Remember what you are getting for these rates: an experienced helicopter pilot who has spent many hours conducting aerial photography and videography missions, often in extremely challenging conditions. We do not use low-time pilots or flight instructors for aerial photography missions, as many of our competitors do.
You’re also paying for an aircraft capable of completing photography missions safely with a great deal of flexibility. Any operator who claims he can perform high-demand aerial photography missions in a two-seat helicopter or airplane is gravely mistaken. Don’t risk your mission (or your life) with an operator who can’t deliver what you need.
All Flight Time, Including Aircraft Repositioning Time:
$545/hour
This rate applies only to the time the engine is running. Time is measured by an on-board Hobbs meter, which records engine-on time in 1/10 hour increments. This rate also applies to aircraft repositioning time — for example, to move the helicopter from its home base to another location for the job. There is a one-hour minimum for all flights.
Jobs requiring more than 8 hours of flight time must be conducted over two or more days. Wait/overnight fees (see below) will apply.
Waiting Time (Engine Off):
Up to 2 hours: included
More than 2 hours: $50/hour
Overnight: $250-$400/night (depending on location and whether client covers expenses)
Permits and Other Fees:
Clients are expected to obtain, at their own cost, any required permits for a flight. In areas requiring permits, Flying M Air will not fly unless we have a copy of the permit on file. Flying M Air will advise all clients, at the time of the booking, if a permit may be required for a flight.
Clients are also responsible for any landing fees, ground fees, or other fees related to the flight.
Equipment Rental
Flying M Air’s Kenyon KS-8 gyros and Moitek Video Mount are available for use by photographers and videographers at an additional fee. Our base prices* are as follows:
Single Kenyon KS-8 gyro kit. Includes 1 KS-8 gyro, with battery belt pack, battery charger, and 12v or 28v inverter.
On flights with us: $50/day
For other uses: $150/day
Pair of Kenyon KS-8 gyros in kit. Includes 2 KS-8 gyros, with one battery belt pack, battery charger, and 12v or 28v inverter.
On flights with us: $50/day
For other uses: $250/day
Moitek Video Camera Mount. Includes Moitek mount, 3 KS-8 gyros, one battery belt pack, one spin-up battery pack, battery charger, and 12v or 28v inverter.
On flights with us (includes setup/breakdown): $500/day
For other uses (local rentals only; includes delivery/setup/breakdown/pickup): $1500/day
Non-Local rentals: Call for quote
* Prices for equipment rentals on flights with us are negotiable based on the duration of the shoot and billable flight time. Please contact us for details.
