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The following is a list of the questions that our customers most often ask. If you have additional questions, please Contact Us.
You are based in Raleigh, NC. How far can you fly?
Because we are based in Raleigh, NC, most of our work is done within a fifty mile radius of the Raleigh/Durham International Airport (including Chapel Hill, Knightdale, Fuquay-Varina, and Burlington). However, each month we photograph sites all over NC. We fly to the coast (Wilmington, Morehead City...), to the mountains (Asheville, Boone...), and to all points in between (Greensboro, Charlotte...). Although we specialize in photography of North Carolina, there is no limit to our territory. If you need custom aerial photos of any site in the world, we can help. We are part of a global network of professional aerial photographers. All of your aerial photography needs can be taken care of by making one call to SkySite Aerial Photography. Please Contact Us for more information.
How much does your service cost?
Pricing for aerial photography varies depending on a number of factors. It may be that we have the right view for you in our Image Library. If not, we offer custom aerial photography services. As for pricing, every custom photo mission is unique. Some clients want one image on CD. Other clients want several images along with large prints. You may have one site in Raleigh, NC to be photographed or you may have several sites across the country. We have to take into account many variables when pricing. When you have a need for aerial photography, please Contact Us
and we will provide a quote specifically for you.
Can you provide my images on CD or via e-mail?
We can provide your aerial images on CD at any size and resolution you need. If you need the images immediately, we can send them via e-mail or you can download them from our FTP site.
What is the largest print size that you provide?
There is no limit to the size of print that we can produce. Our in-house equipment is capable of producing prints that are 44" wide by 100' long! However, we can produce multiple panels and install them on a wall as one, seamless image. So, if you have a conference room wall that is 12 feet by 16 feet, we can fill it with an aerial image! Since we produce our prints in-house, we control the quality. This also means that we can deliver prints to you quickly! If you would like us to send you a free sample print, please Contact Us.
What is your turn-around time?
The weather dictates when we can fly. From September-April, the air is cool and clear so we have many great opportunities to fly. In the summer months, it is often humid and cloudy, so we may have to wait a bit until we can fly. However, once we have captured custom aerial photos for you, we can deliver them the same day, if there is an immediate deadline. We capture all of our images digitally which eliminates the need to wait for film to be processed and scanned. We have even had clients wait for us at the airport so that they can have their images within minutes after we land! We never want to compromise the quality of our images, but we also don't want to miss your deadline. We will discuss this when you order custom aerials.
Can you label roads and landmarks on the photos?
We can customize your images by adding a combination of text labels, property lines, custom graphics, and logos. We have hundreds of actual restaurant and retail logos on file. We can also add your company's logo. Adding custom graphics can greatly enhance the informational value of an image.
Do you keep my images on file in case I need prints at a later date?
We permanently archive every image that we capture. Each image has a unique file number so that we can quickly retrieve a specific image if you later need us to provide additional digital files or prints.
Do I own the images that I order?
Copyright is a complex and often confusing issue that we try to keep very simple. SkySite Aerial Photography maintains ownership of every image that we capture. However, we make it very easy for you to use your images as needed. Custom images (ones that you hire us to shoot for you) come with reproduction rights that allow you to use images as part of marketing materials, websites, etc. The only limitation is that you cannot resell the images. Please Contact Us if you have questions about usage rights for your images.
What type of aircraft do you fly?
For most of our work, we fly a Cessna 177 "Cardinal", a four-seat, single engine airplane. We own the aircraft which enables us to fly at a moment's notice. The Cardinal is a popular platform for aerial photography due to its balance of speed and maneuverability. For very low level aerial photography (between 100-300 feet above the ground), or in areas where terrain is a factor, we use a helicopter. If we feel that using a helicopter will provide better results for you, we will mention this and discuss the details with you.
What kind of camera equipment do you use?
Our images are produced 100% digitally. This gives SkySite Aerial Photography and YOU the Digital Advantage. We use Canon 1Ds professional digital cameras and Canon "L series" professional lenses. The quality of this equipment cannot be matched. To see for yourself, Contact Us to receive a free print or digital file sample.
Is your work guaranteed?
Of course! We believe that all aerial photographers should guarantee that you will be satisfied with the images provided. But this is not the case! Our guarantee is this: if you are not completely satisfied with the images that we deliver to you, we will photograph your site again at no additional cost. It is critical to us that our clients are satisfied with their aerial images.
Do you only do aerial photography?
We also offer custom ground/architectural photography services in the Raleigh/Durham, NC area to complement our aerial images. We can provide oblique aerials, vertical aerials, exterior ground views, and interior views for a complete visual presentation of your property.
Do you only photograph commercial sites?
We can take photos of anything that can be seen from the air. In addition to commercial real estate and construction sites, we photograph residential property (lake houses, beach houses, farms...), golf courses, industrial sites, city skylines, auto accident sites, apartment complexes, lighthouses...There is no limit!
What information do you need from me to get started?
Each photo mission is unique. We may be familiar with your site and need very little information. Or we may need to get detailed location information from you. Please Contact Us directly or use the Request Form to get started. We look forward to flying for you!
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