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SiFoto Photography is a go-to fully licensed commercial photography service company. Covering a wide spectrum of photographic services SiFoto Photography prides itself on capturing unique images for our clients to fit their exact need. We’re backed by an extensive amount of experience with clients in many different industries, from asset inspection and surveying to sporting events, real estate and everything in between, and have built up a reputation for delivering nothing but outstanding shots time and time again.
Experience
SiFoto Photography is founded on years of experience, The applications of these skills gives SiFoto Photography an edge in the competitive industry of commercial photography. Our remote piloted aerial photography applications are second to none. With a background in commercial helicopter aviation, SiFoto Photography is fully equipped to undertake any project.
Safety
It is our priority to adhere to the safety regulations and policies set by the FAA. At SiFoto we conduct a Risk Assessment and Job Safety Analysis prior to starting any flights. Mission briefings are conducted to ensure the safety of all public personnel.
Innovation
SiFoto photography is working with the minds of tomorrow. Advancing solutions and technology at every turn, we are able to offer our services in a cost-effective and commercial application. SiFoto Photography is one of the first to utilize Real Time Kinematic (RTK). This new and exciting technology is a real game changer when it comes to surveying and mapping.
(FAA Certified) remote piloted aircraft Safety
At SiFoto we know how important it is to your business to make sure things are done “by the book”. To give you that piece of mind, each part of our business strives to reach the highest standards in certification and licensing:
We are a licensed Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle Operator (UAV)
SiFoto Chief Pilot is certified by FAA and our aircraft are certified airworthy by the Chief Maintenance Controller.
Our entire team is governed by a code of conduct
DO NOT HIRE UNLICENSED PILOTS!
As the growth of awareness in UAV filming and photography is realized, more suppliers will be offering their services. Anyone flying remote piloted aircraft for commercial use is required to be licensed by the FAA and if they are not they will not be insured or have public liability coverage. remote piloted aircraft safety in our industry is paramount.
Licensing is a very real and an important part of any UAV flying. These machines can be very dangerous and a good understanding of how they work is key to keeping not only yourself safe but the surrounding public and property.
Insurance is also a big factor when you choose a UAV Operator. Being insured proves the company is legitimate and covers public liability up to $20 million.
The FAA (Federal Aviation Authority) is our governing body. Like any commercial aircraft, you need a license.
Licensing Rules are:
Can only fly up to an altitude of 400 feet
Not in a built-up populous area
Not within 100 feet to anyone not associated with the machine (Approval is available to us)
Only fly within visual line of sight
Daytime flight only unless a waiver for a specific project is issued for night flight by the FAA
Not within 3 NM of an airport
Outside controlled airspace
*Please be careful to select an experienced licensed operator for the safety of those being filmed and the protection of the aerial filming industry! Thank you*.
FAILSAFE EQUIPMENT
Our specialized remote piloted aircraft are fitted with fail-safe return-to-home frequencies if the pilot is incapacitated or radio signal is lost with the Remotely Piloted Aircraft, though we are pleased to report that these functions have never been required