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Drone services in Paris

Flying a drone over Paris requires police prefecture clearance: our certified pilots handle the entire procedure for you.

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Flying in Paris: the local context

The whole of central Paris is a no-fly zone for drones: every mission requires prior authorisation from the police prefecture, reviewed with the DSAC Nord civil aviation authority and filed several weeks in advance. Add to that the Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle and Paris-Orly control zones, the Issy-les-Moulineaux heliport and a high density of sensitive sites (Élysée Palace, ministries, prisons).

That very complexity is where an experienced operator earns their fee: property firms order roof inspections of Haussmann buildings and high-rises, Grand Paris construction sites need regular aerial monitoring, and film, advertising and events production remains a major market — from the La Défense skyline to the monuments along the Seine, the footage is unmatched.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a drone service cost in Paris?

From €8 to €3,000 depending on the service: aerial photography €300–900 per half-day; aerial video €500–1,800 per half-day; real estate drone services €250–700 per assignment; weddings & events €400–1,500 per day; roof inspection €200–650 per job; facade inspection €300–1,200 per job; aerial thermal imaging €500–1,800 per job; construction site monitoring €250–800 le passage; surveying & photogrammetry €800–3,000 per day; precision agriculture €8–30 per hectare; security & surveillance €600–2,500 per day; immersive fpv video €700–2,500 per half-day; high-access cleaning €500–2,500 per job; drone pilot training €350–2,800 la formation. Every quote is free and tailored to the mission.

Can a drone fly freely in Paris?

No: Zone interdite de survol de Paris intra-muros (autorisation préfecture de police obligatoire); CTR de Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle et de Paris-Orly; Héliport de Paris-Issy-les-Moulineaux. Our pilots prepare every flight under EU rules (open and specific categories) and file the required declarations — the lead time is built into the mission schedule.

How quickly can you fly in Paris?

Quote within one working day. Outside zones requiring authorisation, the flight is usually scheduled within a week; in controlled airspace or built-up areas, allow 5–10 working days for prior formalities.

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