Essentials
$175
10 edited aerial photos
- 10 edited aerial photos
- MLS-ready files
- 48-hour turnaround
Carlsbad · Artesia · Eddy County, NM
Drone services in Carlsbad, NM from a licensed, insured pilot
Real estate drone photography, cinematic event and promo video, and job-site progress shots, flown legally by an FAA Part 107 certified pilot and delivered in 48 hours.
- FAA Part 107 certified
- Fully insured, COI on request
- 48-hour turnaround
- 4K HDR aerial video
Services
Aerial photography for Eddy County homes, events and businesses
One local pilot for listings, celebrations, promos and job sites, flown with a DJI Mini 5 Pro shooting 4K HDR.
Real estate drone photography
MLS-ready aerial photos and video that show the lot, the neighborhood and the view. Packages from $175 with 48-hour turnaround.
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Event & church aerial video
Aerial coverage for church events, weddings and community celebrations, from a pilot who also knows professional AV and live production.
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Business & tourism promo video
Cinematic aerial b-roll for restaurants, contractors, venues and local attractions to use on websites and social media.
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Construction & oilfield progress
Repeatable, visual-only progress photos and video for job sites, pads and facilities around Eddy County.
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Recent work
Recent drone work around Carlsbad
Restaurants, rooftops and the city at sunset, all shot on a DJI Mini 5 Pro.
Real estate packages
Real estate drone photography in Carlsbad, priced simply
Showcase
$225
15 aerial photos with lot-line and property annotations
- 15 edited aerial photos
- Lot-line & property annotations
- MLS-ready files
- 48-hour turnaround
Most complete
Photo + Video
$375
15 aerial photos plus a 60–90 second edited aerial video
- 15 edited aerial photos
- 60–90 second edited aerial video
- MLS-ready files
- 48-hour turnaround
10% off for agents with 5+ listings a month · MLS-ready files · 48-hour turnaround
Why hire a licensed pilot?
Licensed, insured, and it protects you, too
The FAA requires a Part 107 remote pilot certificate for any drone flight that furthers a business or job, whether or not anyone is paid. That includes a real estate agent filming their own listing.
If an agent or brokerage hires an uncertified, uninsured operator, they can share the liability when something goes wrong, and their own insurance may not cover it.
- FAA Part 107 certified remote pilot (Part 107 Cert #5324367). Legal to fly for real estate, business and commercial work.
- Fully insured. A certificate of insurance is available on request for your brokerage or client.
- Real penalties for skipping it. FAA civil penalties run up to $17,062 per violation for individuals and small businesses, and up to $75,000 for other businesses.[source]
Built for live events
A drone pilot who also speaks AV and production
Joshua is an experienced audio/video and live production professional, not just a drone operator. For church services, community events and promos, that means aerial shots that cut cleanly with your ground cameras, sound and livestream.
Event & video servicesWhere we fly
Based in Carlsbad and serving Artesia, Loving, and communities across Eddy County. Need aerial photography farther out? Travel is quoted per job.
For locations in controlled airspace, FAA authorization is requested through LAANC or FAA DroneZone before the flight.
FAQ
Common questions
Is Carlsbad Drone licensed and insured?
Yes. Carlsbad Drone is flown by Joshua Fredette, an FAA Part 107 certified remote pilot (Part 107 Cert #5324367), and the business is fully insured. A certificate of insurance is available on request; see licensed and insured.
How much does drone photography cost in Carlsbad, NM?
Real estate drone photography starts at $175 for Essentials (10 edited aerial photos). Showcase is $225 for 15 photos with lot-line and property annotations, and Photo + Video is $375 for 15 photos plus a 60–90 second edited aerial video. Add-ons and quote-based services are listed on the pricing page.
How fast will I get my listing photos?
Every real estate package includes MLS-ready files delivered within 48 hours of the shoot. Need them sooner? 24-hour rush delivery is a $75 add-on.
What areas does Carlsbad Drone serve?
Carlsbad, Artesia and all of Eddy County, New Mexico. Travel beyond Eddy County is quoted per job.
Do I need a licensed drone pilot if I film my own listing?
Yes. The FAA requires Part 107 certification for any drone flight that furthers a business or job, paid or not, and a real estate agent flying their own listing counts. Hiring a licensed, insured pilot keeps you and your brokerage covered.
Ready for your next listing or project?
Call or text Joshua to book a shoot or get a quick quote anywhere in Carlsbad, Artesia and Eddy County.