RISK
Why it's prohibited in the open category
A battery, link, GPS or propeller failure, or a gust of wind, can end in a fall onto people. The rules close that door in the open category.
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Drones for festivals,
with permits in order.
At a festival, a drone can't go it alone. We integrate the drone, permits and coordination into the live production operation, to get spectacular aerial shots without slowing the pace of the show and in compliance with regulations, safety and production timings.
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DRONES WITH PERMITS
The drone opens and closes the show. The cablecam lives inside it.
THE SERVICE
Drones for festivals
At a festival, a drone can't go "it alone". At LineCam® we integrate drones + permits + full coordination into the live production operation, to get spectacular aerial shots without slowing the pace of the show and in compliance with regulations, safety and production timings.
Drones for festivals with permits and real coordination
We handle the whole cycle: flight feasibility, airspace analysis, definition of perimeters and safety zones, and processing/managing authorisations when needed (sites with audiences, controlled zones, proximity to sensitive infrastructure, schedules and restrictions). We coordinate directly with production, security, the stage manager and the technical lead so the drone fits into the camera plan and doesn't interfere with the build.
Integration with the LineCam® system and the live production
The key is for the drone to be just another camera in the video flow:
- Feed to the production for screens (IMAG) and/or live, when the link allows it.
- Coordination of routes and heights to avoid conflicts with LineCam®/CableCam, cranes, delay towers, lighting, lasers and pyrotechnics.
- Planned flight windows: tests, cutaways, key moments and safe exit.
Team and operations at the festival
- Licensed pilot and an event-specific safety protocol.
- Observer where required by the scenario and the regulations.
- Pre-flight checklist, security briefing and contingency plan (wind, audience, timing changes).
- Footage delivery: rushes and/or a selection of shots ready for editing.
High-impact aerial shots for the aftermovie, social media and television, with a professional operation: permits, safety and coordination, all aligned with the festival's pace and LineCam®'s camera plan.
With our fleet of drones equipped with cutting-edge technology, we can take your music festival experience to new heights. From majestic aerial shots to thrilling moving shots, our drones capture the essence of the music and the energy filling the air.
But that's not all. With our highly qualified team, we take care of all the necessary flight permits, guaranteeing not only spectacular images but also safety and legal compliance. With us, you can rest assured that every shot will be cinema quality and meet the strictest regulations.
So if you're ready to take your music festival to the next level, and you want to capture every beat and every emotion from a unique and exciting perspective, contact us! With our drones, we'll turn your festival into a visually stunning experience that will leave everyone open-mouthed.
IMPORTANT
Flying over an audience isn't a question of bravery.
It's a question of operational category, authorisation and liability. We explain it in detail because it directly affects the promoter.
ALTERNATIVE
The cablecam can
Where a drone can't fly, the line can pass. That's why many festivals book both services from us together.
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How it affects the promoter
Grounding of the flight, police intervention, administrative penalties and disruption of the event's security plan. It's worth reading in full.
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What you see from above.
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From the permit to the shot on screen.
A drone only adds value if it arrives on time, with the paperwork in order and built into the camera plan. This is how we organise it.
- Feasibility
We analyse the airspace, the venue and the audience area to know which flight is possible and in which category.
- Permits and coordination
We handle the required authorisations and coordinate with production, security and the stage manager.
- Integrated flight
The drone feeds the production desk and goes to screens and streaming like any other camera.
- Extra footage
The aerial shots are reused later for the aftermovie and the festival’s social media.
IN PICTURES
What it looks like on site.
QUESTIONS
Drones at festivals: frequently asked questions
Not answered here? Call us on +34 622 290 586 or email info@linecam.es.
Can a drone be flown over the audience at a festival?
In the open category, no. European and Spanish regulations prohibit operating over gatherings of people. Flying over assemblies of people requires moving to the specific category, with authorisation, risk analysis and documented mitigations. We work under that framework when the shot justifies it, and when it doesn't, we use the cablecam, which can pass over people.
Who is responsible if the flight isn't authorised?
The penalty normally falls on the operator or the pilot, but the promoter may be implicated if it is considered to have promoted, allowed or booked an operation in breach of the rules. That's why we always give production the flight documentation before the event.
What documentation do you provide?
Licensed pilot, liability insurance, airspace analysis, definition of perimeters and safety zones, pre-flight checklist, briefing with the security team and contingency plan. If the flight requires specific authorisation, we handle it.
Can the drone feed the festival screens?
Yes, when the link allows it. We deliver the feed to the production for IMAG or live, with the drone integrated into the camera plan as one more position.
How do you stop the drone from hitting the cablecam or the lighting?
By coordinating routes and heights before rigging. We define flight windows —tests, cutaways, key moments and exit— and cross-check them against the cablecam line, delay towers, cranes, lasers and pyrotechnics.
CONTACT
Want aerial shots at your festival?
Tell us the venue and the dates and we'll tell you what can be flown, with what authorisation and what's better solved with a cablecam.