We deliver high-impact campaign films and reliable inspection reports for heritage bodies, architects, and property professionals.

Heritage Network logo with stylized human figures and text.
Red circular logo with white text reading 'National Churches Trust'.
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What we offer

  • Aerial view of Liverpool Street Station in London with historic buildings and modern street fixtures. Caption mentions plans for a new office block on top of the station, threatening to erase over 150 years of railway heritage.

    Campaign films

    We produce compelling short films for campaigns, causes, and conservation efforts combining drone footage, archive materials, interviews, and cinematic storytelling to mobilise public support and bring complex issues to life.

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  • View from a historic stone castle or tower overlooking a city with modern buildings, rooftops, and green trees under a cloudy sky.

    Building inspections

    We deliver high-resolution aerial imagery and close-up visuals of roofs, façades, towers and hard-to-reach areas — reducing the need for scaffolding, saving time and cost for property managers, architects, and surveyors.

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  • Infrared thermal image of a surface showing temperature variations, with a color scale indicating heat intensity from cooler (blue/purple) to warmer (yellow/orange).

    Thermal Imaging

    Identify heat loss, leaks, and electrical faults with precision. Our drone-based thermal inspections support trades, solar installers, and conservationists with clear data and actionable insights — safely and efficiently.

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  • 3D rendering of a castle or tower with wireframe overlay

    3d Modelling

    Using photogrammetry, we create detailed 3D models of historic structures, construction sites, and landscapes. Ideal for digital records, planning applications, condition monitoring, virtual walkthroughs and public engagement.

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From campaign films to inspections, here are just a few of the organisations we've supported.

  • Logo of The Victorian Society with a stylized red Victorian building outline and text.
  • The Haringey London logo in red and black text on a white background
  • Logo of Friends of Hornsey Church Tower with green background and white text.
  • Graphic with the mathematical expression m to the power of 3 over A, featuring stylized font and a muted blue background.
  • Logo with interlocking letters 'D' and 'J' in white and orange on a dark blue background, with the word 'ARCHITECTURE' below.

Latest projects

The Victorian Society:
Liverpool Street Station

We worked with the Victorian Society to create a powerful short film for their campaign to stop the redevelopment of one of London’s most historic train stations.

FOHCT
St Mary’s Tower

Commissioned by The Friends of Hornsey Church Tower, this aerial documentation captured detailed visuals of a Grade II* listed structure in North London.

Kind words from clients

  • 'Many thanks for the terrific job you did for us all. We are extremely grateful to you for the time and effort you gave to create such a detailed survey.'

    Peter Sanders, Chair , The Friends of Hornsey Church Tower

Why Choose CAV Aerial?

Certified & Trusted – GVC-qualified and fully insured, we operate under UK Civil Aviation Authority regulations and work with councils, heritage bodies, architects and trades.

Visuals with Purpose – From campaign films to roof inspections, we capture high-quality aerial footage and visuals that inform, persuade, and drive decisions.

Efficient & Disruption-Free – We help reduce the need for scaffolding, access towers or site disruption — delivering data and footage quickly and safely.

Agile & Professional – Whether it’s a conservation shoot or urgent inspection, we respond fast and deliver clear, dependable results across the UK.

Contact Us

Have a campaign, inspection, or project in mind?
Send us a message and we’ll get back to you shortly. We’re ready to help — whether it’s a rooftop survey, heritage shoot, or something totally unique.

Professional Standards
& Certifications

  • Constantine is a GVC Certified Pilot which allows him to pilot Drones up to 25 kilograms

    GVC-qualified drone pilot authorised for commercial operations in controlled UK airspace.

  • Certificate or promotional graphic for COPTRZ Academy indicating specialization in thermography, featuring the CPD Certification Service and endorsement by Training Qualifications UK.

    Qualified through Coptrz Academy and CPD-accredited, this certification demonstrates expertise in infrared thermography for commercial drone inspections.

  • Heritage Trust Network logo

    Member of the Heritage Trust Network – supporting conservation, regeneration, and promotion of historic sites across the UK.

  • Red circular logo for the National Churches Trust with white text.

    Listed on the National Churches Trust Skills Directory, supporting churches with aerial surveys & conservation visuals

  • Civil Aviation Authority logo with a blue background and white text

    Registered with the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for legal and compliant drone operations.

  • ARPAS-UK member logo – Association of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, the UK’s professional drone operator network.

    Member of ARPAS-UK, the UK’s professional association for commercial drone operators.

  • Yellow square with black text "A2 Open Category" and a small black triangle in the top right corner.

    A2 CofC-certified pilot approved to fly drones closer to people in low-risk environments.

  • CAV Aerial is proud to be a Gold Certified Member of the Drone Safe Register — the UK’s leading network of trusted drone operators.

  • Logo of Coverdrone with overlapping gray circles on a blue background.

    Fully insured with £2 million public liability cover through Coverdrone for safe, professional operations.

  • Badge with text 'Drone Safety Verified 76 Flights,' featuring AirData UAV logo.

    Flight logs are tracked with UAV software for full transparency and professionalism.

  • DroneSafe Register Certified A2 CofC logo with blue check mark and circular design

    This certification reflects our commitment to safe, competent, and legally compliant flying, recognised and verified by the UK's leading drone operator network.

  • Drone Desk Operator

    Using DroneDesk to plan, risk-assess, and log every flight, ensuring full compliance with UK aviation regulations.