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I Need a Drone That Can Fly Indoors for a Real Estate Tour, Who Should I Hire?
If you want a true indoor fly through that feels like one smooth journey from room to room, you’re looking for an FPV drone team, not just a standard aerial photographer.
A good place to start is a specialist that already showcases this exact service. First Class Drones is a professional drone service provider with a flythrough portfolio that includes indoor and outdoor one take FPV fly throughs.

Misha Herschorn
7 hours ago5 min read


Canada’s New Drone Laws Explained: What Changed in November 2025 and What It Means for Professional Operators
Sheltered Operations, EVLOS, BVLOS, Heavy-Lift Drones, and New Pilot Certifications Under Transport Canada’s 2025 Regulations

Josh Dusang
Jan 274 min read


Top 5 Mistakes Drone Operators Make and How to Avoid Them
Flying drones professionally comes with responsibilities. Learn the top 5 mistakes operators make and how First Class Drones helps you stay safe, compliant, and efficient in Toronto.

David Polan
Jan 133 min read
Drones for Event Security: How Event Security Drones Improve Crowd Safety in Real Time
Learn how drones improve event security with live aerial surveillance, crowd monitoring, and rapid incident verification. Best practices for compliance, privacy, and operations.

Misha Herschorn
Jan 63 min read


Flying Drones in the Winter: Challenges, Safety and the Solutions That Keep Us in the Air
Tips & tricks for flying safely and legally in winter conditions in Canada

Josh Dusang
Dec 16, 20253 min read


First time drone flyer? A Beginner’s Guide from First Class Drones
Thinking about getting your first drone? Start smart with something stable like the DJI Mini 4 Pro, easy to fly, lightweight, and packed with safety features. Learn the rules, get licensed through Transport Canada, and practice in open spaces. Once you’re confident, explore FPV drones for dynamic, immersive flying. Every great pilot starts with curiosity and flies responsibly.

David Polan
Dec 2, 20254 min read


Traveling for Film and TV Productions: A First Class Drones Guide
Travelling for work? Here's everything you need to know (and pack) for your next business trip

Josh Dusang
Nov 11, 20253 min read


Canada’s Baseball Fever and Why Drone Pilots Should Pay Attention
Canada is buzzing as the Blue Jays return to the World Series, but drone pilots must keep safety top of mind. Flying near the Rogers Centre without proper permissions is illegal and heavily fined. Celebrate the excitement from a distance and follow Transport Canada’s rules to keep the skies safe while capturing Toronto’s energy responsibly.

David Polan
Oct 28, 20255 min read


Top 5 Canadian Industries Benefiting from Drone Services in 2026
Drones are trusted data capture tools that speed decisions, reduce risk, and lower costs. In 2025, five Canadian industries are seeing the biggest gains from professional drone services.

Misha Herschorn
Oct 21, 20253 min read


Why Fall is the Busiest Time of Year for First Class Drones
September/October are the busiest months at First Class Drones. Developers, marketers, and rendering firms all rush to capture drone shots before the leaves change. It’s the last chance for lush greenery, long days, and that summer look. We recommend booking two weeks in advance to secure your spot.

David Polan
Sep 23, 20252 min read


When UFOs Landed in Canada: How First Class Drones Flew Custom Built Drones For Subway
On UFO Day, Canadians tuning into the morning show witnessed something strange in the skies. But it wasn’t aliens, it was a custom-built Subway box flying under a heavy lift drone. At First Class Drones, we had the thrill of making this campaign happen. With our Alta X heavy lift drone and a lot of creative engineering, we helped Subway pull off their “Unidentified Footlong Object” reveal complete with pretzels, cookies, and churros. The Alta X with Custom Subway Box Planning

Misha Herschorn
Aug 26, 20253 min read


Elevating Live Sports with Drones: First Class Drones at Toronto’s Super Tri
We flew Sub-250g FPV and Mavic's with Parachutes for Toronto's SuperTri League Live Broadcast

Josh Dusang
Aug 12, 20254 min read
Behind the Scenes: Flying Drones Legally at Rogers Stadium for the Stray Kids x Live Nation Event
We had the incredible opportunity to film during the very first concert at the newly renovated Rogers Stadium. All flights were conducted legally and safely—with full permissions secured, including authorization for the active 5.1 NOTAM. Special thanks to Transport Canada, Live Nation, the artist team, and the military for working with us to make this possible.

David Polan
Jul 30, 20254 min read


Our FPV Battery Quick Release System
At First Class Drones, we don’t just fly drones, we push their limits. One of our latest solutions is our FPV battery quick release system , born out of real world trial and error during massive 600-drone light shows . Our CineLog 35 equipped with our new FPV battery quick release When your batteries don’t last as long as the performance, you need a fast, safe way to land, swap power, and get airborne again without missing a beat. After a lot of testing, design tweaks, and le

Misha Herschorn
Jul 15, 20254 min read


Why Certified Drone Parachutes Are Essential for Legal Flights Over People in Canada
Why Certified Drone Parachutes Are Essential for Legal Flights Over People in Canada

Josh Dusang
Jul 3, 20253 min read


Drone Lighting: A Game Changer for Night Shoots
Drone lighting is rapidly transforming how we approach night shoots, live events, and even emergency response. With the ability to deliver high-powered, dynamic light from the sky quickly and quietly. Drone-mounted lighting systems are replacing bulky rigs and unlocking new creative possibilities. From cinematic police chase scenes to real-time search and rescue missions, discover why drone lighting is becoming an essential tool for filmmakers, event producers, and first resp

David Polan
Jun 17, 20253 min read
Our Custom Drone Solutions Transform Maple Leafs Hype Video
Explore how we created custom drone solutions for the Toronto Maple Leafs using FPV drones and LED lights.

Misha Herschorn
Jun 10, 20258 min read


Prepping for a job explained: From client intake to final delivery
Our MoneyShot Mini equipped with a RED Komodo When a client approaches us for drone services, there's a meticulous process we follow to ensure we deliver top-notch results that exceed expectations. From the initial intake to the final delivery, each step is crucial for us to understand the client's needs and provide a precise quote. Here's an inside look at our process: Our Alta X carrying a Movi Pro & Sony Burano 8k Client Intake The journey begins with the client intake. Th

Josh Dusang
Jun 3, 20254 min read


Got a Tight Deadline? How First Class Drones Delivers Under Pressure
When deadlines tighten and pressure mounts, First Class Drones delivers. From fast-turnaround FPV fly-throughs to next-day view photography for high-rise renderings, we specialize in producing stunning aerial content even when time isn’t on your side. Here’s how we make the impossible look effortless.

David Polan
May 6, 20252 min read


Behind the Scenes... Aerial Cinematography for ESPN All Star Game Commercial
We are taking you behind the scenes of our mission to provide aerial cinematography for ESPN's All Star Game Commercial

Misha Herschorn
Apr 22, 20254 min read
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