Where we work
Drone filming in Madrid, the Basque Country and the Balearics
Besides Catalonia, we regularly film in Madrid, the Basque Country and the Balearic Islands, and travel anywhere in Spain and Europe.
KoneX Aerials is based in the Penedès, just outside Barcelona, but much of our work happens outside Catalonia. Madrid, the Basque Country and the Balearic Islands are where we film most often, and we travel anywhere in Spain and Europe for commercials, music videos and live broadcasts.
We travel as a complete aerial unit: pilot, FPV and stabilized drones, a cinelifter if a cinema camera is needed, batteries, spares and live broadcast equipment. That way the production does not depend on renting gear locally, and the result is the same as in Barcelona.
Madrid
Madrid is home to many agencies, production companies and TV networks, and with them a large share of Spain's commercials and broadcasts. Its airspace is among the most complex in the country: besides Madrid-Barajas airport there are several civil and military airfields in the metropolitan area and restricted zones in the centre. So every drone shoot in Madrid starts with checking the location on ENAIRE's map and arranging the necessary coordination well in advance. Inside warehouses, studios and venues, an FPV drone with protected propellers delivers shots that do not depend on outdoor airspace.
Basque Country
Coastline, mountains and a strong industrial and food culture: the Basque Country works for commercials, tourism, sport and music videos. The areas around Bilbao, San Sebastián and Vitoria airports have controlled airspace, and the Bay of Biscay weather means planning with backup dates. With FPV and stabilized drones we cover both the coastal landscape shot and fast tracking on a mountain pass or at a sports event.
Balearic Islands
Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera are popular for weddings, hotels, villas and events, and for commercials looking for the Mediterranean. Palma, Ibiza and Menorca airports have controlled airspace covering much of the nearby coast, and there are protected areas such as Cabrera National Park and many Natura 2000 sites. We travel with our gear by ferry or plane depending on the volume and arrange permits before we leave.
Rest of Spain and Europe
For productions elsewhere we work the same way: location and airspace research, paperwork according to the country's rules and a schedule built to make the most of the trip. European drone rules (Regulation (EU) 2019/947) are common across the EU, which makes filming in other countries easier, although each state has its own geographical zones and additional requirements. We have worked on professional basketball broadcasts for DAZN and Movistar+, where the aerial shot has to be ready the exact second the director calls for it.
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How is travel outside Catalonia priced?
It is included in the quote based on destination, shoot days and equipment. If there are several days or services in the same area, the travel cost is shared.
Can you fly in central Madrid?
Central Madrid has controlled airspace and restricted zones, so outdoor flights need prior coordination and approvals that are not always granted. We check each location and suggest alternatives if it is not feasible.
Do you work in other European countries?
Yes. EU drone rules are common across the Union, and we prepare each country's specific requirements before travelling. Tell us the destination and dates and we will tell you what is needed.
Do you bring your own live broadcast equipment?
Yes. We provide the drone, the pilot and a signal output ready for the production's switcher, outside Barcelona too.