Filmmakers First. Drone Pilots Second.

Line of Sight Aerial is a premier aerial cinematography company rooted in the Ozarks and serving the Midwest, built on a foundation of real-world filmmaking experience. Filmmakers first. Drone pilots second. We spent years working in the film industry before ever flying drones, which means we approach aerial work with the same storytelling mindset, visual discipline, and collaborative process as any other camera department.

We’re not just drone operators, we’re filmmakers who understand the full scope of a production and how aerial imagery fits into it. From composition and pacing to working seamlessly with directors and crews, our goal is always to serve the story. We’re deeply committed to the Ozarks and Midwest region, bringing high-end cinematic standards to the productions happening here, while also traveling nationwide and internationally when a project calls for it.

Although Springfield, Missouri is our home base, our work has taken us far beyond it, capturing everything from high-energy roller-coaster footage in Branson to sweeping landscapes in Israel. Wherever your vision takes you, Line of Sight Aerial delivers cinematic drone imagery with intention, experience, and respect for the craft..

Lead pilot, Tim Michalak taking off from a boat dock at Indian Pointe in Branson, Missouri.

Prepared for anything

Fully Insured

Line of Sight Aerial carries comprehensive aviation insurance covering all pilots and aircraft on every operation. Our coverage provides peace of mind for clients, locations, and production partners while ensuring every flight is protected, professional, and fully compliant from takeoff to landing.

FPV Drones

Need a new perspective? Our custom fleet of FPV drones can help you achieve the shot never before possible. Don’t believe us? Watch our FPV reel and see if we have what it takes. Tap here to watch.

Operations Over People & Moving Vehicles

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Line of Sight Aerial holds FAA-approved waivers for operations over people and operations over moving vehicles, allowing us to legally and safely capture aerial footage in complex, real-world environments. From live events to active roadways and populated sets, our compliance-first approach and advanced safety systems make shots possible that many operators simply cannot fly.