As you are used to, we regularly post beautiful drone videos on DroneXL. In 2021, we will broaden this tradition by also sharing “regular” videos that stand out for the creative use of drone shots. A good example of this is a short documentary about the French quad rider David Tharan. Thanks to the cinematic FPV drone shots you get a unique impression of his stunts.
Drone video shows crowds paying respect to soccer legend Maradona
This stunning drone video was voted best showreel of 2020
It is always nice to see what professional drone operators are pulling out of their hats when making aerial shots. Take the German company Skynamic, for example. Their 2020 stunning drone video recently won awards at the virtual sixth edition of the New York City Drone Film Festival (NYCDFF), in the “Showreel” category.
Drones at Augusta National show the Masters like never before
This year drones at the Augusta National Golf Club are showing The Masters like never before and the fans are appreciating it. The Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia is known for its beautiful scenery, but the aerial perspective that drones provide, adds a new flavor to this year’s golf tournament.
Drone video shows damaged Sea Cabin Pier in Cherry Grove
A drone video shows the damaged Sea Cabin Pier in Cherry Grove, South Carolina. The pier was damaged by Hurricane Isaias as it moved through the area on Monday night.
Judge orders release of police drone videos from investigation into “phantom car crash”
A Superior Court judge has ordered the release of police drone videos and other video footage from the investigation into the disappearance and deaths of Stephanie Mayorga and Paige Escalera, and what was referred to a “phantom car crash.”
Drone video captures Black Lives Matter in Brooklyn, NY
Drone footage shows what’s left of Wendy’s restaurant set on fire after death of Rayshard Brooks
Drone footage shows what’s left of Wendy’s restaurant that was set on fire after the death of Rayshard Brooks. The restaurant is located in Atlanta where the 27-year-old black man died after being shot in the back twice by a police officer.
Drone video shows ‘Black Lives Matter’ street art in Seattle
Check out this drone video of ‘Black Lives Matter’ street art in Seattle. Over the last few weeks we have seen so many photos and videos of the protests, but this video shows perfectly how drones can provide a unique perspective.
FPV drones bring you close to the action. Real close!
FPV drones bring you close to the action. Real close! Check out this video from COLA in which FPV drones follow closely after BASE jumpers. The drone footage is amazing and it makes you wonder how long we will have to wait before we see action shots like these show up in a James Bond movie for instance. Go watch it!
Spectacular drone footage from Mirabel International Airport in Canada
Over the last few weeks, we have seen a number of amazing drone videos that show cities that are deserted because of the social distancing rules and lockdown situations as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Today, we see some spectacular drone footage from Mirabel International Airport in Canada.
Sneak-peek into Autel Robotics’ production line [video]
A short video that was posted on Facebook shows us a sneak-peek into Autel Robotics‘ production line. The 14-second clip shows Autel EVO II’s being put on a conveyor belt at the end of a production line.
Drone in hot pursuit of great white shark at Dana Point [video]
If your drone videos aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough
Famous Magnum photographer, Robert Capa once said that “If your photographs aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.” The same is likely true for drone videos. Check out this one from Hermes Photography.
Drone video to honor veterans and fallen heroes on Memorial Day 2020
Take a minute to watch this drone video that honors our veterans and fallen heroes on Memorial Day. The video was posted on the Washington State Veterans Cemetery Facebook page.
Drone footage shows LA explosion that injured firefighters
New York City drone video shows impact of coronavirus lockdown
Dutch tourist town Volendam by drone. Like you’ve never seen before!
Drones capture devastation caused by tornadoes over Easter weekend
Drones capture the devastation caused by at least 40 tornadoes over the Easter weekend, as they struck parts of the South and Southeast of the United States, leaving 30 people dead, hundreds of buildings destroyed and 1.3 million people without power, according to the Washington Post.
Drone captures dust cloud sweeping over Little Village after smokestack demolition
This video from a drone captures a possibly toxic dust cloud sweeping over Little Village after the demolition of a century-old smokestack at the old Crawford Coal Plant on Saturday morning. Chicago Mayor Lightfoot has asked for a full report of what happened and ordered that “No additional work will happen at this site until we have a full account.”