AERIAL PRODUCTION SOLUTIONS

Dearborn Drone Co is an aerial production service company based in Birmingham, AL and with a satellite location outside Memphis, TN. We are more than just a pilot; we are drone experts. Understanding the task at hand will direct the drone(s) needed for the job. The aerial production solutions we seek require creativity that's outside of traditional thinking. It's about combining old tech with new and learning to take calculated risks with what we once thought was impossible.

MISSION

To help story tellers bring their vision to life with a dynamic aerial edge. We believe in cross-functional teammates that embrace more than being a pilot, but truly understanding the drone and its full capabilities.

TEAM

Molly Murphy

Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, & FAA Certified Pilot

My passion for drones took some time to take off. I watched my brother, Lucas, for years before I finally grew a love seeing how landscapes and cities changed from the sky and found myself needing to document me. I knew I was ready for a career change late 2021 so that’s when Lucas and I first joined forces to start Dearborn Drone Co.

 

Since 2016, my professional experience has been in the mechanical engineering field and primarily focused on fasteners in a variety of OEM applications. This included custom manufacturing, testing, quality documentation, application, and failure analysis. I managed multiple fastener projects within my region for National OEM clients spanning 6 years which ended with a large hardware implementation for a now $24 million dollar a year customer (and growing). Although I am no longer in that position/company, I have a lot of experience to bring from it and to provide to the drone industry.

Lucas Dearborn

Co-Founder, Chief Technology Officer, & FAA Certified Pilot

My passion for drones started in 2016 once I realized how much computer systems and video games related to the industry. My craft of understanding computer mechanics with a passion for first person view games, was finally realized in one product. The first few years, I was deeply involved with racing which later led to my first drone company, FPVenture. After a few years working independently, I decided to rebrand with my sister to create Dearborn Drone Co.

 

I have extensive experience in multiple drone industries such as precision agriculture, infrastructure inspections, disaster response, and production to name a few, but found I am most passionate about providing aerial solutions for cinematography and creative filming. My piloting skills are partnered with my ability to build, adjust and maintain custom aerial systems.

SERVICES

AERIAL VIDEO & PHOTO

COMMERCIAL
FILM
TV

CUSTOM AERIAL

CONSULTING
AERIAL SOLUTIONS

ADDITIONAL

GROUND FOOTAGE
CREATIVE LEAD/SUPPORT
EDITING

OUR IDEAL CUSTOMER…

Is someone who values professionalism, speed, efficiency, and safety when looking for aerial solutions and needing their videos to increase brand/campaign awareness. Work for our clientele ranges from small in-house projects to larger team and production environments. 

DDC BENEFITS

  • Part 107 FAA-Certified Drone Pilots
  • One million in Drone Liability Insurance
  • Not just a pilot, we are drone experts. 

WORK

DEARBORN DRONE CO FPV REEL

Video Goal: Personal Branding

DDC: Creative, FPV Drone Pilot, & Edit

Stoopicold 2022 Drift Event Coverage

Video Goal: Event Recap

Client: Co-Sponsor, Grip Royal

DDC: Creative & Drone Pilots (FPV and on DJI)

Quick Visuals: Edit

Mercedes Benz Collierville

Video Goal: Advertise Brand/Branch

Location/Client: Mercedes Benz Collierville, TN

Marketality: Creative, Production, Voice-over, & Edit

DDC: Creative & FPV Drone Pilot

DH Griffin Tutwiller Hall Implosion

Video Goal: Entertainment & Branding

Location: University of Alabama

Nelson Aerial Productions: Creative, Drone Pilots, & Edit

DDC: Drone Pilots (FPV and on DJI)

Freshwater Land Trust Mural

Video Goal: Mural Reveal/Progression Video, Entertainment

Client/Artist: Shawn Fitzwater

DDC: Creative, DJI Drone Pilot, & Edit

Mailing Address
216 Country Club Parkway Unit 702, Birmingham, AL 35213
Phone
901.239.6797

AIRCRAFT

Our in-house experts have built, can modify, or create new first-person view (FPV) solutions. Below is an outline of our current FPV aircrafts with some additional commercial drones that we can use to meet your aerial needs.

SWOL - Dual Operator

  • Aircraft Style: FPV
  • Est. Max Speed: 70 mph
  • Est. Flight Time: 5 min
  • Wingspan: 30″ corner to corner

Additional Notes: Gimbal fixed on drone and can be balanced to fit most cinema cameras. This aircraft utilizes both a drone pilot and camera operator.

SWOL - Hard Mounted

  • Aircraft Style: FPV
  • Est. Max Speed: 90 mph
  • Est. Flight Time: 7 min
  • Wingspan: 30″ corner to corner

Additional Notes: Cinema camera is hard mounted to fpv platform allowing for high energy, fast paced motion picture.

LePidgeon with Naked BMPCC 4K

  • Aircraft Style: FPV
  • Est. Max Speed: 75 mph
  • Est. Flight Time: 6 min
  • Wingspan: 20″ corner to corner

Additional Notes: Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k is de-cased and hard wired to fpv platform allowing for high energy, fast paced motion picture but with smaller footprint than our SWOL model.

DJI Inspire 2

  • Aircraft Style: DJI System
  • Est. Max Speed: 42 mph
  • Est. Flight Time: 26 min
  • Wingspan: 30″ corner to corner

Additional Notes: Features a fully stabilized 3-axis gimbal with a 1” CMOS sensor camera (jointly developed by DJI and Hasselblad) that shoots 4K video, 20-megapixel photos, and supports filters. (From DJI product manual)

Mavic 2 Pro

  • Aircraft Style: DJI System
  • Est. Max Speed: 42 mph
  • Est. Flight Time: 26 min
  • Wingspan: 18″ corner to corner

Additional NotesFeatures a fully stabilized 3-axis gimbal with a 1” CMOS sensor camera (jointly developed by DJI and Hasselblad) that shoots 4K video, 20-megapixel photos, and supports filters. (From DJI product manual)

GoPro FPV

  • Aircraft Style: FPV
  • Est. Max Speed: 99 mph
  • Est. Flight Time: 8 min
  • Wingspan: 12″ corner to corner

Additional Notes: Super mobile and fast. The most versatile drone with speed, flight time, and set up ease prior to flight. This platform stems from a traditional race drone.

GoPro Mini Whoop

  • Aircraft Style: FPV
  • Est. Max Speed: 30 mph
  • Est. Flight Time: 4 min
  • Wingspan: 5″ corner to corner

Additional Notes: Best for inside and around people due to ducted propellors, agility, and precise movements.

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