​​​​​​​About Vistaworx

Employing non approved, unlicensed drone operators, without insurance is not only dangerous, but also against the law. All UK drone pilots must have the relevent training certification, CAA permissions and public liability insurance. If you are in any doubt whatsoever, ask the operator, as any approved drone pilot should be happy to show you their relevant certification and approvals.​

Hiring a non approved drone operator can be foolhardy. If they are not CAA approved, then they will not have the relevent public liability insurance. In case of a claim, the procuring party could be held liable.

Howard Rockliffe: Owner/Pilot & Cinematographer, CAA Approved, RPQ-s qualified After a lifetime passion for aviation and being bitten by the idea of capturing aerial imagery, Howard started Vistaworx in the autumn of 2014. He is a TV cameraman and commercial photographer with more than 30 years experience and has worked for many established companies including BBC, ITV, Sky, Channel 4, and the Discovery Channel. Projects have taken him to many places across the globe and he has 80 hours+ experience flying various types of drones, including the S1000 heavy lift octocopter, ​​​​​

David Hart: Pilot & Cinematographer, CAA Approved, RPQ-s qualified David's career spans more than 25 years as a TV cameraman, filming a vast array of programmes for the BBC and he has a wealth of knowledge in post production. David often teams up with Howard when there is a requirement for dual flying. Having a two man drone operation brings with it a new set of disciplines, which in turn provides clients with an excellent opportunity to capture drone material not always possible with a single operator. ​​​​​

Alex Oldfield: Industrial Survey Pilot, CAA Approved, BNUC qualified Alex is an important member of the Vistaworx team who primarily works on industrial projects. His knowledge and experience is extensive in the areas of drone surveys and 3D photogrammetry. His flying experience extends from the smallest of drones up to our heavy lift octocopter, capable of capturing high quality Lidar data. His deep seated knowledge and dedication to providing the finest quality work is held in high esteem.