Unmanned Aerial Solutions is a SACAA-licensed commercial drone services company based in Centurion, Gauteng. We deliver precision UAV aerial intelligence across agriculture, construction, security surveillance, wildlife conservation and creative media - Gauteng and all of South Africa.
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50 km
Radius Included
8
Service Categories
24–72
Hr Lead Time
100%
SACAA Compliant
What We Do
8 SPECIALIST SERVICE AREAS
01
Surveillance & Security in Gauteng
Perimeter patrols, aerial surveillance and site risk assessments for farms, estates, mines and commercial properties.
02
Infrastructure Inspection
Power lines, cell towers, solar panels, wind turbines, bridges, railways, pipelines and utility monitoring.
03
Agricultural Drone Monitoring South Africa
Plant counting, crop health assessment and yield estimation over large areas efficiently and accurately.
04
Construction Monitoring
Progress tracking via time-lapse and video, safety monitoring and aerial asset surveillance on active sites.
05
Aerial Photography & Videography South Africa
Marketing content, event coverage - weddings, concerts - and cinematography for social media, film and TV.
06
Wildlife & Conservation
Anti-poaching support, animal and livestock counts, conservation monitoring and hunting tracking assistance.
07
Real Estate Services
Aerial footage for property listings, lot overviews and high-impact marketing campaigns.
08
Emergency & Disaster Response
Rapid storm damage surveys, disaster area assessments and insurance claim support documentation.
At a Glance
WHY CHOOSE UAS?
SACAA Compliant
Fully licensed and regulated - every flight, every time. ROC #UASOC.AAD.0001-2014/G1472D
Public Liability
Covered by comprehensive public liability insurance on all engagements.
50 km Radius
Travel within 50 km included in standard daily rates at no extra cost.
Data Confidential
All footage and data remains exclusively yours. Strict confidentiality observed.
3–5 Day Turnaround
Standard turnaround for processed media and report delivery after mission completion.
24–72 Hr Lead Time
Required for mission deployment. Responsive and ready to plan your operation fast.
Flexible Contracts
Daily rates or tailored monthly packages - we scale to your operational needs.
Gauteng & Beyond
Based in Centurion. Deployable nationwide with additional travel arrangements.
FAQs
COMMON QUESTIONS
Are you SACAA licensed?
Yes. All our operations are conducted under a valid Remote Operator Certificate (ROC) - reference UASOC.AAD.0001-2014/G1472D. We operate under this ROC rather than holding it directly, meaning every flight we conduct falls within a fully licensed, regulated framework compliant with South African RPAS regulations and overseen by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA).
Where do you operate in South Africa?
We are based in Centurion, Gauteng, with 50 km travel included in standard rates. We deploy nationwide - Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, North West - with additional travel arrangements for out-of-radius projects.
What is your lead time for drone operations?
We require 24–72 hours lead time for mission deployment - covering pre-flight planning, airspace notifications, and regulatory compliance. For urgent emergency response, please call us directly on +27 78 683 9758.
What drones do you use?
We operate exclusively on DJI enterprise platforms - including the Matrice 4T for thermal and inspection missions, and the Mavic 3 Enterprise for survey and imaging. All aircraft are SACAA-registered, serviced, and calibrated.
How quickly are deliverables provided?
Standard turnaround for processed media, reports, and data is 3–5 business days after mission completion. All data is client-owned and confidential - we never retain or repurpose your footage or datasets.
Do you offer monthly drone contracts?
Yes. Monthly packages are available for ongoing operations - security patrols, construction monitoring, conservation programmes and more. Monthly contracts offer better value, guaranteed availability, and a dedicated team.
Why can't I just fly my own drone?
You can fly your own drone recreationally - but the moment there is any commercial purpose, financial gain, or business outcome involved, South African law requires full SACAA licensing. Under Part 101 of the Civil Aviation Regulations, any commercial drone operation must be conducted by a pilot holding a Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC), and the operating entity must hold an RPAS Operator's Certificate (ROC/UASOC). This applies even if you own the drone outright. Beyond licensing, commercial operations require registered aircraft, a compliant operations manual, a safety management system, public liability insurance, and SACAA-approved maintenance procedures. The process from start to ROC typically takes 18–24 months and costs upwards of R50,000 in certification alone. For most businesses, engaging a licensed operator like UAS is faster, safer, and far more cost-effective than self-certification.
What are the penalties for not being SACAA compliant?
Non-compliance with South Africa's Civil Aviation Regulations is treated as a criminal offence - not merely an administrative matter. Both SACAA and SAPS are empowered to enforce these laws. The consequences can include:
Fines up to R50,000 - for operating without a licence, flying in restricted airspace, or conducting commercial operations without a ROC.
Imprisonment of up to 10 years - for serious breaches such as endangering aircraft, flying near airports without authorisation, or causing injury or death through negligent operation.
Permanent equipment confiscation - SACAA and SAPS are authorised to seize drones used in illegal operations. Retrieval is rarely possible.
Licence suspension or revocation - if a ROC or RPC holder breaches regulations, SACAA can withdraw their certification immediately.
POPIA privacy violations - if unlicensed aerial footage captures people or private property, additional fines of up to R10 million can apply under the Protection of Personal Information Act.
Unmanned Aerial Solutions (UAS) is a proudly South African drone services company delivering precision aerial intelligence to clients across a broad spectrum of industries - from agriculture and construction to security, conservation and creative media.
Founded and operated by a team of passionate aviation professionals, UAS was built on a simple belief: that drone technology, when applied correctly, can transform the way businesses see, manage, and protect their assets.
From a single inspection to a long-term monthly contract, we scale to your needs. Our team is responsive, reliable and ready to deploy across Gauteng and beyond.
SACAA ROC Holder
Our Mission
DECISIVE ADVANTAGE FROM ABOVE
To provide accessible, professional and fully compliant drone services that give our clients a decisive advantage - whether that means faster inspections, sharper marketing content, or real-time situational awareness on the ground.
Why UAS?
BEYOND THE FLIGHT
What sets us apart is our commitment to going beyond the flight. We take the time to understand your operational environment, tailor every mission to your specific requirements, and deliver data and media that is immediately actionable.
Our Values
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Professionalism
Every engagement is handled with the highest level of professionalism - from pre-flight planning to final deliverable. SACAA-licensed, insured, and fully compliant on every mission.
Precision
We deliver data and media that is immediately actionable. Our clients make real decisions based on what we give them - safety calls, financial ones, operational ones. That responsibility drives us.
Confidentiality
All footage, imagery and data captured on your behalf remains exclusively yours. We maintain strict confidentiality practices and will never share or repurpose your materials without consent.
Services
8 SPECIALIST SERVICE AREAS
We deploy drone technology across 8 specialist service areas. Each engagement is tailored to your operational environment and regulatory requirements.
01
Surveillance & Security
Perimeter patrols, aerial surveillance and site risk assessments for farms, estates, mines and commercial properties. Standard shift: 8 hrs | 2 pilots | 1 drone
Live VideoNight OpsRisk Reports
02
Infrastructure Inspection
Power lines, cell towers, solar panels, wind turbines, bridges, railways, pipelines and utility monitoring
ThermalZoom CameraDefect Reports
03
Agricultural Monitoring
Plant counting, crop health assessment and yield estimation over large areas efficiently and accurately
NDVIMultispectralGIS Data
04
Construction Monitoring
Progress tracking via time-lapse and video, safety monitoring and aerial asset surveillance on active sites
Time-Lapse3D ModelsProgress Reports
05
Aerial Photography & Video
Marketing content, event coverage - weddings, concerts - and cinematography for social media, film and TV
4K VideoRAW ImagesEdited Delivery
06
Wildlife & Conservation
Anti-poaching support, animal and livestock counts, conservation monitoring and hunting tracking assistance
ThermalCensus DataAnti-Poaching
07
Real Estate Services
Aerial footage for property listings, lot overviews and high-impact marketing campaigns
Property VideoStillsVirtual Tours
08
Emergency & Disaster Response
Rapid storm damage surveys, disaster area assessments and insurance claim support documentation
Rapid DeployDamage ReportsInsurance Docs
Need Something Specialised?
IF IT'S POSSIBLE WITH A DRONE, WE'LL DO IT.
Drone technology is rapidly evolving. If your requirement isn't listed above, contact us - if it's achievable with drone technology, we want to make it happen for you.
Pricing
EVERY MISSION IS UNIQUE. SO IS THE PRICE.
Pricing at UAS is tailored to your specific operational requirements - site, scope, duration, equipment and deliverables all factor in. We'd rather give you an accurate, no-obligation quote than a number that doesn't reflect your project.
Fill in the form and we'll respond within one business day with a clear proposal.
Daily Rates Available
Ideal for single-day shoots, inspections or ad hoc deployments. Equipment and pilot fees included.
Thanks for reaching out. The UAS team will respond within one business day. For urgent requirements, please call us directly.
Our Fleet
ENTERPRISE DJI PLATFORMS IN THE FIELD
We operate exclusively on DJI's commercial and enterprise platforms - the global industry standard for precision, reliability, and best-in-class sensor ecosystems. Every aircraft in our fleet is SACAA-registered, serviced, and ready to deploy across South Africa.
Thermal & Inspection
DJI MATRICE 4T
Our primary platform for thermal operations, public safety, infrastructure inspection, and search-and-rescue support. The Matrice 4T carries a quad-sensor payload - wide camera, medium tele, telephoto, and infrared thermal - with a laser rangefinder and NIR auxiliary light.
▶ DJI Enterprise - Official Matrice 4 Series introduction
▶ DJI Enterprise - Official Mavic 3 Enterprise introduction
Versatile Workhorse
DJI MAVIC 3 ENTERPRISE
Our compact, fast-deploy platform for aerial photography, real estate, event coverage, and light inspection work. The Mavic 3E delivers a mechanical shutter, 4/3" CMOS sensor, and 56× hybrid zoom in a folding, highly portable package - perfect for rapid deployment anywhere in South Africa.
Flight TimeUp to 45 minutes · O3 Enterprise transmission
RTKOptional RTK module for centimetre-level accuracy
PortabilityFolding design · Rapid setup · Ideal for remote locations
Aerial PhotographyReal EstateSurveyingEvents
Heavy-Lift Enterprise
DJI MATRICE 350 RTK
Our heavy-lift flagship for long-endurance missions with multi-payload configurations. The Matrice 350 RTK supports the full Zenmuse payload range - including LiDAR, thermal, and high-resolution imaging - making it the go-to platform for complex infrastructure inspection, large-scale mapping, and extended security operations.
PayloadUp to 2.7 kg · Dual payload capability
Flight TimeUp to 55 minutes · Hot-swap battery system
TransmissionO3 Enterprise · 20 km video link · Triple-frequency RTK
ProtectionIP55 rated · Deployable in wind, rain and dust
▶ DJI Enterprise - Official Matrice 350 RTK introduction
▶ DJI Mavic 4 Pro - Official introduction video
Aerial Photography
DJI MAVIC 4 PRO
DJI's flagship consumer aerial imaging platform - a triple-camera powerhouse built for professional-grade photography and videography. The Mavic 4 Pro pairs a 100 MP 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad main sensor with dual large-CMOS tele cameras and an Infinity Gimbal with 360° rotation, delivering 6K/60fps HDR video and unmatched creative versatility from the air.
