ROC NO: CAA/G1271D
🇿🇦  CAPE TOWN | SOUTH AFRICA

WE FLY DRONES

WE FLY 
DRONES

Darkwing Aerials is a leading drone company with licensed pilots flying in the film and industrial sectors.

WE FLY DRONES

ROC NO: CAA/G1271D
🇿🇦  CAPE TOWN | SOUTH AFRICA

ABOUT

Darkwing Aerials is an expert drone team with licensed pilots flying in the film and industrial sectors.
15
years in the industry
150
jobs per year
10
licensed drones
1340
licensed flying hours

FILM

We have 15 years' experience operating on fast-paced film projects.
Watch our showreel to see the diversity of productions we've worked on and the types of shots our pilots can deliver.

Film Showreel

FPV

Get shots that are fast and tight with FPV.
Our team includes some of the best FPV pilots in the industry, and our FPV drones carry heavy payloads like the Red Komodo to deliver high-quality footage, at speed.

FPV Showreel

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Get off the ground easily with our various approvals.

Darkwing Aerials has flight permissions to fly over national key points
National key points
Darkwing has permission to fly over people
Over people
Darkwing Aerials has permission to fly over roads
Over roads
Darkwing Aerials has permission to fly at night
At night
Darkwing Aerials has permission to fly near airports
Near an Airport
Darkwing Aerials has permission to fly in Sanparks and Cape Nature
Sanparks & Cape Nature

Our clients include leading brands and production companies.

BMW
Santam
Cartier
The Challenge
Fear Factor
MTV
Apple TV
Pepsi
National Geographic
Mtn
Tommy Hilfiger
Michelin
Woolmark
Corona
Glenfiddich
Diesel
Adidas
Shark Week
Astron
Maersk
Delta
KLM
Double Century
Zenith
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Rl27ACjcqY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2WRxnUO2-Q
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5eZ2Zp7eTo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqM0ZYnA02g
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVWJCRb3HMI&t=30s
https://vimeo.com/530284579
https://vimeo.com/699480886
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAnfzSKFbLQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_5XCeAIfPo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1TkJLrpyBs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZeYZ6OOCuY
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https://www.instagram.com/reel/CplVXWMLTXq/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUF6yHAUVa8
https://m.facebook.com/moonlighting.film.production.services/videos/samsung-never-give-up/6321773894547505/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F735WKDYUk
https://vimeo.com/839845759
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https://www.instagram.com/reel/Co7kIv3IWLH/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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https://www.volvocars.com/za
https://www.discovery.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eI_SbgtT-cE
https://www.stellaartois.com/
https://www.porsche.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrfO9rBFOSw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Re3L_GJZII4
https://www.monsterenergy.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wPWea8smx8
https://www.worldsurfleague.com/
https://www.redbull.com/za-en/videos/red-bull-box-cart-race-video
https://www.breitling.com/us-en/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Rl27ACjcqY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2WRxnUO2-Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrwwrEBB5h8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5eZ2Zp7eTo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqM0ZYnA02g
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVWJCRb3HMI&t=30s
https://vimeo.com/530284579
https://vimeo.com/699480886
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAnfzSKFbLQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_5XCeAIfPo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1TkJLrpyBs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZeYZ6OOCuY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZMHi8Umzlw
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtoM1legxY1/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.instagram.com/p/CsBDsULqQck/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.instagram.com/reel/Co45PgrK41g/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CplVXWMLTXq/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUF6yHAUVa8
https://m.facebook.com/moonlighting.film.production.services/videos/samsung-never-give-up/6321773894547505/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F735WKDYUk
https://vimeo.com/839845759
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIEyvIS5jek
https://www.instagram.com/reel/Co7kIv3IWLH/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpSSTBgIgpw/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ocnU2R_G-M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXyBraK0n8o
https://www.volvocars.com/za
https://www.discovery.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eI_SbgtT-cE
https://www.stellaartois.com/
https://www.porsche.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrfO9rBFOSw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Re3L_GJZII4
https://www.monsterenergy.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wPWea8smx8
https://www.worldsurfleague.com/
https://www.redbull.com/za-en/videos/red-bull-box-cart-race-video
https://www.breitling.com/us-en/

Hear what some of our clients have to say.

"The Darkwing team are professionals from enquiry all the way to delivery. We at Eyeforce were so impressed with their service and execution taking our film to the next level. We will work with them time and time again, no doubt."

Samantha Lowe
Head of Production
Eyeforce
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"Whether in the bush, the desert or on the ocean, no challenge was too big. Not only did we not have a single incident, but we also got amazing footage. These guys come highly recommended!"

Kat Pachel
Producer & MD
Table Mountain Films
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It was a pleasure to meet you and your team, you guys are total pros and do great work.
Beyond appreciative of your efforts. I will highly recommend you to anyone and everyone at Discovery.

Jeff Kurr
Producer
Discovery Channel
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"The Darkwing team are professionals from enquiry all the way to delivery. We at Eyeforce were so impressed with their service and execution taking our film to the next level. We will work with them time and time again, no doubt."

Samantha Lowe
Head of Production
Eyeforce
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Let us move your camera
At Darkwing Aerials, we offer cutting-edge handheld camera and gimbal services to capture dynamic shots. Our skilled operators use advanced Movi and Ronin technology, and can even film while riding a One Wheel, ensuring smooth and innovative footage for your projects.
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Client projects
We’ve worked on a variety of feature films, commercials, and other exciting film projects.
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KLM Holidays - Alles Komt Samen
Alta-X
Red Komodo
5" FPV Racer
Riegl VUX-1UAV
DJI H20T
Alta-8
Go Pro Hero 10
Inspire 2
Mavic Pro 2
M300
FPV
DJI Z30
DJI XT2
Riegl Minivux
Panthère de Cartier: Vanessa Kirby
Alta-X
Red Komodo
5" FPV Racer
Riegl VUX-1UAV
DJI H20T
Alta-8
Go Pro Hero 10
Inspire 2
Mavic Pro 2
M300
FPV
DJI Z30
DJI XT2
Riegl Minivux
Publicité Faire bouger le sport - Decathlon
Alta-X
Red Komodo
5" FPV Racer
Riegl VUX-1UAV
DJI H20T
Alta-8
Go Pro Hero 10
Inspire 2
Mavic Pro 2
M300
FPV
DJI Z30
DJI XT2
Riegl Minivux
Wear Wool, Not Fossil Fuel - Woolmark
Alta-X
Red Komodo
5" FPV Racer
Riegl VUX-1UAV
DJI H20T
Alta-8
Go Pro Hero 10
Inspire 2
Mavic Pro 2
M300
FPV
DJI Z30
DJI XT2
Riegl Minivux
Beast 2022
Alta-X
Red Komodo
5" FPV Racer
Riegl VUX-1UAV
DJI H20T
Alta-8
Go Pro Hero 10
Inspire 2
Mavic Pro 2
M300
FPV
DJI Z30
DJI XT2
Riegl Minivux
Diesel - The New Perfume
Alta-X
Red Komodo
5" FPV Racer
Riegl VUX-1UAV
DJI H20T
Alta-8
Go Pro Hero 10
Inspire 2
Mavic Pro 2
M300
FPV
DJI Z30
DJI XT2
Riegl Minivux
Let us produce your project
We offer comprehensive media services beyond our renowned drone operations. As a full-service media company, we provide start-to-finish film production, including corporate videos, promotional content, and videography solutions. Our creative team collaborates with clients to bring their vision to life, from concept to final edit.
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ABOUT DARKWING AERIALS

Your eyes in the sky, and your team on the ground.

Darkwing Aerials was founded in 2012 as one of the first fully licensed UAV companies in South Africa. With extensive aerial cinematography and film experience with several local and international productions, Darkwing quickly became a favourite in the industry. In 2015, Darkwing added to their service offering by introducing a focus on the main industrial sectors.

With a combination of film and industrial inspection experience, Darkwing has evolved into one of the leading UAV companies with an extensive service offering.

Darkwing is able to provide bespoke drone solutions which encompass our varied and extensive service offering, and are specifically tailored to our clients’ needs.

The Darkwing team

Dean Engela
Dean Engela
CEO & Founder
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Darkwing Aerials was founded by Dean Engela in 2012 through his passion for film and the desire to bring a different perspective to the viewer. His combination of on-set and cinematography experience has led to a collaboration of multi-axial shots that have been made possible through the use of a drones.

Ceil Reyneke Gregg
Ceil Reyneke Gregg
Head of Production
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Ceil is our Head of Production, bringing a mix of creativity and organisation to every project. With a fine art degree and a background in long-form film, Ceil ensures that every job runs smoothly and meets the highest standards.

Thomas McLeod
Thomas McLeod
QAQC & HSE Manager
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Tom has been with the Darkwing team since 2012. He is behind the various permissions that Darkwing has secured over the years, giving our team the cutting edge when it comes to flying in unexplored locations.

Oliver Lane
Oliver Lane
FPV & Drone Pilot
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Oli is a permanent FPV and drone pilot on the Darkwing team. With a start in FPV, his drone control skills are sought after by clients – and envied by fellow pilots.

Robin 'Gumby' Moulang
Robin 'Gumby' Moulang
Drone Pilot and Camera Operator
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Duncan Walker
Duncan Walker
Movi and Camera Operator
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Timothee Ferreira
Timothee Ferreira
FPV & Drone Pilot
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Timmi is our FPV pilot & cinematographer who is known for being passionate & puts massive effort into every project he takes on. Timmi has a high-spirited demeanor and adapts to whatever is required of him.

He keeps his head up and his heart humble.

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Andrew van Niekerk
Andrew van Niekerk
Drone Pilot
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Mike Everard
Mike Everard
Drone Pilot and Camera Operator
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Andre Eksteen
Andre Eksteen
Drone Pilot and Camera Operator
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Get the shot you want

Fast, strong, big, and small – our suite of drones cater for any production requirements.

Alta X drone
Inspire drone
Alta X drone
FPV done
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Let's work together

Contact us directly to discuss your shoot requirements and for more information on our licensed pilots and gear.

Dean Engela CEO and founder of Darkwing Aerials

Dean Engela

Founder & CEO
+27 83 678 2326dean@darkwingaerials.com
Darkwing Aerials Head of Production Ceil Reyneke Gregg

Ceil Reyneke Gregg

Head of Production
+27 82 757 7453ceil@darkwingaerials.com