FAA Part 107 Certified · McAllen, TX · Est. 2022
Fly-By Drone Photography delivers premium 4K aerial photography and videography for real estate, construction, thermal inspections, and events across the entire Rio Grande Valley.
About Us & Coverage
Founded in 2022 and based in McAllen, TX, Fly-By Drone Photography was built on a simple idea — give every client a perspective they've never seen before. Led by Logan Hardison — an FAA Part 107 certified pilot, licensed real estate agent, and property manager — we bring professionalism, precision, and passion to every flight across the entire Rio Grande Valley.
📍 Service Coverage
Based in McAllen, TX — we fly throughout all four Rio Grande Valley counties. Select a county below to see every city we serve.
Hidalgo County is our home base and primary service area. Same-day availability in most cases. Full suite of services including thermal imaging, MLS photography, and construction inspections.
Cameron County coverage includes coastal and waterfront aerials at South Padre Island and Port Isabel, plus full commercial and residential services throughout Brownsville and Harlingen.
Starr County service includes rural ranch surveys, agricultural aerials, and residential photography. Extended coverage — contact us to confirm scheduling availability for your area.
Willacy County coverage includes agricultural and ranch aerial surveys, residential photography, and construction documentation. Contact us to confirm scheduling for your specific location.
Don't see your city? Get in touch — we cover more ground than listed.
What We Do
High-resolution aerials of commercial buildings, retail centers, and open land — giving buyers and investors the context they need.
Stand out on the MLS with stunning aerial views of homes, neighborhoods, pools, and amenities that ground-level photos can't capture.
Track progress with draw inspections and aerial documentation — 4K ground and aerial photos to keep stakeholders informed.
640×512 resolution thermal imagery via the Autel EVO II Dual 640T V3 — for property analysis, wildlife surveys, and construction monitoring.
Professionally edited video reels (4+ clips, 0:45–1:30 min) assembled and polished for MLS, social media, and marketing.
Every job flown by an FAA Part 107 certified, fully insured pilot — professional results with total peace of mind.
Our Portfolio
Our Fleet
Our primary workhorse for real estate and commercial shoots. Delivers stunning 4K Hasselblad-quality imagery with 3-axis stabilization, making every frame cinematic and client-ready.
Lightweight and FAR Part 107 compliant, the Mini 4 Pro is perfect for residential shoots, tight urban environments, and events where a compact platform is essential.
The most advanced tool in our fleet. Captures both 8K visual and 640×512 thermal imagery simultaneously — revealing heat signatures for property analysis, roofing inspections, and construction monitoring.
Packages
Client Reviews
"Logan delivered stunning aerial shots of our new listing in McAllen. Photos ready in 24 hours — our listing got three offers the first weekend. Worth every penny."
"Used Fly-By for draw inspections on our commercial development in Edinburg. The aerial documentation was exactly what our investors needed. Professional and accurate every time."
"The thermal imaging package was a game-changer for our roofing inspection. Logan spotted moisture issues we never would have found otherwise. Highly recommend."
"Outstanding quality. The aerial footage of our construction site kept our out-of-state investors fully informed at every stage. Couldn't have asked for better documentation."
"Fast turnaround, beautiful shots, and Logan understood exactly what we needed for the MLS. Our listing stood out and sold in under a week. Will definitely use again."
"Logan delivered stunning aerial shots of our new listing in McAllen. Photos ready in 24 hours — our listing got three offers the first weekend. Worth every penny."
"Used Fly-By for draw inspections on our commercial development in Edinburg. The aerial documentation was exactly what our investors needed. Professional and accurate every time."
"The thermal imaging package was a game-changer for our roofing inspection. Logan spotted moisture issues we never would have found otherwise. Highly recommend."
"Outstanding quality. The aerial footage of our construction site kept our out-of-state investors fully informed at every stage. Couldn't have asked for better documentation."
"Fast turnaround, beautiful shots, and Logan understood exactly what we needed for the MLS. Our listing stood out and sold in under a week. Will definitely use again."
Get In Touch
Tell us about your project and we'll respond with availability, pricing, and next steps. No obligation.