Safety

Safety Commitment — Blacktail Aerial

At Blacktail Aerial, safety is the foundation of every flight we conduct. We understand that drone operations often take place around active jobsites, heavy equipment, energized infrastructure, and personnel working in high-risk environments. Our priority is to deliver professional drone services while maintaining a strong safety culture that protects people, property, and operations.

We don’t cut corners. Every mission is planned, assessed, and executed with a focus on safe decision-making, clear communication, and compliance with applicable regulations and site requirements.

Our Safety-First Approach

Operational Risk Management

Every project begins with a safety-focused planning process to ensure risks are identified and controlled before takeoff. This includes:

• Pre-flight hazard assessment and operational planning
  
  

• Identification of worksite risks (equipment movement, overhead hazards, public access, etc.)
  
  

• Establishing safe launch/landing zones and clear boundaries
  
  

• Coordination with site contacts to avoid interfering with ongoing operations
  
  

Compliance and Professional Standards

Blacktail Aerial operates with a commitment to safe and responsible flight practices, including:

• FAA-compliant drone operations and safe flight decision-making
  
  

• Respect for controlled airspace and operational restrictions
  
  

• Flight planning to prevent unnecessary exposure to people, vehicles, and structures
  
  

• Maintaining safe separation from work activities, energized equipment, and high-risk areas
  
  

Jobsite Safety & Communication

When operating on industrial and construction sites, communication is critical. We work closely with supervisors, safety personnel, and crews to ensure drone operations are safe and coordinated.

Our jobsite practices include:

• Pre-job brief with the site contact when required
  
  

• Clear communication of the flight plan and operating area
  
  

• Staying out of active lift zones, exclusion zones, and line-of-fire areas
  
  

• Maintaining a controlled operational perimeter during takeoff, landing, and flight
  
  

• Stopping flight operations immediately if conditions change or risks increase
  
  

Safe Equipment Practices

Safe operations require reliable equipment and disciplined procedures. We maintain our aircraft and mission equipment to ensure they are ready for safe use.

This includes:

• Pre-flight checks and equipment inspections
  
  

• Battery safety practices and controlled charging/storage procedures
  
  

• Firmware and system readiness checks
  
  

• Monitoring wind, weather, visibility, and operational conditions throughout the flight
  
  

Weather and Environmental Responsibility

West Texas conditions can change quickly, and we take weather seriously. We monitor wind speed, gusts, and overall conditions before and during operations. Flights are delayed or cancelled when conditions could impact safety, control, or image quality.

Commitment to Safety Over Speed

Blacktail Aerial will never sacrifice safety for schedule, cost, or convenience. If conditions are not safe to fly, we will pause, adjust the plan, or reschedule to ensure the job is completed the right way.

Our clients trust us because we operate with professionalism, situational awareness, and a strong safety mindset—every time.

Work With a Safety-Driven Drone Partner

If you’re looking for drone services that prioritize safe, compliant, and professional operations, Blacktail Aerial is ready to support your project.