My name is Tom Blodgett and I'm the owner of Ladera Aerial Photography, which operates throughout Southern California as LaderaAerials.com  I'm also an FAA Part 107 licensed drone aerial photographer and videographer, with more than 45 years of military and civilian flying experience. During the Cold War years of the Reagan Administration, I flew Air Force national security missions against the former Soviet Union, and in the Middle East during the 1983 Iran-Iraq War.  Currently, I'm a senior Captain in my 36h year with a major airline, approaching 30,000 hours of total flight time, as I conclude my career piloting the B757/B767(ER) domestically and internationally.

 

With my airline retirement rapidly approaching, I decided to start Ladera Aerial Photography in November of 2020.  Based out of Ladera Ranch in South Orange County, California, this is actually the second aerial photography company that I have owned and operated.  In short, I would very much enjoy working with you. I'm extremely focused, I consider myself to be an excellent communicator, and I work efficiently to get things done in a timely manner.  I'm also punctual, reliable, and my word is my bond.

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If you would like to inquire about aerial snapshots or videography of a real estate listing, your boat at sea, a private residence, commercial business, construction site, or other property - please call or text me at (949) 370-4117.  Then, simply fill out the free price quote / order form on page 4 of this web site, with a description of the images you would like, and the shot package for which you would like a cost proposal.

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Should you decide to hire me, the fee to produce your aerial images will range in price from $95 to $530, depending on which of my 3 packages and options you choose.  Also, a fuel surcharge will be added to your invoice for the roundtrip cost of automobile fuel to your shot location and any toll road fees that are incurred.  Finally, let me say thank you, in advance, for your time and consideration regarding the aerial photography services I offer. 

 

It would be my privilege to shoot some aerial snapshots, or videography, for you if the need should arise. In the meantime, I would like to wish you, your family, and your business colleagues, a happy, healthy, and prosperous year... 

 

Best Regards,

Tom Blodgett

Mobile: (949) 370-4117