Strategic Air Captures
Stunning Drone Photography in Northeast Ohio
From breathtaking real estate videography to precise infrastructure inspections, we provide expert drone services across Northeast Ohio tailored to your unique needs.

Why choose Strategic Air Captures?
Certified Pilot
Our Company Founder and Pilot, Jason J Rister, is an FAA-certified small UAS/drone pilot (14 CFR Part 107).
As such, we strive to uphold the highest standards of aviation safety and to be a good steward of our small part in the National Airspace System.
Cutting-Edge Technology
We use the latest drone technology to deliver high-quality imaging and data collection.
State-wide Availability
While based in Cortland, we are proud to serve clients throughout Northeast Ohio, including Warren, Niles, Youngstown, and beyond.
Services We Provide
Real Estate Imaging
Enhance your property listings with high-quality aerial photos and videos that attract buyers.
Search & Rescue Services
We can assist in locating lost persons and lost pets, livestock, and other animals using the latest aerial thermal imaging technology.
Property & Infrastructure Inspections
Conduct detailed inspections of residential and commercial roofs, towers, antennas, windmills, solar arrays, bridges, and other structures with precision and safety.
Damage Assessment
Conduct aerial damage assessment after fires, floods, storms, earthquakes, and other natural disasters for insurance claims.
Aerial Photography & Videography
Capture stunning images and video from the sky, perfect for real estate, events, and more.
Custom Drone Solutions
Tailor our drone services to fit your specific project requirements and achieve exceptional results. Contact us today to plan a Mission!
Latest News
Beyond the Curb Appeal: 5 Ways Drone Photography Sells Ohio Real Estate Faster
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A New Hope in the Search: How Thermal Drones Are Reuniting Lost Pets with Their Families in Ohio
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Remembering D-Day: 81 Years of Valor and Sacrifice
Today, June 6th, 2025, marks 81 years since the largest seaborne invasion in history: D-Day. On this day in 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, beginning the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi occupation and changing the course of World...