Pilots You Can Trust
With FAA certifications, full insurance, and clearance to operate over people, we combine creativity with safety — making us a trusted partner not only in film and entertainment, but also for live events, corporate media, real estate, and disaster recovery. Our experience spans projects for national productions, major brands, and even the NFL, giving every client the confidence that their vision will be executed with precision.
- Cinematic - Sweeping landscapes, dramatic reveals, tracking shots.
- Immersive FPV - Agile fly-throughs and high-speed energy.
- Precision - Controlled moves for corporate, commercial, and real estate.
- Mission-Ready - Aerial support for disaster response and inspections.
About Me
I’m Terrance Bradley Merrell, founder of Gypsy Aerial Imagery and a Part 107 certified drone pilot based in Pensacola, FL. Flying has always been more than a job for me — it’s how I tell stories from the sky. Over the years, I’ve had the chance to work across film and entertainment, bringing cinematic perspectives to feature films, documentaries, and promotional content.
Beyond the creative world, I also serve as a qualified pilot in disaster recovery, partnering with companies like Florida Power & Light and Airborne Response to support critical operations after major storms. My work has taken me from real estate showcases to large-scale productions, each project offering a new way to push the limits of aerial storytelling.
At Gypsy Aerial Imagery, I combine certified skill with a genuine passion for flying — delivering safe, high-quality imagery that’s as dependable as it is dynamic.