About

Inspired by a love for big stories, aviation and being a part of big things, Recon Five Media was founded in 2018 in Virginia by Mr. Rick Charles, a former U.S. military aviator, aviation industry professional and lifelong AvGeek.
Rick has been a stills photography for decades only later to discover videography and aerial imagery which is now our primary "focus" (pun intended!).
Recon Five Media is a multi-platform visual media company based in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. We specialize in fast-moving subjects, action and motion where do-overs and retakes are not an option. Whether its an aircraft in flight, a breaking news story or weather time lapse sequences, we excel in the challenging environment of "getting it right the first time" because that's the only chance we'll get.
Brand, lifestyle and travel imagery is our most recent endeavor where we can capture the better aspects of life and the products that make it happen.
Recon Five Media is a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Certified Service-disabled, Veteran-owned
Small Business.
We have a track record of drone aerial imagery excellence. Recon Five Media is a U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 Remote (UAS/drone) Pilot certificated operator with current training recertification, full insurance and a 100% safe flying record since 2017!
Publications
Recon Five Media Contributions and Clients include:






