UAS / Drone Updates

FilmLAFor Filmmakers, Production Alerts

Submission Deadlines: Due to the increasing demand for drone filming and in an effort to ensure the best possible service to the film industry, please note the following: When requesting UAS/drones at film locations please be aware that the deadline to submit all required documentation and related insurance to FilmL.A. is 12:00pm one (1) business day prior to the first date … Read More

Changes to Section 333 Grant Exemption UAS Operations – Flight Over

FilmLAProduction Alerts

FilmL.A. was recently made aware of a change to the rules and regulations governing UAS operators using the Section 333 Grant Exemption. In November of 2016, the FAA changed its rules related to UAS operations over “participants” (cast/crew, etc.). The regulations are revised as follows: “For the purpose of closed-set motion picture and television filming, now defined as aerial data … Read More

FAA Implements Part 107, Effective 8/29/16

FilmLAFor Filmmakers, Production Alerts

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented new guidelines to govern the use of Unmanned Aircraft (UAs). Regulation Part 107 is the FAA’s continuing effort to integrate Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations into the National Airspace System (NAS) as mandated by Congress. The regulations of Part 107 were tailored to address the risks associated with small UAS operations in NAS. … Read More

FAA Updates Motion Picture and Television Plans of Activity Processing – Aerial Activity

FilmLAProduction Alerts

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has updated its Plan of Activity processing for aerial activity to reflect the following: Operators utilizing aircraft for aerobatic maneuvers below the minimum 1,500 feet above the surface or in proximity to persons or airspace are required to have a Certificate of Waiver and submit a Plan of Activity (POA) to the local Flights Standard … Read More