There is a lot of bad information out there about the FAA’s policy on enforcing drone regulations against commercial operators. “The FAA has never fined a drone operator operating commercially without a section 333.” Some people in the RC community regularly post on bulletin boards and other forums that “the FAA does not care about commercial drone use.” The quote we hear …
Our team at dronelaw.pro is returning from the largest commercial drone event in North America, www.InterDrone.com. Here is some information from the the show, which you might find interesting: 1. The FAA has stepped up enforcement against commercial operators without a Section 333. This means your 333 will be more valuable, and there will be higher market barriers against unlawful …
Should I hire a company to take aerial photographs using a quadcopter / UAV / drone for my real estate or other business? If you are going to hire an outside company to take your drone photographs, there are some due diligence items you need to complete. There are two primary risks, which need to be avoided. Drone Risk #1: The first …
What is a FAA Section 333 Exemption for drone use? Great news! The FAA granted your Section 333 petition for exemption. You are ready to fly your drone for business and start making money. You are committed to flying your UAV legally and safely,in compliance with all FAA drone regulations. You have your comprehensive general liability drone insurance. You have provided …
FAA Order 8130.34C (PDF), Airworthiness Certification of Unmanned Aircraft SystemsWhat do you A pilot’s license is NOT required to file a petition for a Section 333 exemption. One of the most common questions we get asked by clients who want to fly a drone for business is whether or not you need a pilots license or Airman’s Certificate in order to apply …
Drone attorney Enrico Schaefer was interviewed on That Drone Show about Section 333 petitions for exemptions from the FAA, as well as trends in drone law. Here are some highlights: 1. Section 333 Exemption Process: Do it yourself versus hire professional? 2. Do I need a pilots license to apply for an FAA drone exemption? 3. What kinds of legal representation are …
Today on “Five Things You Need to Know”, we are going to be talking about how to comply with your FAA Section 333 Exemption so that you not only “fly the Exemption” but you “comply with the Exemption.” You also have to comply with the FAA’s other UAV regulations concerning safe flight.
The FAA regulations concerning flying drones and UAVs for commercial use can be complicated. Section 333 Exemption Petition is essentially a request to the FAA to seek relief from certain requirements under the Federal Aviation Regulations. And once you get a Section 333 Exemption, you still need to comply with all other Federal Aviation Regulations for the drone flight. We have answers to some of the important questions regarding obtaining a Section 333 Petition for Exemption.
Filmmakers and photographers are now using UAV/drones in film making in addition to the use of aircraft, helicopters and other sophisticated on the ground equipment to capture video for decades. The upside is that UAVs offer a lower cost alternative for filmmakers. Filmmakers policy and procedure models for safety when using drones will need to be adopted by all other industries as well.
In this video, drone attorney Enrico Schaefer talks about drone use and the FAA regulations andSection 333 exemptions you need to know.