Drone exam · Aviation regulations

An event organizer says the audience accepts drones because the event terms mention filming. Can the pilot treat the assembly as safe to overfly?

Answer

No. Operations over assemblies or crowds may be restricted regardless of general filming terms. The pilot must check the specific rule, category, authorization, and risk controls.

Explanation

A crowd creates a different ground risk problem because people cannot easily move away. A filming notice does not create aviation permission.