Aircraft
This guidance provides information and instruction to assist productions in completing basic aerial filming both safely and within national and international regulation.
Aircraft: CAA Guidance
The Civil Aviation Authority is the UK's independent specialist aviation regulator, whose responsibilities include airlines, airports, airspace, aviation capacity and security, drones and pilot medicals.
Aircraft: Planning and Responsibilities
Flying is a heavily regulated activity with legislation in place to minimise its significant safety risks. This checklist will assist productions in arranging aerial filming both safely and legally.
Balloons, Blimps and Airships
Using hot air balloons, blimps and airships requires meticulous planning and attention to detail.
Drones: Health and Safety Responsibilities
Using drones in film and TV production involves significant health and safety issues. Ensuring safe operation to prevent accidents or injuries is paramount.
Drones: Production Guidance
Some forms of drone use are classed as controlled activities which require CAA, permissions and appropriate insurance.
Filming From Helicopters: Checklist
Checklist for planning and production
Gliders
Gliders lack engines which limits their ability to manoeuvre, and makes them reliant on pilots' skill and environmental factors for movement and altitude adjustments.
Helicopters
Helicopter operations pose risks such as noise and downwash from helicopter rotors, potential mechanical failures, mid-air collisions and hazardous weather conditions.
Microlights
Microlights are highly sensitive to weather conditions, including wind, turbulence, and sudden weather changes, and generally have fewer safety features compared to larger aircraft
