04/30/15

Subject: MPTOM

Table of Contents

Introduction

1. Purpose 3

2. Pilot/Operator Organization 3

3. Persons Authorized 4

4. Area of Operations 4

5. Plan of Activities 5, 6

6. Permission to Operate 6, 7

7. Security 7

8. Briefing of Pilot & Production Personnel 7, 8

9. Certification/Airworthiness 8

10. Pilot Personnel/Minimum Requirements 9

11. Communications 9

12. Accident Notification 10

13. Recall/Stop Procedures 10

14. Special Provisions 10,11

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Motion Picture And Television

Flight Operations Manual (MPTOM)

Mike Levin Photo and Video

2941 Susquehanna Rd.

Roslyn, Pa. 19001

(215) 740-1747 – Fax (215) 366-1060

Mike Levin Photography & Video

2941 Susquehanna Rd, Roslyn, Pa 19001

☎ - - 215 740 1747  - - 215 366 1060
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Company Organization

15. Chief Pilot/PIC/Duties & Responsibilities 11

16. List of Approved Pilots 12

17. List of approved UAV 12

18. Permission Acquisition Form 13

19. Revision Letter 14

20. COA/333 waiver 15

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Purpose: 

This manual has been developed by "Mike Levin Photo & Video.", hereafter referred to as "Mike Levin Photo & Video", in conjunction with an application for a COA/333 and petition for exemption to the FAA 

to operate unmanned aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS).

With relief from airworthiness certification requirements under the FAA

Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Public Law 112- 95 FEB, for the

purpose of low altitude aerial filming.

Since I will be operating below 400 feet, and the majority of the time below 200 feet, the authorization of the provisions of FAR 91.119 (b) and (c)

need not apply. Mike Levin,'pilot', and other company personnel when applicable will comply with the policies, procedures and conditions of this

manual, whenever motion picture or television flight operations are performed that require a Waiver of Authorization as mentioned above.

Pilot/Operator:

Mike Levin – Pilot

Mike Levin Photo & Video

2941 Susquehanna Rd

Roslyn, Pa 19001

Mike Levin - Owner (215) 740-1747 cell

Persons Authorized:

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The certificate holder shall ensure that no persons are allowed within 500

feet of the area except those consenting to be involved and necessary for

the filming production.This provision may be reduced to no less than 200

feet if an equivalent level of safety can be achieved, and the Administrator

has approved it. For example, an equivalent level of safety may be determined by an ASI’s evaluation of the filming production area to note terrain features, obstructions, buildings, etc. Such barriers may protect nonparticipating persons (observers, the public, news media, etc.) from debris

in the event of an accident.

Area of Operations:

Mike Levin Photo & Video's area of operations will be in the continental

United States, excluding Alaska and Hawaii.

Plan of Activities:

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At least three (3) days prior to any scheduled filming, Mike Levin Photo &

Video will submit a written plan of activities to the local Flight Standards

District Office having jurisdiction over that area. The plan of activities

should include the following:

1. Dates and times for all flights

2. Name and phone number for person responsible for aircraft.

3. Name and phone number for person responsible for the filming

event.

4. Make, model, and serial or N – number of UAV to be used and type

of airworthiness certificate (if applicable), including category.

5. Name and certificate number of pilot involved in the filming production event. Including any notation of external skills if required.

6. A statement that the waiver holder has obtained permission from

property owners and/or local officials to conduct the filming production event. The list of those who gave permission must be made

available to the inspector upon request from the waiver holder,

signature of waiver holder, or representative.

7. A description of the flight activity including maps or diagrams of any

area, city, town, county, and/or State over which filming will be conducted, and the minimum altitudes essential to accomplish the operations. 

The three (3) day notification equipments may be 

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waived, however, the pilot/operator should contact the FSDO as soon as

possible with this request, and be prepared to explain in detail why the

three (3) day notification is not practical.

Permission to Operate:

Before any flight operations are conducted at less than 400 feet under the

provisions of the COA/333 and this manual, the operator will obtain permission to conduct these operations from property owners and local officials as necessary or appropriate. Persons from whom permission may

be required are listed below:

• Property owners

• Law enforcement officials

• Fire Dept officials

• Local, State and Fedral government

• Air traffic control

Mike Levin Photo & Video will obtain such permission and will do so in

writing whenever practical, however verbal permission is otherwise acceptable. A standard permission form is provided in Appendix A, and may

be used for obtaining written permission. Mike Levin Photo & Video personnel will assure a sufficient number of those forms are available at the

job site. Written permission forms will be maintained at the job 

site until flight operations are completed, and then turned into the chief 

pilot to be kept on file for a minimum of six (6) months. These forms will

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be made available for inspection by the FAA or other official personnel

upon request.

Security:

Prior to any flight operation the operator will coordinate with appropriate

production personnel to devise a plan of securing the area(s) of operation

from all unauthorized persons and vehicles. Provisions will be made to

immediately discontinue operations should the area(s) become unsecured

or for any other reason in the interest of safety.

Briefing of Pilot/Production Personnel:

Prior to the start of any operation under the provisions of t

his manual, the pilot in 

command will conduct a briefing of all 

procedures to participating personnel of the 

risks involved, emergency procedures, and safeguards to be followed during the filming production event. Personnel will also be briefed on additional provisions that may be issued by the FSDO that has geographic responsibility for the operational area, including the location of boundaries

or time limits. 

The briefing shall cover:

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• Authorization for motion picture and television COA/333 and 

 the attached special provisions

• Operations manual

• Plan of activities

• Aircraft parking and starting

• Taxi procedures

• Radio Communications

• Takeoff procedures

• Aviation activities to be conducted during the filming production event

• Approach and landing procedures

• Recall procedures

• Emergency procedures

• Risks to participating personnel

• How to control nonparticipating person

Certification/Airworthiness:

The UAVs would fall under a COA/333 exemption. Staying below 400

feet, and the majority of the time below 200 feet. Each UAV will have a log

book to track maintenance, and follow manufacturer guidelines for such

maintenance. All batteries will be checked for full voltage on transmitter

and UAVs before takeoff. All props checked for defects and tightness. All

accessory items will be checked for secure placement. The PIC will be responsible for all maintenance and software updates. If the PIC can't properly service the UAV, it will be sent to an authorized dealer for service.

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Pilot Personnel/Minimum Requirements:

The pilot/operator shall establish and specify the minimum pilot requirements.

• At least 500 hours logged as a PIC and at least 20 hours logged as

the PIC with UAV type.

• A minimum of 100 hours in the class and category of UAV to be

used under the waiver.

• A valid driver's license.

• Valid UAV liability insurance.

• Visual survey of the proposed flight areas for any hazards.

• Close monitoring of weather and wind conditions.

• Proper instructions for flight and ground crew personnel.

• UAV flight manual with startup and shut down procedures.

Communications:

Prior to the start of any operation covered by 

this manual, the PIC will formulate a plan to provide communications capability to all participants during the actual operation and filming. Oral, visual or radio communications may be used as long as it is effective and is

capable of keeping the participants continuously aware of the current

status of the operation.

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Accident Notification:

Should an accident or incident occur requiring notification to the NTSB,

the notification requirements of FAR Part 830 would comply.

Recall/Stop Procedures:

Radio communication, oral, visual, or a combination will be utilized to

keep the participants continuously updates of the current operation status.

Special Provisions:

The controls, procedures, and conditions set forth in the Mike Levin Photo

& Video MPTOM is the primary assurance that persons on the surface

will not be jeopardized.

The UAV and pilots used under this authorization and/or waiver will only

be those specified in the Mike Levin Photo & Video MPTOM “Appendix A”

page 12, or associated plan of activities. Each pilot’s name and certificate

number shall appear on each daily plan of activity. All UAVs and pilot participating in the activity shall be available for FAA inspection before the

scheduled event. Each PIC conducting operations authorized under this

certificate understands the conditions of issuance, and that it constitutes a

COA/333 exemption. UAV takeoff and landing areas will be protected in a

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ing persons involved in the operations are thoroughly briefed on special

procedures, communication, emergency procedures, and on the provisions of the authorization and/or waiver before beginning the activities.

No person may participate in any event unless that person has received a

briefing on the provisions of the waiver.

Chief Pilot/PIC:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Final word in the formulation of policy and procedures concerning this manual.

• Act as a liaison between Mike Levin Photo & Video and FAA concerning matters pertaining to

this manual.

• Assure the PIC has a copy of this manual. And has also read and understands its contents.

• Maintain a current copy of this manual at the main base of operations for Mike Levin Photo &

Video.

• Process all revisions to this manual properly.

• Must approve or disapprove each job or operation performed by Mike Levin Photo & Video

under the provisions of this manual.

• May delegate other functions to other personnel, but retains responsibilty.

• Verify pre flight and pre arm checks are followed through properly.

• Verify GPS lock with low HDOP prior to take off. Verify telemetry connection prior to take off.

• Wear proper sunglasses to help maintain visual acuity where applicable.

• Be very knowledgeable of the contents of this manual and abide by the procedures, policies

and conditions contained herein. 

• Coordinate with movie and television personnel to formulate plans, routes, and locations with

the safety of all persons s the primary concern.

• Retain a copy of this manual on job site.

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Appendix A.

List of Approved UAV Pilot:

Mike Levin

Mike Levin Photo & Video

2941 Susquehana Rd

Roslyn, PA 19001

(215) 740-1747

List of Approved UAV craft:

3Drobotics Iris+

3Dr/Px4 firmware 3.2.1 SN: RS1427200077

KongCopter X8

(with 3Dr/Px4 firmware 3.2.1)

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Mike Levin Photo & Video

Permission Acquisition Form

In signing this form, I am giving the pilot of Mike Levin Photo & Video 

permission to operate their UAV at less than 500 feet from property, or in

some jurisdiction in which I am responsible for or affiliated with, for the

purpose of film or television production.

Name:

Title:

Basis of Authority to Grant Permission:

Location:

Date of Operation:

Signature ___________________________________________________

Date _________________________

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Mike Levin Photo & Video representative receiving permission

Revision Letter:

REV# Date Section Page Action Remarks Initials

R - Remove and replace D - Delte and destroy N - Insert New Page

Manual Serial # 001 Issued to: ________________________

Revised by _____________________________

Date ___________________

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This for must be returned to PIC no later than, date _____________________

COA/Section 333 Waiver:

To be attached when applicable.

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