DCS

PILOT OPERATION & SAFETY GUIDELINES

1 The Pilot in Command (PIC) has the final authority over the UAVs and shall be in 

command over all flight operations and/or related activities.

2 The PIC shall have the final authority to abort any flight operation in the interest of 

safety. Abort signals shall be specified ahead of time.

3 The client shall notify and the PIC will confirm notification of the proper FAA entity if 

the SUAS intends to fly near or within restricted and/or controlled airspace.

4 The PIC shall check the location to determine if there are any potential radio 

frequencies or electrical transmission that could interfere with or affect the safe operation of the 

SUAS.

5 The UAVs must not be flown over people, crowds or densely populated areas.

6 The UAVs must not be flown higher than safety dictates but in all cases not higher than 

400 feet AGL or as limited by FAA Exemption.

7 In the event of a power loss, signal loss, or mechanical failure, the pilot must make 

every attempt to keep the safety of people and property as the highest priority. The SUAS may 

be crashed, or destroyed in the attempt to keep the safety of people and operators.

8 The UAVs are normally to be used outdoors. If the UAVs are to be used indoors, 

extreme caution shall be taken. Indoor Conditions (e.g., increased heat resulting in reduced air 

density) could adversely affect flying characteristics. Additionally, interior sets, walls, ceiling 

beams, lighting equipment, HVAC equipment etc., could be a hazard.

9 Prior to any aerial filming sequence involving low camera shots near cast or crew 

members an additional briefing and/or Safety Meeting shall be held between the PIC, PO, all cast 

& crew members and other concerned persons.

10 The PIC shall be notified by the appropriate personnel, if any equipment is added 

and/or altered that may present a potential hazard for the UAVs.

11 Unless directed by the PIC, no person shall approach the UAVs without permission, 

whether running or not.

12 During operation, never walk near the rotating props. All non-essential equipment not 

specifically needed for the flight mission shall be placed at a safe distance away from the 

operating UAVs, whether running or not.

13 The PIC shall operate the UAVs within parameters outlined in the UAVs operator’s 

manual.

Weather:

· The UAVs will not normally be flown in rain or precipitation.

· The UAVs will not normally be flown in winds that exceed 15MPH.

· The UAVs may not be flown at night.

· The pilot has the final decision of when weather is not suitable for flight.

Operation & Safety:

Required to read and seek the latest instructions for the relevant Flight Control and 

manufacturer’s latest release notes before proceeding. The Operations Manual must have all 
pertinent and latest information for all systems of the SUAS flight control system and get a 

thoroughly acquainted with proper procedure for all electronic and software operation.

UAV Safety Guidelines Checklist includes:

1. Ensure that Operators are using only genuine parts and that all parts are in fully-operable 

condition.

2. Ensure that remote controller, intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile devices are fullycharged.

3. Ensure there is no foreign objects stuck in the camera lense, the micro-SD card, or 

another other part, and that the micro-SD card has been inserted properly such that ghe 

gimbal and all moving parts can rotate or move freely before powering it on.

4. Ensure that the Propellers are securely mounted and the motors can start and function 

normally.

5. Ensure the UAV application and aircraft’s firmware have been upgraded to latest version.

6. Ensure that our flight area is outside the No-Fly Zones and flight conditions are suitable 

for flying the UAV.

7. Ensure that the operators are NOT flying under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any 

substance that may impair their abilities.

8. Be familiar with the selected flight modes and understand all safety functions and 

warnings.

9. Be sure to observe all local, State, and Federal regulations, obtain appropriate 

authorizations, and understand all risks.

10. Flights directly over main streets, highways, heavy traffic, government buildings, 

hospitals, police facilities, federal reservations, within restricted airspace/airports, voting 

stations/poles and/or any other locations that are restricted by law shall be avoided unless 

applicable Approval has been granted in advance.