This is a representative sample of an approved waiver application 

§for 14 CFR § 107.25 

§107.25 Operation from a moving vehicle or aircraft. 

No person may operate a small-unmanned aircraft system - 

(a) From a moving aircraft; or 

(b) From a moving land or water-borne vehicle unless the small unmanned aircraft is 

flown over a sparsely populated area and is not transporting another person’s property for 

compensation or hire. 

WSEG Question #1. 

1. Describe how you will ensure the dynamic (i.e., ever-changing) area-of-operation is 

properly evaluated for potential hazards and the risks presented to non-participating 

persons and property. Include a description of how you will mitigate those risks so the 

hazards are controlled or eliminated. 

Many of the same operational requirements described in sUAS Operations Manual (attached) 

and the automated safety features of sUAS discussed in the manufacturers manual (attached) will 

allow us to safely operate sUAS from moving platforms such as boats, cars, and golf carts on a 

closed film set. Additionally, the controlled environment in which the proposed operations will 

occur significantly mitigate the likelihood of harm to “non-participating persons and property 

due to changing topography, obstructions, and un-anticipated persons that enter/exit the 

operational area.” The only people on a controlled-access film set will be authorized personnel 

associated with the filming operation. Moreover, all personnel associated with the filming 

operation will be briefed on the potential risks of the sUAS operation and sUAS filming plan 

prior to operations. If an unanticipated (non-authorized) person or persons enters the operational 

area, our sUAS Operations Manual includes procedures that will be used to stop activities when 

unauthorized persons, vehicles, or aircraft enter the operations area, or for any other reason, in 

the interest of safety. The Remote PIC will also identify any obstructions or hazards in the area 

of operation during a pre-flight inspection of the area. To ensure the Remote PIC and Visual 

Observer remain solely focused on the operation of the sUAS, we require that someone other 

than the Remote PIC and Visual Observer operating the sUAS be tasked with operating the 

moving vehicle or platform. The operation of a moving cart or vehicle on a closed-set, and by a 

person who is neither the Remote PIC nor a Visual Observer, will acceptably mitigate the ground 

vehicle risk of collision with any person not directly involved in the operation. 

The following minimum factors will be considered when positioning flight team personnel 

in the area of operation: 

1. Visual coverage of the operating site; 

2. Proximity to buildings, structures, and bystanders; 
 

3. Position in relation to the sun to avoid visual impairment; 

4. Physical obstacles such as overhanging trees, rocks, buildings, power lines etc.; and 

5. Terrain topography (e.g., avoid steep slopes or uneven ground). 

WSEG Question #2 

2. Describe how the RPIC and VO will be able to maintain visual line of sight (VLOS) with 

the sUA from the moving vehicle. 

One or more visual observers will be used for all operations from a moving vehicle to 

assist the remote pilot in maintaining VLOS of the sUA. The Remote PIC and Visual Observer 

are both prohibited from operating the moving vehicle. The UAS may only be operated from a 

moving vehicle or platform while on a controlled--‐ access closed film set where only authorized 

persons associated with the filming operation are permitted. The sUA must be equipped with 

lighted anti--‐collision lighting visible from a distance of no less than 3 statute miles. Prior to

operation, the remote pilot will inspect the entire area of operation along the planned route 

to identify terrain, buildings or other structures that could possibly obstruct the remote pilot’s 

and visual observer’s ability to maintain VLOS with the sUA throughout the entire duration of 

the flight. If any aspect of the planned route would impact the remote pilot’s or visual 

observer’s ability to maintain VLOS, a new or modified route will be selected. The sUAS 

operation will be limited to the confines of the film production set, which will limit the distance 

that the sUA can travel from the remote pilot and visual observer. 

WSEG Question #3 

3. Describe how all persons involved in the operation will stay free of distractions that may 

prevent them from fulfilling their duties. 

The following requirements must also be met: 

1. One or more visual observers will be used for all operations from a moving vehicle to 

assist the remote pilot in maintaining VLOS of the sUA. 

2. The Remote PIC and Visual Observer are both prohibited from operating the moving 

vehicle. 

3. The UAS may only be operated from a moving vehicle while on a controlled-- access 

closed film set where only authorized persons associated with the filming operation 

are permitted. 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Prior to the sUAS operation, the remote pilot will conduct a pre-flight safety review 

with all persons involved with the operation. The preflight safety review will include 

briefing on emergency and contingency procedures. 

5. To ensure the remote pilot and visual observer remain solely focused on the operation 

of the sUAS, we will require that someone other than the remote pilot and visual 

observer operating the sUAS be tasked with operating the moving vehicle or platform. 

6. The individual tasked with operating the moving vehicle or platform (i.e., the driver) 

will participate in the preflight site inspection conducted by the remote pilot and visual 

observer. This will ensure that the driver is aware of and able to avoid any potential 

obstacles to the ground or water-based vehicle route. 

7. Prior to operation, the remote pilot will inspect the entire area of operation along the 

planned route to identify terrain, buildings or other structures that could possibly 

obstruct the remote pilot’s and visual observer’s ability to maintain VLOS with the 

sUA throughout the entire duration of the flight. If any aspect of the planned route 

would impact the remote pilot’s or visual observer’s ability to maintain VLOS, a new 

route will be selected. 

8. The sUAS operation will be limited to the confines of a film production set, which will 

limit the distance that the sUA can travel from the remote pilot and visual observer. 

WSEG Question #4 

What are the procedures the RPIC will follow during a loss of data link with the sUA? How 

do these procedures account for the dynamic movement and positioning of the RPIC and 

ground control station (GCS)? 

The sUAS will be equipped with GPS-based navigation that will provide a means for the sUA to 

return to a pre-determined location within the secured confines of the closed-set filming area. 

This function will allow the sUA to automatically return to the home launch location (RTH). To 

account for the dynamic location of the remote pilot, the remote pilot will have the capability to 

update the home point while the sUAS is in operation to reflect where the controller and remote 

pilot are currently located. Prior to launch, the remote pilot will inspect the sUA to ensure the 

RTH feature is functioning properly and to ensure there is adequate GPS signal strength. 

Prior to the operation, the remote pilot will inspect the entire area of operation along the planned 

route to identify terrain, buildings or other structures that could possibly interfere with the flight 

path of the sUA as it returns to the designated home point location. Prior to launch, the remote 

pilot will ensure that the RTH flight path of the sUA will be free of obstacles that could create 

a collision hazard.