How Do I Film Sporting Events During TFR's?

Our caller, Phil has come with a great question that many of you must be wondering about. Phil was recently contacted by a client to film a football stadium during an active NFL game. The opportunity to capture the skyline and a fully-lit NFL stadium is certainly an exciting opportunity. But, with a TFR in place, how can Phil get the necessary permission to fly?

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Timestamps
01:03 - Today’s question is about filming sporting events during TFR’s
01:33 - Is it very difficult to get permission to shoot during a TFR? Should you wait till a TFR has been lifted?
02:07 - Can a drone pilot film a live event without the organizers permission?
03:59 - Do we need a system to allow drone pilots to fly within a TFR?
06:48 - How did Vic manage to photograph a NFL stadium when a game was in progress? Check out Vic’s article to learn how
07:41 - How being organized help Vic deal with the FBI
08:37 - Do you need permission from the NFL AND the FAA to film a game?
09:40 - What is the FAA’s ideology for dealing with Part 107 pilots seeking permission to film during a TFR?
13:53 - What information should drone pilots provide to event organizers to get the necessary permission to film?

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