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Aloha Brad,
Because your flight involves a high school full of minors, there is an extra layer of "discussion, resolution and authorization" needed. This will involve written information (notice sent home with band members to parents for signature or no involvement) as noted by Hellsgate. But band members are usually one step of responsibility above normal high school students (unless you watch movies made for their shock value) so such a step is a standard for band members.
As for authorization from the school, a "Letter of Authorization" signed by the Principal and the band program director would be in order. In the letter should be included reference and directions for viewing the returned authorizations from the parents.
Finally, to win the parents over, make a video of at least three volunteers (probably adults) who want to help and film them in 4K at various distances. Ground level that shows they are easily identifiable at a distance of 50 feet or so, like normal band videos. Then go up to 50 feet altitude at the same distance (45 degree angle) and stablize so the video can try to show features of the volunteers. Then repeat at 75 feet and 100 feet at a minimum. Add more distances as indicated by your results.
Post this video on your YouTube channel so parents can see what their child looks like at these distances, so each shot has to have the distance clearly noted. The link to thes video should be included in the letter sent home to the parents for their signature. This will allow parents to decide what altitude you should fly at to video their child if it is a concern. They will let the school (usually the band director) know.
Most likely, because their children are performers and being on camera is normal for their child, this will not be a problem (but it is an opportunity for some of the public to see how the best is not good enough to spy with.) You can also use this demonstration for your clients so they can understand the capabilities you offer.
There are no exclusions or issues from the FAA as to what you are doing because it is well within the Pt. 107 rules. Parents regularly sign waivers for their children to be filmed as band members. If there is a problem after the fact with a particular child / parent, the child's face can be blocked out digitally.
Hope this helps!
Aloha and Drone On! |
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