Chapter 21 Example Denial Template

Thank you for utilizing UC Drones to request a UAS flight. UAS flights are reviewed on a case-by-case basis for compliance with federal, state, and local laws as well as impacts on safety and privacy by the UC Center of Excellence on UAS Safety, Campus Risk Management, and University police. Unfortunately, we cannot allow this flight activity for one or more of the following reasons:

LEGAL OR POLICY ISSUES

  • The proposed flight operations are prohibited by campus policies
  • The proposed pilot does not have the correct Federal Aviation Administration Pilot Certificate
  • The proposed pilot does not have the requisite Federal Aviation Administration Airspace Authorization or Airspace Waiver
  • The aircraft is not correctly registered as a non-model aircraft with the FAA while being used for non-recreational purposes
  • The proposed flight operation would violate FAA regulations without special authorization from the FAA
    • Night operations (14 CFR 107.29)
    • Visual line of sight (14 CFR 107.31)
    • Flight over people (14 CFR 107.39)
    • Other:
  • The proposed flight operation would violate FAA regulation. Cite all applicable:
  • The proposed flight operation would violate Public Law 112-95, Section 336 – Special Rule for Model Aircraft. Cite all applicable:
  • The proposed pilot does not have sufficient aviation liability coverage.
  • Other, please describe:

SAFETY ISSUES

  • The proponent did not provide evidence of insurance
  • The proponent did not provide a sufficient safety case for operating near non-participants
  • The proponent did not provide a sufficient safety case for operating near vehicular traffic
  • The proposed pilot has not demonstrated sufficient skill for the operation
  • The proposed flight altitude is unsuitable for the proposed flight location
  • The proposed flight location contains numerous hazards
  • Environmental conditions reduce the safety of the operation past acceptable levels
  • There are other flights in the area at a similar time
  • Other, please describe:

PRIVACY ISSUES

  • The flight passes close by sensitive areas without proper precautions
  • The operation carelessly collects data from bystanders
  • The flight is in an area where people have a reasonable sense of privacy
  • There is a history of privacy violations from members involved in the operation
  • Other, please describe:

Rejection of a UAS operation is not limited to the list above, but serves to provide common cases for dismissal. Rejection may be a result of extenuating circumstances, compounding risks, or other factors that are not included on this list. This list may be subject to change in the future, due to changes in FAA law, campus policy, or local and state legislation. As such is important to consider these factors when submitting a flight request and attempt to address all non-listed concerns prior to submission.