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Originally Posted by Ken07AOVette
What he is doing is wrong. To strictly follow SFOC guidlines he would not be flying. Without public disclosure or at least a pamphlet explaining unsuccessful door knocking he is heavily in the wrong. Plus, he still can not fly over vehicles, vessels, the public, residences without permission.
People like him playing the part are the reason we are in this boat.
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That's really good to know, thanks Ken. It's also reaffirming that there is some public accountability built into this industry. I don't care if you can get approval from Transport Canada to do the work - I just want to know when you're going to be flying over my house and in my neighborhood. A simple pamphlet on my door indicating "licensed drone photography" in my neighborhood on xxx date and a phone number to call with any questions would have alleviated all concerns.
It really seemed like the operator was trying to "get in and get out quickly" and shortcut something - it was obvious in his mannerisms and in his response and how fast he took off after my wife confronted him. Something just wasn't adding up. It's funny - I actually know the realtor who's sign is up at the new house for sale. I think I'll be having a conversation with her as to what transpired during the accrual of footage. And there's no way I would have guessed that was the house being filmed based on the flight path of that drone - but I recognize this is speculation on my part until I cross reference the real estate listing and whether or not they hired a drone photographer.