Since 9/11, the FAA has imposed strict airspace restrictions around Washington, D.C., within the Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ). Our team works closely with the TSA to obtain the necessary approvals for aerial photography and videography within this highly regulated area.
We handle the entire waiver application process, including preparing the required Scope of Work and managing all paperwork submissions to the TSA. The approval timeline varies, typically taking 2 weeks for helicopter flights and a minimum of 15 business days for UAS (drone) operations. Once the waiver is granted, we coordinate all flight details to ensure a smooth and compliant operation. While certain areas remain off-limits, recent changes allow us to fly closer than before, making it possible to capture your desired locations with greater flexibility.
Flights in the Washington DC Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ) are approved using TSA / FAA Approved Helicopters and UAS Drones
Give us a call and we’ll check to see if your sites require a FRZ waiver.
