The CAA publishes a simple list of safety considerations relevant to anyone undertaking aerial photography. The PDF leaflet may be found on the CAA website.

Basic safety considerations incorporated in the leaflet include:

• Think and plan carefully before flying;
• Comply with relevant laws and regulations;
• Plan the details of flights carefully;
• Stow equipment safely;
• Use good airmanship and an experienced pilot accustomed to working with aerial photographers;
• Different regulations may apply to private and commercial work - consult Air navigation Order 200, Article 130;
• Where will the flight take place? Will the aircraft be above property, people of crowded location?
• At what height will the flight operate? Will the aircraft pass over towns, cities or other congested areas?
• Will the flight take place in controlled airspace? Is clearance required from the Air Traffic Control Unit?
• Will the flight operate close to an airfield? If so, be aware of the radio frequencies used and make contact with the relevant authorities.
• What is the proposed duration of the flight? Consider minimizing noise nuisance.
• How many people will be in the aircraft? The normal minimum is two, but consider including a third person as a lookout.
• Is there a possible hazard from low-flying military aircraft? Most low-level military sorties are conducted between ground level and 2,000 feet. Most take place at about 1,000 feet. Can their operating heights and flight-paths be avoided?
• What weight of equipment is to be carried? Will the aircraft be properly loaded and balanced?
• Will other aircraft be photographed? Is formation flying involved? Specific regulations may apply.