• Drone Aerial Photography Request Form

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  • Legal Notice — Louisiana Revised Statute 14:337

  • Under Louisiana RS 14:337, it is a criminal offense to intentionally use an unmanned aircraft system to conduct surveillance of, gather evidence or collect information about, or photographically or electronically record a petroleum refinery or other targeted facility without the prior written consent of the facility owner.

    Penalties include fines up to $500 and 6 months imprisonment for a first offense; up to $4,000, 2 years imprisonment, and mandatory forfeiture of the drone for subsequent offenses. Under the 2025 "We Will Act" law (HB 261), Louisiana law enforcement is authorized to intercept or disable unauthorized drones operating near critical infrastructure.

    This form serves as the required mechanism to request written consent. Submission does not constitute approval. All activities on, above, or immediately adjacent to refinery property must receive written authorization before work may begin.

  • Drone Aerial Photography Request Form

  • FAA Compliance Requirements

  • All drone operations must comply with federal regulations, including:

    • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate required for commercial UAS operations
    • FAA aircraft registration required for drones over 0.55 lbs
    • LAANC authorization required if operating within controlled airspace
    • Maximum altitude of 400 feet AGL unless otherwise authorized
    • Anti-collision lighting required for night operations
    • Visual line of sight must be maintained at all times unless waiver is held
    • Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations require a separate FAA waiver — standard Part 107 does not authorize routine BVLOS; FAA Part 108 rulemaking (permanent BVLOS framework) is currently pending federal review, with publication expected late 2026 / early 2027

  • Drone Aerial Photography Request Form

  • Submission Lead Times

  • Planned requests: Submit at least 48 business hours in advance.

    Weekend, holiday, or special-event requests: Submit at least 72 business hours in advance when possible.

    Emergency or urgent requests: Same-day requests may be considered but approval is not guaranteed. Contact the designated refinery point of contact directly. Capture may not begin until written approval is issued.

  • 01) Applicant Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • 02) Type of Request

  • 6. Type of Request **

  • 03) Schedule

  • 7. Requested Date **
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    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • 8. Back Up Date **
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • 9. Start Time **
  • 10. End Time **

  • 04) Authorization For Use

  • 14. Required to Check in with Top Operator? **

  • 05) Drone-Specific Information

  • 22. Flying over
  • 25. BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) Operation?

  • 26. Required Attachments

  • if above question is marked as yes: a current FAA BVLOS waiver must be attached. Standard Part 107 does not authorize routine BVLOS operations. FAA Part 108 (permanent BVLOS framework) is pending federal review - waivers remain the required path until that rule takes effect.
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  • 05-B) Aerial Photography / Videography (Non-Drone)

  • Complete this section only if the request involves manned aircraft (helicopter, fixed-wing, etc.). For drone operations, complete Section 05 above instead.
  • 35. Airspace authorization / ATC coordination required
  • 36. Overflight of active process units
  • 37. Required Attachments

  • 06) Safety & Security Controls

  • 39. Hot work or another permit required
  • 42. Security / ERT Notified

  • 07) Output & Release Acknowledgment

  • 43. Please check all boxes to acknowledge you read before completing. **

  • Drone Aerial Photography Request Form

  • Attachment A - Photography & Videography Permit

  • Must be completed and approved before any photography or videography operations commence
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  • Drone Aerial Photography Request Form

  • NOTICE:
    This permit authorized photography and/or videography only within the specific areas, times, and conditions described below. This permit does not authorize drone operations - a separate Drone Flight section (Section 05 above) must also be completed if aerial capture is involved. All imagery captured under this permit remains the property of Phillips 66.

  • A-1) Permit Details

  • 45. Date issued
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • 46. Associated request form date
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • 47. Permit valid through
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year

  • A-2) Photography / Videography information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • A-3) Authorized Scope

  • 53. Types of captured authorized
  • 54. Intended use
  • 56. Authorized Date
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • 57. Backup Date
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • 58. Start time
  • 59. End time

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  • A-4) Conditions & Acknowledgements

  • 61.

  • A-5) Imagery Release Authorization

  • Imagery Ownership & Control
    All information recorded with cameras, cell phones, or other devices on Phillips 66 property is the property of Phillips 66 and may not be disclosed, copied, or otherwise distributed to third parties without the prior review and written consent of Phillips 66. All imagery intended for external release must be reviewed and approved by Phillips 66 Public Affairs and the Phillips 66 Lake Charles Manufacturing Complex Refinery Leadership Team Member.
  • 62. Imagery approved for external release
  • 63. Likeness release forms required

  • Drone Aerial Photography Request Form

  • Disclaimer: Submission of this form does not constitute approval to conduct any drone, photography, or videography activities. All requests require written authorization from the designated approvers before any operations may commence. Approval may be granted, conditioned, delayed, or denied based on operational, safety, security, or other considerations at the sole discretion of the facility.

    Records: The completed request, approval record, flight plan (if applicable), and any final restrictions or conditions will be retained by the site process owner, with copies to HSE and Security as appropriate. A copy will be provided to the applicant.

    Privacy: Personal information collected on this form will be used solely for the purpose of evaluating and managing this request and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the Louisiana Database Security Breach Notification Law (RS 51:3071 et seq.). I acknowledge receipt of this Photography & Videography Permit and agree to comply with all conditions stated herein. I understand that violation of these conditions may result in immediate revocation of this permit, removal from the facility, and potential legal action under Louisiana RS 14:337 and applicable federal law. I certify that all information provided is accurate and complete. I agree to comply with all conditions of approval, all applicable federal and state regulations, and all site-specific safety and security requirements. I understand that unauthorized drone operation over this facility is a criminal offense under Louisiana RS 14:337.

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