In safe hands; out of harm’s way; secure; involving no unnecessary risk, danger, damage, or injury.
Safety
No production objective outranks human life.
MPPA members strive to provide the film industry with security, confidence, and professional risk management—nothing less.
A shared obligation
Safety is active, deliberate, and collaborative.
Unlike the controlled environment of an airport or heliport, every filming scenario is different. Risk must be identified, communicated, and managed before the cameras roll.
Freedom from danger, injury, or damage—built through preparation, confidence, communication, and the reduction of harm.
Risk management
Seven steps for every production environment.
The scale of a project and the experience of a crew may change. The need to identify and manage risk does not.
- 01
Identify and assess the risks.
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Assign each risk a severity and likelihood of occurrence.
- 03
Minimize every identified and categorized risk.
- 04
Evaluate the experience and qualifications of all participants.
- 05
Consult with every participant and obtain concurrence—no means no-go.
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When in doubt, consult pilots who have managed similar risks.
- 07
Strictly follow the applicable Motion Picture Waiver and Operations Manual.
Reference organizations
Aviation and industry resources.
Official sources and organizations supporting aviation safety, reporting, and entertainment production. Links will be added before launch.
Federal Aviation AdministrationNational Transportation Safety BoardNASA Aviation Safety Reporting SystemFlight Safety FoundationVertical Aviation International