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Filming While Flying: Safety Concerns Raised in Court

1/17/2026

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The inquiry at Tain Sheriff Court continues into the 2021 collision between Dan Burton, a cameraman, and Sacha Dench.
Amber Eames, a wildlife documentary producer, warned filming while flying could distract pilots and said protocols were implemented.
Eames watched a Facebook Live video of Dan Burton shortly before the accident and felt uneasy about multitasking.
Witness Peter Cranswick said there were no discussions about the dangers of filming while airborne.

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The inquiry at Tain Sheriff Court continues into the 2021 collision between Dan Burton, a cameraman, and Sacha Dench.
Amber Eames, a wildlife documentary producer, warned filming while flying could distract pilots and said protocols were implemented.
Eames watched a Facebook Live video of Dan Burton shortly before the accident and felt uneasy about multitasking.
Witness Peter Cranswick said there were no discussions about the dangers of filming while airborne.