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> However, since the video was removed, it’s a safe bet that this isn’t true

Maybe, maybe not. Is the value of the video worth the negative buzz? They could post a permit on their site homepage and it's still going to do damage.

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I am really unsure what is the root cause of this controversy. Restricted space needs permits -> you get permits -> you shoot beautiful landscape … controversy

Some people dislike inconsiderate drone users, or just drones in general -> they see video shot in restricted space -> they assume it was made without permit and in the most damaging way possible -> they make a lot of noise about this perceived slight

Or, they simply think that the permit should not be given in the first place, because the use does not actually full fill the "very rare, special circumstances" .

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