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Jul 07, 2026 - 02:13 PM
Yes, but the realistic option is a private charter rather than a shared dolphin cruise, and drone use has to be cleared with the captain before booking. A good fit is the Private Day Sailing aboard the Suncoast Escapade, which cruises Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf where dolphins are part of the experience. FAA authorization is required in controlled airspace near Albert Whitted Airport, recreational pilots need a TRUST certificate, and business or paid filming falls under Part 107.
