Originally Posted by
fjetter
Talk to your FSDO in order to do aerial tours (which you are correct <25nm from originating airport) you need a Letter Of Authorization. You may also be required to be on an FAA approved drug and alcohol program.
Rickair is probably right that a flying club would not allow it and a local FBO would probably not allow that either.....and don't forget that 100hr.
I think that this is right, and has been for about two years now. I know our aerial tour pilots need to be on a drug and alcohol testing program, and we needed an LOA. I can't think it'd be any different for a random guy giving rides.
Best of luck.