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Is it legal to scatter over land in California?
Yes! On January 1st, 1999, it became legal to scatter over land in California according to California Health and Safety Code 7116. The law does require written permission from the land owner or governing agency. Tanabe Flying Services has acquired special blanket letters from many wonderful areas listed on the "Scattering Locations" page. Tanabe
Flying Services will scatter over any special location the family
requests, as long as the family receives written permission to do
so. We will help you obtain these permits
What are the advantages of scattering by air?
You have more options.
Scattering by air is different than scattering by boat. When
scattered from a boat, the cremated remains (ashes) immediately
descend to the water. When scattered from an airplane, the
cremated remains (ashes) are released over a larger area. Some of
the cremated remains (ashes) descend to the Earth below, while
others are allowed to stay aloft, floating with the winds. Also,
by scattering cremated remains (ashes) by airplane they can be
scattered over land, such as mountains, State Parks,
National Parks and Nature Conservancies.
Are you insured? Licensed?
Yes. Tanabe Flying Services carries $1,000,000 in professional liability insurance. Jamie Tanabe is a licensed Cremated Remains Disposer with the State of California, and is an FAA-licensed commercial pilot.
How long until the cremated remains (ashes) are scattered?
For unwitnessed scatterings we can usually scatter the cremated remains (ashes) within one month of receipt. Once we have possession of the cremated remains (ashes) and verify all of the paperwork is accurate, the scattering flight will be scheduled. You will be notified by mail of the day and time that the flight is expected to occur. You are invited to the airport to witness the take off at no additional charge.
Can we ride along during the scatterings?
How will I know when the scattering is done?
You will receive a certificate, suitable for framing that includes the date, time, and location of the scattering.
Can I get more than one certificate of scattering?
How do I mail cremated remains (ashes)?
Can cremated remains (ashes) be sent from outside of California?
Can the cremated remains (ashes) be scattered over land?
Can I make a special request?
Can we have a memorial service with the scattering?
Tanabe Flying Services, A Journey With Wings , (800) 407-6401 or (562) 691-7227, Copyright © 2005-2009 Tanabe Flying Services, All Rights Reserved
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