Pilot Proficiency

Everything You Need to Know about Drone Laws

Friday, May 04, 2018 at 10:00 PM ET

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Drone rules in plain English. Daniel Herbert/Skygear Solutions

Key Takeaways:

Commercial drone operations under Part 107 are subject to strict requirements concerning airspace, altitude (max 400ft AGL), visibility, speed, and limitations on flying over people or from moving vehicles.
To operate a drone under Part 107, pilots must obtain a remote pilot certificate by passing an FAA aeronautical knowledge test or completing specific online training if they hold an existing Part 61 pilot certificate.
All drones weighing over 0.55 pounds must be registered with the FAA, which asserts jurisdiction over all airspace and flying objects, and may impose stricter penalties on certified pilots for safety violations.

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Relevant Discussion: FAR part 107, AC 107-2