OBSERVATORY / REGULATION
14 CFR Part 107 — Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Part 107 is the principal U.S. operating framework for many non-recreational civil small-drone operations. This Robot Observatory summary is not legal advice; operators should check the current FAA text and applicable waivers or authorizations.
Rule snapshot
| Jurisdiction | United States |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Federal Aviation Administration |
| Topic | commercial and non-recreational small UAS |
| Effective date | Aug 2016 |
| Current status | Current |
Published requirements
- remote-pilot and operating rules apply within scope
- airspace authorization may be required
- operations outside standard limits may require a waiver
Check the regulator before acting.
This educational summary is not legal or operational authorization. Rules, waivers and local restrictions can change.