I'm an ,80 yrs old rancher in the N E washington mountains. I have a house full of drones. Too old to straddle a pony to ride the miles of my fences and scout for strays. So now I just sit in the shade while my drone flies to way points checking and doing a 360 degree pan at each. It records while I watch it live. I'm not a criminal. Just an old rancher feeding Americans and tending my fences and livestock. Without my drones I couldn't continue to keep those steaks and burgers coming to town. Also my drones never exit my fence lines. Flying over my own land.relax city people Not a foreign air raid. Haha Dandahermit❤😂😂😂😂😂😅
Your drones are in a perfect place. But man we have had them hiding behind trees etc in our backyard, really creepy crap who ever doing that but for ranching, well of course.
WOW! I luvya already, just after your first 3 sentences! This is great! I’m 69, a retired USAF C-5 Flight Engineer, staying busy and been flying drones nearly 2 years now! Want to add helping farmers and ranchers with their property management with my drones! All to save them money and time, and see their property for the first time from the air! Wow, how much fun is that! Blessings! Fly safe!🇺🇸
Do not tell anyone. I was talking to guy at a event, Home Drone Security. He said drones flying fixed programmed route is uncharted territory. Their drones would launch on their own when the alarm gets triggered. He said there is no rules for that but they are working with the FAA to clear it up before they start building their business.
The sad thing is is 98% of the people watching this video already know all the rules because we fly and we follow the rules. This video needs to be seen on TV ABC NBC CBS so people are aware of the laws and the rules.
It's the same with all other hot button topics in this country. Something happens and the majority of the population jumps to conclusions saying we need more laws 🙄 Noooooo. Law abiding citizens already follow the laws that are in place. Bad actors will NEVER follow any law that's in place. So in the end it's the educated, responsible, respectful drone hobbyist that's taking the hit 😢
I live in the Northwest Suburbs of Illinois. I have enjoyed flying drones for many years, and your channel was one of the first I watched, from which I learned so much. Thank you! Last year, while selling one of my drones, I was demonstrating it in my backyard to a friend who was interested. Within 30 minutes after the demonstration, two sheriff's deputies arrived in my driveway, claiming that I had flown my drone over a neighbor's property (now nicknamed Nasty North) You are correct that most law enforcement officers are often uninformed about drone regulations. I denied the accusation and provided my FAA number and certificate for flying. Back to the neighbors they went. 🤭
I was out flying the other day and had some hunter fly up to me in his truck and tell me I was breaking the law and committing the crime of hunter harassment because they were apparently pheasant hunting somewhere in the vicinity of my drone that was hundreds of feet in the air. I laughed in his face and he wasn't very happy about it. I told him, I dont know who you are, where you are hunting, and I have never seen you before in my life with my eyes, or with the cameras on my drone. I told him, I'm going to keep doing what I'm doing, if you feel I am violating some law, you can feel free to call the police and let them handle it. He peeled out of the parking lot in a huff and I never heard from him, or the police again. So often people try to bully or intimidate you to stop doing what you are doing. You have to stand up to them!
I wish people like that guy could be more civil. Funny thing is, if someone actually did come up to me and was chill about it, and said they were hunting in the area and my drone was startling the animals, I would be cool and land my drone and take it elsewhere. But they want to bring the law into everything and be all confrontational about it. I was asked once to put my drone away because there were people horse riding in the area, and it turns out horses are scared of them. They didn't even want to see the thing, it was a mavic air 2 and I had to hold it behind my back lol. I would have kept it high in the sky but it was low on battery and I had to land while the riders were nearby
I live out on Lake Sakakawea, here in North Dakota. I posted some pictures of an "atypical" deer with a droptine. You would have thought I was giving up the last unicorn. The hunters saw the pictures on Facebook and complained to the landowner who I was friends with. He told me these guys were going to call the police on me, and I couldn't fly over Corp of engineers land, bla bla bla...I explained the regulations to the landowner/friend and the issue was put to bed. Now I even offered to help the landowner locate his cattle with my DJI M3T...
@@SangheiliSpecOp Yup, if people are cool with me, I am usually cool with them. But if you come running up to me and get in my face, accusing me of breaking the law, then its another story.
It's uneasy to see a drone fly over you. As a pilot, i was put at ease after seeing what i see while flying and what gets captured on video. In most cases, if you see a drone, you are just a part of the scenery, even if naked, and nobody cares. If in doubt, just smile and wave.
Looking into it more, you use apps like DJI fly, and a person can set geofence data. This will not work on all drones, but it will require any dji drones to notify the user that this area is controlled. As well as other flight data apps allow you to set this as well. You can set minimum flying hights. Now, any user can bypass these. But most will honor your wishes and just fly around it.
A landowner’s property interest in the land extends to the airspace directly over the property, to the extent that the airspace can be used to benefit the underlying land.
There were no questions on my Part 107 exam regarding flying over property (that I remember). To me that makes it pretty clear that FAA thinks that it’s well understood that the airspace is its jurisdiction. Whether that is as clear to others in state and local governments is something different. Whoever suggested that FAA has some work to do conveying the rights of UAS operators is on target. Thanks for posting!
The video intro (set up) is excellent Russ! Explaining the rules that underlie your presentation is a move that helps set the stage to relieve tensions brought about the arguers and aggressors! Smart content! Timely and most relevant! Merry Christmas and much respect, T ;-)
I think it was one of your videos where you had an FAA official in an interview, where he said (para) " You might have thought you bought a toy, but what you really bought was an aircraft" This has stuck with me since I heard it. Great video, thanks for your content, it's been very informative!
Russ, thank you for raising this thought-provoking question. In my opinion, local governments should not have the authority to create laws governing the airspace over their towns, cities, or states. The responsibility for airspace regulation should remain solely with the Federal Government, and here's why: Allowing each local government to establish its own airspace rules would lead to significant confusion and operational challenges, particularly for aviation and drone operators. For example, consider a commercial flight traveling from California to New York. If every local jurisdiction along the route had its own set of airspace laws, the flight crew would face the nearly impossible task of complying with a patchwork of regulations. This lack of uniformity could compromise safety, efficiency, and the viability of air travel. The Federal Government, through the FAA, ensures consistency, safety, and oversight across the nation's airspace. A single governing body allows for a standardized framework that supports safe and predictable operations for all airspace users, whether they are commercial airlines, drone operators, or hobbyists. Maintaining this centralized authority is essential to preventing the chaos that could arise from fragmented, conflicting regulations. It provides clarity, fosters innovation, and upholds the safety and integrity of our national airspace system.
The FAA already has PLENTY of laws pertaining to drone use. Relegating any authority over airspace to state and especially local governments would be a total disaster.
Yes, and to go farther, it has to be regulated on a Federal Government level so that the laws will apply equally to each pilot, regardless of which state they are from.
Love the channel! Can you make a short video regarding having the proper documents prepared in case of law enforcement contact or people who think it is illegal to fly when it isn’t? Basically like a “Before you Fly: Preparedness” video. Thank you, and again love the channel it is so informative and fun to watch.
It's really simple. If you're flying recreationally, you need your TRUST certificate. If you're flying commercially, you need your part 107 license and the registration number of the drone imprinted on it somehow. Either way, it's a good idea to also have a state-issued photo ID.
As a hobby flyer I've been lucky. Never had anyone ever say anything negative about my drones. Most want to know if they made the video and will they be able to watch the video on TH-cam. Flying since 2014.
I think the big privacy problem with drones is not as much the flying in itself or the high pitch sound, but the fact that all drones are equipped with very effective videocameras… It is easy for people to feel extremely exposed. So my guess is that there is a high risk that the rules will change in the future.
Once while doing an RE job I had a guy come up and accost me about including his house in the RE shots of the house I was contracted to do. I told him to call Google and when they agree to stop taking pictures of his house from a satellite, I will cease :)
It is a violation of law as you are in US air space while satellites are not! Also, you can force Google Maps to block images of your house under this law.
Great video Russ. Hopefully our friends, neighbors, and fellow citizens not versed in what the current laws are regarding FAA regulated airspace will become more aware. Thanks
I’m super aware and turn them in every chance I get when I measure the altitude of them and photo them hovering and hiding in our yard, behind trees etc, plus we have no reason anyone would want to spy on us, I mean SHEESE I look horrible in a bathing suit hehe, but really reported a few with good outcomes from the FAA so far. Blessings all
§ 91.119 Minimum safe altitudes: General. Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, no person may operate an aircraft below the following altitudes: (a) Anywhere. An altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard to persons or property on the surface. (b) Over congested areas. Over any congested area of a city, town, or settlement, or over any open air assembly of persons, an altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 2,000 feet of the aircraft. (c) Over other than congested areas. An altitude of 500 feet above the surface, except over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the aircraft may not be operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure.
I don't know how much clearer you can make Russ. If they still want to argue after watching this video, well, there's just no explaining it to them and they are the ones that just have to find out the hard way. I just hope no one gets hurt in the process. Merry Christamas to you and your family.
According to FAA regulations, the minimum safe altitude for aircraft operations over congested areas is 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a 2,000-foot radius and 500 feet above the surface in non-congested areas, unless otherwise specified by the specific flight rules or situation; this is outlined in CFR Part 91.119.
The FAA section you are quoting is for manned non-commercial aircraft (Part 91). Most drones under 55 lbs fly under Part 107, and they are limited to not fly over 400’ agl except under very limited circumstances.
I think this is the least understood from the general public and the biggest source of pain when flying a drone. Its unfortunate that FAA or maybe some of the drone industry can't do a decent ad campaign that makes this common knowledge. The media definitely doesn't help because you rarely if ever hear them state that the airspace above your property isn't yours, if anything they make it worse. Living in Montana the typical response is closer to your initial "accent" one. I think the best you can do is use common sense, be courteous, wear a vest, and be visible as an operator when flying commercially. Then one at a time be patient and educate people when possible. Russ I always appreciate your common sense and easy to understand explanations.
I think part of problem is not enough training for drone operators, finding there drones in persons backyards and just hovering ver where young ladies want to hang out in sun and many other things. Need stipulations and guidelines rules to respect and expect a certain level of privacy or the FAA need to implement a rigid license for hobby drone operators. Blessings
Technically, if you own the entire bundle of legal rights to a property, called FEE SIMPLE, you own air rights to infinity. It's not practical or enforceable for the most part. Major cities usually extend air rights to 1200 or so feet to allow for the development of skyscrapers. Suburban and rural areas usually limit to six stories, maybe more depending upon the city size. But skyscrapers are not a common sight outside big metropolitan areas in the US. Where they exist, it probably is the result of a once greater city than now exists.
My county parks dept has this on their prohibited activities. Operation of motorized or non motorized aircraft, model vehicles, and model watercraft, including drones, model airplanes, model cars, model boats, and model rockets. To say "operation of" seems to convey even flying over it. They are a little too strict, you're not even allowed to walk you dogs on county owned trails and parks.
Consumer / hobby type drone flying has been around since the early 20th century. Back in the old days we referred to them as "model aircraft". As far as the law for airspace goes I think it should be a nationwide / federal lawmaking body that decides on airspace usage. Could you imagine what a nightmare it would be if every state, town, county and property owner has their own set of rules for every possible use of their airspace. A commercial flight from say New York to Chicago would have to carry an onnboard mapping of every single parcel of land below along with a specific set of rules governing what, when, where, if and how their particular set of rules applies. You'd have commercial flights, say from New York to Chicago having to constantly zig-zag through.the air. It would be one big mess.
People need to be aware that regardless any stand-your-ground law which may allow you to murder someone on your property just by claiming you felt threatened, the laws about shooting down aircraft are federal and they will prosecute you.
I live Nr Tampa in Florida and there is a rule here that we are not allowed to fly in State Parks. So what if I take off and land from outside the parks but fly over one , is that ok?
Russ....thanks. Your videos are very informative and spot on. Thanks for taking the time to clear up one more drone issue that confuses so many. Well done, Sir!
I have a question as to why are the batteries only rated at 40 minutes of flight time Will there be better technology to increase battery life for longer flights In regards to the drone sightings most are ignorant as to the fact that flight time is limited by the quality of current battery technology
Why 40 minute question and glad you ask. Lot do with weight to power ratio, running camera, motor, altitude etc and over coming effects of wind and such factors. Also the current technology, battery weight etc.
States and local governments have no legal authority to regulate where you can fly, though, as you note, they can limit where you can land, take off, or operate a drone.
@@calledtojourney In point of fact, states and local governments do have a limited say over where you can fly. That limit is usually regarding state and county parks. In those cases, it is mostly because those areas end up being nature sanctuaries and end up falling under the same regulations as federal nature preserves. But, yeah. Other than that, you are correct.
@@christopherfowler9704 I don't think that's accurate. Even the NPS cannot forbid drones from flying over national parks, though they do forbid launching, landing, and operating drones in the park.
@@calledtojourney In general terms, they can and do. The biggest carveout that prohibits drones flying over those areas end up being because they are officially designated wildlife sanctuaries. And that includes wildlife sanctuaries designated at the state level. They fall under the federal umbrella. To fly over them with a drone requires a waiver, either to go above the 2000 ft AGL base that the FAA established for wildlife sanctuaries, or a waiver to fly under the 2000 ft AGL flight restriction over nature/wildlife sanctuaries. Now manned aircraft are another story, since they can fly above the 2000 ft AGL floor over those areas, but due to UAVs being restricted to a hard ceiling of 400ft AGL, they are prohibited from flying over those areas as well as prohibited from launch/recovery operations therein. The other carveout is for safety and security. A number of national parks have aircraft operations for sightseeing activities, so, as a safeguard, they restrict or ban all UAS operations over the parks unless that UAS operator has obtained written permission from the director of that particular park. And they will require most, if not all of the same information one would need to provide for an FAA waiver. If ever you are in doubt about that, go to the park ranger's office and ask if you can operate your drone in the airspace above the park. Chances are that, due to the altitude restrictions of UAS operations, they will tell you a resounding "no, but thanks for asking". Assuming that none of those conditions (sight seeing, wildlife sanctuary, safety are not a concern at that park, they are just as likely to say "yes, as long as you don't disturb other people or animals". At that point, though, they are as likely to tell you that you can fly overhead, but you cannot launch or recover within the park. It gets complicated, but until awareness grows and irresponsible operators goes way down, it is likely to not change any time soon. If you are an operator, then fly safe, obey the rules and hold the irresponsible/dangerous operators accountable. That's all we can do, for now, to help speed up positive change in how the public, and the rules, change to help us in this industry.
@@calledtojourney They can and they do. They do so for things such as safety (not including TFRs for fires and other emergencies or SAR operations), and for designated wildlife sanctuaries. It is impossible for a drone operator to legally launch/recover, as you stated that you already knew, but also, it is illegal to fly in a designated wildlife sanctuary without either a waiver to exceed the 2000ft AGL floor over one, or with both a waiver and written authorization from the park to fly under that 2000ft AGL floor. Manned aircraft don't have that issue because they can and will happily fly above the 2000ft minimum and don't recover or launch in the parks outside of designated areas or if they are performing emergency services operations. There are also safety concerns and disturbing certain wildlife. Now some parks you won't necessarily have a problem with as long as you get permission from the park director's office, UNLESS it is a designated wildlife sanctuary area. Those will show up on your aeronautical charts. And it is true that, outside of those areas, you can fly over many of them, but you cannot launch or recover from them, but, as I said before, overflight by a drone is often limited and requires a waiver to overcome those legal limitations. And again, there is the safety issue. Not just the safety of the wildlife, but the public and any emergency services operations going on, there are, on average, more than 1400 SAR operations in our national parks, so the likelihood that there is a TFR on drone flights going on at whatever park you are in is about 50-50 on any given week. There will be TFRs issued for that anyway, so hopefully you've checked for those before sending your bird up to have a look around for that epic vista shot that our NPS has in abundance. Just this past week, we had an unauthorized drone in the California wildfire TFR and it struck one of the waterbombers, but that impact, while not causing a crash (this time) did take a critical asset out of the fight against those fires, at least until they can repair and inspect the damage that grounded the aircraft. If it had been a SAR mission and the aircraft were a police helicopter or a CAP aircraft, it could have been deadly. So there is that concern as well. Again, always check for TFRs when you want to launch. Going back to my original statement, there are a lot of very good reasons that one may not be able to even fly over our state and national parks, or may be restricted from flying over parts of them, so always fly safe, follow the rules and be aware that as drone pilots we DO NOT have the right of way over anything else in the air. Sorry that was so long, but it is a more complex issue than most people are aware of and needed a more complex explanation. Hopefully that better clarifies it and equally important, that it hopefully it makes it clear for folks that had no idea at all.
As a courtesy to my neighbors, I live on a culdesac, I informed them I just purchased a drone and would it bother them if I flew it in the neighborhood. All of them said they wouldn’t mind at all.
So the state parks in my state and the national parks do not allow me to launch a drone there. But what you are saying is I could launch the drone outside the park and have it follow me into the park get the picture I want then have it follow me back out.
You should not operate a drone while on park grounds. Guarantee they will assume you also took off while on park grounds and charge you for it. At the very least they can detain you until your drone battery depletes, and you are forced to land on park grounds or violate VLOS to land off park grounds. Either way you will be in doodoo.
@joetheairbusguy1813 nope, the vast majority of NPS land and sanctuaries is class G unrestricted airspace. The airspace is not restricted at all. It's the land operations that are restricted. Hence you are restricted from taking off, landing, and sometimes even operating unmanned aircraft within the park boundaries. However, it is often a violation to use an aircraft to harass or disturb wildlife/animals. So you would not want to fly low over any animals.
@ AIM 7-5-5 prohibits flight in certain areas and requests no flight below 2000’ in others. Either way drones aren’t wanted and in some cases out right prohibited.
Local municipalities need to find out from the FAA what’s legal and illegal. The rules have already been set but as long as it doesn’t affect someone’s livelihood. This means fairness between land owner’s and drone operator’s.
It’s more abt hovering right over a backyard, people have and should expect a decent amt of privacy in these regards. The people that get freaked out over there house being seen by a drone is silly, but having one do hide and seek behind trees etc over your yard abt 60 ft up when your sun bathing, or just relaxing in your yard, that’s just not tolerable or respectful of others.
@ well some people may experience a police drone hovering above their property. Certainly even drone pilots who are doing real estate work may not move quickly and at some angles could appear to be hovering. The main thing to look for is the angle of the camera which could be hard to see at a distance.
@@y_i_fly6256 THIS is a great point - when doing a RE video we are often at house level doing some cinematic swoops and often hover for a few minutes while setting up the next shot. Not all the work is done up high
I am 'credentialed' to fly in Canada and the US, I live right on the border. Bear with me: when I fly, I don't fly across the border. I land, cross, then launch again...cause it's the law. With that said, I fly anywhere it's legal and I have several platforms including a mini 3 pro. In Canada I can fly that marvel virtually anywhere. Like, for example, above the Chinese embassy in Ottawa. So, if an embassy has to tolerate me, why shouldn't a landowner anywhere.
I’ve been flying drones here in Florida as a hobby for the past three years, I make it a point to stick to the guidelines plus common sense, but unfortunately, since this drone incident in New Jersey, I’m a little apprehensive to fly my drone and with the government really not given any details, people are so uneasy about it. It just sucks right now.
I’d really appreciate if you could clarify something for me. I understand that I can fly over houses, but as far as I know, here in the States, I can’t fly over people without their permission. So if I’m flying over some houses, and there happens to be some people outside in their gardens and I flew over them as I flew over the houses, is that ok? Thanks for any help you can give me on this. Also, thanks for your videos - they’re always great to see and are always very helpful.
@@RiotCl0s818 The FAA has specific rules in place for flying directly over people who aren't part of your drone 'crew', including the use of propeller guards on an approved drone.
From Grok: Yes, the FAA has specific rules regarding flying drones over people who are not directly participating in the drone's operation, which includes considerations for propeller guards. Here's an overview based on the information available: General Rules for Flying Over People: Cat 1 & 2 Under Part 107 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, drones can be flown over people only under certain conditions. The FAA categorizes drones into four categories for operations over people, each with specific requirements: Category 1: Drones must weigh 0.55 pounds or less and have no exposed rotating parts that could cause lacerations. While propeller guards are not explicitly mandated, the design must ensure safety. Category 1 drones can fly over people without additional permission, provided they comply with Remote ID requirements. However, they cannot fly over open-air assemblies unless Remote ID compliant. Category 2: Drones must have an FAA-accepted Means of Compliance (MOC) and a Declaration of Compliance (DOC). They must also have propeller guards or other means to prevent lacerations and must meet Remote ID requirements.
I have had the cops called on me by someone down the block, the officer came over and talked to me about my drone. His response to me was, if your drone gets shot down please call me because I will know who it is and they will be in federal court looking at prison time, they actually called him and told him that they were going to shoot the drone down. He told me that I was doing nothing wrong and to carry on. He also said that he informed the person that called the cops that they were not allowed to shoot any aircraft down 😅
Little real estate stuff here. You cannot, without permission from the owner, cut branches from his tree. the tree does not become your property simply because it crossed the property line. The best way I heard this explained by a judge was "The tree still belongs to the owner of the property that the tree is attached to. If the neighbor's kid is playing on the fence, you can't keep the part of the child that's over the property line."
I've been a drone pilot for 3 yearsand I've been flying over houses for the same length. I'm just flying over them to get to my next not spot I'm taking photos and people need to realize that. My only tip is that if you are taking photos make sure it's not taken from over someonelse's house just to make it not look like you are spying
You mention "transitory" use of airspace during the video, so could stationary use above someone's yard be used towards other legal action mentioned in the clip? Just wondering.
I think the FAA is a fine place to keep the legislation. Things like you described regarding local ordinance violation excepted, no local or state organization should be allowed to supersede federal law. We don't need to return to the wild-west as some people would like to see happen. Some things need federal oversight.
Great video, Russ. Here is something I have often wondered. If you are exploring the area over AND through what appears to be an abandoned structure, can that be considered trespassing? Does a trespassing charge require the actor to physically be in the structure, or can just observing what can't be viewed from the outside be trespassing. I see many videos on TH-cam where abandoned buildings are explored with a drone and wonder if the owner can try pressing charges.
Thanks for the analysis! I need some advice: My OKX wallet holds some USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). How should I go about transferring them to Binance?
Only if you are taking off and\or landing within the town limits. They can only control what you do on the ground. Once the aircraft is in the air they have zero authority to stop you from flying over the town. This is similar to national parks. You are not allowed to take of or land within national parks without approval, but they cannot stop you from flying over the parks as long as you take off and land outside of the parks.
OKLAHOMA (my home state) has a so-called "no aerial trespass law". [Title 21. Crimes and Punishments §21-1743. Unlawful use of drones.] "No person using a drone shall: 1. Trespass onto private property or into airspace within four hundred (400) feet above ground level with the intent to subject anyone to eavesdropping or other surveillance". Like Russ says, it will boil down to "WITH THE INTENT..."
What Law! If you read the Oklahoma Statues Title 21 Crimes and Punishment - there is NO title 21-1743. In fact if you do a search though the entire Oklahoma Senate title 21 published document (all 677 pages) there is No mention of "drone" period. Where did this come from ?
I can say that I make sure I never fly my drone near someones home. I do not want some Karen to call the cops claiming that their child was changing clothes or about to take a bath with the curtains open. If you have a drone with a camera, you should just not go near someones home. Just save the possible headache even if small.
As a real estate photographer, it's virtually impossible to photograph someone's house and property without flying over someone else's. I've had to reassure some folks that I'm flying over that I'm not photographing their property.
Airspace rules need to addressed by congress & the FAA exclusively. It would be virtually impossible to be able to follow the rules if all sorts of state, county, city, etc could set their own rules.
Here are a couple of Florida "laws" that should be examined; Town of Defuniak Springs-Municipal Law // 2016 This is a particularly egregious assault on the real laws governing drone use. The University of Tampa-UAV & Drone Policy // 2015 "This campus policy restricts any drone operations within or over University-owned property..."
That rule is strange a FAR 103 legal utralight is called a air vehicle since it has NO N number on and drones do Not have N numbers on them so they are a air vehicle by FAA rules
We keep asking the same question over and over again. There is a difference between legal and how people will react irrationally. No one seems to be freaked out about Chopers in LA. Google already has views of your house.
According to Civil Aviation Safety Authority in Australia Drones must not be flown higher than 120 metres above the ground Drones must be kept at least 30 metres away from other people The drone operator has to be able to see the drone with their own eyes at all time Drones that weigh more than 250 grams must be kept at least 5.5 kilometres away from a controlled airport No licence required if it's just used for fun. You must get a remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) operator accreditation to fly a drone for all other reasons.
This is very important for you guys to understand. Laws can be changed. Drones can be outlawed. I am not afraid of drones but I am very leery about our skies being filled with drones, especially commercial ones. So. Yeah. Laws can change and ultimately people’s opinions matter.
@@Romenet310 you might Gain an understanding of the rules we ARE bound by, which you clearly aren't interested in knowing..... Just keep on going by your feeling, I guess
@@richardosborne6464 my point is people don’t like it and the laws can be changed. If you believe in the power of the people, drone laws can be changed. For now, you have the law on your side, but this is not some constitutional right. Laws can be changed. I mean your freedom to fly has already been limited. I expect more limits are coming. I just hope they limit commercial flying as well.
@@Romenet310 If I make my living with a drone, I believe it does fall under the right to commerce, but I do understand what you're saying. A point I'd like to make though, is that although I believe in the power of the people as a concept, in practice it doesn't exist anymore in this country. We have expressed our distrust of certain alphabet agencies as a whole, our disapproval of the misuse of tax dollars to fund pet projects, and bolster foreign interests, and clearly we have not been listed to.... This won't be any different unless it serves the Federal government in a way that limits everyone's privacy.... One example of the remote ID law. Why should any civilian get to see the operators coordinates while he is conducting a flight, If the drone is broadcasting it's own. This puts pilots in the cross hairs of any nut job who decides to take the law into their own hands. I think we have some common ground on this issue, but the rules I already have to follow, keep you literally unaffected.
I have a 'cute' story ... my son has had many drones and is a licensed private pilot operator as a hobby. He was flying one of his drones over a piece of open land - probably owned by the city ... doesn't matter. His camera caught a couple walking along a path and they looked up at his drone and waved. I could see all of this as he made a recording of what the drone was observing. The gal - in her 30s? - suddenly lifted up her sweater she was wearing to just below her neck, revealing a lovely view and no bra! They were both laughing and so was my son ... and so was I when viewing the film. It was just a spontaneous move on the gal's part and it was rather endearing, I think I'd say.
Very good video. The only mistake I think is when you said basically there are no local laws regulating the flight of drones. There have been and continue to be some local and state laws that regulate UAS flight. They conflict with the FAA and therefore they are preempted and shouldn't be enforced. Unfortunately as you pointed out the local tyrants may very well enforce them anyway or find some other way to make a remote pilot sorry for being born 😢
@miller-joel Several talk about flights. I know the difference between land use ordinances and airspace regulations that conflict with the faa. Many of the local governments that make these ordinances are ignorant of aviation and also don't care about preemption. Their local court may very we rule for the government. They don't lose unless the defendant appeals and maybe appeals again to a higher court. There are cases happening right now that involve local jurisdictions enforcing airspace regulations that conflict with the FAA.
Ya, I've been planning to use this drama to show off that we can fly & should be left alone. You'd be amazed at the drama my county has allowed us to be bothered with. I live in a non-attainment county with a County Judge who didn't have a fire Marshall who knows what non-attainment is. They think crops have the same protections to be burnt as leaves in neighborhoods, it's so ugly.
Love your videos. I have a DJI Mini 3 Pro. Any advice on a drone setup that allows me to fly the drone using the controller while allowing someone to wear goggles so that I can in essence take them for a "fly" ?
Question: The beach community for my summer vacation has a no drone "law." But on dji, there are no warning zones and I'm able to takeoff. You're saying they can't really stop me from flying recreational over the water/beach?
Yep if you launch drone from outside the area then go over there BUT but why not be respectful of the beach community privacy, perhaps persons in bathing suits, families enjoying gatherings. Not everyone wishes to be filmed, especially the young ladies I’m assuming. So I think if you fly into the area to get over the water if that’s your objective but Drone operators need to be respectful of privacy. The FAA isn’t giving a license to do what ever one might want to do, otherwise there will be new regs to change this and make it harder to fly etc. blessings and good questions. Remember JUST BECAUSE YOU CAN DOESNT ME WE DO.
I agree most people that are watching your videos all ready good pilots. This is a video that should be aired on all major news channels so all those Karens can stop spazing out every time a plane flies bye. Thanks Russ love your videos.
I'm an ,80 yrs old rancher in the N E washington mountains. I have a house full of drones. Too old to straddle a pony to ride the miles of my fences and scout for strays. So now I just sit in the shade while my drone flies to way points checking and doing a 360 degree pan at each. It records while I watch it live. I'm not a criminal. Just an old rancher feeding Americans and tending my fences and livestock. Without my drones I couldn't continue to keep those steaks and burgers coming to town. Also my drones never exit my fence lines. Flying over my own land.relax city people Not a foreign air raid. Haha Dandahermit❤😂😂😂😂😂😅
Damn, you're old.
This is awesome! Embracing technology and allowing you to continue what like to do, just in a different - and more efficient way.
Your drones are in a perfect place. But man we have had them hiding behind trees etc in our backyard, really creepy crap who ever doing that but for ranching, well of course.
WOW! I luvya already, just after your first 3 sentences! This is great! I’m 69, a retired USAF C-5 Flight Engineer, staying busy and been flying drones nearly 2 years now! Want to add helping farmers and ranchers with their property management with my drones! All to save them money and time, and see their property for the first time from the air! Wow, how much fun is that! Blessings! Fly safe!🇺🇸
Do not tell anyone. I was talking to guy at a event, Home Drone Security. He said drones flying fixed programmed route is uncharted territory. Their drones would launch on their own when the alarm gets triggered. He said there is no rules for that but they are working with the FAA to clear it up before they start building their business.
The sad thing is is 98% of the people watching this video already know all the rules because we fly and we follow the rules. This video needs to be seen on TV ABC NBC CBS so people are aware of the laws and the rules.
SO very TRUE!
Exactly..not sure why those networks are trying to demonize drones but it seems that they are miss informing the public.
Right, so pesky people who have the gumption to bother you when flying gain a bit of knowledge. Good and bad people drive cars, should we ban cars?
It's the same with all other hot button topics in this country. Something happens and the majority of the population jumps to conclusions saying we need more laws 🙄
Noooooo.
Law abiding citizens already follow the laws that are in place. Bad actors will NEVER follow any law that's in place.
So in the end it's the educated, responsible, respectful drone hobbyist that's taking the hit 😢
Gonna save link and post on x
I live in the Northwest Suburbs of Illinois. I have enjoyed flying drones for many years, and your channel was one of the first I watched, from which I learned so much. Thank you! Last year, while selling one of my drones, I was demonstrating it in my backyard to a friend who was interested. Within 30 minutes after the demonstration, two sheriff's deputies arrived in my driveway, claiming that I had flown my drone over a neighbor's property (now nicknamed Nasty North) You are correct that most law enforcement officers are often uninformed about drone regulations. I denied the accusation and provided my FAA number and certificate for flying. Back to the neighbors they went. 🤭
@@olivertwist00 actually DJI shows a record of ANYWHERE you've flown just to prove to uninformed officers 🤔
I was out flying the other day and had some hunter fly up to me in his truck and tell me I was breaking the law and committing the crime of hunter harassment because they were apparently pheasant hunting somewhere in the vicinity of my drone that was hundreds of feet in the air. I laughed in his face and he wasn't very happy about it. I told him, I dont know who you are, where you are hunting, and I have never seen you before in my life with my eyes, or with the cameras on my drone. I told him, I'm going to keep doing what I'm doing, if you feel I am violating some law, you can feel free to call the police and let them handle it. He peeled out of the parking lot in a huff and I never heard from him, or the police again.
So often people try to bully or intimidate you to stop doing what you are doing. You have to stand up to them!
Hunter harassment has to be proven intentional which obviously you were not doing it intentionally.
I wish people like that guy could be more civil. Funny thing is, if someone actually did come up to me and was chill about it, and said they were hunting in the area and my drone was startling the animals, I would be cool and land my drone and take it elsewhere. But they want to bring the law into everything and be all confrontational about it.
I was asked once to put my drone away because there were people horse riding in the area, and it turns out horses are scared of them. They didn't even want to see the thing, it was a mavic air 2 and I had to hold it behind my back lol. I would have kept it high in the sky but it was low on battery and I had to land while the riders were nearby
I live out on Lake Sakakawea, here in North Dakota. I posted some pictures of an "atypical" deer with a droptine. You would have thought I was giving up the last unicorn. The hunters saw the pictures on Facebook and complained to the landowner who I was friends with. He told me these guys were going to call the police on me, and I couldn't fly over Corp of engineers land, bla bla bla...I explained the regulations to the landowner/friend and the issue was put to bed. Now I even offered to help the landowner locate his cattle with my DJI M3T...
@@SangheiliSpecOp Yup, if people are cool with me, I am usually cool with them. But if you come running up to me and get in my face, accusing me of breaking the law, then its another story.
Keep these drone videos coming. Enjoy watching them
I will save everyone 12 minutes and 42 seconds: YES
We don’t mind watching the video. Thanks tho.
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I love the Hide User feature!
Haha nice one Billy
@@51Drones What's that?
It's uneasy to see a drone fly over you. As a pilot, i was put at ease after seeing what i see while flying and what gets captured on video.
In most cases, if you see a drone, you are just a part of the scenery, even if naked, and nobody cares. If in doubt, just smile and wave.
Looking into it more, you use apps like DJI fly, and a person can set geofence data. This will not work on all drones, but it will require any dji drones to notify the user that this area is controlled. As well as other flight data apps allow you to set this as well. You can set minimum flying hights. Now, any user can bypass these. But most will honor your wishes and just fly around it.
A landowner’s property interest in the land extends to the airspace directly over the property, to the extent that the airspace can be used to benefit the underlying land.
Keep up the great work I'm a Part 107 pilot and really enjoy what you do. I just subscribed $. Well worth it to stay in tuned to the drone world.
There were no questions on my Part 107 exam regarding flying over property (that I remember). To me that makes it pretty clear that FAA thinks that it’s well understood that the airspace is its jurisdiction. Whether that is as clear to others in state and local governments is something different. Whoever suggested that FAA has some work to do conveying the rights of UAS operators is on target. Thanks for posting!
Russ, thanks for all you’re doing during these crazy times. 👍
Have a great Holiday Season !
The video intro (set up) is excellent Russ! Explaining the rules that underlie your presentation is a move that helps set the stage to relieve tensions brought about the arguers and aggressors! Smart content! Timely and most relevant! Merry Christmas and much respect, T ;-)
I think it was one of your videos where you had an FAA official in an interview, where he said (para) " You might have thought you bought a toy, but what you really bought was an aircraft" This has stuck with me since I heard it. Great video, thanks for your content, it's been very informative!
Merry Christmas Russ…another A+ informational video! (Prayers)
Russ, thank you for raising this thought-provoking question. In my opinion, local governments should not have the authority to create laws governing the airspace over their towns, cities, or states. The responsibility for airspace regulation should remain solely with the Federal Government, and here's why:
Allowing each local government to establish its own airspace rules would lead to significant confusion and operational challenges, particularly for aviation and drone operators. For example, consider a commercial flight traveling from California to New York. If every local jurisdiction along the route had its own set of airspace laws, the flight crew would face the nearly impossible task of complying with a patchwork of regulations. This lack of uniformity could compromise safety, efficiency, and the viability of air travel.
The Federal Government, through the FAA, ensures consistency, safety, and oversight across the nation's airspace. A single governing body allows for a standardized framework that supports safe and predictable operations for all airspace users, whether they are commercial airlines, drone operators, or hobbyists.
Maintaining this centralized authority is essential to preventing the chaos that could arise from fragmented, conflicting regulations. It provides clarity, fosters innovation, and upholds the safety and integrity of our national airspace system.
I could cities, and other local governments coming up with all kinds of crazy laws.
The FAA already has PLENTY of laws pertaining to drone use. Relegating any authority over airspace to state and especially local governments would be a total disaster.
Merry Christmas and Happy Flying All Year Long.
Yes, and to go farther, it has to be regulated on a Federal Government level so that the laws will apply equally to each pilot, regardless of which state they are from.
Love the channel! Can you make a short video regarding having the proper documents prepared in case of law enforcement contact or people who think it is illegal to fly when it isn’t? Basically like a “Before you Fly: Preparedness” video. Thank you, and again love the channel it is so informative and fun to watch.
It's really simple. If you're flying recreationally, you need your TRUST certificate. If you're flying commercially, you need your part 107 license and the registration number of the drone imprinted on it somehow. Either way, it's a good idea to also have a state-issued photo ID.
As a hobby flyer I've been lucky. Never had anyone ever say anything negative about my drones. Most want to know if they made the video and will they be able to watch the video on TH-cam. Flying since 2014.
I think the big privacy problem with drones is not as much the flying in itself or the high pitch sound, but the fact that all drones are equipped with very effective videocameras… It is easy for people to feel extremely exposed. So my guess is that there is a high risk that the rules will change in the future.
Once while doing an RE job I had a guy come up and accost me about including his house in the RE shots of the house I was contracted to do. I told him to call Google and when they agree to stop taking pictures of his house from a satellite, I will cease :)
It is a violation of law as you are in US air space while satellites are not! Also, you can force Google Maps to block images of your house under this law.
You can inform the neighbors of your intent, morally and ethically the right thing to do.
Google doesn't use satellite imagery for that layer of zoom, that's areal photography from planes and drones.
Great video Russ. Hopefully our friends, neighbors, and fellow citizens not versed in what the current laws are regarding FAA regulated airspace will become more aware. Thanks
I’m super aware and turn them in every chance I get when I measure the altitude of them and photo them hovering and hiding in our yard, behind trees etc, plus we have no reason anyone would want to spy on us, I mean SHEESE I look horrible in a bathing suit hehe, but really reported a few with good outcomes from the FAA so far. Blessings all
Good video. Lots of good info and well presented.
§ 91.119 Minimum safe altitudes: General.
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, no person may operate an aircraft below the following altitudes:
(a) Anywhere. An altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard to persons or property on the surface.
(b) Over congested areas. Over any congested area of a city, town, or settlement, or over any open air assembly of persons, an altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 2,000 feet of the aircraft.
(c) Over other than congested areas. An altitude of 500 feet above the surface, except over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the aircraft may not be operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure.
I don't know how much clearer you can make Russ. If they still want to argue after watching this video, well, there's just no explaining it to them and they are the ones that just have to find out the hard way. I just hope no one gets hurt in the process.
Merry Christamas to you and your family.
According to FAA regulations, the minimum safe altitude for aircraft operations over congested areas is 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a 2,000-foot radius and 500 feet above the surface in non-congested areas, unless otherwise specified by the specific flight rules or situation; this is outlined in CFR Part 91.119.
The FAA section you are quoting is for manned non-commercial aircraft (Part 91). Most drones under 55 lbs fly under Part 107, and they are limited to not fly over 400’ agl except under very limited circumstances.
My Nikon camera with 600mm Len can see a heck of a lot more detail than my Mavic and can be a lot further away.
I think this is the least understood from the general public and the biggest source of pain when flying a drone. Its unfortunate that FAA or maybe some of the drone industry can't do a decent ad campaign that makes this common knowledge. The media definitely doesn't help because you rarely if ever hear them state that the airspace above your property isn't yours, if anything they make it worse. Living in Montana the typical response is closer to your initial "accent" one.
I think the best you can do is use common sense, be courteous, wear a vest, and be visible as an operator when flying commercially. Then one at a time be patient and educate people when possible.
Russ I always appreciate your common sense and easy to understand explanations.
I think part of problem is not enough training for drone operators, finding there drones in persons backyards and just hovering ver where young ladies want to hang out in sun and many other things. Need stipulations and guidelines rules to respect and expect a certain level of privacy or the FAA need to implement a rigid license for hobby drone operators. Blessings
@@kolobkolobkolobkolob I brought down an intrusive drone over my property about 2 years ago. Nobody came for to claim it.
@@howardj602 Ha ha they probably were camera shy hehe. Hopefully will have some new laws in 2025, I’m working on it. Good comment blessings brother.
Great brush up on the rules.
Hey Russ ! Thanks for putting this video back up. Hopefully it will be an educational aid to pilots as well as the general public. Happy Holidays ! 👍
Technically, if you own the entire bundle of legal rights to a property, called FEE SIMPLE, you own air rights to infinity. It's not practical or enforceable for the most part. Major cities usually extend air rights to 1200 or so feet to allow for the development of skyscrapers. Suburban and rural areas usually limit to six stories, maybe more depending upon the city size. But skyscrapers are not a common sight outside big metropolitan areas in the US. Where they exist, it probably is the result of a once greater city than now exists.
My county parks dept has this on their prohibited activities. Operation of motorized or non motorized aircraft, model vehicles, and model watercraft, including drones, model airplanes, model cars, model boats, and model rockets. To say "operation of" seems to convey even flying over it. They are a little too strict, you're not even allowed to walk you dogs on county owned trails and parks.
Consumer / hobby type drone flying has been around since the early 20th century. Back in the old days we referred to them as "model aircraft". As far as the law for airspace goes I think it should be a nationwide / federal lawmaking body that decides on airspace usage. Could you imagine what a nightmare it would be if every state, town, county and property owner has their own set of rules for every possible use of their airspace. A commercial flight from say New York to Chicago would have to carry an onnboard mapping of every single parcel of land below along with a specific set of rules governing what, when, where, if and how their particular set of rules applies. You'd have commercial flights, say from New York to Chicago having to constantly zig-zag through.the air. It would be one big mess.
Model aircraft didn't have cameras. That's what freaks people out and turns them into idiots.
People need to be aware that regardless any stand-your-ground law which may allow you to murder someone on your property just by claiming you felt threatened, the laws about shooting down aircraft are federal and they will prosecute you.
I live Nr Tampa in Florida and there is a rule here that we are not allowed to fly in State Parks. So what if I take off and land from outside the parks but fly over one , is that ok?
Great video Russ keep them coming.
Russ....thanks. Your videos are very informative and spot on. Thanks for taking the time to clear up one more drone issue that confuses so many. Well done, Sir!
I have a question as to why are the batteries only rated at 40 minutes of flight time
Will there be better technology to increase battery life for longer flights
In regards to the drone sightings most are ignorant as to the fact that flight time is limited by the quality of current battery technology
Why 40 minute question and glad you ask. Lot do with weight to power ratio, running camera, motor, altitude etc and over coming effects of wind and such factors. Also the current technology, battery weight etc.
I live near Louisville, KY and they don't have rules against where you can fly, but they do have local regulations on where you can launch/recover.
States and local governments have no legal authority to regulate where you can fly, though, as you note, they can limit where you can land, take off, or operate a drone.
@@calledtojourney In point of fact, states and local governments do have a limited say over where you can fly. That limit is usually regarding state and county parks. In those cases, it is mostly because those areas end up being nature sanctuaries and end up falling under the same regulations as federal nature preserves. But, yeah. Other than that, you are correct.
@@christopherfowler9704 I don't think that's accurate. Even the NPS cannot forbid drones from flying over national parks, though they do forbid launching, landing, and operating drones in the park.
@@calledtojourney In general terms, they can and do. The biggest carveout that prohibits drones flying over those areas end up being because they are officially designated wildlife sanctuaries. And that includes wildlife sanctuaries designated at the state level. They fall under the federal umbrella.
To fly over them with a drone requires a waiver, either to go above the 2000 ft AGL base that the FAA established for wildlife sanctuaries, or a waiver to fly under the 2000 ft AGL flight restriction over nature/wildlife sanctuaries. Now manned aircraft are another story, since they can fly above the 2000 ft AGL floor over those areas, but due to UAVs being restricted to a hard ceiling of 400ft AGL, they are prohibited from flying over those areas as well as prohibited from launch/recovery operations therein.
The other carveout is for safety and security. A number of national parks have aircraft operations for sightseeing activities, so, as a safeguard, they restrict or ban all UAS operations over the parks unless that UAS operator has obtained written permission from the director of that particular park. And they will require most, if not all of the same information one would need to provide for an FAA waiver. If ever you are in doubt about that, go to the park ranger's office and ask if you can operate your drone in the airspace above the park. Chances are that, due to the altitude restrictions of UAS operations, they will tell you a resounding "no, but thanks for asking".
Assuming that none of those conditions (sight seeing, wildlife sanctuary, safety are not a concern at that park, they are just as likely to say "yes, as long as you don't disturb other people or animals".
At that point, though, they are as likely to tell you that you can fly overhead, but you cannot launch or recover within the park. It gets complicated, but until awareness grows and irresponsible operators goes way down, it is likely to not change any time soon. If you are an operator, then fly safe, obey the rules and hold the irresponsible/dangerous operators accountable. That's all we can do, for now, to help speed up positive change in how the public, and the rules, change to help us in this industry.
@@calledtojourney They can and they do. They do so for things such as safety (not including TFRs for fires and other emergencies or SAR operations), and for designated wildlife sanctuaries. It is impossible for a drone operator to legally launch/recover, as you stated that you already knew, but also, it is illegal to fly in a designated wildlife sanctuary without either a waiver to exceed the 2000ft AGL floor over one, or with both a waiver and written authorization from the park to fly under that 2000ft AGL floor. Manned aircraft don't have that issue because they can and will happily fly above the 2000ft minimum and don't recover or launch in the parks outside of designated areas or if they are performing emergency services operations.
There are also safety concerns and disturbing certain wildlife. Now some parks you won't necessarily have a problem with as long as you get permission from the park director's office, UNLESS it is a designated wildlife sanctuary area. Those will show up on your aeronautical charts. And it is true that, outside of those areas, you can fly over many of them, but you cannot launch or recover from them, but, as I said before, overflight by a drone is often limited and requires a waiver to overcome those legal limitations.
And again, there is the safety issue. Not just the safety of the wildlife, but the public and any emergency services operations going on, there are, on average, more than 1400 SAR operations in our national parks, so the likelihood that there is a TFR on drone flights going on at whatever park you are in is about 50-50 on any given week.
There will be TFRs issued for that anyway, so hopefully you've checked for those before sending your bird up to have a look around for that epic vista shot that our NPS has in abundance. Just this past week, we had an unauthorized drone in the California wildfire TFR and it struck one of the waterbombers, but that impact, while not causing a crash (this time) did take a critical asset out of the fight against those fires, at least until they can repair and inspect the damage that grounded the aircraft. If it had been a SAR mission and the aircraft were a police helicopter or a CAP aircraft, it could have been deadly. So there is that concern as well. Again, always check for TFRs when you want to launch.
Going back to my original statement, there are a lot of very good reasons that one may not be able to even fly over our state and national parks, or may be restricted from flying over parts of them, so always fly safe, follow the rules and be aware that as drone pilots we DO NOT have the right of way over anything else in the air.
Sorry that was so long, but it is a more complex issue than most people are aware of and needed a more complex explanation. Hopefully that better clarifies it and equally important, that it hopefully it makes it clear for folks that had no idea at all.
Excellent video and i also like too say Thank you for educating the viewers that are taking the time too seek professional and correct information.
Great video Russ. Hopefully this will get many views 🤪
I’m glad i live in Montana and only fly in wide open spaces and don’t have to worry about it
What you fly a drone into someone's open door or window?
Are you able to fly a spark without a drone license in South Africa
Yes
As a courtesy to my neighbors, I live on a culdesac, I informed them I just purchased a drone and would it bother them if I flew it in the neighborhood. All of them said they wouldn’t mind at all.
That’s the way! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks for explaining this so clearly. Great video.
County here limits height to 500m and time (30 minutes past sunset so no night flying).
Is there a difference between a drone and a quadcopter ?
Can a home or condo owners' association restrict the use of drones over property within the HOA/COA?
I get how how useful and fun drones are, but every one does not practice good ethics what recourse is there to prevent snooping, etc?
Excellent reporting 👍 Happy holidays!
So the state parks in my state and the national parks do not allow me to launch a drone there. But what you are saying is I could launch the drone outside the park and have it follow me into the park get the picture I want then have it follow me back out.
Technically, yes. But the Park Ranger would certainly find a way to engage you.
You should not operate a drone while on park grounds. Guarantee they will assume you also took off while on park grounds and charge you for it. At the very least they can detain you until your drone battery depletes, and you are forced to land on park grounds or violate VLOS to land off park grounds. Either way you will be in doodoo.
Parks & sanctuaries are generally restricted airspace to all aircraft, drones aren’t singled out.
@joetheairbusguy1813 nope, the vast majority of NPS land and sanctuaries is class G unrestricted airspace. The airspace is not restricted at all. It's the land operations that are restricted. Hence you are restricted from taking off, landing, and sometimes even operating unmanned aircraft within the park boundaries. However, it is often a violation to use an aircraft to harass or disturb wildlife/animals. So you would not want to fly low over any animals.
@ AIM 7-5-5 prohibits flight in certain areas and requests no flight below 2000’ in others. Either way drones aren’t wanted and in some cases out right prohibited.
Good video. Keep the rules or laws Federal. It would be a mess if State or Local got involved.
Like firearm laws should be.
Got my part 107!
Damn, Russ! Calling Clyde out in public! 😂
😂😂😂
Local municipalities need to find out from the FAA what’s legal and illegal. The rules have already been set but as long as it doesn’t affect someone’s livelihood.
This means fairness between land owner’s and drone operator’s.
It’s more abt hovering right over a backyard, people have and should expect a decent amt of privacy in these regards. The people that get freaked out over there house being seen by a drone is silly, but having one do hide and seek behind trees etc over your yard abt 60 ft up when your sun bathing, or just relaxing in your yard, that’s just not tolerable or respectful of others.
@ well some people may experience a police drone hovering above their property.
Certainly even drone pilots who are doing real estate work may not move quickly and at some angles could appear to be hovering. The main thing to look for is the angle of the camera which could be hard to see at a distance.
@@y_i_fly6256 THIS is a great point - when doing a RE video we are often at house level doing some cinematic swoops and often hover for a few minutes while setting up the next shot. Not all the work is done up high
I am 'credentialed' to fly in Canada and the US, I live right on the border. Bear with me: when I fly, I don't fly across the border. I land, cross, then launch again...cause it's the law. With that said, I fly anywhere it's legal and I have several platforms including a mini 3 pro. In Canada I can fly that marvel virtually anywhere. Like, for example, above the Chinese embassy in Ottawa. So, if an embassy has to tolerate me, why shouldn't a landowner anywhere.
LOL!
I’ve been flying drones here in Florida as a hobby for the past three years, I make it a point to stick to the guidelines plus common sense, but unfortunately, since this drone incident in New Jersey, I’m a little apprehensive to fly my drone and with the government really not given any details, people are so uneasy about it. It just sucks right now.
@donarmstrong3025 the government is just using misdirection. Nothing is going on with drones!
Question: Does Following the FAA Rules include the Pilot Qualifications such as possessing a Trust Certificate, Line of Sight etc? Thank you Russ!
If you buy a used drone how to you get it transfered to yourself (as far as registration)?
I’d really appreciate if you could clarify something for me. I understand that I can fly over houses, but as far as I know, here in the States, I can’t fly over people without their permission. So if I’m flying over some houses, and there happens to be some people outside in their gardens and I flew over them as I flew over the houses, is that ok? Thanks for any help you can give me on this. Also, thanks for your videos - they’re always great to see and are always very helpful.
Can't fly over people? Wtf are talking about? Yes you can. You don't need permission to fly over people in public. Lol
There are laws and regulations that restrict drones from flying over people
@@RiotCl0s818 The FAA has specific rules in place for flying directly over people who aren't part of your drone 'crew', including the use of propeller guards on an approved drone.
From Grok: Yes, the FAA has specific rules regarding flying drones over people who are not directly participating in the drone's operation, which includes considerations for propeller guards. Here's an overview based on the information available:
General Rules for Flying Over People: Cat 1 & 2
Under Part 107 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, drones can be flown over people only under certain conditions. The FAA categorizes drones into four categories for operations over people, each with specific requirements:
Category 1: Drones must weigh 0.55 pounds or less and have no exposed rotating parts that could cause lacerations. While propeller guards are not explicitly mandated, the design must ensure safety. Category 1 drones can fly over people without additional permission, provided they comply with Remote ID requirements. However, they cannot fly over open-air assemblies unless Remote ID compliant.
Category 2: Drones must have an FAA-accepted Means of Compliance (MOC) and a Declaration of Compliance (DOC). They must also have propeller guards or other means to prevent lacerations and must meet Remote ID requirements.
@@stivy58Thank you so much for your reply and for clarifying things for me. Much appreciated.
I have had the cops called on me by someone down the block, the officer came over and talked to me about my drone. His response to me was, if your drone gets shot down please call me because I will know who it is and they will be in federal court looking at prison time, they actually called him and told him that they were going to shoot the drone down. He told me that I was doing nothing wrong and to carry on. He also said that he informed the person that called the cops that they were not allowed to shoot any aircraft down 😅
Are there no rules about distance from structures say 500 feet like an actual airplane?
We just can’t fly over 400ft in our air space correct?
I live in portugal and I am wondering does the FAA apply in Europe?
Little real estate stuff here. You cannot, without permission from the owner, cut branches from his tree. the tree does not become your property simply because it crossed the property line. The best way I heard this explained by a judge was "The tree still belongs to the owner of the property that the tree is attached to. If the neighbor's kid is playing on the fence, you can't keep the part of the child that's over the property line."
lol im 67 in Canada and love flying, its crazy people shooting up in air! without thinking where that round will end up!
I've been a drone pilot for 3 yearsand I've been flying over houses for the same length. I'm just flying over them to get to my next not spot I'm taking photos and people need to realize that. My only tip is that if you are taking photos make sure it's not taken from over someonelse's house just to make it not look like you are spying
You mention "transitory" use of airspace during the video, so could stationary use above someone's yard be used towards other legal action mentioned in the clip? Just wondering.
SKOL!!! Thanks for another great video, Russ.
You should do one for Canada too (might help US travellers to Canada know the drone rules here too).
Or when you leave the US, you just fly wherever lol
If they are legal aircraft, why not not require some type of transponder for night flights and visible markings for day flights.
I think the FAA is a fine place to keep the legislation. Things like you described regarding local ordinance violation excepted, no local or state organization should be allowed to supersede federal law. We don't need to return to the wild-west as some people would like to see happen. Some things need federal oversight.
Thumbs up 👍 Russ! Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁
Great video, Russ. Here is something I have often wondered. If you are exploring the area over AND through what appears to be an abandoned structure, can that be considered trespassing? Does a trespassing charge require the actor to physically be in the structure, or can just observing what can't be viewed from the outside be trespassing. I see many videos on TH-cam where abandoned buildings are explored with a drone and wonder if the owner can try pressing charges.
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Yes!!! I fly over my house and neighborhood all the time 😊
Can a town charge "license" fee to fly above town?
Like Seattle, Wa stupid media license requirement, basically pay to play, to fly within the city boundaries.
Only if you are taking off and\or landing within the town limits. They can only control what you do on the ground. Once the aircraft is in the air they have zero authority to stop you from flying over the town. This is similar to national parks. You are not allowed to take of or land within national parks without approval, but they cannot stop you from flying over the parks as long as you take off and land outside of the parks.
You said it... Applies only to the U.S. of A. and most there have their own idea of legal.
OKLAHOMA (my home state) has a so-called "no aerial trespass law".
[Title 21. Crimes and Punishments §21-1743. Unlawful use of drones.]
"No person using a drone shall: 1. Trespass onto private property or into airspace within four hundred (400) feet above ground level with the intent to subject anyone to eavesdropping or other surveillance".
Like Russ says, it will boil down to "WITH THE INTENT..."
Boomer sooner, baby
What Law! If you read the Oklahoma Statues Title 21 Crimes and Punishment - there is NO title 21-1743. In fact if you do a search though the entire Oklahoma Senate title 21 published document (all 677 pages) there is No mention of "drone" period. Where did this come from ?
I see the added 2023 for eavesdropping or other surveillance;
@@bobeasterly3645 I’m looking at the 2023 version. If you are looking in 2022 or earlier you won’t find it.
Only the FAA can regulate the airspace. Challenge that "law" in court.
I can say that I make sure I never fly my drone near someones home. I do not want some Karen to call the cops claiming that their child was changing clothes or about to take a bath with the curtains open. If you have a drone with a camera, you should just not go near someones home. Just save the possible headache even if small.
As a real estate photographer, it's virtually impossible to photograph someone's house and property without flying over someone else's. I've had to reassure some folks that I'm flying over that I'm not photographing their property.
Can you imagine those who are distrustful now when delivery drones start operating just under 400'.
If they can bring me New York donuts I’m all in, but I have a flying dog so they can’t go over my backyard is only problem hehe.
Airspace rules need to addressed by congress & the FAA exclusively. It would be virtually impossible to be able to follow the rules if all sorts of state, county, city, etc could set their own rules.
Good point
Like mj and guns lol
Thanks for the info.
Here are a couple of Florida "laws" that should be examined; Town of Defuniak Springs-Municipal Law // 2016 This is a particularly egregious assault on the real laws governing drone use.
The University of Tampa-UAV & Drone Policy // 2015 "This campus policy restricts any drone operations within or over University-owned property..."
That rule is strange a FAR 103 legal utralight is called a air vehicle since it has NO N number on and drones do Not have N numbers on them so they are a air vehicle by FAA rules
You can't read
Thank you, sir, very informative video... Merry Christmas. We'll done, sir!
We keep asking the same question over and over again. There is a difference between legal and how people will react irrationally. No one seems to be freaked out about Chopers in LA. Google already has views of your house.
According to Civil Aviation Safety Authority in Australia
Drones must not be flown higher than 120 metres above the ground
Drones must be kept at least 30 metres away from other people
The drone operator has to be able to see the drone with their own eyes at all time
Drones that weigh more than 250 grams must be kept at least 5.5 kilometres away from a controlled airport
No licence required if it's just used for fun. You must get a remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) operator accreditation to fly a drone for all other reasons.
thank you so much for sharing that important information
This is very important for you guys to understand. Laws can be changed. Drones can be outlawed. I am not afraid of drones but I am very leery about our skies being filled with drones, especially commercial ones. So. Yeah. Laws can change and ultimately people’s opinions matter.
Take the part 107 exam and say that again
@ why would that matter? …and no.
@@Romenet310 you might Gain an understanding of the rules we ARE bound by, which you clearly aren't interested in knowing..... Just keep on going by your feeling, I guess
@@richardosborne6464 my point is people don’t like it and the laws can be changed. If you believe in the power of the people, drone laws can be changed. For now, you have the law on your side, but this is not some constitutional right. Laws can be changed. I mean your freedom to fly has already been limited. I expect more limits are coming. I just hope they limit commercial flying as well.
@@Romenet310 If I make my living with a drone, I believe it does fall under the right to commerce, but I do understand what you're saying. A point I'd like to make though, is that although I believe in the power of the people as a concept, in practice it doesn't exist anymore in this country. We have expressed our distrust of certain alphabet agencies as a whole, our disapproval of the misuse of tax dollars to fund pet projects, and bolster foreign interests, and clearly we have not been listed to.... This won't be any different unless it serves the Federal government in a way that limits everyone's privacy.... One example of the remote ID law. Why should any civilian get to see the operators coordinates while he is conducting a flight, If the drone is broadcasting it's own. This puts pilots in the cross hairs of any nut job who decides to take the law into their own hands. I think we have some common ground on this issue, but the rules I already have to follow, keep you literally unaffected.
I have a 'cute' story ... my son has had many drones and is a licensed private pilot operator as a hobby. He was flying one of his drones over a piece of open land - probably owned by the city ... doesn't matter. His camera caught a couple walking along a path and they looked up at his drone and waved. I could see all of this as he made a recording of what the drone was observing. The gal - in her 30s? - suddenly lifted up her sweater she was wearing to just below her neck, revealing a lovely view and no bra! They were both laughing and so was my son ... and so was I when viewing the film. It was just a spontaneous move on the gal's part and it was rather endearing, I think I'd say.
Very good video. The only mistake I think is when you said basically there are no local laws regulating the flight of drones.
There have been and continue to be some local and state laws that regulate UAS flight. They conflict with the FAA and therefore they are preempted and shouldn't be enforced.
Unfortunately as you pointed out the local tyrants may very well enforce them anyway or find some other way to make a remote pilot sorry for being born 😢
Most of them talk about landing and takeoff, because they know they would lose in court if they tried regulating the airspace.
@miller-joel
Several talk about flights. I know the difference between land use ordinances and airspace regulations that conflict with the faa. Many of the local governments that make these ordinances are ignorant of aviation and also don't care about preemption. Their local court may very we rule for the government. They don't lose unless the defendant appeals and maybe appeals again to a higher court.
There are cases happening right now that involve local jurisdictions enforcing airspace regulations that conflict with the FAA.
To answer your question about who should make the rules that should be under the FAA, which is federal.
Ya, I've been planning to use this drama to show off that we can fly & should be left alone. You'd be amazed at the drama my county has allowed us to be bothered with. I live in a non-attainment county with a County Judge who didn't have a fire Marshall who knows what non-attainment is. They think crops have the same protections to be burnt as leaves in neighborhoods, it's so ugly.
Love your videos. I have a DJI Mini 3 Pro. Any advice on a drone setup that allows me to fly the drone using the controller while allowing someone to wear goggles so that I can in essence take them for a "fly" ?
Question: The beach community for my summer vacation has a no drone "law." But on dji, there are no warning zones and I'm able to takeoff. You're saying they can't really stop me from flying recreational over the water/beach?
As long as you takeoff from outside that area they legally can’t do anything to stop you from flying there
Yep if you launch drone from outside the area then go over there BUT but why not be respectful of the beach community privacy, perhaps persons in bathing suits, families enjoying gatherings. Not everyone wishes to be filmed, especially the young ladies I’m assuming. So I think if you fly into the area to get over the water if that’s your objective but Drone operators need to be respectful of privacy. The FAA isn’t giving a license to do what ever one might want to do, otherwise there will be new regs to change this and make it harder to fly etc. blessings and good questions. Remember JUST BECAUSE YOU CAN DOESNT ME WE DO.
Thanks, Russ! Merry Christmas! 🌲
What about the authorities in long island that approved shooting down drones
I agree most people that are watching your videos all ready good pilots. This is a video that should be aired on all major news channels so all those Karens can stop spazing out every time a plane flies bye. Thanks Russ love your videos.
Best thing to do would be share! 😁