What if my drone is over 55 pounds?

Previously, you could fly a drone weighing more than 55 pounds by getting a Section 333 exemption. However, now, Section 333 has been replaced by Section 347 (§ 44807 – Special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems) of the 2018 Re-authorization Act.

What is a Category 2 drone?

Drones that weigh more than 0.55 pounds may operate as Category 2 or 3. However, these categories require additional testing by the manufacturer and FAA-approval prior to flying over people.

Can I fly DJI Mini 2 over people?

Clearly, Category 1 is out for the DJI Mini 2, as adding a prop guard to comply with the “no exposed rotating parts” section instantly pushes it out of the category. So…to (legally) fly over people (“open air assemblies” or otherwise,) under part 107 using a DJI Mini 2, it has to be Category 2.

Can I fly Mavic Air 2 over people?

Part 107 Made Easy The first thing you need to know is that you can’t just fly any drone over people. These rules only apply to Part 107 operators. If you’re flying recreationally, you still can’t fly over people and vehicles. Drones will now be categorized between Category 1, 2, 3, or 4.

What is Section 333 exemption?

A Section 333 Petition requests that the UAS user be exempt from specific Federal Aviation Regulations, including operational requirements, emergency procedures, airworthiness inspec- tion requirements, area of operations, and the crew proficiency requirements, thereby permitting the user to legally operate its UAS.

What category are DJI drones?

Currently, all DJI drones can be used in the Open Limited Category with certain restrictions until 31st December, 2022 and beyond.

What category is DJI air 2S?

The DJI Air 2S weighs 595g, so it can be flown in the Open Category’s A2 subcategory, under Transitional Provisions. This allows you to fly the aircraft up to 50m horizontally from uninvolved people. However, for this, you need to have an A2 CofC.

Can you fly over cars with a drone?

Operation over Moving Vehicles The small unmanned aircraft must remain within or over a closed- or restricted-access site, and all people inside a moving vehicle within the closed- or restricted-access site must be on notice that a small unmanned aircraft may fly over them; or.

What category is a DJI Mini 2?

The mini 1 and mini 2 are not in any category.