Drone Rules in Lowell, MA (2026)
2 verified drone rules for Lowell, Massachusetts, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Recreational Drones
Recreational drone flights in Lowell must follow FAA rules (14 CFR Part 107 and 49 USC 44809), stay out of Hanscom Field airspace, and avoid Lowell parks without a permit.
Lowell Recreational Drone Rules
Some RestrictionsFAA — Recreational Flyers & Community-Based Organizations, Rules for Recreational Flyers (Exception for Limited Recreational Operations of Unmanned Aircraft, 49 USC 44809)
What are the Rules for Recreational Flyers? The Exception for Limited Recreational Operations of Unmanned Aircraft (USC 44809) is the law that describes how, when, and where you can fly drones for recreational purposes. Following these rules helps keep people, your drone and our airspace safe: Fly only for recreational purposes (personal enjoyment). Follow the safety guidelines of an FAA-recogn...
Commercial Drones
Commercial drone operations in Lowell require an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, airspace authorization near Hanscom Field, and city permits when using public property.
Lowell Commercial Drone Rules
Some RestrictionsFAA — Certificated Remote Pilots including Commercial Operators (14 CFR Part 107, Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems)
Certificated Remote Pilots including Commercial Operators — The Operations Over People rule became effective on April 21, 2021. Drone pilots operating under Part 107 may fly at night, over people and moving vehicles without a waiver as long as they meet the requirements defined in the rule. Airspace authorizations are still required for night operations in controlled airspace under 400 feet. If...
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