Drone Rules in Lynn, MA (2026)
2 verified drone rules for Lynn, Massachusetts, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Recreational Drones
Recreational drone flights in Lynn follow federal FAA rules under 49 U.S.C. 44809: register drones over 250 grams, pass the TRUST test, stay below 400 feet, and keep visual line of sight. Massachusetts has no state drone statute.
Lynn Recreational Drone Rules
Some Restrictions49 U.S.C. 44809(a)
Except as provided in subsection (e), and notwithstanding chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code, a person may operate a small unmanned aircraft without specific certification or operating authority from the Federal Aviation Administration if the operation adheres to all of the following limitations:
Commercial Drones
Commercial drone operators in Lynn must hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate under 14 CFR Part 107, register the aircraft, fly below 400 feet, and keep visual line of sight. Massachusetts and Lynn issue no separate drone license.
Lynn Commercial Drone Rules
Some Restrictions14 CFR 107.12
Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, no person may manipulate the flight controls of a small unmanned aircraft system unless: (1) That person has a remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating issued pursuant to subpart C of this part and satisfies the requirements of § 107.65; or (2) That person is under the direct supervision of a remote pilot in command and the remote pil...
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