2 rules for unincorporated Bronx County, New York.
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Drone takeoff and landing are banned citywide (including all of the Bronx) under NYC Admin Code §10-126(c), which prohibits aircraft takeoff/landing except at designated airports. LaGuardia (LGA) and JFK Class B airspace covers most of the Bronx, requiring FAA LAANC authorization. Bronx parks also ban drones under NYC Parks rules.
Commercial drone operations in the Bronx require FAA Part 107 certification, LAANC authorization for Class B airspace (LGA/JFK/EWR), and compliance with NYC Admin Code §10-126 takeoff/landing ban. NYPD has a commercial drone waiver program for accredited media, but not for general commercial use.
14 CFR Part 107 — Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (FAA Commercial Operator Rules), §§ 107.25, 107.29, 107.31, 107.39, 107.41, 107.51
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 you have a small drone that is less than 55 pounds, you can...
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