2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in El Paso County, Colorado.
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El Paso County drone operation is heavily restricted by USAF Academy, Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB, and Fort Carson military airspace plus Colorado Springs Airport (COS) Class D. Recreational flyers must follow FAA 49 USC §44809, pass the TRUST test, and respect LAANC authorizations. Flying over Pikes Peak summit restricted.
Commercial drone operators in El Paso County need FAA Part 107 certification plus LAANC for Colorado Springs Airport Class D airspace. Military-airspace waivers essentially unobtainable for recreational filming near USAFA, Peterson, Schriever, or Fort Carson. Garden of the Gods commercial filming permits required.
14 CFR Part 107 — Certificated Remote Pilots including Commercial Operators, Federal Aviation Administration
If you have a small drone that is less than 55 pounds, you can fly for work or business by following the Part 107 guidelines. To fly under Part 107 rules, there are 3 main steps. Step 1: Learn the Rules Make sure you understand what is and is not allowed under Part 107 rules. 14 CFR Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems If you are not sure if Part 107 rules work for you and your intended ope...
1 cities in El Paso County have their own drone rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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