2 rules for unincorporated Jackson County, Mississippi.
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Recreational drone operators in Jackson County follow FAA Part 49 USC §44809 rules plus restricted airspace over Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, Keesler AFB ADIZ, and Huntington Ingalls Pascagoula shipyard. Gulf Islands National Seashore (Horn Island, Petit Bois) bans all recreational drones under 36 CFR.
Exception for Limited Recreational Operations of Unmanned Aircraft (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-reco...
Commercial drone operations in Jackson County require FAA Part 107 certification plus special coordination with Trent Lott Airport, Keesler AFB, and Huntington Ingalls shipyard security. Real estate and shipyard inspection work drives demand. Gulf Coast hurricane insurance inspections surge after storms.
14 CFR Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
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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