2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Jefferson County, Kentucky.
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Recreational drones in Jefferson County follow FAA 49 USC §44809 rules — registration if over 0.55 lbs, 400-ft ceiling, TRUST test. Louisville SDF (Muhammad Ali International) Class C airspace covers much of the metro; LAANC required. Metro Parks prohibit drone launches without permit.
USC 44809
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-recognized Community-Based Organization (CBO). N...
Commercial drone operators in Louisville must hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. Most of the metro sits in SDF Class C or Bowman Class D airspace requiring LAANC. Filming permits may be required from Louisville Film Office for commercial shoots.
14 CFR Part 107
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 Jefferson County have their own drone rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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