2 rules for unincorporated Ocean County, New Jersey.
Verified from official government sources
Recreational drone use in Ocean County follows FAA rules (49 USC §44809) plus NJ statutes and local park rules. NJ Forest Fire Service prohibits drones over active wildfires. Ocean County Parks and Recreation generally prohibits drone takeoff and landing in county parks without permit. Beaches on LBI and shore towns restrict drones during lifeguard-staffed hours (Memorial Day to Labor Day). Coastal airports (Ocean County Airport at Robert J. Miller, KMJX) create restricted airspace.
Exception for Limited Recreational Operations of Unmanned Aircraft (49 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 Ocean County require FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification. LAANC authorization needed near Ocean County Airport (KMJX) and for overlap with Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst restricted airspace. Real estate and beach photography are major commercial uses. Oceanfront and Barnegat Bay surveys require CAFRA-area awareness. NJDEP may require permits for aerial surveys affecting wildlife.
14 CFR Part 107 — Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Certificated Remote Pilots including Commercial Operators 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 y...
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