Commercial drone operators in Collin County must hold FAA Part 107 certification. TxDOT and local law enforcement may require coordination for filming on roads. Texas Government Code Chapter 423 lists 21 lawful commercial uses.
Commercial unmanned aircraft operations in Collin County airspace require FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (14 CFR Part 107), Class B/D airspace authorization via LAANC near McKinney National Airport (TKI), Aero Country Airport (T31), and proximity to DFW Class B shelf. Texas Government Code Ch. 423 ('Use of Unmanned Aircraft') enumerates 21 lawful commercial uses and prohibits surveillance imaging of private property without consent (§423.003) — violation is a Class C misdemeanor ($500), Class B ($2,000 + 180 days) for disclosure. TX HB 2167 (2019) codified 'no-fly' zones over correctional facilities, sports venues, and critical infrastructure (prisons, pipelines, refineries, power plants). TX HB 41 (2023) preempts city ordinances regulating UAS operations, though cities retain park-use rules (Frisco, Plano, Allen all restrict takeoff/landing from city parks). Commercial filming on state highways requires TxDOT coordination; on county roads, Collin County Sheriff (non-emergency (972) 547-5100). County airports: TKI McKinney (KTKI).
TX Gov Code §423.003 illegal surveillance: Class C misdemeanor ($500); §423.004 disclosure: Class B ($2,000 + 180 days jail). FAA Part 107 violations: admin fines up to $27,500 per violation.
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