Commercial drone pilots in Multnomah County must hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. PDX (Class C) and Troutdale (Class D) airspace require LAANC authorization. Portland requires a Film Permit through Prosper Portland for commercial aerial filming (PCC 5.76). Oregon ORS 837.300-837.390 adds state restrictions on weaponization and surveillance use.
Commercial drone operations in Multnomah County require certification under 14 CFR Part 107. Operators must pass the FAA Aeronautical Knowledge Test, maintain the certificate by completing free online recurrent training every 24 months, and register each aircraft ($5 per aircraft for commercial). Part 107 operations in PDX Class C or Troutdale Class D airspace require LAANC pre-authorization; operations above 400 feet, over people, or at night require specific waivers/authorizations under Part 107.29/.39/.41. Portland's Prosper Portland Film Office requires a Film Permit (PCC 5.76) for commercial drone filming on city property or rights-of-way, with standard fees starting around $100 and insurance of $1 million or more. Multnomah County Film Office coordinates for county-owned sites like Vista House at Crown Point and Oxbow Park. Oregon ORS 837.310 prohibits weaponized UAS. ORS 837.380 restricts law enforcement drone use, and ORS 30.866 creates a civil cause of action for surveillance overflight of private property below 400 feet. Real estate photography, inspection services, and delivery all require Part 107. Operating commercially without Part 107 is a federal violation subject to FAA enforcement.
Operating commercially without Part 107: FAA civil penalties up to $32,666 per violation. Unauthorized airspace incursion at PDX: federal criminal referral. Portland unpermitted commercial filming: $500 to $5,000 per day. ORS 837.310 weaponization: Class A felony. ORS 30.866 overflight: civil damages + attorney fees.
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