FAA regulations govern recreational drone use. Texas Government Code Chapter 423 preempts local drone ordinances. Counties cannot create separate drone rules. FAA TRUST test required. Standard FAA rules apply.
Recreational drone use in unincorporated Dallas County is governed by federal FAA regulations and Texas Government Code Chapter 423. Texas law preempts local governments from creating their own drone ordinances. Recreational operators must pass the FAA Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) and follow FAA rules: fly below 400 feet, maintain visual line of sight, avoid airports and restricted airspace, yield to manned aircraft, and do not fly over people. Political subdivisions may regulate takeoffs and landings on property they own. Dallas County has no county-specific drone ordinances.
FAA enforcement for airspace violations. TX Gov Code Section 423.003 prohibits drone surveillance (Class C misdemeanor).
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