Recreational drone operators in Multnomah County must follow FAA rules (49 USC §44809) including registration for UAS over 0.55 lbs, 400-foot altitude limit, and TRUST test. Portland Parks & Recreation prohibits drone launching or landing in city parks without a permit under PCC 20.12. PDX Class C airspace covers most of north and east Multnomah County, requiring LAANC authorization.
Recreational drone use in Multnomah County is governed by the FAA Exception for Recreational Flyers (49 USC §44809) and implementing rules in 14 CFR Part 107 (for non-recreational) and Part 48 (registration). Pilots must register drones over 0.55 lbs ($5 per pilot, good 3 years), complete The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST), fly below 400 feet, maintain visual line of sight, and yield to manned aircraft. Portland International Airport (KPDX) operates Class C airspace covering much of north and northeast Multnomah County; flights within the Class C require LAANC (Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability) authorization. Troutdale Airport (KTTD) adds Class D airspace in east county. Oregon state law ORS 837.300-837.390 prohibits weaponized drones and harassment. Portland Parks & Recreation administrative rule under PCC 20.12 prohibits drone takeoff/landing in city parks without a special use permit, with limited exceptions for sanctioned model aerodromes. Multnomah County Sheriff enforces ORS 166.435 (using drones to harass). Flying within 5 miles of any airport without authorization is a federal violation. State parks operated by OPRD also ban drone launches except in designated areas.
FAA Part 107 / Part 48 violations: $1,000 to $27,500 civil per incident. Portland Parks drone violation: $75 to $500 citation. Class C airspace incursion at PDX: federal criminal referral possible. Harassment use under ORS 166.435: Class A misdemeanor up to $6,250 and/or 364 days jail.
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