Hobby drone flights in Hayward must comply with FAA rules and avoid flying over people, emergencies, or in restricted airspace around Hayward Executive Airport.
Recreational drone operators in Hayward must follow FAA 49 USC 44809 for recreational flyers, fly only within visual line of sight, stay at or below 400 feet above ground level, and avoid flying over people, moving vehicles, or emergency response scenes. Drones over 0.55 pounds must be registered with the FAA. Pilots must pass The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) and carry proof. Hayward Executive Airport (KHWD) makes much of the city Class D airspace or within the 5-mile notification ring for surrounding airports; flights in controlled airspace require LAANC authorization obtained through an approved app. HARD rules restrict drone takeoff and landing from most City and district parks without a permit, and flights over schools during school hours or over City events are prohibited. Law enforcement and fire responders may order grounding during active incidents, and interfering with firefighting is a state crime under Government Code 853.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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