Miami enforces strict drone limits via federal FAA rules and Florida Statute 330.41. Pilots must register drones over 0.55 lbs ($5/3 years), pass TRUST, fly under 400 feet AGL within line of sight. Miami Parks & Recreation bans drones in city parks including Bayfront. Florida law prohibits drones over critical infrastructure, large gatherings, and within 500 ft horizontal of stadiums.
Miami's recreational drone framework combines federal FAA rules, Florida Statute 330.41 (Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act), and city park ordinances. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 preempts airspace regulation, but cities may control takeoff and landing on local property. Miami Parks & Recreation prohibits drone use in city parks including Bayfront Park, Maurice A. Ferré Park, and Virginia Key without a permit. Florida Statute 330.41 prohibits operation over critical infrastructure (power plants, ports), correctional facilities, and within 500 feet horizontal or 400 feet vertical of stadiums and large outdoor venues. Recreational pilots must register drones over 0.55 pounds with the FAA, pay the $5 three-year fee, pass TRUST, maintain visual line of sight, stay below 400 feet AGL, and avoid MIA Class B airspace without LAANC authorization.
Florida Statute 330.41 violations are second-degree misdemeanors (up to $500 fine and 60 days jail), increasing to first-degree misdemeanors for repeat offenders. Miami park violations carry fines up to $500. FAA penalties go up to $27,500 civil and federal criminal exposure.
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