Spokane recreational drone users must follow FAA Part 107 and Recreational Flyer rules, avoid Spokane International Airport Class D airspace, and obey SMC 12.06.0103 prohibiting drone operation in city parks without a permit.
Federal law preempts most drone regulation; Spokane recreational pilots must follow 14 CFR Part 107 and the FAA Recreational Flyer exception, including registering drones over 250 grams, passing the TRUST safety test, maintaining visual line of sight, flying below 400 feet AGL, not flying over people or moving vehicles, and not flying within controlled airspace without LAANC authorization. Spokane International Airport (GEG) operates Class D airspace that covers much of west and southwest Spokane; Felts Field (SFF) Class D covers the northeast. LAANC authorization is typically required to fly in these zones. Beyond federal rules, Spokane prohibits drone takeoff and landing in parks without a written permit under Park Board rules adopted pursuant to SMC 12.06.0103. Flying over persons or special events without authorization is enforced by SPD. Privacy statutes under RCW 9A.44.115 prohibit voyeuristic recording.
Park violations $100-$250. FAA violations may result in federal civil penalties up to $32,666 per violation.
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