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Springdale, AR Drone Rules: Recreational Drones (2026)

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Federal Rule: 49 U.S.C. §44809 / Part 107
Registration: >0.55 lb with FAA
Required Test: TRUST (recreational)
Controlled Airspace: KXNA / KASG
Commercial: Part 107 certificate

Summary

Recreational drones in Springdale are regulated mostly by federal law. The FAA requires registration for drones over 0.55 lb, TRUST test passage, and flight under 49 U.S.C. §44809. Commercial work needs an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. Northwest Arkansas National Airport (KXNA) and Springdale Municipal Airport (KASG) sit in or near controlled airspace requiring LAANC authorization.

Full Breakdown

Drone regulation over Springdale is layered. Federally, recreational fliers must follow 49 U.S.C. §44809 — fly under 400 ft AGL in uncontrolled airspace, keep visual line of sight, register drones over 0.55 lb (250 g) with the FAA, mark the registration number, pass the TRUST test, and never interfere with manned aircraft. Northwest Arkansas National Airport (KXNA) just west of Springdale and Springdale Municipal Airport (KASG, Smith Field) on the south side both generate controlled or restricted airspace requiring LAANC authorization or an FAA waiver before flight in their footprint. Commercial work needs an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. Local rules may restrict takeoff and landing on City property, and disorderly-conduct statutes apply to misuse. Arkansas State Parks separately regulate drone launch and landing in state-park areas.

Violations & Fines

Unregistered drones over 0.55 lb, KXNA or KASG flights without LAANC, flights above 400 ft AGL, or commercial work without Part 107 bring FAA civil penalties under 49 U.S.C. §46301. Takeoff or landing on City property without permission may also be cited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register my drone to fly in Springdale?

Yes if it weighs more than 0.55 lb (250 g). The FAA requires registration and a marked registration number; recreational fliers must also pass the TRUST test, and commercial operators need a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.

Can I fly near XNA or Springdale Municipal Airport?

Only with LAANC authorization or an FAA waiver. Northwest Arkansas National Airport (KXNA) and Springdale Municipal Airport (KASG, Smith Field) both generate airspace where unauthorized drone flight is a federal violation under 49 U.S.C. §46301.

Does Springdale have its own drone ordinance?

Federal law sets most of the floor. The City may restrict takeoff and landing on City property and apply nuisance, harassment, and disorderly-conduct rules where a drone causes a safety problem.

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