![]() ![]() The Federal government has exclusive jurisdiction of American airspace. Some principles, however, can be ascertained both from the current Federal regulations and existing state law. The interface between Federal, State and local regulation remains largely undefined, and will undoubtedly become more clearly defined over time. Many states have enacted or are considering statutes and regulations, and municipalities are considering regulations tailored to local conditions. Changes in Federal regulation have made drones more readily available for commercial use. ![]() The website of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a good resource for information on the rules governing the use of airspace generally, and the regulation of drones specifically.ĭrones for both recreational and commercial use have become more widely available and more sophisticated over the past few years. The law in this area is rapidly developing at the Federal, State and local levels, and anyone who has specific legal questions regarding the use of drones should consult counsel. Nothing in this article should be construed as legal advice. Drones are referred to in Federal law as “unmanned aerial systems”, presumably to avoid the military connotations of the term “drone.” As the term “drone” is common parlance, however, it will be used in this article. This article provides an overview of the current state of the law with respect to the municipal regulation of drones outside the law enforcement context. Consult NHMA's legal services or your municipal attorney. The information contained in this article is not intended as legal advice and may no longer be accurate due to changes in the law.
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