Maybe I have missed it, but is there an actual law that has been written lately that prohibits Unmanned aircraft to fly above 400ft AGL???
Some statements by the FAA say do not fly above 400 ft, like in the registration form, however that doesn't make it a law or regulation.
This is all I have seen on the FAA website:
The FAA has partnered with several industry associations to promote Know Before You Fly, a campaign to educate the public about using unmanned aircraft safely and responsibly. Individuals flying for hobby or recreation are strongly encouraged to follow safety guidelines, which include:
Some statements by the FAA say do not fly above 400 ft, like in the registration form, however that doesn't make it a law or regulation.
This is all I have seen on the FAA website:
The FAA has partnered with several industry associations to promote Know Before You Fly, a campaign to educate the public about using unmanned aircraft safely and responsibly. Individuals flying for hobby or recreation are strongly encouraged to follow safety guidelines, which include:
- Fly below 400 feet and remain clear of surrounding obstacles
- Keep the aircraft within visual line of sight at all times
- Remain well clear of and do not interfere with manned aircraft operations
- Don't fly within 5 miles of an airport unless you contact the airport and control tower before flying
- Don't fly near people or stadiums
- Don't fly an aircraft that weighs more than 55 lbs
- Don't be careless or reckless with your unmanned aircraft – you could be fined for endangering people or other aircraft