FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (UAG)RegulationsMedium
A logistics company wants its sUAS to carry small vials of a flammable chemical between two facility buildings during a Part 107 operation. Which statement correctly describes this operation?
- AIt is allowed as long as the total weight of hazardous material is under 0.55 pounds
- BIt is allowed with a standard Part 107 waiver application
- CIt is allowed only during daylight hours with a visual observer present
- DIt is prohibited; Part 107 bans the carriage of hazardous materials as defined in 49 CFR
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. It is prohibited; Part 107 bans the carriage of hazardous materials as defined in 49 CFR
14 CFR 107.36 prohibits the carriage of hazardous material, as defined in 49 CFR 171.8, aboard a small UAS operating under Part 107. There is no weight exception, and this restriction is generally not available for waiver.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. There is no small-quantity exception based on weight.
- B. Carriage of hazardous material is not a waivable provision under Part 107.
- C. Daylight and observer presence do not overcome the prohibition.
Carriage of Hazardous Material (107.36)
Prohibits sUAS operations under Part 107 from carrying hazardous material as defined in 49 CFR 171.8, with no small-quantity exception.
- Hazardous material defined per DOT hazmat regulations (49 CFR)
- No waiver is available for this restriction
- Applies regardless of aircraft weight or flight duration
Memory trick: 'Hazmat and drones don't mix, period.'