FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (UAG)OperationsMedium
A remote pilot is planning to use a sUAS for a commercial photography assignment over a remote, unpopulated canyon. The sUAS is equipped with a payload release mechanism. Which statement regarding dropping objects from the sUAS is correct?
- AObjects may be dropped from the sUAS if it does not create undue hazard to persons or property.
- BDropping any object from a sUAS is strictly prohibited under Part 107.
- COnly inert, non-hazardous objects weighing less than 0.55 pounds may be dropped.
- DDropping objects is only permitted if a Certificate of Waiver is obtained from the FAA.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Objects may be dropped from the sUAS if it does not create undue hazard to persons or property.
Part 107.25 states that a remote pilot may not allow an object to be dropped from a sUAS in a manner that creates an undue hazard to persons or property. This means that dropping objects is permitted, provided the operation is conducted safely and without hazard.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This statement is incorrect; dropping objects is permitted under specific conditions.
- C. There is no weight limit specified for dropped objects, only the 'undue hazard' condition.
- D. A waiver is not specifically required for dropping objects, only for operations that would create an undue hazard.
Dropping Objects (107.25)
A remote pilot may not allow an object to be dropped from a small unmanned aircraft in a manner that creates an undue hazard to persons or property.
- Dropping objects is permitted under Part 107.
- The primary restriction is to avoid creating an 'undue hazard'.
- No specific weight limits or object types are prohibited, only the hazard criterion.
Memory trick: Drop if Safe, Not a Hazard