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14 CFR § 107.39

Operation over human beings.

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Unofficial reference copy. Text of Title 14 CFR, Chapter I, from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations, current as of October 8, 2026. The eCFR is not the official legal edition; this is for study and reference, not legal advice. Fly107Prep is not affiliated with the FAA. Always verify against the official source before relying on a rule.

§ 107.39 Operation over human beings.

No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft over a human being unless—

(a) That human being is directly participating in the operation of the small unmanned aircraft;

(b) That human being is located under a covered structure or inside a stationary vehicle that can provide reasonable protection from a falling small unmanned aircraft; or

(c) The operation meets the requirements of at least one of the operational categories specified in subpart D of this part.

[Amdt. 107-8, 86 FR 4382, Jan. 15, 2021]

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Part 107 — Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (all sections) · Official source: eCFR § 107.39