Maintenance of Effective Communication

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 107.33Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

If you use a visual observer, you, the person flying (if different), and the visual observer must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with each other at all times during the flight.

Requirement as structured

The remote pilot in command, the person manipulating the flight controls of the small unmanned aircraft system, and the visual observer must maintain effective communication with each other at all times.

Original regulatory text

(a) The remote pilot in command, the person manipulating the flight controls of the small unmanned aircraft system, and the visual observer must maintain effective communication with each other at all times.

Applies when

country
United States
regulatory category
General
visual observer used
true