Definition of a Part 107 Waiver

In plain language

A waiver is official permission from the FAA allowing you to deviate from specific Part 107 rules, provided you can demonstrate that the operation can still be conducted safely using alternative methods.

Requirement as structured

A waiver is an official document issued by the FAA which approves certain operations of aircraft outside the limitations of a regulation; drone operators may request an operational waiver to fly specific operations not allowed under part 107.

Original regulatory text

A waiver is an official document issued by the FAA which approves certain operations of aircraft outside the limitations of a regulation. You may request to fly specific drone operations not allowed under part 107 by requesting an operational waiver.

Applies when

country

United States

operation

Part 107 small UAS operation

operation regime

part_107

aircraft category

small unmanned aircraft (under 55 lb)

regulatory category

General