Prohibition on Category 3 Operations Over Open-Air Assemblies

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 107.125Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

You are not allowed to fly a Category 3 drone over open-air assemblies of people (such as outdoor concerts, sporting events, or rallies).

Requirement as structured

The remote pilot in command must not operate the small unmanned aircraft over open-air assemblies of human beings during Category 3 operations.

Original regulatory text

(b) Must not operate the small unmanned aircraft over open-air assemblies of human beings;

Applies when

country
United States
operation
Category 3 operations
operation regime
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aircraft category
small unmanned aircraft (under 55 lb)
regulatory category
General