Applicability of Part 102

In plain language

If you want to fly a drone outside of the standard Part 101 rules (such as flying BVLOS, above 400 feet, or over people without consent), or if you want to obtain an unmanned aircraft operator certificate, you must comply with Part 102.

Requirement as structured

Civil Aviation Rule Part 102 applies to a person who operates an unmanned aircraft other than in accordance with Part 101, and to a person who operates an unmanned aircraft in accordance with Part 101 and who wishes to apply for an unmanned aircraft operator certificate.

Original regulatory text

This Part applies to the following: (1) a person who operates an unmanned aircraft other than in accordance with Part 101; (2) a person who operates an unmanned aircraft in accordance with Part 101 and who wishes to apply for an unmanned aircraft operator certificate.