Precedence of Part 107 Definitions

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 107.3Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

When operating under Part 107, the definitions listed in this section override any conflicting definitions found in the general FAA regulations (Part 1).

Requirement as structured

If there is a conflict between the definitions of Part 107 and those in § 1.1 of this chapter, the definitions in Part 107 control.

Original regulatory text

If there is a conflict between the definitions of this part and definitions specified in § 1.1 of this chapter, the definitions in this part control for purposes of this part:

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