Low-Speed Mode for Non-Fixed-Wing UA

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Part 3Article 42Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

When flying close to people (e.g., in subcategory A2), you must be able to select a low-speed mode that limits your speed to 3 m/s or less.

Requirement as structured

Unless it is a fixed-wing UA, a class C2 UAS must have a selectable low-speed mode limiting the maximum cruising speed to no more than 3 m/s.

Original regulatory text

unless it is a fixed-wing UA, be equipped with a low-speed mode selectable by the remote pilot and limiting the maximum cruising speed to no more than 3 m/s.

Applies when

class marking
C2
regulatory category
Open