Regulation · 14 CFRCurrent as of October 14, 2026 (eCFR)
14 CFR 107.39 Operation over human beings
Subpart B—Operating Rules
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No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft over a human being unless—
(a) That human being is directly participating in the operation of the small unmanned aircraft;
(b) That human being is located under a covered structure or inside a stationary vehicle that can provide reasonable protection from a falling small unmanned aircraft; or
(c) The operation meets the requirements of at least one of the operational categories specified in subpart D of this part.
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