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US-FAA14 CFR 107.23

Hazardous operation

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In plain English

You may not operate a small drone in a careless or reckless manner that endangers anyone's life or property, and you may not drop an object from it in a way that creates a hazard.

Key points

  • No careless or reckless operation.
  • No hazardous dropping or delivery of objects.

Common pitfalls

  • Aggressive proximity flying near people or vehicles.
  • Casual payload drops without considering the people below.

*This is a plain-English summary for study only. The official 14 CFR text on this page is controlling — always read the current regulation.*

This is an original plain-English explanation for training and reference, not legal advice and not for navigation. Always rely on the current official rule linked above. Last reviewed June 7, 2026.