A Guide to Drone Law

Author: Robert L. Ellis (Author)

A Guide to Drone Law explains current FAA drone regulations under Part 107 and previews the proposed Part 108 framework for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This forward-looking treatise helps operators and legal professionals stay compliant and ready for the future of drone flight.

Publisher: Matthew Bender

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A Guide to Drone Law delivers clear, practical insight into the legal and regulatory environment surrounding unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Whether you're a licensed drone pilot, commercial operator, tech business, or practicing attorney, this treatise provides the tools needed to navigate today’s FAA rules and prepare for tomorrow’s drone law landscape.

Chapters walk through the evolution of drone technology and regulation, then break down legal requirements for both recreational flyers and commercial pilots operating under Part 107. The book also explores Part 108, the proposed framework that will enable BVLOS flights, long-range deliveries, and autonomous drone missions.

Other topics include:
• State and local laws affecting UAS operations
• Constitutional law issues, including privacy and property rights
• Enforcement actions, civil liability, and criminal offenses
• Drone-related litigation trends and risk management

Detailed appendices offer a glossary, acronyms, and a state-by-state statutory reference to simplify research and compliance efforts.

Written in plain English with full legal citations, this resource is suitable for both legal professionals and nonlawyers who need a reliable and readable guide to drone regulations. Updated annually to reflect the fast-changing UAS environment.

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