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14 CFR Part 48: Registration and Marking Requirements

Summary

Requires all drones over 0.55 lbs to be registered with the FAA and marked with a registration number.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to register multiple drones under a single number for recreational flyers.
  • 02.
    Right to fly a drone under 250g (recreationally) without registration.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Civil penalties up to $27,500.
  • 02.
    Criminal fines up to $250,000 and/or imprisonment for up to three years.

Verified Citations

FAA DroneZone

Source
"All drones must be registered, except those that weigh 0.55 pounds or less (less than 250 grams) and are flown exclusively under the Exception for Limited Recreational Operations."