Drones Now Allowed Over Private Properties As Faa Opens Skies

You own the airspace above your property, which is also an easement for all aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) considers drones as aircraft, and as long as they comply with FAA regulations, they can fly in your private airspace.

The definition of navigable airspace has changed with the invention of drones. Currently, there is no set minimum altitude limit for drone flight over the ground, and local governments have zero authority to restrict or manage drone flight in its airspace.

State laws related to drones focus on surveillance or voyeurism, requiring proof of intent to spy on someone or critical infrastructure. However, these laws do not restrict drone flight in city limits.

The question remains: should the rules be changed to limit drone flight in private airspace? This decision should be made by federal authorities or local governments, allowing different communities to set their own restrictions and regulations for drone use.