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A real estate agent flies a drone to photograph a listing. Which rules apply?

Part 107, because the flight is for business.

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  1. Part 107, with a Remote Pilot Certificate ✔
  2. Recreational rules, with a TRUST certificate
  3. No rules, if the drone is under 55 pounds

Why: Flying for work or business is not recreational. The FAA says anyone flying for commercial, government or other non-recreational purposes must follow Part 107 as a certificated remote pilot.

Huh, didn't know that: Part 107 covers small unmanned aircraft weighing less than 55 pounds on takeoff.

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References

Answer: Part 107, with a Remote Pilot Certificate. Flying for work or business is not recreational. The FAA says anyone flying for commercial, government or other non-recreational purposes must follow Part 107 as a certificated remote pilot.

  1. FAA, Recreational Flyers and Community-Based Organizations www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_flyers
    taking photos to help sell a property or service
    Checked 2026-10-09.
  2. 14 CFR 107.12, Requirement for a remote pilot certificate www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/section-107.12
    That person is under the direct supervision of a remote pilot in command and the remote pilot in command has the ability to immediately take direct control
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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