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A recreational flyer must register any drone that weighs more than how much?

0.55 pounds (about 250 grams).

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Why: Part 48 exempts a drone weighing 0.55 pounds or less only when it is flown purely for fun. Heavier recreational drones must be registered.

Huh, didn't know that: Under Part 107, even a drone under 250 grams must be registered, because the exemption applies only to recreational flights.

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Answer: 0.55 pounds (about 250 grams). Part 48 exempts a drone weighing 0.55 pounds or less only when it is flown purely for fun. Heavier recreational drones must be registered.

  1. FAA, Getting Started www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started
    Register drones greater than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) and less than 55 pounds at FAADroneZone
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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