FAA Regulation

Person manipulating the controls. Visual observer. Remote Pilot in Command (Remote PIC).

With the controlling agency’s authorization.   Regulations do not allow this. When flying on airways with an ATC clearance.

No more than three as long as the Remote PIC maintains visual line of sight. As many as he/she can handle. No more than one. 

The aircraft’s Document of Compliance The manufacturer’s Means of Compliance. The Certificate of Aircraft Registration. 

Remote Pilot in Command.  Contractor Site supervisor.

is operated by a Part 61 certified pilot. documents maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, and inspections.  is only operated over small groups of people.

The Administrator, authorized representatives from the NTSB or TSA, or any Federal, State, or Local Law enforcement officers.  The General Public and any Government Employees. Any Government employee.

Land the aircraft as soon as practicable.  Activate the aircraft’s navigation lights. Notify the nearest FAA Air Traffic facility.

55 lbs. or less. 55 kg or less. Less than 55 lbs. 

Not to exceed 30 days. Within 10 days. Any time.