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How much available power must a powered drone have before takeoff?

It needs enough power for the intended operational time.

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  1. Enough for the intended operation ✔
  2. Exactly 100 percent charge
  3. At least two spare batteries

Why: Part 107 does not demand a universal battery percentage. The remote PIC must ensure enough power is available for the operation's intended duration.

Huh, didn't know that: This power check applies whenever the small unmanned aircraft is powered.

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Why did the battery arrive early? It wanted time to recharge its plans.
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Answer: Enough for the intended operation. Part 107 does not demand a universal battery percentage. The remote PIC must ensure enough power is available for the operation's intended duration.

  1. 14 CFR Part 107 www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-107
    enough available power for the small unmanned aircraft system to operate for the intended operational time
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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