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Who has final authority over a Part 107 drone operation?
The remote pilot in command has final authority.
- The visual observer
- The remote pilot in command ✔
- The property owner
Why: The remote PIC is directly responsible for the operation and is its final authority. A client or property owner cannot take over that legal responsibility.
Huh, didn't know that: The remote PIC must also ensure the operation follows all applicable aviation regulations.
Why did the drone listen to the remote PIC? It respected the chain of command.
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References
Answer: The remote pilot in command. The remote PIC is directly responsible for the operation and is its final authority. A client or property owner cannot take over that legal responsibility.
- 14 CFR Part 107 www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-107
directly responsible for and is the final authority as to the operation
Checked 2026-10-09.
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