Drone exam · Payloads, dangerous goods, and special operations

A US Part 107 operator proposes carrying a package that is regulated as hazardous material and plans to request a routine Part 107 waiver for it. What is the key regulatory problem?

Answer

Part 107 prohibits carriage of dangerous goods, and FAA guidance states that this prohibition is not subject to waiver under Part 107. A different regulatory path and authorization may be required.

Explanation

The operator must identify the correct regulatory framework before designing the mission around a waiver that cannot grant the requested privilege.