(1) An operator of an unmanned aircraft or a direct supervisor of an operator of an unmanned aircraft, if that direct supervisor holds a remote pilot certificate under 14
C.F.R. Part 107, shall not operate or allow an unmanned aircraft to operate:
(a) In a manner that allows an incursion of an unmanned aircraft into areas prohibited for the operation, taking off, and landing of an unmanned aircraft as designated by a commercial airport’s unmanned aircraft facility map, except with the approval of the commercial airport operator; or
(b) In a reckless manner so as to create a risk of serious physical injury to another or a risk of damage to property.
(2) The provisions of this section shall not apply to an operator of an unmanned aircraft for a commercial purpose in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations, authorizations, or exemptions.
Effective: June 29, 2017
History: Created 2017 Ky. Acts ch. 153, sec. 2, effective June 29, 2017.