Drone Safety - Massport
Before you take flight, make sure you are familiar with the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) UAS rules. Massport, in collaboration with the Massachusetts State Police, strongly advises owners and potential operators of drones or UAS to fully understand the rules before flying.
Drone Laws in Massachusetts - Inphoenix Aviation
Dec 27, 2024 · In Massachusetts, you don’t need a state-level permit to fly a drone, but you must follow federal regulations set by the FAA. For recreational flying, you must register your drone with the FAA if it weighs over 0.55 pounds.
Agencies respond to reports of possible drone activity over Mass.
Dec 15, 2024 · Numerous local, state and federal agencies confirmed they are investigating recent reports of possible drone sightings over Massachusetts, part of a widespread wave of such reports across the...
Boston Police arrest two men accused of ‘hazardous drone …
Dec 16, 2024 · According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), drone operators are prohibited from flying drones over people or vehicles and must be aware of airspace restrictions. Police said it is...
Drone Laws in Massachusetts (2025) - UAV Coach
To fly a drone as a government employee in the state of Massachusetts (i.e., for a police or fire department) you may either operate under the FAA’s Part 107 rule or obtain a federal Certificate of Authorization (COA).
Drone Laws in Massachusetts - [Updated September 6, 2024]
Sep 6, 2024 · That’s according to state police Lt. Jeffrey LeBlanc. Permits specify that only FAA-registered UAVs can apply and that drone pilots must adhere to all FAA rules. Other policy (not law) demands, specify times, dates, and designated locations permitted to fly.
Eyes in the Sky: Big Brother is (still) watching
Jun 24, 2024 · The December 2023 FAA data shows that across Massachusetts, the total number of drones registered by government agencies increased by 169 between 2021 and 2023. The Massachusetts State Police acquired 19 additional drones, amounting to a 25% increase in the department’s drone fleet.
Eyes in the Sky: Data Reveal Which Mass. Government Agencies
Dec 16, 2021 · The data show that Massachusetts police departments own a significant number of drones, with law enforcement drones making up nearly half (42 percent) of all those registered to government agencies in the state.
Drone activity reported across Massachusetts, East Coast
Dec 14, 2024 · “ [Massachusetts State Police] is working together with local and federal partners, and they’re prepared to support federal authorities with jurisdiction over airspace.” The Massachusetts...
The Data for Justice Project | ACLU of Massachusetts — Drone …
In late 2021 and the spring of 2022, the ACLU of Massachusetts filed a series of public records requests to understand how the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) uses drones. On December 14, 2021, we asked for communications, contracts, purchase agreements, invoices, records pertaining to the use of drones, and manuals, policies, and procedures.