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Under 14 CFR 91.15, when may an object be dropped from an aircraft in flight?
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Never, under any circumstances
Dropping objects is allowed when reasonable precautions prevent hazards.
✓ When reasonable precautions are taken to avoid injury or damagecorrect
91.15 allows dropping objects if reasonable precautions prevent injury or damage.
Only over open water
The rule is about precautions and hazard, not a specific location.
Only with air traffic control approval
The rule is based on precautions, not an ATC clearance.
Why
A pilot may not allow an object to be dropped in flight that creates a hazard, but dropping is permitted if reasonable precautions are taken to avoid injury or damage to persons or property.
FAA source: 14 CFR 91.15browse the reference library →
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