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Understanding Unmanned Aircraft Accident: Legal Perspectives and Definitions
Definition & Meaning
An unmanned aircraft accident refers to an event that occurs during the operation of a public or civil unmanned aircraft system (UAS). This event takes place from the moment the aircraft is activated for flight until it is turned off after completing its mission. An accident is characterized by one of the following conditions:
Any person involved suffers death or serious injury.
The unmanned aircraft has a maximum gross takeoff weight of 300 pounds or more and experiences substantial damage.
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Legal Use & context
The term "unmanned aircraft accident" is used primarily in aviation law and safety regulations. It is relevant in various legal contexts, including:
Regulatory compliance for unmanned aircraft operators.
Insurance claims related to accidents.
Liability cases involving injuries or damages caused by unmanned aircraft.
Individuals or organizations involved in unmanned aircraft operations may need to complete specific legal forms, which can be managed using templates from US Legal Forms, designed by experienced attorneys.
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Real-world examples
Here are a couple of examples of abatement:
Example 1: A drone used for agricultural monitoring crashes during operation, resulting in injury to a nearby farmer. This incident qualifies as an unmanned aircraft accident.
Example 2: A commercial delivery drone weighing 400 pounds experiences a mechanical failure and crashes, causing significant damage to the aircraft. This also qualifies as an unmanned aircraft accident.