Flying off a mountain.

[Lifted Chevy]

If I am taking off at 2,500 feet and flying out over the city am I breaking the 400 foot FAA law ? I understand that it can fly 400 feet up from where ever I take off from but I really want to keep safe and not end up on the news. Thanks for any advice.

 

[msinger]

The FAA does not want hobbyists to fly above 400 AGL. That means there should be no more than 400 feet between the Phantom and the ground at any time.

 

[FlashBuddy]

Yeah, we can fly at 10,000 feet as long as the ground is 400 below. Thinking about hiking up Mauna Loa. Today I was wondering if the stadium lights were lower than 400'?

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[Lifted Chevy]

Thank you very much ! I had a feeling if I flew off that way it would be bad.