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N.C.G.S. § 14-280.3

Interference with manned aircraft by unmanned aircraft systems.

Effective date: 2026-08-08
Last verified: 2026-08-09
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(a) Any person who willfully damages, disrupts the operation of, or otherwise interferes with a manned aircraft through use of an unmanned aircraft system, while the manned aircraft is taking off, landing, in flight, or otherwise in motion, is guilty of a Class H felony. (b) The following definitions apply to this section: (1) Manned aircraft. - As defined in G.S. 15A-300.1. (2) Unmanned aircraft system. - As defined in G.S. 15A-300.1. (2014-100, s. 34.30(c).)